During our week spent in Kenya, there were many moments on the trip that impacted me greatly. These moments will stay with me for the rest of my life, as they were not only learning moments but moments that brought…
How Can You Spread Sunshine?
What is happiness? This question consistently went through my mind as we traveled the country of Kenya. People who have learned to appreciate what they have instead of complaining about what they could. This is something that shocked me because…
Inspired by the Children of Africa
On Thursday, May 19, the Kenya team had the opportunity to visit Mwangaza College and The Child Discovery Centre (CDC). The CDC serves street and very poor children in Nakuru, Kenya. They enroll the children in local schools, and buy…
Gaining a New Perspective
One of the most influential experiences I had during my time in Kenya was visiting the Child Discovery Centre (CDC). Being delegated the position of education coordinator was something I truly was looking forward to and working on since the…
Kicking Off the First Day in Kenya, Safari and Food
I flew from Indiana to New York at midnight and met up with the team in the morning. The line to check bags was long, but our team passed through TSA swiftly. We arrived at our gate around 10 a.m.,…
Meet the 2022 Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip Travel Team
Meet the 2022 Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip Travel Team Today we introduce the 2022 Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip travel team. Learn more about each of the members and their roles to make this experiential learning experience successful. Elizabeth Wimer G’06…
Live With the Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip Travel Team from Nairobi, Kenya
Recorded Zoom Conference With the Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip Travel Team From Nairobi, Kenya The Kenya Cultural Immersion Trip Travel Team from Nairobi, Kenya held a live Zoom conference during their trip in May. Check out the updates from how…
Capstone Competition Highlights Business Skills, Entrepreneurial Spirit of Whitman’s Graduating Seniors
From women’s-only sports betting to water-saving shower nozzles, this semester’s Capstone Competition at Syracuse University’s Whitman School showcased amazing business ideas that demonstrated students’ skills in development, ideation, research and financial planning. The two-day event, held April 29 and 30,…
Panasci Business Competition Winners Showcase Entrepreneurial Spirit on Campus
The Syracuse University campus is always buzzing with great ideas, and the Panasci Business Plan Competition is an excellent example of that entrepreneurial spirit. A campus-wide business plan event hosted annually by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE)…
Whitman Continues Commitment to DE&I, Student Leadership Program
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management continues its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion with programs such as the Inclusion Student Leadership Internship. This program fosters a positive change not only in the Orange network but in the local Syracuse…
Whitman School Continues to Develop Range of Abroad Experiences
About two-thirds of Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management undergraduate students gain significant study abroad experience during their four years, making the School one of the most globalized institutions in comparison to other business schools. This is not just the…
Get Ready to See the World Again! Whitman Study Abroad Opportunities for 2022 Focus on Asia
Get Ready to See the World Again! Whitman Study Abroad Opportunities for 2022 Focus on Asia Recent Whitman graduate Tyler Newman ’20, now employed in a sales and client relationship leadership program at Synchrony in New York City, was eager…
Fall 2021 Capstone Competition Winners Announced
A semester’s worth of ideation, concept development, financial planning and research culminated in a two-day Capstone Competition at Syracuse University’s Whitman School on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11. All senior undergraduates completing the required 3-credit Strategic and Entrepreneurial Management course…
Orange Tank 2021 Awards $41,000 to Student and Alumni Entrepreneurs
Orange Tank 2021 Awards $41,000 to Student and Alumni Entrepreneurs A true entrepreneurial spirit was in the air as the Whitman School held its seventh annual Orange Tank business pitch competition on Nov. 4, 2021. The event brought Whitman students…
Delta Sigma Pi Wins Regional Awards Including Outstanding Collegiate Chapter
The Xi Tau chapter of Delta Sigma Pi (DSP), a professional business fraternity at Syracuse University that consists primarily of Whitman School students, was recently granted multiple regional awards from its national headquarters. Awards were presented during the national organization’s…
Student Finds Passion for Entrepreneurship, Education in Cryptocurrency
Sophie Waldman ’22 starts every day by reading the news and checking the markets. As a finance and entrepreneurship & emerging enterprises (EEE) double major, staying on top of current events is a must, but this isn’t the only reason…
Whitman Dean’s Fall 2021 Update and Boost the ’CUSE Community Gathering
Please join Dean Anderson on Oct. 7, 2021 in Flaum (or Zoom) as he addresses the Whitman Community with an update on the state of the School and the start of the Fall 2021 semester. We will also be having…
Orange Tank 2021 Deadline
Application Deadline Coming Soon for Orange Tank 2021! Orange Tank 2021 will be held on Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 at 6 p.m. and will be held at the Whitman School. There will be a virtual option for alumni and students in our online…
Whitman Offers Master’s Degree Partnership with Four Area Colleges
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management recently announced a partnership that will allow graduating students from four regionally accredited schools to “Go Orange!” while obtaining a master’s degree in business in just one year. The initiative will offer students from Alfred…
IMPRESS Program Continues to Teach Career Skills, Enable Networking Despite Pandemic
The Martin J. Whitman School of Management’s Goodman IMPRESS program has continued to offer programs to students virtually, allowing them to keep building up soft skills and network, even though alumni and other speakers are not currently able to travel…
Whitman Honors Alumni and Friends with Awards of Distinction
Whitman Honors Alumni and Friends with Awards of Distinction On Thursday, April 29, 2021, we celebrated the close of a historic academic year and extended our appreciation to our alumni, corporate partners and friends who helped us overcome obstacles and…
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 Team Places First in MBA Case Competition
A team of three students from the Martin J. Whitman School at Syracuse University took top honors in the 2021 Whitman Business Case Competition. This year’s competition, held virtually, welcomed seven teams of MBA students from four different schools, including…
Whitman MBA Pursues Ph.D. to Share Research on the Intersection of Psychology and Female Entrepreneurship
Whitman MBA Pursues Ph.D. to Investigate the Intersection of Psychology and Female Entrepreneurship Hometown: Hanoi, Vietnam Degree: Ph.D. in entrepreneurship and emerging enterprises After participating in the Orange Tank Pitch Competition and the Panasci Business Plan Competition while pursuing her…
Jared Byrd ’23
Hometown: Silver Spring, MarylandMajor: Finance Finding a home away from home was important for Jared Byrd ’23 when choosing a college. While his mom encouraged him to attend her alma mater, his first visit to the Whitman School gave him…
Whitman Announces Winners of 2021 Annual Panasci Business Competition
Whitman Announces Winners of 2021 Annual Panasci Business Competition An innovative and an entrepreneurial spirit abounded during the Panasci Business Plan Competition, a campus-wide student business plan competition hosted by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE) at Syracuse…
Whitman Team Earns Highest Placement in 10 Years for CFA Institute Research Challenge
A team of five students from the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University placed second in their bracket in the CFA Institute Research Challenge in February. This is the highest placement that the Whitman School has had…
Michelle Truong ’21
Michelle Truong ’21Major: Marketing (WHIT)/Public Relations (NEW)Minor: Spanish I’m an adventurous and curious person who wants to learn more about diverse people, experiences and cultures. These issues are on the rise, and companies are beginning to develop their diversity and…
Todd Roshong ’21
Todd Roshong ’21Major: Marketing ManagementMinor: Sports Revenue Management and Operations When I was in high school, I had a passion for marketing that came from my interest in both graphic design and business. Whitman has given me a lot of…
William Roselle ’21
William Roselle ’21Major: Finance and Real EstateMinor: Psychology Whitman has given me valuable experiences to gain skills both in and outside of the classroom. I’ve had some great opportunities at the Whitman School—many with the help of Syracuse University alumni—that…
Isabella Cooper ’20, ’21 M.S.
Isabella Cooper ’20, ’21 M.S.M.S. in Marketing When the pandemic hit, I was in my senior year getting a degree in writing, rhetoric and composition at the College of Arts & Science with a minor in marketing from Whitman. I…
Ruth Bang ’21
Ruth Bang ’21Major: Marketing and Supply Chain ManagementMinor: Psychology I was a competitive ice skater growing up, and that taught me a lot about balancing hard work with doing what you love. That’s why, despite my double major and a…
Whitman Day Virtual Dean’s Address
Virtual Dean’s Address, April 20, 2021 Noon EDT For the second consecutive year, we commemorated Whitman Day amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. And, again, this year, we celebrated the incredible response of our community in creating opportunities and overcoming challenges during unprecedented…
Whitman Seniors Featured Among POETS&QUANTS For Undergrad’s Best & Brightest Undergraduate Business Majors for 2021
Scott Mueller and Ruth Yehyun Bang, both seniors at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, were featured as two of the “best & brightest undergraduate business majors,” by Poets&Quants for Undergrads, a news website for undergraduate business education. This is the sixth…
Winners Announced for Entrepreneur Student Competitions
Winners of the School of Information Studies’ (iSchool) Raymond von Dran (RvD) Fund for Student Entrepreneurship competition, the Hunter Brooks Watson Spirit of Entrepreneurship Award, and the Compete CNY regional qualifier for the New York Business Plan Competition (NYBPC) were announced…
#WhitmanWatch: Bettina Papageorge ’21
College courses are vital when it comes to education, but the key to success is taking advantage of extracurriculars to make your experience as well-rounded as possible. If anyone knows about using extracurricular opportunities to solidify the path as a…
Bang, Mueller Serve as Class of 2021 Senior Whitman Class Marshals
Last semester, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University selected Ruth Bang and Scott Mueller as the 2021 Whitman Class Marshals to represent the senior class throughout the academic year. As marshals, Bang and Mueller serve as…
Riley 3+2 Dual Degree Program Helps Student Land Job That Combines Interests in Business and Engineering
Patrick Riolo ’20 (ECS), ’21 MBA, had always had an interest in healthcare, as well as a desire to create things that “would give value to people.” This led him to pursue a degree in bioengineering at Syracuse University’s College of…
#WhitmanWatch: Michelle Truong ’21
The first time that Michelle Truong ’21 visited Syracuse University’s campus also happened to be her move-in day. Truong, from San Jose, California, made the decision to cross the country because of the unique opportunity to pursue a dual major in marketing management at the Martin J.…
#WhitmanWatch: Madison Dallas ’21
What do a resume and a TikTok video have in common? Some may say they are both creative pieces used to demonstrate your talents. Others may see no relationship at all. For Madison Dallas ’21, both were essential to her…
Kimberly Boynton ’13 MBA: Hospital CEO Never Imagined Leading Through a Pandemic
Kimberly Boynton ’13 MBA: Hospital CEO Never Imagined Leading Through a Pandemic When Kimberly Boynton ’13 MBA was studying at the Whitman School, she never imagined that a few years later she would be using some of the skills she…
Dominique Visser ’20 MBA: Online MBA Program Was “Business as Usual” During Belgian Lockdown
Dominique Visser ’20 MBA: Online MBA Program Was “Business as Usual” During Belgian Lockdown Completing the online MBA program in Belgium while COVID-19 had the country locked down was “business as usual for me,” says Dominique Visser ’20 MBA. “I…
#WhitmanWatch: Ze Zeng ’23
Ze Zeng ’23 has a passion for people and a desire to change the world similarly to his role model, Elon Musk. Although Zeng admires many people, he explains, “I think that the ideas that Musk has are for the greater good. Tesla and SpaceX are a couple of the companies that he runs. They are for humanity’s future. He wants to do things for the greater good, the entire population. I may not achieve something like that, but if I have a chance, I hope to be a person like him.”
Student Profile: Marie-Jose Michel Sanchez ’21
Student Spotlight: Marie-Jose Michel Sanchez ’21 Hometown: Miami, Flordia Degree: Online M.S. in Professional Accounting Marie-Jose Michel Sanchez ’21 M.S. is an individual who exemplifies the term “life-long learner.” Earning a bachelor’s degree in accounting in 1993 from the University…
$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…
Women Business Leaders Share “Infinitely Useable” Information
Tracy Barash and Amy McHale Women Business Leaders Share “Infinitely Useable” Information While many of the summer residency programs focused on issues related to the pandemic, a more universally relevant track, Women as Business Leaders, proved to be extremely popular.…
#WhitmanWatch: Bryan Jardines ’21
Bryan Jardines ’21 is a second-generation American and a first-generation college student. His background speaks strongly as to why this young man has fully immersed himself in the opportunities college has to offer him both in and outside of the…
Study Abroad Strasbourg: A Small City Made a Big Impact
Michael Wood ’21, born and raised in a small town near Syracuse, always knew he would study abroad. He wanted to travel to the other side of the world and embrace another culture, stepping out of the upstate New York bubble,…
Study Abroad Hong Kong: Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone
Hong Kong, China isn’t the biggest study abroad program at Syracuse University, but for recent graduate Tyler Newman ’20, his semester living and working in Asia was unforgettable. “No matter where you go, you’re going to learn something,” Newman shares.…