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April 13, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Launching entrepreneurship: Startup weekend opens minds and opportunities
Meet the entrepreneurs behind the idea for an app to help international students navigate life in the U.S. — and learn about the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship startup event that connected them.
April 7, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Pace Setters marks 60th anniversary with a first: A virtual celebration
Fisher’s 2021 Pace Setters Awards marked the 60th anniversary of the honors; it also represented the first time the annual tradition recognized academic excellence, teaching, research and service virtually.
March 30, 2021
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University
Ohio State graduate programs score high marks from U.S. News & World Report
Two of Fisher's graduate programs and several business specializations are among those that have been highly ranked nationwide, according to the U.S. News & World Report 2022 edition of America’s Best Graduate Schools.
March 30, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Adding to his entrepreneurship toolbox: Alex Zorniger
From LEGOS to Google searches to an MBA — check out Alex Zorniger’s path as a serial entrepreneur and how he’s building the skills necessary for success in his next venture.
March 22, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Connecting, empowering and inspiring tomorrow’s women business leaders
Read about the student leaders who leveraged Fisher’s supportive community and engaged network of alumnae to inspire others at the Big Ten Women’s Business Connection Leadership Conference.
March 17, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Case competition builds students’ global competencies virtually
How do you continue offering global experiences during a pandemic? By innovating and collaborating with partners to create programs like a virtual case competition that connects Fisher students to business in South America.
March 2, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Forging paths toward female representation in supply chain
There’s a disparity of women leaders in supply chain, but students like Haley McCrory are closing that gap. Check out her story and the Fisher program that’s helping other female students make inroads into the industry.
February 18, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Partnerships continuing to build on students’ global perspectives
Highlighting the collaboration between the college, Ohio State and government partners, Fisher’s Office of Global Business and the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship helped connect globally focused students around the country with programming dedicated to exploring careers in technology and entrepreneurship.
February 15, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Teacher, advocate and pioneer: Thaddeus Spratlen’s trailblazing legacy
Thaddeus Spratlen (BSBA ’56, MA ’57, PhD ’62) built his career teaching business students and engaging the business community to help create, enhance and sustain the marketplace for underrepresented communities. Read more about the lasting impact this trailblazing alumnus continues to make.
February 14, 2021
Poets&Quants
Poets&Quants
Hidden MBA gems: How these B-schools have embraced the STEM surge
In gaining STEM designation for its Full-Time MBA Program, Fisher is part of a movement-within-a-movement of business schools that includes five of the top-10 B-school in the U.S. that all have completely STEM MBA programs. The designation is the latest step toward continuous innovation in how Fisher's program is meeting the needs of students and employers.
January 25, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Full-Time MBA specialization earns STEM designation
A STEM-specific specialization and a focus on the role of data and analytics in business is the latest addition to Fisher’s redesigned Full-Time MBA program.
January 21, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Business for good: Social Impact Challenge a difference-maker for MBA students
Full-Time MBA students Ann Watercutter and Jon Laurin were drawn to Fisher’s graduate programs for a number of reasons, but near the top of their list of must-haves was a program that elevated opportunities to learn about and promote social responsibility.
January 19, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Mentorship pair highlight the value of connections and global networks
Two Fisher alumni share their story of connecting through a college program, and across an ocean, as mentor and mentee.
January 14, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Enhancements streamlining Fisher’s MHRM experience to meet tomorrow’s workforce
Check out the enhancements to Fisher’s Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) degree and how they’re designed to address three key challenges facing companies and management employees today and in the future.
January 13, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
There's a Better Way Podcast: Terry Kayobotsi (MBOE '17, EMBA '19)
As part of the “There’s a Better Way” podcast, Laurie Spadaro, director of the Master of Business Operational Excellence, program sat down with Terry Kayobotsi (MBOE '17, EMBA '19), technology analyst with Nationwide Insurance. Hear why Terry chose to pursue not only his MBOE but also an EMBA, and how his Fisher experience has had an impact in his professional career.
January 11, 2021
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Technology case competition unites MBA students while elevating mental health awareness
See what technology, designed to improve mental health and pitched by a team of Fisher MBA students, was honored as the most innovative solution at a prestigious and nationwide case competition.
December 16, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Student leadership and creativity ensure Fisher’s dedication to service continues
See how innovation and creativity from student leaders helped transform Fisher Impact Day into an event that accommodated the unique challenges of 2020.
December 16, 2020
Columbus Business First
Columbus Business First
Ohio State wants to grow its startup portfolio under new research and innovation chief
Grace Jinliu Wang, senior vice president for research, innovation and knowledge enterprise at Ohio State, talks about the university's efforts to support more startups and ways it is including its outreach to student entrepreneurs through organizations such as the Keenan Center for Entrepreneurship.
December 10, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
David McGrath: Enriching his education
Making the most of his time outside the classroom, David McGrath aligns his passions and interests to create a multi-faceted business education.
December 10, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Entrepreneurship competition launching student startups to success
A student start-up competition has helped launch young entrepreneurs to new heights.
December 8, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Dedication, a journey and a dream come true: Lashawn Samuel
Pain, perseverance and pride — it all shaped Lashawn Samuel’s long and tenacious journey to Fisher. See what keeps the inspiring first-year student motivated to better himself while also helping others.
December 8, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Connection, empathy and leadership on the student journey
Saarthak Gaur shares his leadership journey and the opportunities he's taken advantage of as a Fisher student.
December 2, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
There's a Better Way Podcast: Julia Yontz (EMBA '20)
As part of the “There’s a Better Way” podcast, Kelly Meyers, executive MBA coordinator, talks with 2020 EMBA graduate Julia Yontz, about how she managed her professional career and her family life while going back to school. Yontz shares why she chose to pursue her Executive MBA while balancing work and growing her family simultaneously.
November 25, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Career fairs going virtual to connect students and employers
The switch to a virtual format for Fisher’s Fall Career Fair revealed important benefits for students and recruiters alike — and may be here to stay.
November 5, 2020
Fisher College of Business
Fisher College of Business
Resilience amid adversity, persistence in pursuit of his passion
Nick Lenyo was 13 years old when he rolled his ankle while playing basketball. The minor injury, however, would reveal a life-changing diagnosis.