The competition will be held on April 14, 2023. The Panasci Business Plan Competition, hosted at the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University, is a campus-wide student event made possible by a long-time Whitman supporter, the late Henry A. Panasci, founder of Fay’s Drugs.
Whitman Student Gains Insight Into Professional Goals, Practices Her Native Language During Semester Abroad
Daniella French ’23 (WSM/NEW) knew she had to continue practicing her native language, Spanish, when she went away to college. Studying abroad at Syracuse University’s Madrid Center was the perfect solution for that. Initially, studying overseas was not a priority for French when…
Whitman Student Learns to Be Bold While Studying Abroad
Maya Padula ’23 (WHIT/MAX) took a step out of her comfort zone last semester and spent her first time outside the U.S studying abroad at Syracuse University’s London Center. This experience for personal growth not only allowed her to see more…
Exchange Student Returns to Syracuse for Another Semester
Daniel Chuardy ’23, the first exchange student coming from The Chinese University of Hong Kong in Shenzhen, China, spent the past semester at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. When looking at his options for…
Orange Tank 2022 Application Deadline
Application Deadline Coming Soon for Orange Tank 2022! Orange Tank 2022 will be held Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, at 2 p.m. in the Helaine and Marvin Lender Auditorium in the Whitman School. The application deadline is Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. No exceptions. All applicants must submit an executive…
Building a Community of Support on the Track and in the Classroom 
Building a Community of Support on the Track and in the Classroom Orange spirit is what initially drew Shanley Koekemoer ’23 M.S. to Syracuse University. As a student-athlete and graduate student at the Whitman School, she has already embraced the…
Whitman Announces STEM-Designation For Master’s in Professional Accounting Program
Whitman Announces STEM-Designation For Master’s in Professional Accounting Program Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management announced that its master’s in professional accounting program has now received STEM -designation. The class of 2022 will be the first to graduate with this new…
Annual Beta Alpha Psi Banquet Recognizes Students’ Academic Achievements
Annual Beta Alpha Psi Banquet Recognizes Students’ Academic Achievements The Joseph L. Lubin School of Accounting was pleased to recognize these students and faculty at its annual Spring banquet in April 2022. Institute of Internal Auditors Award Julia Fiedler ’21,…
Whitman Student Gains New Global Perspective After Traveling to Kenya
Tage Oster ’24 found that his views on business and work ethic shifted following his experience on the pilot Kenya Cultural Immersion trip. In May, Oster and 13 other students from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management traveled to…
Whitman Student Enjoyed Change of Pace While Studying Abroad
Alex Stolfe ’22, L’25 left spreadsheets and numbers behind for a few months while she studied abroad at Syracuse University’s Florence Center this past semester. Traveling to Madrid on a high school trip solidified Stolfe’s desire to go abroad while in college.…
Whitman Students Travel to Kenya for a Cultural Immersion Experience
The 2022 Kenya Cultural Immersion travel team consisted of 14 Whitman students eager to experience the global economy, connect with global partners and learn the customs and culture of Africa. This pilot immersion trip allowed students to connect lessons from class…
Visiting the Mwelu Foundation
One of the organizations we were able to visit, while on the ground in Nairobi, was the Mwelu Foundation. The Mwelu Foundation is a registered trust, founded in 2007. They work with a group of approximately 80 young people to help…
Learning About the Education System in Kenya
During our trip to Kenya, we had the pleasure of visiting Mwangaza College, an accredited four-year college within the city of Nakuru that focuses on four main career paths: Fashion and Beauty, Hospitality, Business and Education. The College has over…
Inspiration from Personal Success Stories
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…