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Why you should apply design thinking to the employee experience
November 10, 2020
strategy+business

Why you should apply design thinking to the employee experience

COVID-19 has forced changes in the way people work — and created a once-in-a-generation opportunity to increase engagement and productivity, write Tom Stewart, executive director of the National Center for the Middle Market.
Nick Lenyo and dog on front porch of home
November 5, 2020
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.
Three students on which issues were the most important to them this election
November 4, 2020
CNBC

Three students on which issues were the most important to them this election

Master of Accounting student Kayla Campbell and Specialized Master in Finance student Cruz Venegas join CNBC to discuss the 2020 campaign issues they feel are most important to them.
Here are the issues that matter to young voters in the 2020 election
November 2, 2020
CNBC

Here are the issues that matter to young voters in the 2020 election

Young voters are fired up and research shows they will be a decisive factor in the 2020 election. From health care to the racial wealth gap, here are the issues college students, including a pair of graduate students at Fisher, said matter to them in this election.
Female college athletes from across the US say they've been bullied, manipulated, and psychologically abused by their coaches
November 1, 2020
Insider

Female college athletes from across the US say they've been bullied, manipulated, and psychologically abused by their coaches

In speaking with 17 former college athletes from 10 universities around the U.S. about their negative experiences with coaches, a pattern emerged of psychological and emotional abuse in women's sports. Ben Tepper, the Abramowitz Memorial Professor and chair of the Department of Management and Human Resources at Fisher College of Business, told Insider that college sports often provide "the perfect storm" of circumstances that can lead to abuse.
Ohio State seal on the Oval during a sunny Fall day
October 23, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Leadership conference serving unique needs of military veteran students

Incoming students who have served our country are being given a special opportunity.
Bonus plans: Scratch whatever you had
October 23, 2020
Korn Ferry

Bonus plans: Scratch whatever you had

Compensation committees face a daunting challenge: putting together 2021 incentive and bonus plans for a year that’s likely to be as uncertain as 2020. “The more uncertain the environment, the more boards have to build flexibility into plans to allow for a rebalancing of priorities,” says Michael Weisbach, the Ralph W. Kurtz Chair in Finance.
Marilyn Rogers Becker and her dog, Molly outside in snow by red house
October 21, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Marilyn Rogers Becker: Leaving her legacy

Marilyn Rogers Becker loved being an entrepreneur and she loved Ohio State. From operating her first business in elementary school to teaching her dog
Ohio State, Honda partnership marks two decades of success
October 15, 2020
The Ohio State University

Ohio State, Honda partnership marks two decades of success

Leaders from The Ohio State University, Honda and state and local government are celebrating a historic milestone between the university and one of world’s most respected manufacturers. A formal agreement cementing the Honda-Ohio State partnership was approved 20 years ago. 
Jay Clouse
October 15, 2020
The Ohio State University Alumni Association

One Degree Greater podcast: Jay Clouse (BSBA '14)

Meet Jay Clouse, a serial entrepreneur and self-described connector who feeds on the energy created by small groups of people who are passionate about what they do.
Cheap car insurance in Ohio
October 13, 2020
WalletHub

Cheap car insurance in Ohio

Associate Professor of Marketing Selin Malkoc shares insights into the impact of COVID-19 on drivers and consumer demand and sentiment around auto insurance.
Columbus skyline
October 8, 2020
Columbus Business First

A Root Insurance IPO would finally launch Ohio into high-flying VC market

Root Inc., the parent of Columbus-based Root Insurance Co., registered this week to bring a new species to the state: a high-flying venture-backed tech IPO. "There has never been venture-backed company from Ohio that has gone public at more than $1 billion (value)," said Steve Salopek, senior lecturer in finance at Ohio State University and a former investment manager.
One Degree Greater podcast: Sam Hubbard (BSBA '17)
October 8, 2020
The Ohio State University Alumni Association

One Degree Greater podcast: Sam Hubbard (BSBA '17)

Football fans view him as a gladiator, but Sam Hubbard continues to define himself in ways beyond his sport.
NRA in crosshairs of two AGs
October 6, 2020
The NonProfit Times

NRA in crosshairs of two AGs

During the recent years’ financial squeeze that the NRA has faced, it has increasingly relied on cash infusions from the NRA Foundation in the form of support for programs, reimbursements for shared costs, and even loans, according to Brian Mittendorf, senior associate dean for staff, human resources, and culture and the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting.
Palantir shares jump 30% in stock market debut
September 30, 2020
CBS News

Palantir shares jump 30% in stock market debut

Despite the fact that the secretive startup, which aims to become the U.S. government's "default" software, has never made a profit, Michael Weisbach, the Ralph W. Kurtz Chair in Finance, says the market views it as having long-term profitability.
Peter Thiel tightens his Grip on Palantir ahead of public listing
September 29, 2020
Bloomberg

Peter Thiel tightens his grip on Palantir ahead of public listing

Michael Weisbach, the Ralph Kurtz Chair in Finance at Fisher, shares insights into the corporate governance structure and practices at Palantir, a data mining company founded by Peter Thiel, as it prepares to go public.
Eight portraits of Fisher Homecoming Court 2020
September 28, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Celebrating Buckeyes: Fisher's 2020 Homecoming Court representatives

Whether leading student organizations, serving others as part of the Honors Cohort program or honing their leadership skills in the Dean’s Leadership
Stock image of a student working on a laptop
September 25, 2020
Fisher College of Business

MBA students and programs dedicated to impacting business despite COVID-19 disruption

When Jaehla Meacham first stepped into Fisher’s MBA program, she was elated at the opportunity to travel to another country and gain hands-on, experie
Stock image of globe
September 25, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Virtual internships connecting students with global business experiences 

Ellora Majumder and Kyle Madura may not have felt like pioneers, but when COVID-19 turned their sure-fire summer global internships upside down, the Fisher students were certainly in unfamiliar territory. 
Malak Abdel-Hadi headshot
September 25, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Malak Abdel-Hadi: From uncertain undergrad to confident graduate student

Naturally, a challenging undergraduate experience can create a reluctance to pursue a graduate degree. For Malak Abdel-Hadi, earning her Master of Business Operational Excellence degree caps off a journey of personal and professional growth, and with each passing day she is more confident in her choice of degree and in herself.
Stock photo of a job interview handshake
September 23, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Disabilities: To disclose or not? 

Disclosing one’s disability is a completely personal decision and is typically needed when a barrier prevents someone from competing for a job, performing a job or gaining equal access to a benefit. Employers should understand candidates’ rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act and provide reasonable accommodations to those who need it.
A smiling Jada Washington in cap and gown outside Ohio Stadium
September 22, 2020
Fisher College of Business

Job searching in the era of COVID-19 

Jada Washington (BSBA ’20) leaned on some familiar faces at Fisher to help land her first job in a crowded workforce.
Polaris Fashion Place, CbusShops partner to offer free, same-day delivery
September 18, 2020
ABC6

Polaris Fashion Place, CbusShops partner to offer free, same-day delivery

Polaris Fashion Place and CbusShops are teaming up to offer free, same-day delivery to customers. CbusShops was founded by local entrepreneur and Fisher student Jack Hendrix. It allows customers to shop their favorite Polaris Fashion Place retailers from the comfort of their own home, while having access to same-day delivery.
"Dark stores" fulfill online grocery orders — but for how long?
September 15, 2020
Marketplace

"Dark stores" fulfill online grocery orders — but for how long?

Online grocery shopping has taken off during the pandemic, and companies are introducing a new type of store meant to fulfill online orders. But part of the reason the future is unclear is not everyone is online ordering experiences have been stellar, says Terry Esper, associate professor of logistics.
Business school rankings could promote racial equity, but don't
September 8, 2020
Inside Higher Ed

Business school rankings could promote racial equity, but don't

Want to address systemic racism at business schools? Seven business school scholars, including Tanya Menon, professor of management and human resources at Fisher, suggest starting with MBA program rankings.