Finance and marketing management double major Ethan Walsh ’24 recently took advantage of a business trip to Silicon Valley in San Francisco through the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. There, he formed new career goals by touring different…
Five Ways Students Can Ace Final Exams
While it is hard to believe, finals are quickly approaching. The weeks leading up to finals can be busy, stressful and chaotic. The following tips can help students prepare for the intense week of exams and ace them all. 1.…
Whitman Student Eager to Explore Various Career Paths
Coming from a small high school, Lily Buckley ’24 did not know what to expect when she committed to Syracuse University. Reflecting on her experience so far, Buckley sees the numerous opportunities there are at a larger school to get…
Whitman Student Takes Ample Leadership Opportunities In and Out of the Classroom
Before coming to college, Bryan Reynoso ’23 was always drawn in by Syracuse University’s atmosphere, opportunities and comradery. Once he started classes, he realized the Whitman School of Management had all the same characteristics. The finance and entrepreneurship & emerging enterprises double…
Whitman Student Uses Entrepreneurship Courses to Help Run Business
Wanting to study both business and communications at a university with a strong alumni network, Phoebe Gullingsrud ’24 (WSM/NEW) knew that Syracuse University would be the right place for her. The dual major, studying entrepreneurship & emerging enterprises (EEE) at…
Seven Tips and Tricks for First-Year Whitman Students
Coming in as a first-year student is a big life change. With an understanding of how exciting and nerve-wracking it can be, this guide contains all the tips and tricks Whitman students should know to ensure a smooth transition and…
Julia Fiedler, ’21, ’22 M.S.: Master’s Degree Has Prepared Her for Real-World Requirements of Today’s Professional Accounting Field
Julia Fiedler ’21, ’22 M.S. grew up around Syracuse University’s Whitman School. Long before she decided to attend Whitman and pursue a career in accounting, she could often be found hanging out in the office of Professor of Accounting Practice…
Tackling Classes, Exploring Cultures and Running a Startup While Studying Abroad
Ben Ford ’23 brought his entrepreneurial spirit with him while he studied abroad at Syracuse University’s London Center this past semester. As a marketing management student at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management, Ford balanced classes, travel and work on…
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…
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 master’s programs. Zoom link: For Viewing Virtually Finalists…
Business Analytics Program Prepares Students for Rapidly Growing Industry
The field of analytics has been growing exponentially over the past few years and will not be slowing down anytime soon. To prepare for a growing demanding profession, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University recently introduced…
Looking for a Post-Grad Destination? Up-and-Coming Cities Make Great Options for Business Students
Where do you see yourself living in the next 10 years? It’s a question that college students have probably been asked too many times to count. Though the most popular answer for Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management…
#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.”
Why Study Finance?
When you hear the word finance, what comes to mind? Money? Banks? Wall Street? While many of these terms are associated with a finance degree, the field of study is much more complex. If you’re looking to learn more about…
Whitman Announces a New Major in Business Analytics
Whitman Announces a New Major in Business Analytics A distinctive characteristic of conducting business in the 21st century is collecting and utilizing vast amounts of data in decision making. The Whitman School has launched a new undergraduate major in business…
Preparing for a Fall Semester Like Never Before
Preparing for a Fall Semester Like Never Before While the spring 2020 semester abruptly moved to online learning due to the pandemic, the Whitman School, along with the entire University, had the opportunity to learn from and improve upon that…
Gartner Gives Top 25 Ranking for Whitman’s Supply Chain Management Undergraduate Program
Gartner, Inc. announced that the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University is one of the top 25 in the country for its supply chain management (SCM) program, granting a #23 ranking to the undergraduate program. Gartner’s biennial North American Supply Chain University Program…
COVID-19 Relief and Inclusive Excellence Scholarships Support Returning Whitman Students
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management has announced two new scholarship funds for returning undergraduate and graduate students. Current students must apply for either scholarship by 5 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2020. Students will be contacted within…
#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…
A Mentor On and Off the Syracuse University Football Field
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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…
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…
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…
Student Profile: Ruth Bang ’21
HomeOur Second CenturyClass of 2020Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty 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…
2020 Whitman Scholars
HomeOur Second CenturyClass of 2020Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFocus on Faculty 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…
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…
Whitman Team Places in Top 10 at National Competition
A student team from Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management placed in the top 10 at the annual Kelley School of Business National Diversity Case Competition (NDCC) in January. After making it into the final round, the team finished in 7th place, solidifying…
New Accounting Electives Now Being Offered
The field of accounting includes many specialized areas of interest to undergraduate and master’s students. The Whitman School curriculum allows students to customize their degree by including electives from which they can choose. Three electives became available this past academic…
Unsung Hero Award Winner Grateful for Dual Degree Opportunity
Jack Ramza ’22 is almost halfway through his time at Syracuse University and has already achieved great success. Ramza was recently honored with an Unsung Hero Award at the 35th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. These awards are given annually…
Fall 2019 Capstone Business Plan Competition Winners
Every student’s business education at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University is concluded by what is known as “Capstone.” This three-credit course is designed to inspire graduating students’ entrepreneurial spirits and teach tangible skills. The final product of this…
#WhitmanWatch: Kenneth Mintz
One morning during his summer internship at General Motors (GM), Kenneth Mintz was walking toward the elevators when he heard a “ding” from the executive-only elevator shaft. The doors slid open to reveal a smiling Mary Barra, the company’s CEO,…
Whitman Clubs Complement Classroom Learning With Real-World Skills
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Whitman Clubs Complement Classroom Learning With Real-World Skills Learning does not begin or end in the classroom at the Martin J. Whitman School of Management. That commitment comes shining through in the…
Student Spotlight: Adena Rochelson ’21
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Student Spotlight: Adena Rochelson ’21 Hometown: Fayetteville, New York Major: Supply Chain Management Minor: Environment and Society Adena Rochelson has known how to make an impact since the fourth grade. At…
2019 Whitman Scholars
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff 2019 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…
Celebrating Whitman Day 2019
Each year, Syracuse University‘s Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosts Whitman Day, a day to celebrate and honor members of its community. This year, Whitman Day was packed with a series of fun-filled events throughout the day. The morning…
Whitman Takes on NYC
HomeExperiential LearningClass of 2019Student SpotlightsAlumni & FriendsFaculty & Staff Whitman Takes on NYC for Transformative Learning Experiences The Whitman School aims to inspire and prepare students for an ever-changing business world. For these reasons, each semester dedicated staff and faculty…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School Embraces Veterans
Since January 2014, veteran and military-connected enrollment at Syracuse University has grown more than 500 percent. In 1944, Syracuse University helped lead the charge in the creation of the original G.I. Bill, and since then has continuously aimed to provide…
Help Shape the Future of Whitman!
The Whitman School of Management has embarked on a Space Analysis and Programming Study to support the Campus Framework Vision for Excellence: 2017 – 2037 and the Whitman School of Management’s (WSOM) Strategic Plan Roadmap to the Second Century. Phase…
#WhitmanWatch: Griffin Brooks ’19
Name: Griffin Brooks Graduation Year: Spring 2019 Major(s)/Minor(s): Retail Management and Marketing Hometown: Bryn Mawr, P.A. Griffin Brooks chose to attend Syracuse University (SU) to continue a family legacy, as their grandfather went to SU, and to pursue their interests…
Orange Tank Business Pitch Competition Doles out $21,000 in Cash to Promising New Ventures
On Oct. 19, 2018, the Whitman School hosted the fourth annual Orange Tank business pitch competition. Student and alumni entrepreneurs pitched their ventures to a panel of accomplished judges in hopes of receiving valuable feedback and winning a cash prize…
Advice from the Class of 2018 to the Class of 2022
Each year, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University welcomes newly admitted students to campus, where they will spend the following years learning and growing into exceptional business professionals. While attending college can be exciting and thrilling,…
Rachel DuBois Appointed Director of Undergraduate Recruitment
Rachel DuBois has been appointed director of undergraduate recruitment at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management, effective Aug. 1. DuBois has been an academic advisor for the Undergraduate Program at the Whitman School for more than four years.…
#WhitmanWatch: Steven Winschel Jr.
Name: Steven Winschel Jr. Graduation Year: 2018 Major(s)/Minor(s): Management and Finance Hometown: Manlius, N.Y. Steven Winschel ’18 was able to complete his degree at Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management in just three years; he is passionate about finance and…
Whitman School Announces Leadership Changes
Gene Anderson, dean of the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University, announced two leadership appointments at the annual Whitman Faculty and Staff awards ceremony May 15. Effective May 16, the Whitman School’s educational offerings are organized under two new associate…
Whitman Seniors Featured among Poets & Quants for Undergrads’ Best & Brightest Undergraduate Business Majors for 2018
Catherine Cummings and Justin Harris, 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.…
Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management Ranked in Poets&Quants’ Best Undergraduate Business Schools 2017
Syracuse University’s Martin J. Whitman School of Management’s undergraduate business program is ranked #43 by Poets&Quants for Undergrads, the leading online publication for undergraduate business education news. The website released its second annual Best Undergraduate Business Schools 2017 ranking Dec.…
Syracuse University’s Entrepreneurship Programs Ranked in Top 20 by The Princeton Review; Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine
Syracuse University offers one of the best programs for students aspiring to launch their own businesses according to The Princeton Review. The education services company named the Martin J. Whitman School of Management’s undergraduate entrepreneurship and emerging enterprises program #16 and…
#WhitmanWatch: Hendrik Hilpert
Name: Hendrik Hilpert Graduation Year: 2019 Majors: Finance & Economics Hometown: Eiterfeld, Germany When Hendrik Hilpert ’19 is not stopping shots at Syracuse University’s soccer stadium, he can often be found doing research in Ballentine Investment Center at the Martin…
The Whitman School Hosts Third Annual Orange Tank Competition
As part of the 2017 Orange Central celebration at Syracuse University, the Martin J. Whitman School of Management hosted its third annual Orange Tank business pitch competition. During the Orange Tank competition, current Whitman students and alumni entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas to…
Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises 2016-2017 at a Glance
Syracuse University‘s Whitman School Entrepreneurship and Emerging Enterprises (EEE) department, consistently ranked as one of the top entrepreneurship programs in the United States, offers students the total entrepreneurship experience. From the unique entrepreneurship courses to the exciting extracurricular activities and experiential learning opportunities, every student…