Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business News, The Exchange Newsletter
News & Announcements
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Michael Howley named the trading room director at the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business
The Department of Finance recently welcomed Michael Howley as the new Melvin and Dollie Younts Trading Room director. In this role, Howley will oversee the trading room's activities and help students gain practical experience in finance and trading in an environment designed to replicate real-world markets.
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Research
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Erica Walker appointed Harry M. Lightsey Visiting Scholar
Erica Walker, associate professor of graphic communications, has extensive experience in and a passion for historical photographic processes, color management for print and video and the intersection of print and art. So, when the unique opportunity arose to become a Harry M. Lightsey Visiting Scholar, she immediately acted.
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The Fourth Industrial Revolution: Reshaping organizational strategies and success
Zeki Simsek's research demonstrates that we are experiencing a socio-technological transformation that blends the physical, digital and biological systems, which some experts call The Fourth Industrial Revolution.
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Sales faculty research collaborations with industry partners
At the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, the sales faculty is redefining how academia and industry can collaborate to solve real-world challenges. By working closely with industry partners, they're driving research that doesn't just add to the academic field but also creates actionable insights that impact how businesses operate.
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Calculators and tax forms
What’s the 'standard deduction'? An accounting expert explains how it simplifies tax filing and saves most Americans money
Ryan Polk, assistant professor of accountancy, explains that while filing your taxes can be daunting, understanding your options for reducing your taxable income can help make it easier and save you money.
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Highlighting our students
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Noara Razzak, economics Ph.D. student, researches the impact of bank closures
What happens to a community when its local bank closes? Noara Razzak, an economics Ph.D. student at the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business, is working to investigate the effects of these closures and what they mean for the future of community banking.
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CU Insights students explore the marketing research industry in Atlanta
CU Insights, a marketing research and insights club, recently visited Atlanta on an industry trip to experience market research in a real-world setting. While there, they visited SKIM, Coca-Cola and Chick-fil-A.
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In case you missed it
Clemson Military Appreciation Week
Clemson celebrates Military Appreciation Week
As Clemson celebrates week-long events leading up to Military Appreciation Day, find out what events you can still participate in and get details about Saturday's Military Appreciation Day game.
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Alumni
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Clemson business alumna celebrates positive, local news through 6AM City
In today's digital age, when people scroll on social media for hours, often seeing negative news and content, there needs to be a space for positivity. Ryan Johnston '03 saw a need for this and launched a company that would share positive, local news with his company 6AM City.
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In the Headlines
Department of Marketing Post Doctoral Research Fellow Yuanyuan (Gina) Cui, Ph.D., explains how to choose the best credit cards in WalletHub.
The Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business reported the highest 5-year startup average of full-time MBAs to report launching a business within three months of graduation for the second straight year at 29.6%, according to Poets & Quants.
Travis Box, assistant professor of finance, talks about teaching finance to MBA students while also offering them a forward-looking perspective in Upstate Business Journal.
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Why #ClemsonPowersBusiness? See why Connor Freedman chose the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn to keep up with what's happening at the College!
Events
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Master of Science in Marketing info sessions
Join us online via Zoom on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, 2-2:30 p.m. to meet with our admissions team, ask questions and learn more about the M.S. program at Clemson University. The event is free, but RSVP is recommended as space is limited!
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Fall 2024 Commencement Ceremonies
The Doctoral Commencement will be held on Dec. 18, 2024, at 3 p.m. in Littlejohn Coliseum. The December master's and bachelor's ceremonies will be held for all colleges on Dec. 19, 2024, at 9 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 6 p.m. in Littlejohn Coliseum, including live stream.
Commencement Details
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