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From Marriage to Economics: Melissa Kearney Unravels ‘The Two-Parent Privilege’

Lisa Collins2023-11-27T15:40:16-07:00November 27th, 2023|

In a thought-provoking event hosted by the Marriner S. Eccles Institute for Economics and Quantitative Analysis, economist and author Melissa Kearney delved into the profound advantages children gain from having two married parents. The event centered around Kearney's insightful book, "The Two-Parent Privilege: How Americans Stopped Getting Married and Started Falling Behind," where she skillfully presents a data-driven case for the economic benefits [...]

First Ascent Scholars share gratitude in community

Lisa Collins2024-01-05T16:32:01-07:00November 25th, 2023|

First Ascent Scholars recently came together for their Annual Fall Harvest celebration. This annual event features a focus on gratitude. Students and mentors took this time to reconnect over a traditional Congolese dinner. "It is so enjoyable to come together as a family to celebrate each other and find community in sharing gratitude activities to remind us of what is important," remarked junior [...]

Innovating the Future: Recap of the Annual Domo-Layton Construction Data Analytics Hackathon

Kim Mellin2023-12-01T19:43:43-07:00November 21st, 2023|

Imagine a place where the brightest minds converge for 48 hours, fueled by creativity, caffeine, and a drive to innovate. This is not a scene from the latest tech thriller but the reality at the David Eccles School of Business during our annual Domo-Layton Hackathon from 11/9-11/11/2023. The Information Systems Program at the David Eccles School of Business has long been a melting [...]

Eccles celebrates first-gen students!

Kim Mellin2023-11-27T12:40:49-07:00November 20th, 2023|

We celebrate National First-Generation College Celebration Dayannually on Nov. 8 to commemorate the signing of the Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965 by then-President Lyndon B. Johnson. Currently, around 25% ofthe University of Utah's student body identifies as first-generation college students, and we were thrilled to recognize and appreciate these students here at Eccles. This year, we hosted two events: First-Gen Brag Board and [...]

Eccles community gathers to celebrate the impact of scholarships

Lisa Collins2023-11-17T15:04:14-07:00November 17th, 2023|

Every fall, the David Eccles School of Business brings together donors and scholarship recipients to celebrate the tremendous impact of scholarships. This year, we were pleased to celebrate the $18 million in scholarship money awarded to more than 2,000 students at the Eccles School. This year’s Scholarship Celebration also recognized two distinguished donors, Jack and Melanie Elizondo, and the Pugh Family Foundation. The Elizondos [...]

School of Accounting Faculty Publishes New Research

Micquelle Corry2023-11-14T15:17:19-07:00November 14th, 2023|

School of Accounting Faculty Publishes New Research Atif Ellahie, Associate Professor in the School of Accounting, recently had a paper accepted for publication in Management Science, a leading academic journal. The paper titled “Measuring the Quality of Mergers and Acquisitions” is co-authored with Shenje Hshieh at City University of Hong Kong and Feng Zhang at Southern Methodist University and develops a novel accounting-based measure [...]

University of Utah Team Named Regional Winner of Deloitte FanTAXtic Tax Case Competition

Micquelle Corry2023-11-13T11:54:56-07:00November 13th, 2023|

University of Utah’s team of five students was named as one of nine regional winners of Deloitte FanTAXtic, Deloitte’s student Tax Case Study Competition. More than 60 teams representing more than 40 colleges and universities participated in the regional event from October 26 - 27, held at Deloitte offices across the U.S. The team from the University of Utah demonstrated the ability to work [...]

Opportunity Scholars explore Kuleana at annual leadership retreat

Lisa Collins2023-11-07T10:56:37-07:00November 7th, 2023|

Opportunity Scholars recently held its annual leadership retreat in Park City, UT. This year's theme centered around Kuleana, a Hawaiian value that translates to responsibility and privilege, and how reciprocity is key to successfully leading others. This focus on integrity in action is core to the Opportunity Scholars program, and the leadership retreat allows time for reflection, community, and building the leadership skills [...]

Media Coverage of School of Accounting Faculty Research

Micquelle Corry2023-11-10T08:08:43-07:00November 6th, 2023|

On October 19, 2023, The Economist, a leading weekly newspaper, published an article about the role of luck in career success. The article highlighted a recent paper written by Atif Ellahie, Associate Professor at the School of Accounting, with co-authors Martina Andreani and Lakshmanan Shivakumar. In their paper, Professor Ellahie and his co-authors examine the nonrecurring effects of the US Tax Cuts and Jobs [...]

Empowering Women in Tech: Eccles Adobe Social Impact Challenge

Lisa Collins2023-11-30T14:04:03-07:00November 6th, 2023|

The Eccles Adobe Social Impact Challenge brought together students from the University of Utah to draw on their creativity, digital skills, and entrepreneurial spirit in support of a worthy cause. The Information Systems program at the Eccles School partnered with Adobe and Tech-Moms to host a competition where student teams created a website to promote Tech-Moms’ mission. Tech-Moms is a non-profit organization focused [...]

It’s Fall Y’all! Fun Fall Activities in Utah

Lisa Collins2023-10-26T12:53:45-06:00October 26th, 2023|

With the weather cooling off and the leaves changing colors, fall is in the air. Even if you see fall as just another season standing between you and skiing, here are five ways to make the most of it! Apple Picking What screams fall more than picking some apples and having some cider? November is the perfect time to go on an apple [...]

New Episode of A…Count Me In Podcast Available Now

Micquelle Corry2023-10-24T18:10:47-06:00October 24th, 2023|

Don't miss the latest episode of the School of Accounting's A...Count Me In podcast with host, Brian Cadman, School of Accounting Chair. In this episode, Cadman speaks with Justin Martinez (EMBA'17) who serves as the U.S. Marshal for the District of Utah. Martinez who was formerly Sheriff of Summit County shares how his master's degree helped him forge a successful career in law enforcement. [...]

Executive MBA Program ranks Top 3 in the West & Top 10 among public schools in the U.S.

Lisa Collins2023-10-19T12:55:13-06:00October 16th, 2023|

Ranking marks ninth consecutive year the Eccles EMBA is Top 25 by Financial Times The Executive MBA program at the David Eccles School of Business at the University of Utah is again ranked among the world’s best according to this year’s rankings by the Financial Times. The program ranked No. 3 in the West, No. 20 nationally, and No. 79 globally (up from [...]

School of Accounting Earns Impressive Rankings

Micquelle Corry2023-10-09T12:48:05-06:00October 6th, 2023|

According to the UTD Top 100 Business School Research Rankings, the Eccles School of Accounting places significantly in the Rankings by Journal category, which bases rankings on knowledge creation. When searching for rankings based on the three most prominent accounting journals, The Accounting Review, the Journal of Accounting and Economics and the Journal of Accounting Research, the Eccles School of Accounting has ranked well [...]

School of Accounting Rejoins Accounting Honor Society, Beta Alpha Psi

Micquelle Corry2023-10-06T16:32:05-06:00October 6th, 2023|

School of Accounting students now can affiliate with Beta Alpha Psi, an honor organization for finance, accounting, and information systems dedicated to guiding students towards professional conduct, strong ethics, and confidence. The objective is to encourage scholastic and professional excellence. Students meet and network with professionals in weekly meetings and events. Additionally, Beta Alpha Psi offers community outreach projects and other opportunities for students [...]

School of Accounting Announces the Creation of an Endowed Scholarship in the Name of Dr. Robert Allen

Micquelle Corry2023-10-06T16:14:00-06:00October 6th, 2023|

Brian Cadman, Chair of the School of Accounting, announces the creation of the Dr. Bob Allen Endowed Scholarship. For more than 30 years, Dr. Robert D. Allen, a dedicated pillar of the School of Accounting at the David Eccles School of Business, has been a guiding light for both students and colleagues. His influence has been profound, shaping lives and fostering a vibrant academic [...]

Opportunity Scholars launches their 2023-24 mentorship program

Lisa Collins2023-10-06T15:03:57-06:00October 6th, 2023|

The Opportunity Scholars program at the David Eccles School of Business recognizes the crucial role that professional mentors play in the success of Eccles students. As such, they've developed a unique annual mentoring program that partners industry leaders with students. These mentors offer real-world perspectives, helping students navigate the complexities of the business world, make informed career choices, and develop essential skills. Earlier [...]

Earning my IS minor abroad in Korea and Japan

Kim Mellin2023-10-17T11:43:21-06:00October 3rd, 2023|

When the opportunity to undertake the Information Systems (IS) minor study abroad in Asia presented itself, little did I know the profound impact it would have on me, both personally and professionally. The three-month journey split equally between Korea and Japan, was filled with lessons that transcended textbook knowledge and instead rooted themselves deep into my experiences and interactions. Academic Deep Dive: The [...]

First Ascent Scholars bond on the river

Lisa Collins2023-09-28T12:48:41-06:00September 28th, 2023|

Earlier in the semester, first-year First Ascent Scholars program students took a rafting trip to the Gates of Lodore in Dinosaur, Colorado. They spent three days and two nights camping and floating down the Green River. While on the river, students were engaged in team building, connecting with their fellow First Ascent Scholars, and gaining insights into the principles of BUS 3800. BUS [...]

Did Someone Say BBQ? 2023 Annual First-Ascent Scholars Family Event

Lisa Collins2023-09-28T13:41:46-06:00September 28th, 2023|

Earlier this month First Ascent grilled out with friends and family at Sugarhouse Park to celebrate the annual First Ascent Family BBQ. This fun community event provided a great opportunity for the First Ascent family to socialize, play games, and eat delicious food from food trucks namely Food Almighty and Aunty’s Hawaiian Kitchen. The family BBQ is an event designed for First Ascent [...]

It’s Internship Application Season!

Lisa Collins2023-09-28T11:40:48-06:00September 28th, 2023|

It's that exciting time of year when the Spencer Fox Eccles Business Building is covered with signs announcing summer internships and application details. As you stroll through the lobby, you may even spot companies enticing you with free food in exchange for insights into your summer plans. Yes, you guessed it – it's officially Internship Application Season! 'Tis the season for opportunity and [...]

Eccles students build Salesforce Chatbots at 2023 Ideathon

Lisa Collins2023-09-21T17:03:29-06:00September 21st, 2023|

The annual 2023 Eccles Salesforce Ideathon showcased Eccles students' excitement, knowledge, and passion for technology and problem-solving. More than fifty undergraduate students across twenty-one teams competed for cash prizes and gifts. Hosted by the Information Systems major at the Eccles School, this case competition asked teams to design and build Salesforce Chatbots to solve a real-world business problem and then present their solutions [...]

Brandless CEO, Cydni Tetro, speaks at 33rd Annual Spencer Fox Eccles Convocation

Kim Mellin2023-09-19T20:14:23-06:00September 18th, 2023|

The David Eccles School of Business recently hosted the 33rd Annual Spencer Fox Eccles Convocation, with keynote speaker and tech trailblazer, Cydni Tetro. Tetro is CEO of Brandless, a consumer products platform with “better-for-you” consumer products and brands that help people and the planet live healthier. Previously, Tetro was the CEO of ForgeDX, a customer acceleration platform used by companies like Verizon, Adobe, Microsoft , [...]

Opportunity Scholars Get Creative!

Lisa Collins2023-09-12T11:35:35-06:00September 12th, 2023|

Students in the Opportunity Scholars program recently gave back to the local community by participating in the 15th Annual Craft Lake DIY Festival. This annual event featured more than 350 local artisans, vintage vendors, foodies, youth entrepreneurs, performers, and STEM exhibitors who attended and worked the festival. Students assisted artisans in setup and served as event coordinators. With this being their largest festival [...]

Innovative solutions wanted amidst rapidly rising housing costs

Kim Mellin2023-09-11T13:03:18-06:00September 8th, 2023|

Ivory Innovations is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. The prize seeks to elevate ambitious, feasible and scalable solutions to the challenges facing the U.S. housing industry, with the goal of making housing both affordable and accessible for all Americans. Any organization or entity that is actively engaged in the pursuit of this mission, including [...]