Cornell SC Johnson BusinessFeed: News, Articles & Voices
The main publishing hub for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and its three schools–the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.
Research With Impact
Persistent questioning of knowledge takes a toll
April 19, 2024Dyson Assistant Professor Laura Niemi's research shows regular exposure to even subtle prejudice and discrimination degrades physical and mental health.
Worker mobility can impact adoption of new technology
March 27, 2024The research team found that increased worker mobility can negatively impact a business’s ability to adopt new technology such as artificial intelligence.
Promoting Thank-you Gifts Can Boost Charitable Donations
March 20, 2024For some charitable donors, the extra incentive of a gift is an important lever for opening pocketbooks SC Johnson College of Business research finds.
Many Firms Prefer Ready-made AI Software, with a Few Tweaks
March 20, 2024Many firms are opting for ready-made AI technology that can be tailored to a firm’s specific needs finds research coauthored by Dyson’s Chris Forman.
To Vape or Not to Vape: When an E-Cigarette Tax Has an Impact
March 18, 2024The Johnson School research suggests that taxation could have an impact on reducing vaping among young people.
Stand By Your Group: Loyalty Can Blur Ethics Line
March 12, 2024Loyalty to a group vs. an individual was more effective in eliciting followers’ compliance with unethical requests, research by Angus Hildreth found.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Community Conversations Offer Safe Space For Exchanging Ideas
April 24, 2024The “Food for Thought Series,” a program launched in the fall of 2023, is intended to destigmatize lived experiences and offer the chance to address controversial topics.
Persistent questioning of knowledge takes a toll
April 19, 2024Dyson Assistant Professor Laura Niemi's research shows regular exposure to even subtle prejudice and discrimination degrades physical and mental health.
Artificial Intelligence Could Soon Make Management Decisions
April 15, 2024AI chatbots can help with customer service, financial transactions, and more. Soon business leaders will use AI to make management decisions.
Dyson alumnus Dan Cane ’98 makes it his business to improve lives
March 28, 2024Cane established the Cane Entrepreneurship Scholars program at the Dyson School to provide financial support, mentorship and experiential learning opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Women's History: First female faculty members
March 27, 2024In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we're featuring the first female faculty members at each of our schools here at @SCJohnsonCollege.
Worker mobility can impact adoption of new technology
March 27, 2024The research team found that increased worker mobility can negatively impact a business’s ability to adopt new technology such as artificial intelligence.
Opposing views of regulation emerge at Durland Lecture
March 27, 2024The Durland Lecture focused on the topics of regulation of cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum; environmental social governance disclosure rules; and regulation in general.
Team Pickleball Mania Wins Pitch Competition
March 26, 2024Top honors went to the students working with the alumna-owned Pickleball Mania, offering space in the Ithaca Mall to play the fastest growing racket sport in America.
News & Announcements
AI Opens New Frontiers in Finance
April 16, 2024Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform finance, according to experts at a conference hosted by the SC Johnson College of Business and the University of Oxford.
Johnson School Announces 2024 Alumni Award Winners
April 15, 2024Ann Chow, Barry E. Ridings, and Marques E. Zak will receive awards from the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management at the Big Red Bash.
First-gen students, alumni connect in mentorship program
March 19, 2024The new Accelerator Scholars Program provides first-generation Dyson and Nolan School students with mentorship, networking, knowledge and skills.
Donor’s New Fund to Support Students, Mentoring
February 29, 2024Meng Zhou, M.S. ’92, Ph.D. ’96 established a fund to support doctoral students in applied economics and management.
Centers & Institutes
An Undergraduate’s Journey in Financial Analysis
April 1, 2024Caitlyn Walsh ’24 (CALS) reflects upon her four years at Cornell University studying investment research.
Fostering Future Leaders: AREC and DAIRE's 2023 NYC Career Trek
December 18, 2023Student real estate clubs, AREC and DAIRE, visited New York City on an experiential learning trek with support from Cornell’s Center for Real Estate and Finance (CREF).
Diversity and Inclusion in Real Estate 2023 Fall Career Trek
December 12, 2023The Center for Real Estate and Finance encourages diversity and inclusion in Real Estate by supporting the DAIRE 2023 Fall Career Trek to New York City
Cornell Real Estate Club Visits Industry Leaders in Boston
November 29, 2023Career trek participants networked with real estate professionals, gained company insights , and learned about the Boston real estate market.
Professionals Navigate Rising Economies in Emerging Markets Certificate Program
November 17, 2023Cornell SC Johnson College of Business faculty help professionals navigate rising economies in Emerging Markets certificate program.
FourTips for Student Entrepreneurs from Rob Karp ’19 - Miles Ahead CEO and Entrepreneur in Residence
October 10, 2023Rob Karp ’19 shares life lessons as an entrepreneur with students in an event held by the Air and Sea Hospitality Club at the Pillsbury Institute for Hospitality Entrepreneurship.
A Case Study on Barbados Tourism: Repositioning a Struggling Country Brand
September 20, 2023A case study coauthored by Professor Chekitan Dev centers on the Caribbean Island nation of Barbados’ strategy to increase stay-over tourism.
Robert Gregor Named Executive Director of the Pillsbury Institute
June 27, 2023The Pillsbury Institute engages industry experts and faculty to provide students with experiential learning opportunities.
Community Insights
Park Perspective: A broader definition of leadership
April 22, 2024Ami Parekh, MBA ’25, encourages students to recognize leadership opportunities beyond formal roles.
Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Alex Green MBA '12
February 19, 2024Alex Green, MBA ’12, reflects on his Park Fellowship experience, and how it has shaped how he approaches his career at Apple.
Park Perspectives: Building Trust at the Start of the MBA
January 29, 2024Frank Hager, MBA ’24, encourages students to focus on building trust in their first months at Johnson.
Park Fellows alumni spotlight: Heather Henyon MBA '03
January 7, 2024Heather Henyon, MBA ’03, reflects on her career path into angel investing, and how her Park Fellowship experience shaped her journey along the way.