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Punyatoya Awarded University Sales Center Alliance Research Grant

Jan 31 2023 9:00 AM

Plavini Punyatoya, a marketing Ph.D. student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, recently became the second Ph.D. student ever to receive a research grant from the University Sales Center Alliance (USCA). Punyatoya’s proposal, “Effective Time Management In Sales: When An Hour Is More Than Sixty Minutes,” earned the award for her ingenuity and exploration of the time management aspect of sales. » Full Article

Ph.D. Program Prepares Mbaraonye to Lead as Faculty

Oct 6 2022 9:00 AM

Izu Mbaraonye, Ph.D. student in management, hoped to satisfy his own curiosities about management practices within companies by pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business. Now in his fifth year and in the job market, Mbaraonye feels more prepared than ever to serve in a faculty role thanks to the mentorship and research opportunities he received at Nebraska. » Full Article

Nebraska to Grant 119 Business Degrees, Aug. 13

Aug 12 2022 9:00 AM

More than 100 business students receive their degrees at a combined summer graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremony at 9 a.m., Saturday, August 13 in Pinnacle Bank Arena. These graduates represent nine majors and three graduate programs within the college and hail from 23 states and five countries. » Full Article

Achievements for June 2022

Jun 3 2022 9:00 AM

Learn more about recent honors, appointments and publications at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business in this month's achievements column. The achievements of faculty, staff and students are grouped within the college’s three mission-focused goals of research + discovery, learning + transformation and connection + engagement. » Full Article

Nearly 120 Virtual Graduates Return to Cross Stage at Commencement

Aug 13 2021 9:00 AM

Huskers who graduated virtually from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln during the COVID-19 pandemic were invited back to Lincoln this summer to cross the Pinnacle Bank Arena stage with August graduates. The in-person commencement events for business graduates include a doctoral and master’s ceremony held August 13 at 3 p.m. and an undergraduate ceremony on August 14 at 7:30 a.m. » Full Article

Hanna Earns Third Degree from Nebraska Business

Apr 29 2021 9:00 AM

Commonly seen adorning a Dave Matthews Band hat on top of his long grey hair, Andrew Hanna, ’09 & ’16, never pretended to be anything other than himself while attending the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business. Whether doing research, teaching or graduating with a Ph.D. in management, Hanna accomplishes it the only way he knows how – by just being Andrew. » Full Article

Nebraska Business Retains Prestigious AACSB Accreditation

Apr 7 2021 6:00 PM

The College of Business at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln earned reaccreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for an additional five-year period. One of the 17 AACSB charter members in 1916, Nebraska builds upon its more than 100-year history as a leading business school with this reaccreditation. Only 5% of all business schools globally receive the designation, a worldwide marker of quality in business education. » Full Article

Honorees Recognized for Research, Teaching and Service

Apr 23 2019 9:00 AM

The College of Business at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln recognized several faculty and staff members for their dedication to furthering research and developing future business leaders. They received honors at the 2019 Awards and Retirement Reception Friday, April 19, in Howard L. Hawks Hall. » Full Article

One-on-One Mentoring Leads to Inclusive Marketing Research

Apr 2 2019 9:00 AM

Abby Nappier Cherup's vision to design and conduct marketing research with real implications for bringing inclusivity to the marketplace drove her to find a Ph.D. program that would allow her to flourish and create change in public policy. Although Nebraska did not initially appear on her radar when considering programs, things began to change when she talked with Dr. Robert Harrison, '09, associate professor of marketing at Western Michigan University. » Full Article

Faculty and Staff Awards Promote Accomplishments

Apr 23 2018 11:00 AM

Faculty and staff from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business received recognition at the 2018 Faculty and Staff Awards Reception at Howard L. Hawks Hall on April 20. Dr. Kathy Farrell, James Jr. and Susan Stuart Endowed Dean of the College of Business, presented recipients with the annual awards which demonstrate the accomplishments and impact made by members of the college. » Full Article

Matthews Represents Nebraska at Mittelstaedt Symposium

Apr 6 2018 9:00 AM

Lynn Matthews, a fifth-year doctoral student, at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business Department of Marketing kicked off the 27th annual Robert Mittelstaedt Doctoral Symposium with her presentation on human branding. Her paper, “Perceived Authenticity in Credence and Experience Services,” helped highlight the symposium by bringing to the forefront a burgeoning topic in the world of marketing. » Full Article

Sen Named ISBM Fellow, Dissertation Awarded

Mar 13 2018 9:00 AM

Relationships make up the foundation of modern business transactions. Argha Sen, a fourth-year Ph.D. marketing student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business, formed his graduate research around business relationships, and how they exist in two-sided business-to-business electronic environments. His dissertation on the subject recently won the Institute for the Study of Business Markets (ISBM) Doctoral Support Award Competition. In addition, the ISBM named Sen an ISBM Fellow for his dedication to applying knowledge to marketing problems and opportunities. » Full Article

Nebraska Elevates Farrell to Lead College of Business

Dec 1 2017 2:00 PM

Kathy Farrell, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Business interim dean for nearly a year, has been named permanent dean of the College of Business pending approval by the Board of Regents, on Dec. 1. Executive Vice Chancellor Donde Plowman announced the appointment. » Full Article

Google UK’s Callegaro Presents Role of Surveys in Era of Big Data November 20

Nov 7 2017 5:00 PM

Dr. Mario Callegaro ’02 and ‘07, senior research scientist at Google UK, visits the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Business Monday, November 20 at 4 p.m. to present “The Role of Surveys in the Era of ‘Big Data’”. In his talk, Callegaro discusses the relationship between surveys and big data to help researchers decide what data sources, or combinations of them, are best to serve their research objectives. The presentation takes place in Howard L. Hawks Hall CoB 231. The events is free and open to the public. » Full Article

Faculty Inspiration and Passion Lead Hanna to Earn Ph.D.

Oct 27 2017 3:00 PM

Through a mentorship during his time as an MBA student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Andrew Hanna found a passion for teaching and research. The influence from faculty and a love for people led him to pursue a Ph.D. to make this his life’s work. » Full Article

Students Receive Supportive Feedback at 26th Mittelstaedt Symposium

Apr 11 2017 9:00 AM

The 26th annual Robert Mittelstaedt Doctoral Symposium attracted graduate students and faculty from 23 universities to Lincoln, Nebraska, March 30-April 1. The symposium, hosted by the Department of Marketing at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business Administration, allows Ph.D. students the opportunity to present their research to peers and mentors in a setting which encourages positive critiques to help students improve research methods and findings. » Full Article

Córdova Cazar Receives Travel Grant from UNL

May 18 2016 3:00 PM

Ana Lucía Córdova Cazar, a Ph.D. candidate in the College of Business Administration Survey Research and Methodology Program (SRAM) program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, won a $400 travel grant for her poster presentation at the spring Graduate Research and Creative Activities Poster Session. The UNL Office of Research and Economic Development and Office of Graduate Studies presented the award. » Full Article

Williams to Lead SRAM Program

Apr 28 2016 11:15 AM

Through an ongoing partnership with the Clifton Foundation and Gallup, James Jr. and Susan Stuart Endowed Dean of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business Administration Donde Plowman has appointed Dr. Larry J. Williams as director of the Survey Research and Methodology (SRAM) program, Donald and Shirley Clifton Chair of Survey Science and professor of management.

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Tresl Research Creates New Database on Bribery

Sep 28 2015 3:00 PM

Starting a connection is something Dr. Jiri Tresl, visiting professor of finance, does remarkably well. Whether collaborating with friends to conduct research or combining data sources to reveal new relationships, Tresl discovers new ways to make connections in the world around him. Tresl and coauthor Jan Hanousek met while networking during a conference in 2012 and the two became immediate friends. Working with Anastasiya Shamshur, fellow coauthor and former student of Hanousek’s, the group created an entirely new database, combining extensive financial information with the most accurate information on bribery to currently exist. » Full Article

Ted Paterson Wins Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award

Feb 27 2013 9:00 AM

Ted Paterson, Ph.D. student in the UNL College of Business Administration management department, was awarded the Outstanding Graduate Teaching Award at the Office of Graduate Studies’ Graduate Studies Awards Reception. » Full Article

Jeff Johnson Selected Winner Dissertation Competition

Jan 25 2013 3:30 PM

Jeff Johnson, a Ph.D. marketing student at CBA, was selected as a winner of the 2013 American Marketing Association Sales SIG Dissertation Proposal Competition. He will receive a cash award and will have his fees paid to attend the AMA New Horizons Sales Consortium. » Full Article

Ph.D. Student Jamie Hoelscher Upholds Tradition of Excellence in Accountancy

Oct 21 2011 8:00 AM

Jamie Hoelscher is a third year Ph.D. student at the UNL College of Business Administration School of Accountancy. She continues the tradition of hard working graduate level students that have attended the prestigious School. » Full Article

Shannon Cummins Receives Presidential Graduate Fellowship

Aug 12 2011 9:03 AM

Shannon Cummins was awarded a 2011-12 Presidential Graduate Fellowship by the University of Nebraska. Cummins, who has been recognized for excellence in teaching and research, plans to use the award to assist her ongoing research. » Full Article

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