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Ohio State isn’t just wrestling with generative-AI in classrooms — it’s embracing it. With its ambitious AI Fluency initiative, every Buckeye (eventually) will graduate AI-savvy and AI-responsible, taught not only by research teams but by leaders like Lori Kendall, a senior lecturer at Fisher.

From business to law, the Reese family's support of The Ohio State University is boundless. Learn more about their impact and how Fisher faculty member René Stulz is upholding this strong tradition through his work as a world-renowned finance scholar.

Fisher celebrates eight faculty leaders appointed to endowed chairs, professorships and distinguished honors — recognition of their outstanding research, teaching and service that continue to strengthen Fisher’s academic excellence and impact across business education and industry partnerships.

Between Main Street’s small shops and the global retail giants lies the U.S. middle market — a powerful yet often overlooked engine of one-third of the nation’s economy. As holiday spending ramps up, Doug Farren, executive director of the National Center for the Middle Market, shares some timely insights into what’s happening behind the scenes — and what it means for consumers this season.

Research by John Gray, the Dean’s Distinguished Professor of Operations at Fisher, found a 54% higher likelihood of "severe adverse events," including hospitalization, disability and death, tied to generic drugs made in India versus in the U.S. He's advocating for more transparency on where medicines are manufactured and by whom.

A study by John Gray, the Dean’s Distinguished Professor of Operations at Fisher, found that some Indian-made generic drugs are linked to more adverse events than U.S. versions. It prompted calls for increased FDA testing and alerts when foreign manufacturers with safety issues are allowed to ship to U.S. hospitals.

Senior Lecturer in Finance Steve Salopek ran his 100th marathon during the Columbus Marathon on Oct. 19, completing the race in about 4 hours, 49 minutes, according to unofficial results. He was among more than 15,000 runners who endured steady rain and gusting winds throughout the course.

When thousands of runners take to the starting line for the Columbus Marathon, some will be running the 26.2 miles for the first time. Others, maybe their second or third time. But Steve Salopek, senior lecturer in finance and co-director of Fisher's Project THRIVE Finance program, stands alone, as he will lace it up for his 100th career marathon.

Fisher's inaugural event brought together academic researchers and practitioners to explore how successful adoption of AI technology will rely heavily on how it intersects with human thought.

A look at the bold, wide-ranging effort to ensure all Ohio State students are AI fluent by the time they graduate, including all the ways Fisher is building on a strong foundation of AI adoption.

Brian Hipsher, senior lecturer in marketing and logistics at Fisher, shares his expertise on branding and brand refreshes in the wake of the the Cracker Barrel fiasco.

Joe Goodman, professor of marketing at Fisher, provides some insights into data about consumers' buying habits related to the release of the new iPhone. Among them: the relative nature of "reasonable" price points for items such as phones, the impact of tariffs on purchasing, and the idea of assuming debt to purchase a new phone.

John Gray, professor of operations and business analytics at Fisher, says oversight of foreign pharmaceutical manufacturers could be one reason for the recent surge of medicine recalls.

To help U.S. military civil affairs professionals better understand the Middle East before deployment, Ohio State and its Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) recently hosted a virtual training led by retired diplomats, military leaders and global scholars.

Rakesh Mallipeddi, assistant professor of operations and business analytics at Fisher studies social media and artificial intelligence. Mallipeddi says AI users need to be aware of ethical AI practices as the technology uses public data to improve its own output.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping Central Ohio’s jobs, industries and competitiveness at light speed. Nathan Craig, associate professor of operations and business analytics, along with alumnus John Hrusovsky (BSBA '86) participated in a panel discussion, hosted by the Columbus Metropolitan Club, about the impact of AI locally.

Meet the newest faculty members who are bringing their research, business backgrounds and teaching experience to Fisher students for the 2025 academic year.

Like a cue ball that transfers energy to other balls in billiards, a dominant player in business can reshape a market. Research by Professor Richard Makadok uses the “cue-ball effect” to illustrate how companies with a competitive advantage can impact an entire industry.

Inflation is up and job creation down, but the U.S. economy could still pull through without too much pain. The next few months will be pivotal in illustrating whether actions taken by companies will reflect data gathered by the National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM) showing that business leaders were anticipating the lowest revenue and employment growth of the post-pandemic period.

Large retailers such as Target and Walmart may be able to absorb some of the impact of tariffs on toys imported into the U.S., say Professor of Logistics Terry Esper. But smaller retailers may fall victim to the trade war as the holiday season approaches.

Vince Castillo, assistant professor of marketing at Fisher, embraces the use of AI, particularly ChatGPT, in his classroom, rather than trying to prevent students from using it. He has also found other creative ways to integrate use of AI into his supply chain curriculum.

Dean Aravind Chandrasekaran's message to Ohio companies is simple: Don't call McKinsey or Accenture. Call us. He wants Fisher to be their first call for talent, innovation, expertise and strategic insight.

Assistant Professor of Finance Sergey Sarkisyan offers context about the impact of inflation.

Brian Mittendorf, the H.P. Wolfe Chair in Accounting, explains the funding implications and fallout of the closing of the Wayfarer Foundation that was caught up in the wake of the Justin Baldoni-Blake Lively scandal.

Brian Hipsher, senior lecturer in marketing and logistics, discusses the proliferation and impact of convenience stores such as Buc-ee's, Sheetz and Wawa.