This year has been transformational for the School of Business. We continue to establish ourselves as a preeminent center of business education, preparing students to succeed in a complex and rapidly evolving world.
What makes us truly distinguishable is the way we connect learning to purpose. Through the integration of the Life Design Academy into our First Year Experience classes, students are not only gaining knowledge but also developing a clear sense of direction, resilience, and personal vision. Our expanding suite of microcredentials and career credentials ensures that learners—from undergraduates to executives—are equipped with the skills to lead and adapt.
Equally important is the inspiration our community provides. Students inspire us with their achievements—whether placing in the top 2% globally in the Bloomberg Trading Challenge, excelling in case competitions, or applying their talents to real-world consulting projects. Faculty inspire through their research, teaching, and mentorship, advancing knowledge while guiding students toward excellence. Our partners—alumni, employers, and community leaders—add inspiration through their commitment to supporting the next generation of business leaders.
The launch of the Business Xcelerator has further expanded our impact, providing local small businesses access to faculty expertise, and giving students the opportunity to consult with companies and nonprofit organizations. This initiative not only strengthens our ties to the business community but also demonstrates the School’s role as a driver of regional economic vitality.
Together, these efforts make the School of Business not only a place of learning, but a hub of innovation and impact. We are inspirational in the opportunities we create, distinguishable in the outcomes we achieve, and preeminent in our vision for the future.
Thank you for being part of this journey. I look forward to building on this momentum in the year ahead as we continue to expand pathways, strengthen partnerships, and inspire success.
Sincerely,
Jess Boronico, Ph.D. Dean, School of Business
The School of Business Executive Council is composed of leaders from across industries who provide strategic guidance, strengthen community partnerships, and help prepare our students for success in their careers. We are grateful for their commitment and expertise.
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEMBERS
Tony Rescigno
Council Chair
Executive in Residence
SCSU School of Business
Jerome (Jerry) Brennan ’76
Senior Consultant
Kuhn Employment Opportunities
Elizabeth Calo
General Manager & Head of Human Resources
Regional Water Authority
Bing Carbone
President Modern Plastics
Frank D’Ostilio
Broker/Partner
Houlihan Lawrence Wareck D'Ostilio
Rob Felder ’08
Diversity and Inclusion Manager
Bristol Myers Squibb
Terence (Terry) Floyd
Vice President, Senior Social Impact Specialist, Philanthropy & Community Impact-CT, RI, MA, VT, NH, and Maine
Wells Fargo Bank
Mike Ganino ’92 Partner
PKF O’Connor Davies
Steve Gentile ’05
Partner and Creative Director
Pinpoint Promotions
Cathy Graves
Deputy Economic Development Director
City of New Haven
Lindy Gold
Senior Specialist
Department of Econmoic and Community Development, State of Connecticut
LaKisha Jordan ’04 MBA ’06 Director of Programs
NewAlliance Foundation
Raj Mahale
Partner, Investment Management, M&A and International Transactions
KPPB Law
Richard Meisenheimer ’76
President
Spectrum Associates, Inc.
Ted Novicki
Sr. Director –Regulatory Affairs Connecticut Avangrid
Garrett Sheehan President & CEO
Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Solomon Managing Director, Audit Practice Leader –New England
CBIZ
Virginia Spell Interim President and CEO
Urban League of Southern Connecticut
Lisa Todd Consultant
Pieter Van Vredenburch Partner
Market Alpha Advisors
Anthony (Tony) Verlezza ’74
Principal
Integrated Supply Chain Solutions
Gavin Watson
Business Consultant
Gavin Watson & Associates
Marna Wilber
Founder and Chief Macaroon Officer MarnaRoons
Joseph Williams Jr. MBA ’00
Managing Director, The Mission Investments Company
The COMMUNITY Foundation for Greater New Haven
IN MEMORIAM: LARRY BINGAMAN
This year we honor the memory of Larry Bingaman, President and CEO of the Regional Water Authority, a longtime member of the Executive Council and a steadfast partner of the School of Business. Larry’s leadership, vision, and commitment to our students left a lasting impact on our community. His legacy of service and partnership will continue to inspire us for years to come.
Building a Stronger Southern
In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the School of Business raised an astounding $583,473, including $209,202 for the 2025 Day of Caring. Thank you to those of you who joined the effort to support our students, especially our Day of Caring visionary donors:
• Wells Fargo
• Tim and Lorraine O’Grady ’67
• Jerry Brennan ’76
• Liberty Bank
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 2024 – 2025 ENROLLMENT
1,239
UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE
UNDERGRAD ENROLLMENT UP 6.54% 1,068 171
GRAD ENROLLMENT UP 7.14%
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY AT A
2024 – 2025 TOTAL ENROLLMENT
8,970 GRADUATE
UNDERGRADUATE
SOUTHERN’S STUDENT BODY IS INCREASINGLY REFLECTIVE OF THE DIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN AND THE REGION.
• PERCENTAGE OF SOUTHERN UNDERGRAD STUDENTS WHO IDENTIFY AS
• UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS STUDENTS BY CONCENTRATION
School of Business Annual Awards Celebration
The Annual Awards Celebration recognizes students, staff, faculty, and community partners who demonstrate exceptional leadership and make significant contributions to the region and Southern’s School of Business. The evening’s highest honor, the Lifetime Achievement Award, was presented to Tony and Beth Verlezza in recognition of their enduring impact and commitment to Southern’s mission.
Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge
Congratulations to Graham Riss ’24, Bennett Trombley ’24, Simon Smith ’25, and Riley Hays ’25 for excelling in the Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge! Competing against 2,169 teams from 396 universities across 46 countries, Southern’s team secured an impressive 38th place globally, finishing in the 98th percentile and the top 1.75% of all participants.
National Marketing Research Competition
MBA students Emily Galer, Evan Champagne, and Robert Zapor earned third place in the national Marketing Research Competition, tackling a real-world Nestlé Purina case and showcasing their skills in consumer engagement and digital strategy.
Beta Gamma Sigma
Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society recognizes students for outstanding academic achievement and leadership in business. Advised by Dr. Wafeek Abdelsayed, the chapter celebrates student excellence and supports their continued professional growth.
IvyBiz Case Debate Competition
Congratulations to our students, Jonathan Hines and Tenly Dessalines, for winning the third-place award in the IvyBiz Case Debate Competition! Organized by the International Case Research Association, it brought together top students from leading institutions across continents-including SCSU’s School of Business as one of this year's founding teams.
Dr. Doug Dare to Be Great Award
Samantha Dotting was honored with the Dr. Doug Dare to Be Great Award, which recognizes an MBA student who demonstrates a positive attitude, a growth mindset, and a strong drive for success. She received the award from MBA Director Dr. Benjamin A. Abugri in recognition of her outstanding achievements and leadership.
Green Bonds, Global Vision
Tristan Janning, an economics major from Heidelberg University, researched green bonds during his year at Southern and earned the Outstanding Business Presentation Award at the Undergraduate Research and Creativity Conference. Mentored by Professor Samuel Kojo Andoh, he used Bloomberg Terminals to make complex financial concepts accessible to a broad audience.
Henry Barnard Award
Wajiha Ali was chosen as one of four Southern graduates to have earned the 2025 Henry Barnard Distinguished Student Award, recognizing their dedication to community service, academic excellence, and campus involvement.
“Wajiha is a uniter, a collaborator, and someone students know they can approach for guidance. She has consistently demonstrated a strong ability to connect with others and develop initiatives that support our Academy’s mission to prepare women for the workforce and give back to the greater community.”
— LISA MAROTTA DIRECTOR, WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP
ACADEMY
Through the Professional Enrichment Platform,
PEP Talks hosted 31 guest speakers across 42 sessions, engaging 1,271 students with industry insights and career inspiration.
Student Clubs, Boards, and Committees
Student clubs, boards, and committees play a vital role in enhancing professional development and networking within the School of Business. This year, the Student Advancement Platform expanded opportunities for student involvement, revitalized inactive organizations, and strengthened support for engagement across the School.
Women in Leadership Academy
The Women in Leadership Academy, generously supported by Lindy Lee Gold, empowers students to build confidence, sharpen leadership skills, and expand their professional networks. Through mentorship, workshops, and dialogue with accomplished leaders, participants prepare to excel in their careers while advancing in business and beyond.
The Life Design Academy, generously supported by Wells Fargo, helps students plan for personal and professional success beyond the classroom. Through individualized coaching, design-thinking strategies, and engagement in the four Platforms of Excellence—Professional Enrichment, Student Advancement, Experiential Education, and Career Springboard—students develop skills, experiences, and a personalized roadmap that prepares them for meaningful careers and lifelong growth.
“As a Business Administration major with a concentration in Management and a minor in Accounting, my experience in the School of Business has been invaluable. The coursework and hands-on opportunities have strengthened my leadership and analytical skills, preparing me for a successful career.”
— MEGAN WORKMAN, ’25
“Networking opportunities through the Student Advancement Platform at the School of Business have been instrumental in growing my professional connections”
— WINSTON WARE ’26
OWLS IN THE WORLD
Explore California
Over spring break, students traveled to California to visit 12 companies across diverse industries. A highlight of the trip was working with Elkhorn Peak Cellars in Napa Valley, where students consulted on a live project, applying classroom knowledge to real-world business challenges while gaining valuable career insights.
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
A visit to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York provided students with firsthand insight into the Fed’s critical role in the economy, including implementing monetary policy, supporting maximum employment, maintaining price stability, and conducting regional economic research to inform government decisionmaking.
New York Stock Exchange
Students experienced the excitement of the New York Stock Exchange, where they observed financial markets in action. The visit gave them the opportunity to see how trading operates on the global stage and to better understand the fast-paced environment that drives the financial industry.
COLLABORATIVE ONLINE INTERNATIONAL LEARNING (COIL)
Through Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), students collaborated virtually with peers abroad on joint projects, then traveled to Chile and Germany to continue their work in person. This unique experience gave them the chance to build cross-cultural skills, gain global business insight, and strengthen real-world teamwork.
Students and faculty from Southern Connecticut State University and FH Südwestfalen gather in Soest, Germany, as part of the COIL Plus program—an international partnership focused on real-world business consulting and cultural exchange.
Students and faculty from Southern Connecticut State University and Universidad del Desarrollo (Chile) partnered through a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) course. Together, they consulted with six Chilean businesses, providing strategic solutions to real-world challenges. The experience culminated in travel to Santiago and Concepción, where Southern students visited companies, collaborated in person, and immersed themselves in Chilean culture.
Angelo Durante ’06, President of Durante’s Pasta, welcomed students for a tour and shared firsthand insights into leading a successful family business.
Nuclear Energy Summit
Renowned attorney, author, and SCSU alumnus Neil Thomas Proto ’67 returned to campus to lead a dynamic discussion on the history and impact of nuclear power and policy. The event engaged students, faculty, and community members in exploring the intersections of energy, ethics, and civic responsibility, reinforcing the mission of SCSU’s new Energy and Utility Leadership program to prepare leaders for the evolving energy sector.
Veronica Opuni ’25 embodies resilience. After serving in the Army National Guard and charting her own path away from family expectations, she returned to Southern to complete her Business Administration degree with a 4.0 GPA.
EMERGING LEADERS PROGRAM
The Emerging Leaders program supports recent graduates as they begin their professional journeys. Designed to keep young alumni connected to the School of Business, the program offers opportunities to share experiences, build networks, and engage with current students and industry leaders.
Alumni Panels
Emerging Leaders shared their early career experiences, highlights, and challenges with current students by participating in alumni panels. These conversations gave students valuable insight into transitioning from the classroom to the workplace.
ConnCAT Dinner
Program participants enjoyed a special dinner at Orchid Café at ConnCAT, featuring guest speakers LaKisha Jordan ’04 MBA ’06, member of the Dean’s Business Executive Council, and Erik Clemons ’04, ConnCAT CEO and President. The evening created space for mentorship, networking, and inspiration.
Alumni Network
The Emerging Leaders private LinkedIn group, designed for business alumni who graduated within the past five years, continues to grow with more than 300 members, fostering connections, support, and career development. Recent School of Business alumni are invited to join the conversation!
Pictured: Aldric Joseph; Kiersten Snyder; Emerging Leaders Director, Patty Conte; and Ronnie Pinkard
Pictured: Kwadir Delgado-McIntyre; Emerging Leaders Director, Patty Conte; Bayleigh Takacs; Omer Abdulrazak; Mariam Noorzad; Matthew Reed; and Derek Viets
A Day with RWA
Southern hosted “A Day with RWA,” giving students the opportunity to connect with leaders from the Regional Water Authority and explore career pathways in water management, sustainability, and business.
NBC Universal Industry Insights
Over 100 students attended as NBC Universal brought industry expertise to Southern, offering a firsthand look at careers in media and entertainment.
Accounting Roundtable
The School of Business hosted its semi-annual Accounting Roundtable, co-sponsored with the SCSU Accounting Society Moderated by student officers, the event featured a panel of distinguished accounting professionals from local, regional, national, and international firms—including many alumni. Students gained valuable insights into career paths, industry trends, and the skills needed to succeed in accounting.
Organizational Resiliency Panel
The School of Business hosted a panel on organizational resiliency with Chris O’Connor (CEO, Yale New Haven Health), Natalie Weaver (SVP of Human Resources, Liberty Bank), and Jaromir Vlach (VP, Head of Discovery Biology, Alexion AstraZeneca Rare Disease), moderated by Keith Kountz of WTNH. Panelists shared strategies for navigating challenges and sustaining growth, while highlighting how the new STEM Doctorate in Business Administration equips future leaders with the skills needed to strengthen resiliency across industries.
Fellowship for Equitable Development
As a university partner with the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, the School of Business recruited and supported two MBA students for fellowships with the Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Mission Investments Company and Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust. Joseph Enyonu served at the Community Foundation, and Emily Palmer-Shay worked with Bridgeport Neighborhood Trust, gaining hands-on experience addressing community development and equitable investment initiatives.
Project-Based Learning
Through the Experiential Education Platform, 113 undergraduate and MBA students collaborated with five companies across six Management courses. Students tackled real-world challenges and developed actionable recommendations, gaining hands-on experience while delivering value to participating organizations.
Career Fairs
The annual Accounting and Finance Career Fair, hosted by the Career Springboard Platform, provides students with direct access to employers, networking opportunities, and insights into industry trends. In addition, students participated in university-wide industry fairs, engaging with over 80 companies across multiple sectors to explore internships, full-time positions, and professional development opportunities. These events help students build meaningful connections and prepare for successful careers.
International Business Speaker Series
The SCSU School of Business International Business Studies Academy launched its inaugural International Speaker Series on November 8, 2024. The first event, themed “Navigating Uncertainty,” featured keynote speaker Dr. Patrick Utomi, Fellow and International Policy Scholar at the Woodrow Wilson Center, providing students with insights into global business challenges and strategic decision-making in uncertain environments.
Avangrid Interactive Expo
Southern faculty, staff, and students explored Avangrid’s Interactive Expo, learning about innovations in energy and career paths in the utility sector. Through partnerships like this, Southern’s Energy and Utility Leadership program prepares future leaders for the industry.
Student Research Forum
Students shared their research with faculty and at national conferences, including Owen Gagne at the Eastern Academy Conference and Jose Mandujano at the International Association of Technology and Management and the Global Conference on Flexible Systems Management. Students who presented in Spring 2025 will be going onto an academic conference this fall.
Southern Connecticut Business Collaborative— Business Xcelerator
In 2025, Southern Connecticut State University’s School of Business partnered with the Urban League of Southern Connecticut, the City of New Haven, and The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven to launch the Southern Connecticut Business Collaborative. This new initiative supports entrepreneurs and small business owners— especially women and people of color—through technical assistance, one-on-one consulting, mentoring, student-led research, and specialized programming. Initial efforts focus on New Haven, with plans to expand regionally. Key features include access to expert guidance, digital marketing support, and initiatives like GetVirtual to help businesses build an online presence. The Collaborative aims to drive inclusive economic growth by strengthening the small business ecosystem in Southern Connecticut.
GetVirtual at Southern Connecticut State University
GetVirtual is a hands-on course where students partner with local businesses and nonprofits to build websites, create social media strategies, and provide digital marketing support. Guided by Dr. Kate Toskin, students apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects, gaining experience in project management, web design, SEO, and client communication while helping community organizations expand their reach. This year’s class completed projects for eight clients.
“The course ended up being an amazing experience… I built a website and social media strategy for a local contractor, gaining skills in SEO, project management, and client training.”
— JENNIFER, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, ’25
“The GetVirtual team built a sleek, professional website and made the whole process easy—I’m thrilled with the results!”
— MR. FIX-R, LLCS
Student and Faculty Corporate Consulting Projects
Students in the School of Business collaborated with peers from Stanley College of Engineering and Technology for Women in India to support Queralt, Inc., a New Haven–based cybersecurity company. Their work included market research, compensation analysis, policy development, healthcare evaluation, and threat analysis. Queralt is already using these student-driven insights to refine its business strategy and bring its patented authentication product to market.
FBLA Spring Leadership Conference
The School of Business at SCSU hosted the FBLA Spring Leadership Conference, connecting nearly 800 students and potential future Owls. The event offered workshops, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities designed to develop leadership skills, professional competencies, and career readiness. Students engaged with peers, faculty, and business professionals, gaining insights into entrepreneurship, management, and industry trends while building connections that will support their future careers.
New Haven Public Schools Business Pathway
The School of Business continues to strengthen its partnership with New Haven Public Schools (NHPS) through hands-on, careerconnected initiatives. Highlights include the Summer Business Academy, a one-week immersive program for students; the Pitch Competition, where high school teams showcase business ideas on Southern’s campus; and the Business Pathway Advisory Board, where external business leaders provide guidance to NHPS on enhancing career pathways. These programs prepare students for future academic and professional success while fostering strong connections between the School and the local community.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Volunteers
Students support the community by preparing free tax returns through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, gaining real-world accounting experience while helping families and individuals in need.
Expanded Early College Opportunities
The School of Business expanded its Early College program, partnering with multiple school districts to allow high school students to take business courses both at their high schools and on Southern’s campus. This initiative provides students with early exposure to college-level coursework and practical business skills, preparing them for future academic and career success.
IMPACT Nonprofit Internships
The IMPACT Nonprotfit Internship Program, generously supported by Jerry Brennan ’76 and Liberty Bank, connects business students with local nonprofit organizations and the broader community. This year, 10 interns contributed 1,500 hours of business support at no cost to the nonprofits, gaining real-world experience while helping strengthen local organizations and their community impact.
Integrating AI into Business Education
The 3rd Annual Stakeholder Conference convened students, faculty, and business leaders to explore the integration of AI into business education and to strengthen connections between academia and industry.
ENGAGING WITH BUSINESS LEADERS
Celebrating Hispanic Business Leadership
At the School of Business Diversity Celebration, awards were presented to Hispanic business leaders in recognition of their professional achievements and community impact. The event honored their contributions to the business landscape and provided students with inspiring examples of leadership, resilience, and success.
Southern Students Networking with Business Leaders
At the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce 2025 Legislative Forum, students joined faculty and staff in connecting with local legislators, community members, and business leaders. The experience provided students with firsthand exposure to policy discussions and insights that will shape their future roles in business and public service.
Southern Connecticut State University proudly hosted the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Networking Council luncheon. The event highlighted Southern’s Women’s Leadership Academy, with students sharing powerful stories about the program’s impact on their lives. The inspiration from these women was palpable, and we are grateful to the Beirne Group for sponsoring this outstanding networking event.
NEW PROGRAMS
STEM Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA)
Preparing the next generation of business scholars and leaders.
STEM Master of Science in Business Analytics
Equipping students with data-driven decision-making skills.
Bachelor of Science in Energy and Utility Leadership (formerly Public Utility Management)
Developing leaders for the evolving utility and energy sector.
STEM Master of Science in Financial Risk Management
Preparing professionals to navigate and manage financial risk in a complex business environment.
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FACULTY AND STAFF
DEAN’S OFFICE
Dr. Jess Boronico
Dean, School of Business
Christina Maturi
Administrative Assistant
Patty Conte Professional Enrichment Platform Director
Dr. Venugopal Prabhakar Gantasala
Associate Dean and Professor
Dr. Swapna Bhargavi Gantasala
Student Success Coach and Internship Coordinator
Amy Grotzke
Asst. Director of External Relations
Callie Fusco Events Coordinator
Grace Luppino, Esq. Student Success Coach
Lisa J. Marotta, Esq. Director Women in Leadership
Kyle Mercado IT-SCOB
Thomas O'Malley
Adjunct Faculty Council Chair
Susan Rapini
Bus. Engagement & Partnership Liaison
Tricia Regan
Asst. Director of Academic Advisement
Anthony Rescigno Executive in Residence
ACCOUNTING
Dr. Russell Engel Chair and Professor
Catherine Cote
Secretary
Dr. Wafeek Abdelsayed Professor
Professor David Allen Associate Professor
Professor James Aselta Associate Professor
Dr. Hanyong Chung Associate Professor
Dr. Emmanuel Emenyonu Professor
Komal Warren Instructor
BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Dr. Mark Pisano Chair and Associate Professor
Joann L. Quinde Secretary
Dr. Richard Bassett Associate Professor
Dr. Mina Park Professor
Dr. Katarzyna (Kate) Toskin Associate Professor
ECONOMICS
Dr. James Thorson Chair and Professor
Ms. Cynthia Patterson Secretary
Dr. Samuel Andoh Professor
Dr. Yilma Gebremariam Professor
Dr. Sanja Grubacic Professor
Dr. Younjun Kim Director of STEM MSBA and Associate Professor
Dr. Jason Patalinghug Associate Professor
Dr. Sang Won Yoon Professor
Dr. Jia Yu Associate Professor
FINANCE
Dr. Sandip Dutta Chair and Professor
Ms. Cynthia Patterson Secretary
Dr. Punit Anand Assistant Professor
Dr. Gene Birz
Professor
Dr. Khoa Nguyen Associate Professor
Steven J. Shapiro Director of STEM MSFRM Program
Dr. Mengchuan (Kitty) Wang Assistant Professor
Dr. Han Yu Professor
MANAGEMENT/ INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Robert Smith, Esq. Chair and Professor
Joann L. Quinde Secretary
Oluwatoyin Comfort Awoyinka Fellow
Kauther Badr, Esq. Professor
Dr. Seungmin Han
Associate Professor
Dr. Jung Hoon Kim Associate Professor
Dr. Minjae Lee Associate Professor
Dr. Birasnav Muthuraj Professor
Dr. Gregory (Gadiel) Robbins Associate Professor
Dr. Carol Stewart Director of BS Energy and Utility Leadership and Professor
Dr. Alison Wall Professor
Dr. Zheni Wang Associate Professor
Dr. Alice Wieland Professor
Dr. Chulguen (Charlie) Yang Professor
MARKETING
Dr. Amitkumar Singh Chair and Associate Professor
Catherine Cote Secretary
Dr. Shibiao (Bill) Ding Associate Professor
Dr. Robert Forbus Professor
Dr. Hyoseok Kim Assistant Professor
Dr. Young K. Kim Associate Professor
Dr. Atul Kulkarni Professor
Dr. Lynn Kwak Director DBA and Professor
Dr. Yue (Christine) Liu Assistant Professor
Dr. Junhong (Emma) Wang Professor
Dr. Saeed Zal Assistant Professor MBA
Dr. Benjamin (Adam) Abugri Director of STEM MBA and Professor Lydia Vega Secretary
Carnegie R2 Research Designation
Southern Connecticut State University is now an R2 university, the first in Connecticut, recognized for high research activity and student research opportunities.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FACULTY WHO HAVE EARNED PROMOTION AND TENURE!
Robert A. Smith, JD/MBA (Promoted to Professor)
Chung, Ph.D. (Promotion to Associate Professor and Awarded Tenure)
Kauther S. Badr, JD/MBA (Promoted to Professor)
Kim, Ph.D. (Promoted to Professor)
Minjae Lee, Ph.D. (Promoted to Associate Professor and Awarded Tenure)
Ding, Ph.D. (Promoted to Associate Professor and Awarded Tenure)
Birasnav Muthuraj, Ph.D. (Awarded Tenure)
(Promoted to Professor and Awarded Tenure)
Wieland, Ph.D. (Promoted to Professor and Awarded Tenure)
Career Credentialing
Facilitated the development and rollout of four categories of micro-credentials to enhance students’ academic, professional, and leadership competencies:
1. Mini-MBA
Courses included: Economics Across the World; Strategies for Financial Sustainability; Managing Change; Understanding U.S. Policy; Analytics for Managerial Decision-Making; and “I”-Branding in a Social Media-Driven Ecosystem.
2. Academic Skills & Competencies for Adult Learners
Courses included: Change Management in a Rapidly Evolving World; Strategies for Global Market Entry; Applied Machine Learning for Business; Stakeholder and Community Engagement in Energy and Utilities; Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management; and Agile Leadership in Uncertain Times.
3. Corporate & Executive Training
Certifications offered: FINRA Series 6 and Bloomberg Market Concepts Certification.
4. Life and Career Enhancement Skills
Programs included: Life Design Explorer, Navigator, and Specialist; She Leads; Rising Leader; Self-Assessment and Readiness; and Professional Enrichment Platform Track Completion.
Alice
Hanyong
Younjun
Emma Wang, Ph.D. (Promoted to Full Professor)
Atul Kulkarni, Ph.D.
Bill
FACULTY SCHOLARLY ACTIVITY
Ahn, J. S., Kim, Y., Yoon, T., Gil, J., & Kim, J. H. (2024). The Future of the GameStop Shop. Journal of Business Cases and Applications, Vol. 45, 8. https://www.aabri.com/manuscripts/243844.pdf
Yang, C. (2025). Bridging indigenous art and sustainability: Transformative museum learning in management education. Humanistic Management Journal. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41463-025-00210-5
Yang, C., Ivanova, E. A., & Ivanova, M. (2025). Museum experiences as innovative pedagogy in contemplative management education for sustainability. In Academy of Management Proceedings (Vol. 2025, No. 1, p. 13031). Valhalla, NY 10595: Academy of Management.
Yang, C. (2024). Towards an integrated understanding of art, spirituality, and well-being. Journal of Management, Spirituality & Religion. 21(3), 351-368.
Fuller, C., Simmering, M., Waterwall, B., Ragland, E., Twitchell, D., Wall, A. (2025). The Impact of Attentiveness Interventions on Survey Data, Educational and Psychological Measurement, 0(0). https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/0013164424 1311851
Leonard, S., Simmering, M., Wall, A. (2024). A Metacognitive Approach to Understanding What Marker Variables Measure, Current Psychology, (43), 31222–31240. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12144-02406640-y
Toskin, K., & Jocic, M. (2025). Emergent Technologies Production in the US: Exploratory Analysis of Motivations and Adverse Factors. Journal of Information Systems Applied Research and Analytics, 18(2), 64–73. https://jisara.org/2025-18/n2/JISARAv18n2p64.html
Pisano, M., Flynn, A., Tischer, B., Mandujano, J. (2024) An Analysis of Methodologies for the Prevention and Mitigation of Cheating in Online Gaming Using Artificial Intelligence and its Ethical Impact. Conference Proceedings Information Systems & Computing Academic Professionals. ISSN#: 2473-3857
Engel, R., & Lyons, B. (2025). Valuation considerations of stock-based compensation: A case study of semiconductor firms. Journal of Accounting and Finance, 25(1), 16–27.
Ahn, J. H., & Chung, H. (2025). Product market competition and disclosure deficiencies in different mandatory filing types: Evidence from SEC comment letters. Research in International Business and Finance, 73(Part A), 102611.
Kim, J. B., & Chung, H. (2024). Product market competition and audit fees: New evidence. Managerial Auditing Journal, 39(6), 648–667.
(2025) Samual Andoh and Emily D’amora, “Green Banking: Prospects and Challenges” Southwestern Journal of Business and Economics, Volume 30, 2025, pp. 42-52 (2024)
Samuel Andoh, James Thorson and Yilma Gebremariam, “Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS): A Regional Integration Analysis”. Journal of Leadership, Accountability and Ethics, Vol. 21(2).
Kim, Y., and E. Thompson. 2024. “Information Technology Adoption and the Growth of Nonemployer Businesses.” Journal of Economics & Management Strategy: 1-16.
Patalinghug, J. C. & Ang, J. (in press). Do trade barriers and financial freedom matter to become a rich country? Journal of Business and Economic Studies.
Patalinghug, J. C. (2025). Some determinants of income inequality in Asia and Latin America. Valahian Journal of Economic Studies, 16(1).
Patalinghug, J. C. (2025). The impact of corruption on military spending in the Asia-Pacific region. Journal of Applied Economic Sciences, 20(2), 232-243.
Patalinghug, J. C. & Ang, J. (2025). Corruption, natural capital and economic development: A dynamic GMM analysis. Review of Economic Analysis, 17(1), 95-114.
Patalinghug, J. C. (2024). Unanticipated money growth and unemployment in the Philippines. .Journal of Applied Economic Sciences, 19(3), 267-276.
“Bilateral environmental aid and trade” Applied Economics, 2024, 56, 836-850. (with Byoung Park, Chang-Ho Yoon and Younjun Kim)
Anjita Singh, Luman Zhao, Jia Yu, “Icebergs to the Surface: Understanding and Prevention of Medical Error”, The ECCSSA Journal, Volume 22, 33-46, August 2025
Luman Zhao, Jia Yu, “Will Social Participation Make Retirees Happier? An Empirical Study about Retirement Life in China”, Journal of Applied Business and Economics, 27(3), April 2025
Melvin Prince, Emma (Junhong) Wang, Jian Sun, Jia Yu, Yao Lu, “Impact of Olympic Sports Media Exposure and Economic Inequality on Chinese Nationalism and Patriotism”, China Media Research, 20 (2), pp. 86+, April 2024
Hong Chen, Jia Yu, Ze Zhang, Yuheng Li, Lijian Qin, Mingshuai Qin, “How Human Capital Prevents Intergenerational Poverty Transmission in Rural China: Evidence Based on the Chinese General Social Survey”, Journal of Rural Studies, 105, 103220, January 2024
Forbus, R., Marchant-Shapiro, T., & Singh, A. S. (2024). One of these ads is not like the other: Viewer inability to differentiate issue ads from candidate ads. The International Journal of Interdisciplinary Civic and Political Studies, 19(2), 53–69. https://doi.org/10.18848/2327-0071/CGP/v19i02/5369
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