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…
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#WhitmanWatch: Nick Andrade ’22
Can you start solidifying your career path as a first-year college student? Nick Andrade ’22 proves that with Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management connections and resources, it certainly is possible. Andrade, a double major in finance and…
#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…
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…
#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: Ying Zhang ’21
Student Spotlight: Ying Zhang ’21 Hometown: Xi’an, China Degree: Ph.D. in Accounting Before deciding to earn her Ph.D., Ying Zhang ’21 already knew she had a keen interest in financial research. After completing a bachelor’s degree in China, Zhang continued…
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…
#WhitmanWatch: Sarina Sherman ’21
Most students say goodbye to their high school jobs once they’re ready for college, but, for Sarina Sherman ’21 (WHIT/NEW), it was only the beginning of a potential career. “I worked for Nordstrom in high school. After a few years,…
#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…
#WhitmanWatch: Gizelle Jayne Ortiz Vidal ’22
Gizelle Jayne Ortiz Vidal ’22 (WHIT/iSchool) is an individual who works with a ‘pay it forward’ attitude, which they demonstrate in their involvement at Syracuse University and the greater Syracuse area. Vidal, from Yonkers, New York, is a dual major studying finance at the Martin J. Whitman…
#WhitmanWatch: Bailey Loughnane ’22
Many students at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management decide to take on more than one major. Bailey Loughnane ’22 (WHIT/NEW) is one such student, but he’s taken a chance on an unconventional route, being one of the first students…
Ph.D. Student Profile: Hooman Abootorabi ’21
Hooman Abootorabi ’21 Ph.D. joined the Martin J. Whitman School of Management in 2017 as a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprise. Prior to studying at the Whitman School, Abootorabi earned an undergraduate degree in industrial…
#WhitmanWatch: Amanda Blutig ’22
Contrary to what many would assume, Amanda Blutig ’22, was not originally thrilled to join the Syracuse University Orange family. Why? Well, because ironically her older brother beat her to it. Blutig, from Nanuet, NY recalls, “My brother just graduated…
#WhitmanWatch: Vincenzo Suarez ’23
Vincenzo Suarez ’23, from Weston, Florida, is one of 10 Posse Foundation scholars in his class on the Syracuse University campus. The Posse Foundation is a program that partners with universities across the country to provide full-tuition scholarships and mentorship…
#WhitmanWatch: Louisa “Lulu” Williams ’21
Louisa Williams ’21, better known to friends as Lulu, has let her African roots, spirituality and perseverance guide her success at Syracuse University. William’s hometown is Delran, New Jersey. She is a dual major in supply chain management at the Whitman School of Management,…
#WhitmanWatch: Jenna Thomas ’23
The first time that Jenna Thomas ’23 visited Syracuse she was moved by the potential that she knew Syracuse University held. Thomas, from Bethlehem, PA, recalls, “I wanted to go to Syracuse University ever since I first stepped foot on…
#WhitmanWatch: Charlie Naples ’21
As a triple-major at Syracuse University, Charlie Naples ’21 is steadfastly working towards degrees in finance and accounting at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management and Spanish at the College of Arts and Sciences, while serving as a leader of several student organizations, gaining…
#WhitmanWatch: Jordan Shepherd ’21
Jordan Shepherd ’21, marketing management major, does not like to be put into a box, but if he had to define himself it would be as a singer, dancer and student. Shepherd reflects back on how his passion for creating music began,…
Winnie (Uyen) Nguyen ’12, ’13 M.S.
Like many international students, Winnie Nguyen ’12, ’13 M.S. had few connections in the United States upon starting her college career. However, in coming to Syracuse, she quickly discovered her passion for accounting, and has been working in Public Accounting…
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…
More Than an Intern, Cherished Member of the Whitman Mailroom
Music and the Whitman mailroom; these are two staples in Bobby Pangborn’s ’20 life in which he takes great pride. Pangborn is a current senior in the InclusiveU program at Syracuse University. Karly Grifasi, the director of communications for InclusiveU explains, “Through the Taishoff…
Whitman Student Helps Raise $100K with COVID-19 Relief Campaign
Jack Adler ’23 was excited to start his first-year experience at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management. What he didn’t expect was having to cut his time on campus short because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Adler made the…
#WhitmanWatch: Lucas Krupkin ’20
Like many students, Lucas Krupkin ’20 did not perform as well as he had hoped to when taking standardized tests for college. For him, the exams were incredibly difficult, and for some colleges, only numbers determined a student’s eligibility for admission. …
Student Profile: Ruth Bang ’21
Student Profile: Ruth Bang ’21 Hometown: Parkland, Florida Major: Marketing Management and Supply Chain Management Minor: Psychology Ruth Bang ’21 was born in Chicago and moved to Florida at a young age. As one of five children, she loves being…
Student Profile: James Coleman ’16, ’21 MBA
Student Profile: James Coleman ’16, ’21 MBA Hometown: Southington, Connecticut Degree: MBA Concentrations: Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics James Coleman graduated from Syracuse University in 2016 from the College of Visual and Performing Arts Bandier Program with minors in…
Student Profile: Jill M. Syracuse ’20
Student Profile: Jill M. Syracuse ’20 Hometown: Buffalo, New York Major: MBA/Online Jill Syracuse had always planned on going back to school to earn an MBA. For over 30 years, she worked for a managed care company, 15 of which…
2020 Whitman Scholars
2020 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…
Student Profile: Zhaoque (Chosen) Zhou ’21
Student Profile: Zhaoque (Chosen) Zhou ’21 Hometown: Guangzhou, China Degree: Ph.D. in finance Zhaoque (Chosen) Zhou completed his undergraduate degree in mathematics in China, then came to the United States to continue his educational journey, earning two master’s degrees, in…
#WhitmanWatch: Arianna Boyce ’23
Arianna Boyce ’23 chose to attend Syracuse University because of the welcoming atmosphere she felt in the campus community and the countless opportunities she saw for herself to grow personally, professionally and academically. In addition to pursuing a major in…
Student Spotlight: Tyler Newman ’20
Tyler Newman ’20, finance and marketing double major, always knew he wanted to be part of the Syracuse University community. From a young age he attended sporting events on campus and heard about the University from older friends. Newman has collected many…
Celebrating Women at Whitman
In honor of International Women’s Day March 8, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University celebrates women at Whitman. Highlighted are Whitman community members celebrated for their social, cultural and economic achievements. #WhitmanWatch Nobi Nyabonda ’22 has…
Matt Shumer ’22 Selected to Showcase His Innovations in Several National Events
Matt Shumer ’22 (Martin J. Whitman School of Management), founder of Visos, has been selected to showcase his innovative enterprise virtual reality system in several national events this spring. He is a Rubin Family Innovation Mentor at the Blackstone LaunchPad powered…
Student Spotlight: Almantas Palubinskas ’20
Student Spotlight: Almantas Palubinskas ’20 Hometown: Fairfax, Virginia Degree: Ph.D. in entrepreneurship and emerging enterprises As an undergraduate, Almantas Palubinskas already knew he wanted to pursue a doctorate However, it wasn’t until he had the opportunity to work closely with…
Student Spotlight: Brittany Jackson ’19
Student Spotlight: Brittany Jackson ’19 Hometown: Hartford, Connecticut Major: MBA/Online Specialization: Marketing Management When you ask Whitman students where their careers are headed, most say the Big 4 accounting firms, Wall Street or the intention of becoming a CEO. Few…
Student Spotlight: Nandita Rebello ’20
Student Spotlight: Nandita Rebello ’20 Hometown: Mumbai, India Degree: MBA Nandita Rebello has always been artistic. Since age 4, she studied art and became known for her work in her native India. For a time, she started her own consulting…
Student Spotlight: Brian Sotnick ’20
Student Spotlight: Brian Sotnick ’20 Hometown: Palo Alto, California Major: Marketing Management Minors: Information Management Technology and Psychology Brian Sotnick ’20 describes himself as someone “raised by an East Coast family on the West Coast.” While he grew up in…
Student Spotlight: Thomas NovoGradac ’20
If Thomas NovoGradac ’20 hadn’t interned at the Federal Reserve Board two summers ago, then they wouldn’t have the Veteran Employee Resource Group that they do today. As a student-veteran at Syracuse University, NovoGradac noticed a lack of veteran-focused resources…
#WhitmanWatch: Nicklaus Brincka ’20
Name: Nicklaus Brincka Graduation Year: May 2020 Majors: Accounting (CPA Track) Hometown: Sacramento, California Nicklaus Brincka ’20, a United States Army veteran, wants to continue serving his country in addition to pursuing a degree. “My grandfather had always pushed me…
#WhitmanWatch: Gina Giudice ’20
For Gina Giudice ’20, choosing to attend the Martin J. Whitman School of Management and Syracuse University was a no-brainer. When applying to schools, Syracuse University had everything she wanted in her college experience: school spirit and sports, a large…
#WhitmanWatch: Azarius Williams ’20
For Azarius Williams ’20, attending Syracuse University has been a dream come true. He explains, “I like to say that Syracuse University chose me. In high school, I honestly did not envision myself pursuing higher education because of my family’s financial…
#WhitmanWatch: Michael DiNardo ’20
Michael DiNardo ’20 first visited Syracuse University with his sister at thirteen years old when she was touring the school, and decided that Syracuse would be the place for him. “Five years and 15 college applications later, I rediscovered my…
#WhitmanWatch: Nobi Nyabonda ’22
For Nobi Nyabonda ’22, her college application process looked a little different than most Whitman students’. Rather than deciding how far of a drive she’d be willing to take when heading home during summer breaks, Nyabonda looked at schools that…
#Whitman Watch: An Ni Hsu G ’20
Name: An Ni Hsu Graduation Year: 2020 Major(s): M.S. in Marketing Hometown: Taoyuan, Taiwan An Ni Hsu G ’20 was immediately interested in the flexibility of the master’s in marketing program that encompassed both a rigorous academic schedule along with practical internship…
#WhitmanWatch: Katie Franc
Name: Katie Franc Graduation Year: 2019 Major(s): Marketing Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania In April of her senior year of college, Katie Franc ’19 jumped on a plane and flew across the country to Los Angeles to pursue her hopeful future in the…
Danielle Matfess ’13, ’14 M.S.
Degrees: B.S. majoring in finance and accounting; M.S. in professional accounting Hometown: Grew up in Topsfield, Massachusetts, currently resides in New York City Exposure can play a key role in college and career decisions. This was the case for Danielle…
#WhitmanWatch: Daniel Strauss
Name: Daniel Strauss Graduation Year: 2019 Major(s): Finance Hometown: Hillsborough, New Jersey If you’ve been to Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, you’ve most likely had the pleasure of seeing Daniel Strauss ’19 in action. In his four-year tenure as…
#WhitmanWatch: Alex Straus
Name: Alex Straus Graduation Year: 2019 Major(s): Public Relations, Economics Minor: Finance Emphasis: Financial and Investor Communications Emphasis (FICE) Hometown: Doylestown, PA For Alex Straus, it was an enjoyable four years being a part of the Martin J. Whitman School…