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Ross Alumni News

April 19, 2024

Celebrate World Book Day With These Books Written by Michigan Ross Authors

If you’re looking for a great book to read this spring, you’re in luck. April 23 is the perfect time to expand your library as we celebrate World Book Day at the Ross School of Business.
April 16, 2024

Eric Wiideman, MBA ’18: Building a More Sustainable World With AgTech

After years of spearheading international consulting projects in industries from automotive to finance, Eric Wiideman, MBA ’18, is returning to his roots in the agriculture industry, and he’s on a mission to save it.
April 12, 2024

Episode 102 – Jennifer Barker, MBA ’01, Global Head of Treasury Services at BNY Mellon

On this episode of the Down to Business podcast, host Sharon F. Matusik, Edward J. Frey Dean of the Ross School of Business, is joined by Jennifer Barker, MBA ’01, to discuss what attracted her to Michigan Ross, the most impactful lessons she learned on campus, her post-Ross career in the financial and treasury services world, and her journey to global head of treasury services at BNY Mellon.
April 5, 2024

The Mitchell Lecture Series Examines Ethics in AI with Dr. Rumman Chowdhury

The Ross School of Business recently welcomed Dr. Rumman Chowdhury, chief scientist of Parity Consulting and founder and general partner of Parity Responsible Innovation Fund, as the speaker for the third annual Mitchell Lecture Series.
March 21, 2024

Master of Supply Chain Management Students and Alums Connect and Network Through Mentorship Program

In a testament to the power of good mentorship, students from the Master of Supply Chain Management Class of 2024 now have access to more alum connections than ever before.
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Ross News

May 14, 2024

New Study Shows Unique Findings on SPAC-IPO Filings

Is honesty the best policy? New research from Derek Harmon, assistant professor of strategy, shows that when filing a special purpose acquisition company initial public offering, or SPAC-IPO, being honest about uncertainty may be key to funding success.
May 10, 2024

How Women in the Michigan Ross PTMBA Programs are Mastering Work-Life Integration

The Ross School of Business Part-Time MBA Programs were designed to accommodate the busy schedules of students who require flexibility and non-traditional formats. For women who often juggle multiple responsibilities, earning an MBA from a rigorous program while continuing to manage their personal and professional lives requires significant balance. 
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Dividend

March 26, 2024

Michigan Ross Alums Share Their Career Journeys in Honor of Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, and to celebrate, the Ross School of Business is proud to recognize the contributions of trailblazing women in business today and throughout history.
March 18, 2024

Patrick Firlik, BBA ’14: Promoting Wellness Through Start-Up Innovation

Wellness has always been a passion for Patrick Firlik, BBA ’14. After years of feeling burnt out by travel and long hours at his consulting job, he decided to put his passion to the test and build a solution.
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