Accounting Stars Program Introduces Students to the “Language of Business” When Professor of Accounting Practice MaryAnn Monforte ’95 MBA, asks students in her Introduction to Financial Accounting class what majors they are considering, too few answered “accounting.” She set out…
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…
Internship Experience: John McCabe, Assurance Services 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: John McCabeGraduation Year: May 2021Major(s): Professional…
What Specialties Can You Study Within Business?
Like most students applying to college, you want a degree that offers flexibility and prepares you for success in the field. You probably desire something that aligns with your skills and interests, but simultaneously may boost your earning potential. We…
Robert Spichiger ’19, ’20 M.S.
Like most students, Robert Spichiger ’20 stumbled upon his major, and later career path, through trial and error. In doing so, he discovered his love for accounting and tax, a passion almost comparable to his love of swimming. Spichiger chose…
Julia Fiedler ’21: Close to Home, Close to Opportunity
When it came time for Julia Fiedler ’21 to search for a college, she didn’t bother. She knew Syracuse University was the place for her. “Syracuse University and the Whitman School have always been close to home for me, both…
Accounting Students Network Virtually with Professionals at EY
As Syracuse University students, faculty and staff have moved to online learning and remote work, many have found ways to use virtual tools to their advantage. With the help of technology and the importance of networking opportunities at the Martin J. Whitman School…
What to Do with Your Stimulus Check?
Millions of Americans are starting to see Economic Impact Payments – otherwise known as a stimulus payment – deposited directly into their bank accounts. According to the IRS, they have worked with the U.S. Department of Treasury to send tens…
Faculty and Staff Honored at the Whitman School Annual Awards Ceremony
Faculty and Staff Honored at the Whitman School Annual Awards Ceremony Several members of the faculty and staff of the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University were honored at a ceremony May 14, including: STAFF AWARDS RISING STAR AWARD Daniel J.…
Four Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund Wisely
You’ve finally received your long-awaited tax refund now the question is what to do with it? You could go shopping, perhaps treat yourself to the latest gadgets with the hopes that something new and improved doesn’t come out to make…
Five Terrifying Mistakes That Haunted Businesses
Some mistakes can haunt businesses long after the mistake is made. Here are some of the worst mistakes that hindered prominent companies: Kodak’s Refusal to Go Digital In the mid-1970s, Steven Sasson, an engineer for Kodak, created the first portable…
What to Know to Stop Your Date from Breaking Your Bank
Love may be priceless but dates often aren’t. Between the restaurants, tips, movie tickets and popcorn, the cost of a date can quickly add up. According to DailyMail, the average American spends more than $20,000 on dates over a five-and-a-half-year…
Course Gives Non-Whitman Majors an Engaging Introduction to Business
As students took their seats on day one of Business Essentials (BUA 201), many were surprised by the attire of one of the instructors. Professor Alex McKelvie stood before them in gym shorts and a T-shirt emblazoned with the word…
Whitman Research Newsletter – January/February 2017
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 doctoral programs. Awards and Honors Burak Kazaz, the Becker Professor…
Whitman Research Newsletter – Oct. – Dec. 2016
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 doctoral programs. Awards and Honors Maria Minniti, the Bantle Chair…
Returning to Her Roots Leads to Great Reward
How does a certified public accountant go from working in audit and tax to investing $150 million as a corporate money manager to market research and strategic planning? It’s a long and winding road! MaryAnn Monforte was a jet-setter, one…
What You Need to Know Before Making the Mad Dash to File Your Taxes
The tax season ends soon. Have you filed yet? If you are one of the 25 percent of taxpayers scrambling to file taxes before the deadline, remain calm. There is still time to learn what to look for when filing…
Five Black Friday Overspending Traps to Avoid
You just had a wonderful, albeit crazy Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. Now it’s time to go shopping! Black Friday deals abound, or so they say and you are poised to take advantage of them. Here are some tips to avoid overspending.…
Video: IMPRESS First Annual Field Day Results
On Friday, September 25, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University held the first ever Field Day as part of its Goodman IMPRESS program. The four houses competed for the grand prize of 1,000 IMPRESS points. Since…
Top 3 Things College Students Should Do with their Tax Refunds
You’ve just filed your tax return and “woo hoo!” you’re getting a refund! That Apple watch is looking pretty good and it’s now within your reach, but, not so fast! Careful consideration of where you spend this bonus money is…