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Gardner Institute honors community leaders with “Informed Decision Maker of the Year” Award

Kim Mellin2024-04-18T20:03:08-06:00April 18th, 2024|

The award recognizes individuals and entities that work to help the community prosper. April 16, 2024 (Salt Lake City) - Each year, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute recognizes individuals and entities that work, often behind the scenes and with little fanfare, to help our community prosper. We call them “Informed Decision Makers” and select them based on criteria consistent with the Institute’s committable [...]

5 Study Tips for a Successful Finals Season

Haylie Heale2024-04-18T17:05:10-06:00April 18th, 2024|

Summer is right around the corner, which means finals are even sooner. Don't let your semester end on a bad note; use these helpful study tips to end this school year relieved and relaxed. Finals week officially starts on April 25, and you can find general exam dates here, but always double-check with your professors. Take a deep breath and follow these five [...]

The Utah Real Estate Challenge wraps up for 2024 – first-place winners take home $20,000 prize

Micquelle Corry2024-04-16T14:13:20-06:00April 15th, 2024|

Three teams presented real estate development proposals for the ballpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City at a luncheon on Thursday, April 11 at The Grand America Hotel. The teams were the finalists in the annual Utah Real Estate Challenge (UREC), which is supported each year by the Ivory-Boyer Real Estate Center and the David Eccles School of Business Master of Real Estate Development program. [...]

Pixels to Possibilities: Inside the Generative AI Hackathon

Kim Mellin2024-04-11T21:59:38-06:00April 11th, 2024|

In the fast-paced world of technology and business, innovation isn't just a buzzword — it's a way of life. On March 23, 2024, the Information Systems department at the David Eccles School of Business hosted an event that epitomized this spirit of innovation: the Generative AI (ChatGPT) Hackathon. As the world witnessed an unprecedented surge in the adoption of ChatGPT, with over 100 [...]

David Eccles School of Business MBA Programs Rise in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

Lisa Collins2024-04-09T10:41:33-06:00April 9th, 2024|

MBA programs at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business maintained an upward trajectory in the U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Business Schools rankings, which were released this week. The Eccles School’s Full-Time MBA was ranked No. 38 overall, improving 10 spots from the 2023 rankings. It was also ranked No. 15 among public schools (up eight spots), and No. [...]

Baloo (and Assistant Professor of Accounting Sara Malik) Featured in @THEU

Micquelle Corry2024-04-04T15:48:37-06:00April 4th, 2024|

In the April 01, 2024 issue of @THEU, Professor Malik's service dog was featured in the Humans of the U section--retitled as Animals at the U for this special story. Nearly everyone that hangs out at the David Eccles School of Business buildings knows Baloo! He is a constant companion of Professor of Accounting Sara Malik. To read more about Baloo, click HERE. And [...]

MHA Student and Team Take First Place for Research Project at EHDI

Micquelle Corry2024-03-29T20:09:33-06:00March 29th, 2024|

Samantha Christensen (far right in photo) and her team (all students in audiology, special education, and healthcare administration programs) took the first-place prize in the research competition at the annual Early Hearing Detection and Intervention (EHDI) conference. The team worked for over a year on the project, which evaluates the effectiveness of the MED-EL LittleEARS auditory questionnaire, and categorizes the skills for easier digestion [...]

5 Fun Summer Activities to do in Utah

Haylie Heale2024-03-29T10:11:05-06:00March 29th, 2024|

Queue that High School Musical song “Summer, Summer, Summer” because it is almost time to close those laptops and open up those beach towels. The last day of finals this year is May 1, and after that, it is summer break! If you are staying in Utah for the summer, whether that be for classes, jobs, or because you are from here, here [...]

Unleashing the Power of Data: Recap of the 2024 Game Day Analytics Challenge

Kim Mellin2024-03-26T09:49:06-06:00March 25th, 2024|

In the fast-paced world of marketing, understanding consumer behavior is key to crafting impactful advertising strategies. With the rise of social media, brands now have access to an unprecedented wealth of data to gauge the effectiveness of their campaigns. Leveraging this data to its fullest potential was at the heart of the 2024 Game Day Analytics Challenge, hosted by the Information Systems department [...]

Opportunity Scholars take the classroom to the Aloha state

Lisa Collins2024-03-25T18:07:38-06:00March 25th, 2024|

During Spring Break, the Opportunity Scholars Program took students from the Tourism and Hospitality class to the Aloha State. They were immersed in Oahu's tourism culture through company visits and a service project at the He'eia Fishponds. "My journey in Hawaii was an invaluable addition to my academic trajectory, seamlessly blending classroom knowledge with real-life experiences that have profoundly shaped my learning journey. From [...]

Kurt Dirks named dean of the David Eccles School of Business

Lisa Collins2024-03-18T16:21:37-06:00March 18th, 2024|

University of Utah Provost Mitzi M. Montoya announced that Kurt Dirks has accepted an offer to serve as dean of the David Eccles School of Business. Dirks is the Bank of America Professor of Managerial Leadership and director of the Bauer Leadership Center at Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis (WashU). He will begin his new role on July 1, [...]

Student Team from the Eccles School’s Master of Healthcare Administration Program Takes Second Place in UAB Case Competition 

Micquelle Corry2024-03-20T14:56:19-06:00March 12th, 2024|

The case competition team of three second-year Master of Healthcare Administration students from the David Eccles School of Business recently placed second of 41 teams in the 18th annual University of Alabama Birmingham Health Administration Case Competition. Under the team name Highway to Health, Samantha Christensen, Sabrina Franks, and Miquelle Leslie-Cheng, and their faculty advisor, Larry Hancock, are proud to have matched the record for [...]

Women in Healthcare Luncheon – Breaking Down Barriers to Healthcare

Micquelle Corry2024-03-08T14:05:09-07:00March 5th, 2024|

In February, the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program hosted its annual Women in Healthcare Luncheon. Each year, the MHA program invites a slate of impressive panelists to lead a discussion about important issues related to women in healthcare. This year was no exception, with panelists exploring the topic, "Breaking Down Barriers to Healthcare." Panelists included: Dr. Jessica Jones, MD, MSPH, Associate Professor, Division [...]

Master of Science in Finance and Master of Science in Business Analytics Programs Achieve Impressive Rankings

Micquelle Corry2024-03-01T17:31:35-07:00March 1st, 2024|

Two graduate programs at the David Eccles School of Business have risen to the top 10 and top 5 of rankings in their respective categories. According to the annual rankings published by TFE Times, the Master of Science in Finance program is ranked #9 in the nation, moving up one spot from #10 last year, while the Master of Science in Business Analytics program came in at #5, up [...]

A Guide to Finding Study Resources Around Campus

Haylie Heale2024-02-28T17:10:26-07:00February 28th, 2024|

Right around the corner is spring break and unfortunately you know what that means... midterms. However, let this semester be different and leave the fear behind with the help of the University of Utah's numerous free study resources on campus. The David Eccles Business School has the Business Tutoring Center for business specific classes, and the university in general offers resources from the [...]

Ever considered joining a case competition?

Kim Mellin2024-03-21T14:06:26-06:00February 7th, 2024|

Whatever your major, career coaches encourage you to take the plunge. You will gain unique experience that develops your skills, connects you to experienced mentors, and allows you to collaborate closely with fellow students. It is a fantastic addition to your resume, and—who knows? —you may walk away with a win! During fall semester 2023, the Leavitt Business Consulting Case Competition brought together students [...]

3 Free Financial Wellness Resources on Campus

Haylie Heale2024-02-01T20:55:43-07:00February 1st, 2024|

In honor of tax season and the start of the new semester, take advantage of the free resources that the U has to offer when it comes to financial wellness. Scholarships The University of Utah provides departmental, university-wide, and private scholarships. The application for 2024-25 Eccles scholarships is open until March 18. Find more information and apply here. The general application requires a personal [...]

MAcc Program Alumna Drafted by the Washington Spirit, National Women’s League Soccer Team

Micquelle Corry2024-02-06T12:09:13-07:00January 22nd, 2024|

Courtney Talbot may have graduated in the fall of 2023 with a master's degree in accounting (MAcc), but her accounting career is taking a slight detour. Talbot was drafted on Jan. 12, 2024, by the National Women's Soccer League team, the Washington Spirit (Washington, DC). Courtney is a Utah native hailing from West Haven and the first Ute to be selected in the NWSL [...]

Paper by Eccles School Accounting Professor Ed Owens Accepted for Publication

Micquelle Corry2024-01-17T13:30:40-07:00January 17th, 2024|

The Review of Accounting Studies journal has accepted a paper coauthored by Eccles School Professor of Accounting Ed Owens. The paper, titled "Accrual Duration," was coauthored by Ilia Dichev an accounting professor from Emory University. According to professor Owens, accounting researchers frequently study issues that require measurement of how well a firm’s reported accounting numbers reflect the actual economic activity of the firm (i.e., [...]

First Ascent celebrates the end of Fall Semester

Lisa Collins2024-01-05T15:40:47-07:00December 28th, 2023|

First Ascent Scholars recently held their 2023 Winter Celebration. Students, board members, and mentors all came together to celebrate a successful end to Fall Semester. The evening featured Secret Santa and an ugly sweater/pajamas contest. Always a fun event, this year brought the community together to recharge after a challenging semester. "I really enjoyed getting the chance to do more research on my [...]

Starbucks to Skynet: Demystifying AI with Professor Chong Oh

Lisa Collins2023-12-22T11:38:01-07:00December 22nd, 2023|

Recently, Business Scholars gathered to attend a lecture by Chong Oh, Professor and Director of Undergraduate Information Systems at the David Eccles School of Business. The topic? Artificial Intelligence for Business. Professor Oh provided an insightful overview of artificial intelligence (AI), covering its history, breakdown, and various applications. He also delved into the distinctions between AI, machine learning, and deep learning, offering explanations [...]

Top 5 places to eat around the business school

Lisa Collins2023-12-19T12:22:24-07:00December 19th, 2023|

Looking for a snack between classes? Maybe you need a little pick me up between your BCOR block or ran out of time at home and didn’t get a chance to make your coffee. Here is a list of my top 5 places to grab a bite to eat or a coffee within a 5-minute walk of Spencer Fox Eccles Business Building. Cafe [...]

Opportunity Scholars celebrate 2023 Fall graduates

Lisa Collins2023-12-12T15:31:27-07:00December 12th, 2023|

Earlier this month, the Opportunity Scholars Program at the David Eccles School of Business honored their Fall 2023 graduates with a Luau celebration. This much-anticipated event each semester brings together students, friends, families, and donors to recognize the incredible accomplishments of graduates. After receiving a certificate, graduation stole, and gift (a Cotopaxi bag), students spoke of their journey and gratitude to all those [...]

Therapy Dog Thursday

Kim Mellin2024-01-31T19:57:55-07:00December 10th, 2023|

This past semester, BSG hosted Destress Fest week for students as a way to take a break and relax from the strain of finals week. Destress Fest officially kicked off on December 5th with Therapy Dog Tuesday. In collaboration with Opportunity Scholars and First Ascent programs, students were able to visit Business Career Success (BCS) and unwind with therapy dogs from Utah Pet [...]

Olympic Medalist, Derek Parra speaks at Opportunity Scholars Gratitude Luncheon

Lisa Collins2023-12-05T11:55:01-07:00December 5th, 2023|

Students, staff, faculty, and mentors came together last month for the Opportunity Scholars Gratitude Luncheon. This annual event focuses on personal and professional growth, inspiring renewed vigor for scholars to pursue their dreams. Guest speaker and Olympic medalist Derek Parra discussed his journey as the first US Hispanic male to win a medal or gold medal at the Winter Olympics, sharing his five-step recipe [...]