Forty-two top students from nine leading undergraduate supply chain management and engineering programs across the U.S. and Mexico were presented with MIT fellowship awards in a virtual ceremony held April 29, 2022. Five of the students were supply chain management…
Whitman Seniors Featured Among Poets&Quants for Undergrad’s Best & Brightest Undergraduate Business Majors for 2022
Two Martin J. Whitman School of Management seniors, Bailey Loughnane ’22 (WHIT/A&S) and Tiffany Yang ’22 (WHIT/iSchool), were selected by Poets&Quants for Undergrads to be highlighted in its annual “best & brightest undergraduate business majors” feature. This is the seventh annual list, which honors 100…
Whitman School Appoints New Director of Experiential Programs
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management announces the appointment of Erin Draper to the new position of director of experiential programs, effective Feb. 7, 2022. Draper will oversee Whitman’s commitment to experiential programming, both on-campus and off-campus. She will manage…
Master’s Program Adjusts Requirements to Better Fit Student Business Goals
Master’s Program Adjusts Requirements to Better Fit Student Business Goals The core of entrepreneurship is creating unique ideas and solutions that provide value for customers. So, it is only fitting that Whitman’s master of science program in entrepreneurship and emerging…
Ph.D. Alumni Accomplish Success Globally
Ph.D. Alumni Accomplish Success Globally The Whitman School has graduated four outstanding alumni through the entrepreneurship Ph.D. program over the last five years; all have gained positions in top research universities with a global reach. Learn more about what these…
Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE) Annual Report 2020-21
Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises Annual Report 2020-21 The 2020-21 academic year started out as mostly virtual, but ended with many of our programming back in-person, in a safe environment at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management. We are very…
Fall 2021 Whitman Magazine
Whitman Magazine | Fall 2021 ON THE COVER Breaking Barriers: Whitman Alumni Are Redefining Workplace Roles, Leading Through Innovation and Technology and Carving Out Diverse Paths to Success Whether it’s educating its students and faculty on issues surrounding diversity, equity…
Despite Pandemic, Whitman Continues NYC Learning Opportunities
Despite Pandemic, Whitman Continues NYC Learning Opportunities The Whitman Career Center team continued to provide students with opportunities to connect with and learn from our alumni network of leaders and change makers in New York City during the pandemic. Although…
Daniella French ’23
Daniella French ’23 Hometown: Miami, Florida Major: Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (WHIT) and Public Relations (NEW) Daniella French ’23 (WHIT/NEW) found her second home over 1,500 miles away from her native Miami. “Syracuse University was far from home, but I…
JT Garwood ’22
JT Garwood ’22 MBA Hometown: Seattle, Washington Degree: MBA JT Garwood ’22 MBA believes nothing is more important than finding advisors and mentors you trust. “There are always people who have gone through the same triumphs and failures. Getting advice…
Goodman IMPRESS Program Builds Future Business Leaders
Goodman IMPRESS Program Builds Future Business Leaders From guest lectures by industry leaders to small group one-on-one networking opportunities, the Whitman School’s Goodman IMPRESS Program provides students co-curricular programs to build the next generation of business leaders. The IMPRESS program…
72nd Annual Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program Honors Four for Supply Chain Excellence
72nd Annual Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program Honors Four for Supply Chain Excellence The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University’s H.H. Franklin Center for Supply Chain Management hosted its annual Harry E. Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program Oct. 21, at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building, National…
Whitman Partners with Two Global Organizations, Providing New Opportunities
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management recently announced partnerships with the Global Business School Network (GBSN) and the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). Through these global networks, the Whitman School continues to enhance its global initiatives consistent with its…
Fatma Sonmez-Leopold Recognized for Making Finance Accessible
“It truly keeps my confidence up when a faculty member goes above and beyond to recognize all different types of learning styles.” “She makes the knowledge of finance accessible for the not so quantitative student.” These were just some of…
2021 Whitman Scholars
2021 Whitman Scholars Each year, Whitman Scholars are chosen from the senior class through a competitive selection process. To be considered, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.65 and a demonstrated history of engagement and leadership at the Whitman…
2021 Graduate Student Spotlights
2021 Graduate Student Spotlights Shiwen (Valerie) Wang ’19 (iSchool, A&S), ’21 M.S. Hometown: Shanghai, China Degree: M.S. in Business Analytics “I studied information technology and economics at Syracuse University during my undergraduate experience. I wanted to continue my studies and…
Whitman Celebrates Women’s History Month 2021
Whitman Celebrates Women’s History Month 2021 In honor of Women’s History Month 2021, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University celebrates women at Whitman. Highlighted are Whitman community members celebrated for their contributions to history, culture and society. Students Whitman NYC…
Whitman School Appoints New Director of Marketing and Communications
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University announces the appointment of Dawn S. McWilliams to the position of director of marketing and communications, effective Feb. 15. McWilliams brings 30 years of higher education experience from various colleges…
Whitman Dean’s Executive Assistant Remembered for Kindness, Positive Spirit
In Memoriam: Tara Schroer Whitman Dean’s Executive Assistant Remembered for Kindness, Positive Spirit Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management community mourns the loss of Tara Schroer, who passed away in December 2020. As the executive assistant to Dean…
Whitman Magazine Fall 2020
Feature Articles The Power of the Orange Network While every issue of the Whitman magazine helps you stay plugged in to what’s happening on and around campus, much of what you’ll read in the pages that follow revolves around some…
Fall 2020 Capstone Competition: Meet the Winners
As the Fall 2020 semester comes to an end, seniors at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management completed a three-credit Strategic and Entrepreneurial Management course, more commonly known as “Capstone.” This course is designed to inspire graduating students’…
Whitman Promotes Diversity and Equity Through Inclusion Student Leader Internship
Whitman Promotes Diversity and Equity Through Inclusion Student Leader Internship Syracuse University aspires to be a pre-eminent and inclusive student-focused institution, preparing engaged citizens and leaders for participation in a changing global society by promoting a culture of innovation and…
Wise Women’s Business Center and South Side Innovation Center Help Small Businesses
Meghan Florkowski (left) and Carolyn Tucker. Please note, this image was taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and does not reflect current public health guidelines. Wise Women’s Business Center and South Side Innovation Center Help Small Businesses Two entrepreneurship programs,…
Webinar: “NAFTA to USMCA: What’s New? What’s Changed?”
Webinar: “NAFTA to USMCA: What’s New? What’s Changed?” This webinar is the second in a series that will constitute the 2020 Harry E. Salzberg Memorial Award and Lecture program in honor of the Global Supply Chain Professional. The presentation explored…
$42,000 Awarded in Annual Orange Tank 2020 Business Pitch Competition
$42,000 Awarded in Annual Orange Tank 2020 Business Pitch Competition On Oct. 22, 2020, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted the sixth annual Orange Tank business pitch competition virtually. Student and alumni entrepreneurs pitched their ventures to a…
Challenging Assumptions About Entrepreneurship
Challenging Assumptions About Entrepreneurship The undergraduate and master’s level elective course, Minority and Woman’s Entrepreneurship: Race, Gender and Entrepreneurial Opportunity, is a hidden gem that presents perspectives on entrepreneurship not often studied. “Readings, assignments and guest speakers cover practical and…
Whitman Team Named Regional Winner of Deloitte FanTAXtic Tax Case Competition
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management team of five accounting students was named as one of nine regional winners of Deloitte FanTAXtic, Deloitte’s student Tax Case Study Competition designed to help students gain real-world business experience. Nearly 55 teams representing more…
Internship Experience: Ishan Gajra, Summer Intern at Acropolis Realty Group
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Ishan GajraGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Finance / Management…
Internship Experience: Joshua Cohen, Events Intern at The Brand Guild
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Joshua CohenGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Marketing / ManagementHometown:…
WHITMAN RESEARCH NEWSLETTER – Fall 2020
The Whitman Research Newsletter highlights awards, honors, new research and more from Whitman’s research faculty. It is published bi-monthly. Send your research inquiries/highlights to Michel Benaroch, associate dean for research and Ph.D. programs. Awards and Honors Johan Wiklund, the Al Berg…
Internship Experience: Alison Panacek, Enterprise Finance Intern at Wells Fargo
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Alison PanacekGraduation Year: 2021Major: Finance / MarketingHometown:…
Internship Experience: Daniel Adediran, Financial Analytics and Sales Intern at Bloomberg
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Daniel AdediranGraduation Year: 2021Major: FinanceMinors: Economics /…
Internship Experience: Olivia Moeller, Sales and Trading Summer Analyst Intern at Citi
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Olivia MoellerGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Finance / AdvertisingHometown:…
Internship Experience: Matthew Kikel, Technology Consulting Intern at EY
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Matthew KikelGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Finance / Information…
Virtual Event: Entrepreneurship
“Entrepreneurship in Time of Crisis” The Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted a virtual panel discussion on entrepreneurship in time of crisis with scholars from Whitman’s Institute for an Entrepreneurial Society (IES). Panelists discussed the economic outlook for entrepreneurial…
Alumnus Participates in Brand Activism Webinar
Mitch Hamilton ’12 Ph.D. participates in a webinar titled “(In)authentic Brand Activism” on Oct. 28, 202, is featured by the Marketing Science Institute (MSI). MSI also featured Hamilton’s article, “Taking a Stand: Four Steps to Creating and Marketing Authentic Brand Activism.” Hamilton joined Loyola Marymount…
Internship Experience: Kelly Davis, Social Media Manager at Thinc-Hub
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Kelly DavisGraduation Year: 2023Majors: Marketing / Entrepreneurship…
Internship Experience: Jared Lynch, Operations Intern at Target
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Jared LynchGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Supply Chain Management…
Alumnus Awarded 2020 Emerging Scholar Award
Robert Nason ’14 Ph.D. and McGill University won the 2020 Emerging Scholar Award from the Entrepreneurship Division of the Academy of Management. This prestigious award recognizes Nason for his innovative and impactful contributions to entrepreneurship scholarship.
The Power of the Whitman Alumni Network Saves the Day for Students Seeking Internships
When Syracuse University had to transition to online learning last March, many students at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management had long secured summer internships to add to their resumes. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies were…
Syracuse University 2020 Panasci Business Plan Competition Winners
Syracuse University 2020 Panasci Business Plan Competition Winners Each year, the Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises Program at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosts the campus-wide Panasci Business Plan Competition. This event encourages students to think entrepreneurially and…
Alumnus Helps Guide the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Looking back on his time at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Gregory Lettieri ’04 shares his appreciation for the opportunities he was given as a student-athlete and future business professional. A recruit for the Syracuse University Men’s Track…
Virtual Event: Loneliness
“All the Lonely People: Loneliness in Individuals, Organizations and Society” The Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted a virtual forum to discuss loneliness. The panelists will discuss loneliness in individuals, organizations and society. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, loneliness…
Internship Experience: Madeline Ferguson, Marketing and Sales Intern at GRS Recruiting
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Madeline FergusonGraduation Year: 2022Majors: Marketing Management /…
Internship Experience: Ryan Klinger, Ratings and Research Support Intern at Moody’s
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Ryan KlingerGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Real Estate /…
Virtual Event: Fall 2020 Whitman Dean’s Update
On Oct. 1, 2020, Dean Eugene Anderson addressed the Whitman community to update them on how Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management faculty, staff and students have adapted to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. He discussed…
Internship Experience: Karen Henao, Merchant Analyst Intern at Kohl’s
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Karen HenaoGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Retail Management /…
Internship Experience: Patrick Penfield Jr., Wealth Management Intern at UBS
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Patrick Penfield Jr.Graduation Year: 2021Major: FinanceHometown: Baldwinsville,…
Internship Experience: Courtney Terr, NBC News Audience Development Intern at NBCUniversal
In this “Internship Experience” blog post series, we will be featuring the profile and thoughts of our students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management as they return from summer internships. Name: Courtney TerrGraduation Year: 2021Majors: Marketing / AdvertisingHometown:…
Virtual Event: Brand Activism
“Brand Activism: The Intersection of Social Movements and Marketing” The Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted a virtual forum to discuss brand activism. The panelists discussed the drivers of the growth of brand activism during the last decade, as…