College of Business News

Too Much, Too Little Noise Turns Off Consumers, Creativity

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

According to published research from Ravi Mehta, professor of business administration, ambient background noise turns out to be an important factor affecting creative cognition among consumers.

Dixon Scandal "A Violation of a Basic Tenet of Internal Controls"

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Frank Nekrasz, lecturer of accountancy, describes an accounting fault that led to the $53 million scandal in Dixon, IL.

The Happy Medium of Tax Collection

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, Jon Davis, professor and head of the department of accountancy, Norma Lauder, director of the ILLINOIS MS Tax Program, Kurt Meier, adjunct lecturer, and Brian Whitlock, adjunct lecturer, each contribute to this story.

Cause Related Marketing

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Now the fastest-growing category of corporate sponsorship spending, cause marketing is a powerful business strategy for both corporations and non-profit organizations.

Finance Dream Team Takes YOUniversity Deal Challenge

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Three talented finance students sign up for the Duff & Phelps YOUniversity Deal Challenge and walk away with much more than a cash prize.

Horse Racing and Videotapes

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, says horse racing is disappearing just like videotapes.

Legacy Launches

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

This year, contributions to the Legacy Senior Class Gift provides seed funding to one or more students or groups who have either young or fully-developed entrepreneurial startup ideas.

Business Council Recognizes Jackson

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Kevin Jackson, associate professor of accountancy, was recognized for his teaching excellence this year by Business Council.

IBC Completes Feasibility Study for Minor League Team (Audio)

Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Business Consulting was hired to conduct a feasibility study, which they completed recently, for the possible start-up of a minor league baseball team in Champaign.

Students Awarded 2011 Elijah Watt Sells

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Tyler Schehl '10 and Ekaterina Saeva '11 MAS each scored above 95.5 out of a possible 99 on the Uniform CPA Examination, a feat achieved by only 37 people. 90,000 took the exam.

Does Cloud Computing Matter?

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

A recent study by Ali Tafti, professor of business administration, shows each dollar spent on IT resulting in greater than a 12 dollar increase in sales. The study is referenced ("recent study") in this story about the pivotal nature of cloud computing.

IT Investment More Rewarding Than R&D

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Ali Tafti, assistant professor of business administration, and colleagues published a paper in the March issue of MIS Quarterly addressing IT profitability. (Original story in German: http://www.cio.de/strategien/2877517/)

Incredible Pension Promises

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, presents an insightful assessment of current pension proposals for State of Illinois employees.

Effects of Hidden Trades

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Mao Ye, professor of finance and co-author a study looking at odd-lots of stocks finds that increasing numbers of such trades can impact perceptions of market behavior. (Businessweek)

Louis K. C. Chan, Chair of the Department of Finance

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Louis K. C. Chan, Hoeft Professor of Business, has been elected as Chair of the Department of Finance.

Background Noise Helps People Think More Creatively

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Ravi Mehta, assistant professor of business administration, co-authored a study that looks at the effects of ambient noise on cognition.

Far-Reaching Influence of the ILLINOIS Real Estate Program

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

On Tuesday, April 10, Twardock ?79 (Civil Engineering) shared his thoughts with a standing-room-only turnout of the student members of Rho Epsilon. He visited all the way from Newark, NJ. to talk about the commercial real estate debt market in light of the ?great recession.?

Business Student Leads Orange Krush, Again

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

McKennon Biers ?14 (Honors) takes over as president of the Orange Krush.

Small '89 Named Coach of Year 4th Consecutive Time

Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Head golf coach Mike Small was named Coach of the Year for a record fourth consecutive year and record fifth time overall.

UI Senate Backs Principles for Pension Reform

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about a faculty group endorsing a resolution that says any pension reforms being considered should maintain benefits promised to current participants.

South African Inspired Business Idea: Mirror Skins

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

After a trip to South Africa in 2010, business administration senior Lee Weinberger returned with an idea and a business plan.

Drowning in Debt (PDF)

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

The sudden and severe credit contraction that began in 2007 had an especially damaging impact on companies with large amounts of debt maturing in 2008, according to research conducted by College of Business faculty.

Innovation Powers Corporate Success

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Raj Echambadi, associate professor of business administration, shares the stage in this piece on corporate success.

Win-Win Strategy of Negotiation

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeff Lowenstein, associate professor of business administration, Gregory Northcraft, professor of business administration and two alumni contribute to this instructive piece on negotiation.

Taking a Gamble

Tue, 01 May 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, delves into a pivotal change to gambling policy by the Federal Department of Justice.

Fullerton's Prediction for Gas Prices

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, is interviewed for his thoughts on the future price of gas.

Walmart Meeting with NFL Quarterback Tim Tebow

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Students in the Hoeft Technology and Management Program recently visited the Walmart/Sam?s Club corporate headquarters in Bentonville, AR.

The accountancy profession: Never more relevant or exciting

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

?The pace and complexity of change in the auditing world have challenged both management and the profession,? John Oleniczak said. ?The accounting profession has never been more relevant.? Oleniczak, Midwest Region Assurance Managing Partner for PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), addressed students at a recent Department of Accountancy Lyceum.

Michael and Viswanathan Honored with Campus Award for Excellence in Teaching

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Steven Michael, professor of business administration received an award for undergraduate teaching and Madhu Viswanathan, also a professor of business administration, was honored for graduate teaching.

Student Runs with a Purpose

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jordy McNamara, junior in finance and IT, will be running in the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon on Saturday to help local nonprofit organizations.

Illinois MBA?s Graduate Marketing Association Hosts 5K for Kola

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

The University of Illinois Arboretum was the venue for the 1st Annual April Fools 5K, hosted by the Illinois MBA?s Graduate Marketing Association, with all proceeds benefiting the Kola Foundation.

To Walk Away With No Regrets

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Student Michael Smigielski passes the test at Deloitte's International Student Business Forum, held in Athens, Greece.

Reconsidering Social Security and Alternative Options: WSJ

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted in this story about social security projections.

Student Wins ASWA Margaret Keldie Award

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Kellie Kinsella '12, Business Honors student, received the American Society of Women Accountant's Margaret Keldie Award. The award is based on academic achievement and potential impact on the accounting industry.

Freshmen Take Google Challenge to Benefit Don Moyer?s Boys & Girls Club

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

College of Business freshmen have teamed up with the Illinois baseball team and the Dugout Club to raise money for the Don Moyer?s Boys & Girls Club.

Making Sense of the 2012 Social Security Trustee's Report

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, explains opposing views of the health of Social Security in a blog.

Facebook's Unlikely Growth Rate

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

A finance study written by Josef Lakonishok and Louis Chan is cited in this story that argues Facebook stock is overpriced.

Quinn's Pension Proposal "Highly Flawed"

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, says Governor Pat Quinn's recent plan to reform the Illinois pension system shifts costs to the University.

Celebrating the Senior 100

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Each year ILLINOIS Student Alumni Ambassadors and the Alumni Association recognize the top 100 seniors from across campus. This year 15 College of Business students are represented.

Governor Quinn's "Clever" Pension Reform

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted in this story about the Governor's ambitious plan to solve the state's $83 billion pension gap.

Navistar Teams with ILLINOIS to Improve Student Skills

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Navistar, Inc. is the newest corporate affiliate of The Hoeft Technology & Management program at ILLINOIS.

Toast to Madhu Viswanathan

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Dean Larry DeBrock congratulates Madhu Viswanathan for being named the Diane and Steven N. Miller Professor of Business.

Brown's Knock-down, Drag-out Battle of Obamacare

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, gives his play-by-play of the latest debate concerning the federal deficit and the Affordable Care Act.

Serious Discussions About Illinois' Unfunded Pension Hole

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of business administration, comments on the solutions offered to fix Illinois pension problems.

CFA Institute Research Challenge

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Professor Kevin Waspi worked with 5 students who competed in the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute Research Challenge.

SURS Reform Debate Heavyweight: Brown

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, has been invited to Eastern Illinois University to speak about reforming the Illinois State Universities Retirement System.

Brown's Forbes Blog: Fiscal Impact of Ending Obamacare

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, takes a thorough look at the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act currently before the Supreme Court.

Rindfleisch Rated Top 10 Best Professor

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Princeton Review and RateMyProfessor.com teamed up to profile the 300 best college professors in the country. Aric Rindfleisch, professor of business administration, ranked number 10.

How to Win an MBA Scholarship

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

This story, running on the Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education website, details how Felipe Penna won an ILLINOIS MBA Scholarship.

Innovation in Multi-Invention Contexts: 2012 Best Article Award

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, assistant professor of business administration, received California Management Review's 2012 Best Article Award.

Waste Not Want Not

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

A group of 5 Business undergraduates participated in the 2011 Ernst & Young Your World, Your Vision National Case Competition.

Talking Tax

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

When Marilyn Gerdes accepted her appreciation gift at the conclusion of the Department of Accountancy?s recent Lyceum, she quipped, ?Is this taxable?? It was a fitting conclusion to an engaging presentation on tax controversies given by two University of Illinois graduates--Gerdes, former Senior Vice President of Tax for Sara Lee, and Patrick Roxworthy, Senior Vice President of Tax for Hyatt Hotels Corporation.

Bad Social and Economic Policy of Internet Gambling

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this Christian Science Monitor story about the ills of legalizing online gambling.

MBA Stories Told in Video

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:00 CST

A local videography company is spotlighted in this story that covers their contract to capture MBA students working on projects overseas.

5K to Benefit Pine Ridge Indian Reservation Youth

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

The MBA program will host its first April Fools? 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, April 1 to benefit the Kola Foundation. The race will take place at noon at the University of Illinois Arboretum.

Lecture to Focus on Organizational Integrity in Information Age

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Keith T. Darcy, the executive director of the Ethics & Compliance Officer Association, will deliver the Leighton Lecture on ethics and leadership on Monday (April 2) in the Deloitte Auditorium of BIF.

BP Executives to Speak on Importance of Business Communication and Professional Responsibility

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Two executives from BP will be guest speakers April 4, 2012 in BIF. They will lead an interactive session about the need for clear and concise business communications.

Viswanathan Wins Pollay Award

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, is winner of the Sauder School of Business?s 2011 Richard W. Pollay Prize honoring intellectual excellence in research on marketing in the public interest.

Offshore Gambling Identified as Contributor to Hospitality Executive's Death

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, discusses operating practices of offshore gambling businesses.

Chindia Trek Series

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

The College helps its students seize short-term immersion opportunities abroad and develop into global operators. The Chindia Trek series documents the growth and journey of 24 ILLINOIS students through China and India's emerging markets

Cheaper Gasoline, or Energy Independence: You Can?t Have Both

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, blogs about the benefits of energy independence.

University of Illinois President Michael J. Hogan Resigns

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

University of Illinois President Michael J. Hogan has submitted his resignation to the Board of Trustees, and Chairman Christopher G. Kennedy has accepted it on behalf of the Board.

Impact of IT Investments on Profits

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Ali Tafti, assistant professor of business administration, coauthored a study that provides insight into company IT investments.

Nine Compete for Full MBA Scholarship

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

On Friday, March 9, nine prospective students for the University of Illinois MBA program competed for top scholarship prizes.

$4 Fuel the New Norm

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, comments on this story about the effects of higher gas prices.

CPS Food Director Accepted Gifts from Firm She Recommended

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Gretchen Winter, director of the Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society, reports that many publicly traded companies limit employees from accepting such gifts.

Impulsive Behavior Prompted by Strong Motivations

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Dolores Albarracin finds that people primed with words suggesting action were more likely than others to make impulsive decisions that undermined their long-term goals. In contrast, those primed to ?rest,? to ?stop? or to be inactive found it easier to avoid impulsive decisions.

47th Annual Deloitte Foundation Trueblood Seminars Benefit Accounting and Auditing Educators

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Kevin Jackson, associate professor of accountancy, sits on the planning committee managing this year's program content. The seminars are a unique opportunity for thought leaders from business and academia to examine current accounting practices through real world case studies.

Ex-Member of Federal Reserve Board Shares Concerns

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Institutions that are "too big to fail" may pose more of a problem today than they did at the height of the 2008 financial crisis, a former member of the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors said in BIF. The talk was sponsored by the College's Center for Business and Public Policy and Busey Wealth Management.

Video Entry Highlights Business and Campus Commitment to Sustainability

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

"Like" the linked video with your Facebook account to vote for it in Second Nature's Climate Leadership Awards.

Illini of the Week: Andrew Riley '13

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Illinois senior sprinter Andrew Riley '13 competed at the NCAA Indoor Championships in Nampa, Idaho, scoring more team points than any Illinois team since 1995.

BP Settlement Right Step, But Won't Curtail Corporate Greed

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, says the recent settlement of claims by BP from the Deepwater Horizon oil disaster of 2010 is a step in the right direction, but it won?t solve the most pernicious problem of the entire debacle ? corporate greed.

Insurers Getting Out of Long Term Care

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeff Brown, professor of finance, coauthors a paper used to provide insight into why big insurance companies are getting out of Long Term Care insurance.

Supercomputer Used to Analyze NASDAQ Data for Market Manipulation

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Mao Ye, assistant professor of finance, is using a supercomputer at the University of California to test for possible market manipulation by high-frequency traders.

YouTube No Substitute for Press Release to Restate Earnings

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Professor W. Brooke Elliott authored a study that shows an online video press release can have negative, and unintended, effects.

Tax Specialist Davis Offers Ideas on U.S. Economy

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jon Davis, head of accountancy, suggests instituting a VAT tax to raise revenue in the U.S.

Davis Seeks to Add Senior Faculty to Department of Accountancy

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jon Davis provides some of his views for the future of the Department of Accountancy in this News Gazette story.

Sustainability Principles Need to Be Integrated into Business Education

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, believes environmental and poverty issues will likely be among the biggest challenges for tomorrow?s leaders of industry.

Federal Indictments Designed to Cool Online Gambling

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, believes a recent indictment against a major online gambling site is a message for gamblers.

St. Louis Firefighter Pension Offers Unusual Perk Says Brown

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted in this story about growing problems with the St. Louis firefighter pension. One provision getting attention is the ability of retirees to receive a lump sum payout.

Aric Rindfleisch, Head of the Department of Business Administration

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Aric Rindfleisch has been appointed as the new head of the Department of Business Administration and J. M. Jones Professor of Marketing.

Lowenstein Research: 'Repetition-break' Plot Structure Makes Effective TV Ads

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

It turns out that a plot structure found in folktales is potent in television advertisements, according to published research by Jeffrey Loewenstein, associate professor of business administration.

Business Role Models

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

College of Business Honors alumni organize to make a significant contribution to support their home program.

Almost Home Shelter Project Wins Spark:Concept Gold Award

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

A group of students in Madhu Viswanathan's Sustainable Products and Business Plans course won a Spark Gold Award. The group was sponsored by Ralph Hammann from Architecture.

Brown to Outline Challenges for Insurers at Conference

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, will outline how economic uncertainty and a low-interest rate environment have created challenges for insurers offering retirement income products at the upcoming 2012 Retirement Industry Conference.

Fullerton: Fluctuating Gas Prices Not Unusual

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, is quoted in this story about the hype of rising gas prices.

Audio: Brown Explains Proposed SURS Reform to WDWS-AM Radio

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, gives a brief but informative interview to Brian Moline with WDWS Talk Radio.

Brown on Framing Retirement Income

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is cited in this story that looks at how soon-to-be retirees make retirement financing decisions.

Take the High Road to Success in Your Corporate Governance Role

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

?You will all be in corporate governance roles,? R. Trent Gazzaway told accounting students at a recent Department of Accountancy Lyceum in the Deloitte Auditorium. ?Whether you are a CFO of a company or a tax auditor or on a board of directors for a for-profit organization or a not-for-profit organization, you will be in a governance role.?

Audio: Brown Responds to Questions About SURS Reform Proposal

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Earlier this month Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and an IGPA colleague issued a report with ideas for reworking the State Universities Retirement System in light of budget shortfalls. This interview delves into the issues.

Kindt Urges Larger Casino Licensing Fees

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is urging Illinois to raise casino licensing fees to $500 million each, up from just $150,000 that is now being proposed.

4th Annual MBA Case Competition

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

MBA students at ILLINOIS place third in the 4th Annual MBA Case Competition held in the Business Instructional Facility.

Fang Discusses Economic Perspectives of China with Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Eric Fang, professor of business administration, shared his knowledge of China's economic perspectives with students in the ACES Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program.

Gunsalus Appointed to New National Academies? Committee on Responsible Science

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Professor Emerita of Business C.K. "Tina" Gunsalus has been appointed to the National Academies? Committee on Responsible Science. This 1-year term began January 1, 2012.

Brown's Forbes Blog: Potential Erosion of Support for Social Security

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, laments "progressive" legislative action that makes Social Security partially income-based.

Brown's SURS Overhaul Covered by WILL

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, sees his system as one of shared sacrifice.

Qualls: Innovation and Marketing Work Together (Translated)

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

William Qualls, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about the importance of innovation, marketing, and technology in increasingly competitive markets.

Video: Kindt Joins PBS Hawaii Panel Examining Legalizing Gambling

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, talks about gambling research in this hour-long PBS Hawaii show. Go to "Thursday, February 9, 8:00 pm Legalized Gambling" at bottom of page.

Slots Bad for Hawaii Economy Says Kindt

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, was recruited by the Hawaii Coalition Against Legalized Gambling to help explain detriment of legalized gambling as support for gambling legislation rises.

Brown's Hybrid Retirement System Focus of EIU CUPB

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Last week Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and an IGPA colleague released a detailed proposal to reform the state universities retirement system that is now the topic of Eastern Illinois University CUPB forums.

Fullerton Questions Ending Tax on Natural Gas

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, expresses his doubt for the effectiveness of ending the state tax on natural gas, a measure pursued by Governor Quinn.

White Sees Support for People with Disabilities as a Great ILLINOIS Achievement

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

B. Joseph White, former ILLINOIS president and current professor of business administration, is quoted for this story on Jean Driscoll's appointment as a Lincoln Laureate.

Brown Paper Identified Best Retirement Research of 2011

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

NBER Working Paper written by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is identified as a top 10 decumulation research paper.

White Heads Search for Moyer Club Director

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

B. Joseph White, president emeritus and professor of business administration, will head the search committee to replace the executive director of the Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club.

Veteran MBA Student Interviewed About Job Search in USA Today

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Andy Lucido '12 talks about his experiences as a veteran preparing for the job market.

Brown Contributes to Proposal for New Retirement System

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and a colleague propose a hybrid retirement system to reduce the state government's payments by billions of dollars.

Jon S. Davis, Head of the Department of Accountancy

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jon S. Davis has been appointed as the new head of the Department of Accountancy and R. C. Evans Endowed Chair in Business.

Economic Challenges Create Accounting Opportunities

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

What can today?s accounting students expect as they enter the profession? Despite the high rate of unemployment and the current economic complexities, and in some cases because of those complexities, today?s graduates can expect some unique opportunities, says Sven Erik Holmes, who serves as Vice Chair?Legal, Risk, and Regulatory, at KPMG LLP.

Kindt Stands With Honolulu Government Opposing Legalized Gambling

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, stood in the Hawaii State Capitol rotunda, backed by Honolulu's mayor, police and others who want legalized gambling kept out of the state.

Noel and Viswanathan Give Super Bowl Commercial Insights

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Hayden Noel, assistant professor of business administration, and Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration respond to questions about Super Bowl Commercials

Brown's Forbes Blog: Reducing Regulatory Obstacles to Retirement Income Security

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, recommends three more adjustments policymakers could use to encourage more secure retirement solutions.

Echambadi: Innovation is Commercialization of Invention

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Carter '84 describes a lunch talk given by Raj Echambadi, professor of business administration.

Business Freshman Raising Awareness of Homelessness in Champaign County

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Kristen Cantieri, College of Business freshman, camps out in a cardboard box last Friday as part of a "One Winter Night" awareness event.

Kindt: An Early Casino State, IL Has Worst Budget Problem

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about opponents of legalizing gambling in Hawaii.

Unique Opportunities for Accountants

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Sven Holmes, vice chair of legal, risk, and regulatory at KPMG, spoke to accountancy undergraduates with optimism about the profession.

Kindt Explains "The Casino Effect"

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed for this probing story on Miami's consideration to allow new "destination resorts."

Kindt: Most Lottery Tickets Sold to "Problem Gamblers" During a Recession

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about the Hoosier Lotto and its 3rd-longest run without a big winner.

Audio: Hobson's Layered Voice Analysis Technology Discussed on NPR

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jessen Hobson, professor of accountancy, is coauthor of a study analyzing speech to detect financial misreporting. NPR airs an interview looking at the findings.

Brown Research Cited in Department of Labor Report on Final Rule

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, provides important insight for the Council of Economic Advisers report, "Supporting Retirement for American Families," dealing with a final rule on 401(k) retirement fee disclosure.

Capital One Teams with ILLINOIS Colleges to Improve Student Skills

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:00:00 CST

Capital One is the newest corporate affiliate of The Hoeft Technology & Management program, the undergraduate minor degree that bridges the College of Business and the College of Engineering.

Brown's Forbes Blog: Warren Buffett is Not the Oracle of Public Finance

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, argues that government taxes account for more income than most people realize.

MBA Student Argues for Expansion of Veterans Education Support

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Andy Lucido, second-year MBA student, is interviewed in this news story about dwindling funding for military vets in Illinois.

Northcraft Research: Balance Technology for Better Communication

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research done by Gregory Northcraft, professor of business administration, suggests clients trust high tech communications less than traditional forms.

Top 10 Reasons I Support the Business Honors Program

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Business Honors students give their top 10 reasons for raising funds to help the College of Business.

Business Student Receives National Gilman Scholarship

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Cody Chalkey '13, junior in business, is a 2012 recipient of a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad. The Gilman Scholarship program honors U.S. Rep. Benjamin A. Gilman, of New York, a former chair of the House Foreign Relations Committee.

"Online Gambling is Going to Cost the U.S. Hundreds of Billions, If Not Trillions, of Dollars," Says Kindt.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt is quoted in this story about the future of gambling in Danville, Illinois.

D'Arcy Joins Milliman Risk Institute Advisory Board

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Stephen D'Arcy, professor emeritus of finance, was hired to provide expertise for Milliman, Inc.'s new risk institute.

Farewell to Brilliant Futures Campaign

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

The Brilliant Futures capital campaign concluded last December was a phenomenal success.

Audio: Outrageous Justice Department Opinion, Says Kindt on NPR.

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor, John Kindt, is quoted in this NPR story about state lotteries moving online.

Brown Research Shows Negligible Private Insurance Demand with Tightened Medicaid Rules

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, recently published research that predicts citizen's likelihood of purchasing private long-term care insurance.

Hobson Studies Vocal Clues To Reveal Lying CEOs

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jessen Hobson, assistant professor of accountancy, is featured in this Financial News report.

Honors Class 2014 Trip to Brazil

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jim Hennessy '14 gives an account of the Business Honors students' visit to Brazil.

Brown's Forbes Blog: GOP Visions of Social Security

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, takes a detailed look at Social Security plans described by GOP presidential candidates Romney, Gingrich, and Santorum.

IBC Helps Edible Economy Establish Food Hub

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Business Consulting, a student-run consulting firm in the College of Business, recently took on an interesting client and helped them create a community-based regional food system.

Finance Major Riley ?13 on The Bowerman Official Watch List

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Andrew Riley, is ranked the 18th best sprint hurdler in the world.

600 BUS101 Students Compete for Scholarships

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

$4,200 in scholarships was awarded to 28 winners for designing products to help meet basic needs of people throughout the world.

Fullerton Sees Nothing Good About Tax Cheaters

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, blogs about fewer IRS agents and the increased tax gap in America.

Brown's Forbes Blog: Gingrich's Recipe for Financial Disaster

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown describes the flawed logic applied to pension reform by presidential candidate Newt Gingrich and the Government Accounting Standards Board.

Video: Kindt Supports Beacon Council Opposition to Resort Casino

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt speaks to Miami-Dade County's official economic development partnership, the Beacon Council, about a mega international corporation's proposal to build resort casinos in Miami.

Brown on Retirement: 10% A Good Start

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted for his advice on retirement saving.

Feds Legalize Online Gambling: Kindt

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt tells why a recent Department of Justice move that gives states the power to allow online gambling could hurt the economy.

Dads Association Announces John Menees Library Award Recipients

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Five award recipients in Business are identified for 2011

Chindia Rising: Course Considers How China and India Benefit Business

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST

Clarke, assistant dean and clinical professor, gears his course for a two-week immersion experience exploring entrepreneurship, business, customers, and markets in China and India.

Kindt Cited for Story on Cuomo-backed Gambling in NY City

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Gambling research by Business Professor John Kindt underlies the counter-argument presented in this story about Governor Andrew Cuomo's support of gambling in New York City.

Kindt Sees Red Flags in Charity-Linked Sweepstakes

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story looking at a North Texas video sweepstakes company linked to a charity.

Business Student Sings for Dial-A-Carol (CNN)

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Honors student Cynthia Wang '14 sings for Dial-A-Carol.

Energy Independence: A Minute With Don Fullerton

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, discusses energy independence with News Bureau editor Phil Ciciora.

Case Competition Awards Free ILLINOIS MBA

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

This Poets & Quants story describes how would-be MBA student Felipe Penna won free tuition for an Illinois MBA degree.

Consul-General of PRC in Chicago Shares Wisdom at AEL Event

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Yang Guonqiang, consul-general of the People's Republic of China in Chicago, joined a group of Illinois students preparing for a winter break trip to China and India.

Illinois Faculty Rank #1 in 2011 Articles at The Accounting Review

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy faculty members at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign rank #1 for the number of articles published in 2011 issues of The Accounting Review, one of the most prestigious academic journals in accounting. More . . .

Kindt Refutes Genting Group Claim as "Public Relations Move"

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Genting Group, a multinational gambling conglomerate, claims their resorts in Miami attract international visitors, not local residents. Business Administration Professor John Warren Kindt believes this is a veiled effort to put slot machines in Florida.

"Mystery Man" Chooses Business

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Sophomore volleyball player Jim Connolly chose Illinois once admitted to the College of Business. Connolly is also a practice player for the women's volleyball team.

2012 Paul D. Converse Award Winners

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professors Barnett and Qualls announce the 2012 Paul D. Converse Award Winners.

Deryugina Recommends FEMA Premiums For Disaster-Prone Areas

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Tatyana Deryugina, lecturer of finance, recommends premiums to limit the amount of money the federal government spends to repair natural disaster damage.

Student Entrepreneurs Get Business Down To a 'Tea'

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Daniel P. Klein '10 and Patrick Tannous are marketing their Tiesta Tea product around the globe.

Fullerton Elected VP, AERE

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, was elected to be the vice president of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists.

Student Team Proposes New Mobile Technology Solution to Capital One Executives

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

Brian Bai, Jarett Messing, and Stephen Powers competed against five large universities in the Capital One case competition and won.

Tabrizi ?12 Receives State?s Highest Honor for Individual Achievement

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 CST

This year, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign selected College of Business senior William ?Billy? Tabrizi to receive the State?s highest student honor.

Phi Gamma Nu's Fourth Annual Mr. Business Pageant a Success

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Business students have great fun at this talent show where Scott Neimann was named Mr. Business.

Lanesskog Leads MBA to Social Responsibility

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Stig Lanesskog, associate dean of MBA, is spotlighted in this story about the MBA program's work at the Pine Ridge Reservation located in South Dakota (Go to page 14).

Brown Gives Clearest Explanation Yet of Why Public Pension Accounting Rules are Garbage

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, describes a brilliant insight given by a colleague into the flaws of the proposed GASB approach to public pension accounting rules.

Shaw Says Cloud Computing is Game Changer for Business

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Michael Shaw, professor of business administration, says big data is here to stay, and businesses need to adapt to the new reality that cloud computing is not merely the next Silicon Valley dot-com bubble.

France: The Bright Side of the MF Global Fiasco

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Virginia France, assistant professor of finance, shares her thoughts on the MF Global fiasco as an instance when the U.S. regulatory system worked well.

Albarracin Asserts Value of Talking to Oneself (German Language)

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Delores Albarracin, professor of business administration, is cited in this story about the positive value of people talking out loud to themselves.

Brown Argues Experts Should Pay More Attention to US LTC

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, published an article with an MIT co-author asserting academic health policy experts should be paying more attention to the US long-term care system.

Accountancy Student Helps Out With Wesley Evening Food Pantry

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Katie Hillyer, senior in accountancy, is pictured helping set up for the Wesley Evening Food Pantry at the Wesley United Methodist Church on Wednesday, November 16.

Business Alumnus 811th Person to Swim English Channel

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Doug McConnell '79 successfully swam the English Channel to support ALS research.

Kindt Proposes Alternative to Raising Income Taxes

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Instead of increasing income taxes on its citizens, the cash-strapped state of Illinois should look to dramatically raise casino licensing fees, says John Kindt, professor of business administration.

Recent Alumni Entrepreneurial Success

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Brothers Ashton '10 and Ryan '10 Clark have jump-started their careers with Uticketit.com.

Michael Moderates Franchising Panel at Global Entrepreneurship Week

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Steven Michael, professor of business administration, is moderating a panel on franchising with Illinois Assistant AG for the Franchise Bureau, Midas International EVP/CEO, Midas International franchisee, Dairy Queen franchisee, and a franchising attorney.

Liu Gives Advice to Rating Website Users

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Frank Liu, assistant professor of business administration, is quoted in this DI story about social networking website that allow members to post reviews.

Student Consultants Aid Nonprofits in C-U and Beyond

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Sophomore Ryan Singh '13, a finance and management major, and Annie Wang '13, a sophomore in accounting, are featured in Postmarks, a campus publication.

Somaya Manuscript Recognized at 2011 Strategic Management Society Conference

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, professor of business administration and former doctoral candidate Seth Carnahan '06, '07 MAS, received two awards for a research paper.

Clarke Describes Young American Entrepreneurs in Washington Post

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Clarke, assistant dean and executive director of the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership, sees significant entrepreneurial drive among immigrant students because they often grow up surrounded by role models who are small business owners.

Noel Creates 'College for a Day' Program

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Hayden Noel, professor of business administration, creates a new program that looks to generate interest in higher education among underrepresented local high school students.

Supporting Entrepreneurs

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business and alumni come together to support entrepreneurs in this Tribune story.

Bounty Hunting: Will New Regulations Create a New Incentive for Whistleblowers?

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Some call it an award; others call it a bounty. Most everyone calls it a challenge--a challenge for companies, compliance officers, and the SEC.

Otnes Research: All Wrapped Up

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Shopping Research by Cele Otnes and her colleagues is examined in Perspectives (Fall) 2011

Miller Research: Hungry for Answers

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, finds some unexpected insights into the science of measuring hunger.

Gamblers Spend Less on Food and Clothing: Kindt

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Quoted in this story about New York City's first casino in Queens, Business Administration Professor John Kindt cites research identifying the ills of the decision.

Brown Research Gives Insight to Long Term Care Insurance

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and two colleagues provides insight to the purchase of long-term care insurance.

Clarke Talks About Illinois Launch

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Clarke, assistant dean and executive director of the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership, tells Crain's Chicago Business about Illinois Launch.

Fullerton's Choice of Green Cars: 1980 Bonneville

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, blogs about why his 8-cylinder GM vehicle is a green choice.

Video: Great Career Moment for MBA Veterans

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

The fourth annual MBA Veterans Career Conference brought with it a message that now is a great opportunity for veterans to enter the civilian workforce. Links to Crain?s Chicago Business stories with video are included.

Contributions to a Green Lifestyle

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dean Larry DeBrock and Tracy McCabe, assistant dean for external and alumni affairs, talk about shower facilities in BIF.

What Went Wrong at Netflix

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Raj Echambadi, associate professor of business administration, and a colleague offer insight into Netflix and lessons for entrepreneurs and leaders of technology companies.

Recent Grads Turn an Epic Fail Into a Major Win

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Ashton ('10) and Ryan ('10) Clark tell how they saved their business brainchild UTicketIt.com from failure.

Webale Nyo: Life Lessons from Uganda

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 CST

Undergraduate student Steve Sprieser shares his thoughts about a recent visit to Uganda where he worked with a small community to improve their business skills.

Brown Examines Pension Issues at IGPA Summit

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Illinois state, university, and union leaders examined pensions at the October 3 & 4 IGPA Summit, ?A Bold New Dialogue on Public Pensions.?

Live Webcast: 2011 MBA Veterans Career Conference

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Chonowski ('10 MBA) and Chris Petersen ('09) are hosting the 4th annual conference for military veterans. A live broadcast of the conference will take place Friday, October 28th at 8am CST.

Kindt: Citizens Losing Gambling Bet

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this Washington Times story about the rising taxes on sin products.

White Explores Brands and Self-esteem

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Tiffany Barnett White, associate professor of business administration, explores the connection between brands and self-concept.

Video: Students Out in Front at Midwest MBA Career Fair

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Ron Watkins, assistant dean, Business Career Services, comments on the inaugural Midwest MBA Career Fair.

Multidisciplinary Teams Challenged in New Professional Responsibility Strategy Competition

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

The inaugural 2011 Professional Responsibility Strategy Competition was sponsored by the Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society, BP, the global oil and gas supermajor, the Center for International Business Education and Research, and the James Scholar Executive Committee.

Kwon Research Suggests Faster Learning Hurts Both Entrepreneurs and Employees

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Dharma Kwon and a UK university colleague is highlighted in this French language blog. Findings suggest entrepreneurs may not benefit from faster learning about their employee's capabilities.

Video: Business Students Continue to Help Pine Ridge Reservation

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Students in the College of Business have an ongoing commitment to helping residents of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation located in South Dakota. This WICD video story also notes an upcoming 20/20 special report covering the plight of reservation residents.

Brown Report Overviews Private Insurance, Medicaid and Recent State Initiatives

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Citing the demise of the federal government's Class Act long-term care insurance program, a National Bureau of Economic Research report written by Jeff Brown, professor of finance, and a colleague from MIT provides some answers.

Shavitt's Concern for Consumers

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Sharon Shavitt, professor of business administration and president of the Association for Consumer Research, comments on "transformative consumer research."

Passion at Work

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Karenann Terrell, executive vice president and assistant chief information officer of Walmart spoke to attendees at the Alan M. Hallene Lecture held on October 5, 2011.

Wise Words from Global Leaders of the Accounting Profession

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

With a standing-room-only crowd of ILLINOIS accountancy students and three prominent alumni taking center stage at the Department of Accountancy's recent Lyceum, the Deloitte Auditorium couldn't have been more orange and blue--or more Deloitte for that matter. All three speakers are not only loyal ILLINOIS supporters, but they are also experienced, long-time leaders at Deloitte.

Sougiannis M&A Research Finds Boost From Big 4

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Accountancy Professor Theodore Sougiannis and two colleagues finds that takeovers of companies audited by one of the Big Four accountancy firms generate an average of $166 million more value.

Viswanathan Marketplace Literacy Project a High Potential Program

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

A program initiated by Professor of Business Administration Madhu Viswanathan is identified as a high potential program in this Hindu Business Line story.

Junior in Business Sings for Potbelly

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Chris Liquin '13, junior in Business, has been a Potbelly musician since the beginning of his sophomore year.

Ye Research Identifies Growth of Odd Lots in Market Volume

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Mao Ye, doctoral student Chen Yao ?10 MS, and a colleague from Cornell University examine how a lack of transparency in odd-lot trades has led to missing data that could skew perceptions of the market.

Olympians Share Stories with Business Majors

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deloitte partner Howard Engle '72 joined three Olympians at ARC who shared stories of inspiration with students.

Brown Gives Basic Retirement Advice

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, says to put aside as much as you can, use your work 401(k), and take advantage of compounding dividends.

Somaya: Businesses Should Integrate Patent and Business Strategies

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Deepak Somaya, professor of business administration, shows the complexity of intellectual property used to create new products is best handled up front.

Deryugina on the Netflix Split

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Tatyana Deryugina, lecturer of finance, blogs about Netflix splitting into two companies.

Former Comptroller General of the United States, Charles Bowsher, Addresses Accountancy Students

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Elkhart, Indiana, where Charles Bowsher ('53) grew up, is known as the ?Band Instrument Capital of the World.? Bowsher grew up playing the trombone, and noted that ?nearly every kid in Elkhart played an instrument of some sort.? But few Elkhart kids have made their mark in the world as the former trombonist has.

Accountancy Ranks Second in US News Again

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

The 2012 US News and World Report college rankings are out and the College of Business did very well.

Miller Blogs on Weak Journalism and Health-Related Research

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, talks about poor conclusions drawn by New York Times journalists in reporting on academic research.

Brown Recognized as University Scholar

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey R. Brown, professor of finance, is one of six ILLINOIS professors named a University Scholar.

Business Boost in US News Rankings

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

US News and World Report's 2012 Best Colleges rankings went up for undergraduate programs in Finance, Insurance/Risk, Management, Information Systems, and Marketing. Accountancy retained its second place ranking again this year.

ROE: Return on Ethics

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deborah DeHaas gave the first Department of Accountancy lyceum speech of Fall 2011 by sharing her wisdom for a successful career in business.

Fullerton Working on Nobel-Recognized UN Project

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, is working with authors around the world to write the Fifth Assessment Report for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.

Kahn Paper Discusses Appropriate Use of Regulatory Forbearance and Optimal Regulatory Architecture

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Charles Kahn, professor of finance, is co-author of a new IMF working paper entitled, "Systemic Risk and Optimal Regulatory Architecture." The paper suggests a unified regulatory arrangement may be appropriate under certain conditions.

Brown Research Discovers Reasons Why Few Purchase Long-Term Care Insurance

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, co-authors research that looks at the reluctance most have to purchase long-term care insurance.

Memorial Service Friday to Honor Feller

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy instructor Anita Feller passed away of pancreatic cancer July 31. Her memorial service will be held at the Levis Faculty Center today at 1 p.m.

Almeida on the Power of Founder CEOs

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Heitor Almeida, professor of finance, says companies with founding CEOs tend out outperform and have 10% to 20% higher valuations than firms without.

Hedeman Recalls Eleanor Stoddard's Love for Uni High

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Hedeman, assistant dean in the College of Business and former Uni High Director, comments on Ellie Stoddard, former Uni High student and benefactor.

ILLINOIS MBA to Host Annual Midwest MBA Career Fair in Chicago on October 21, 2011

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Eleven of the top MBA programs in the country have partnered together in collaboration with the National Society of Hispanic MBAs and the College of Business to host the annual career fair.

Impressed by College of Business, Freshman Chooses ILLINOIS

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Van Vlierbergen settled on the U of I after considering all the College of Business has to offer.

Aguilera on Corporate Governance

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Ruth Aguilera, associate professor of business administration, responds to questions about a CEO's responsibilities to shareholders.

Ghosh Talks About $60 Million Savings Goal for Campus

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Avijit Ghosh, former College of Business dean, gives details on how UI is half-way to its total goal for centralizing administrative functions and eliminating waste.

Somaya Considers How to Avoid Costly Mistakes in Commercializing Multi-Invention Products

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, professor of business administration, calls for companies to think about their intellectual property strategy along with their business strategy and business models.

Spring 2011 ICES "List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students"-Draft

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

A draft version of the spring 2011 ICES "List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students" has been posted on the Center for Teaching Excellence website (http://cte.illinois.edu). Below are listed those faculty and teaching assistants who work in the College of Business.

Does White Understand Extreme Fanboys?

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Tiffany Barnett White, associate professor of business administration, is used to explain the acid and vitriol between defensive smartphone fans.

Miller: More Choices Bad for Decision Making

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, blogs about assumptions economists make about having more choices and the decisions people make.

New Engineering Building Hopes to Achieve LEED Rating Held by Business Instructional Facility

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

The department of electrical and computer engineering seeks a a platinum LEED rating like BIF for their new student building.

Sinow on Navigating Market Ups and Downs

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, professor of finance, gives advice for average investors in today's market.

Magelli Finds Mythical Example Entrepreneur

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST

Paul Magelli, senior director of the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership at ILLINOIS, is interviewed about a promising entrepreneur and former student.

An Embarrassing Lottery Fact

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, points out an embarrassing lottery fact that poorer zipcodes buy the most lottery tickets.

Memorial Service to Honor Anita Feller

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Respected accountancy lecturer Anita Feller will be honored at a memorial service on September 9, 2011. She passed away on July 31 after battling pancreatic cancer.

Almeida Sees Possible Loss for Apple in USA Today

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Heitor Almeida, professor of finance, shows companies with founding CEOs tend to outperform and have 10 to 20 percent higher valuations.

Kindt Tells Governor Gambling Not a Pot of Gold in NYT

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is noted for his participation with other gambling opponents in a meeting with Governor Quinn.

Business and CTE Growing Commitment to Teaching Excellence

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Cheelan Bo-Linn, Head of Instructional Development in the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE), works with College of Business faculty to improve teaching excellence.

Business Quad Day 2011

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

On Tuesday, August 23, the College of Business hosted its Business Quad Day for student organizations.

Video: An Amusing Analysis of Public Pension Funding

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, blogs about an animated video that describes a familiar point made in previous posts.

Fullerton Asks, Are U.S. Taxes Too High?

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, blogs about the low U.S. tax rate relative to other developed countries.

Slot Machines Kill Jobs Says Kindt

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed for this story on Chicago's new casinos.

White: Brand-Conscious Consumers See Threat to Self Image

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Tiffany Barnett White, professor of business administration, authored a study looking into brand-conscious consumers and brand criticisms.

DeBrock and Brown Comment on the Economy

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Larry DeBrock, dean and professor of business administration, and Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, respond to questions about the nation's S&P downgrade.

Dean Lanesskog Notes 24 Percent Increase in MBA Applicants

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Stig Lanesskog, associate dean, MBA Program, is quoted in this story about the rising costs of graduate education.

Kindt Concludes 1.5 Jobs Are Lost For Every Job Casinos Create

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about further legalization of gambling in New York.

Brown: Public Pension Real Estate Investments Not Uncommon

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is cited in this story about a firefighter pension fund's investments in local real estate.

Mike Small '89 Earns Low Club Professional at 2011 PGA Championship

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Mike Small, Illinois men's golf coach, wins recognition at the 2011 PGA Championship.

Athletic Director Search Concludes with Naming of Mike Thomas

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

The search committee led by Dean Larry DeBrock made its recommendation for Mike Thomas from Cincinnati.

Business Student Receives Class of 1941 Memorial Excellence Scholarship for Juniors

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Danny Miller ?12, honors student in the College of Business was awarded the Class of 1941 Memorial Excellence Scholarship for junior underclassmen.

Pennacchi: U.S. Must Do More

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, professor of finance, responds to questions about recent congressional debt-ceiling legislation in this Daily Illini story.

Phyllis M. Wise Named to Lead Urbana-Champaign Campus

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Phyllis M. Wise, Ph.D., has been selected to become a Vice President of the University of Illinois and the Chancellor of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, effective Oct. 1, pending approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees at its September meeting.

Pennacchi: Debt-Ceiling Debate Contributes to Timid Investing

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, professor of finance, comments on the Illinois treasurer?s efforts to protect state funds.

New Rules Governing Human Research Could be ?Huge Step Forward,? Says Gunsalus

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

C. K. Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration, comments on advance notice of new rules published by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Somaya Considers Apple-HTC Smartphone Patent Dispute and ITC

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, professor of business administration, is an authority on technology-related patent disputes and the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC).

LEAD Program Balances Gap

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

High school senior from around the country gain valuable business skills in the College's LEAD Program.

PCAOB Scholarship Awarded to Accountancy Undergraduate Student

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Maggie Mulchrone is the proud recipient of a 2011 Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Scholarship.

Highest Expectations

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Andy Lucido '12 is an example of the business excellence military training can provide.

Aguilera Explores EU Politics, Policy and Business Environment

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

The research of Ruth Aguilera, associate professor of business administration, will benefit from a Jean Monnet grant from the European Commission.

Pennacchi on the Debt-Ceiling Crisis

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, professor of finance, comments on the debt-ceiling crisis.

Rethinking the Roots of Popular Music

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Meagan Hennessey, Business Web Services Manager in the College, is featured in this story for her work in preserving early sound.

DeBrock: AD Hire Will Follow Chancellor Appointment

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dean Larry DeBrock, who chairs the search committee for the Illinois athletic director comments on the search process.

Accounting Major Shoots 72 at Golf Tournament

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Adam Laurenti, a junior majoring in accounting, is mentioned in this coverage of the Peoria Men's City golf tournament.

New Sustainable Landscape on ILLINOIS Campus

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Through a joint effort between the College of Business, the Student Sustainability Committee, Facilities & Services, and the Department of Landscape Architecture, the Business Instructional Facility courtyard has a new sustainable landscape.

2011 Bronze Tablet Business Students

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Twenty of the two hundred and nine names appearing on the newest Bronze Tablet hanging in the Library this fall are College of Business students.

EnterpriseWorks Identified as Top 10 Start-up Incubator to Watch

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Inc.com selects EnterpriseWorks as a top 10 start-up incubator to watch.

Success Lowers Motivation: Albarracin

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, co-authored a study suggesting that watching other people achieve their goals can lead to less motivation to achieve similar goals.

Video: Kindt Talks Wall Street and Poker on First Business

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, responds to assertions made about the gambling philosophies that permeate Wall Street firms.

Kindt: Social Media Can Hurt Productivity

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this local report on social networking.

2011 Spring Dean's List for the College of Business

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dean?s list eligibility is limited to the top 20 percent of a student?s college class or curriculum.

May 2011 Graduate List

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

A list released by campus of all College of Business graduates.

Slot Supporters Trying to Misdirect Public, Politicians, Says Kindt

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about a gambling expansion measure.

Miller: A Taste Test for Hunger in NYT

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, authors a story in the New York Times on how hunger is measured.

Kindt: How Safe is U.S. Nuclear Power

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, responds to questions about nuclear safety in the U.S.

Gunsalus Proposal Adds Unemployed to Jury Pool

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

C.K. Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration, advances ideas for increasing the jury pool in Champaign County.

Gilman Scholarship Helps Business Student Study Abroad

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Suyun Cai, senior in accountancy, offered $5,000 Gilman Scholarship to study for a year in Japan.

GOP Relies on Kindt Research Against Gambling

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jan Klaas, chairman of the Winnebago County Republican Party, speaks for Illinois GOP against gambling expansion, citing John Kindt, professor of business administration.

Pennacchi Calls Prepaid Tuition Program Ill-designed

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, professor of finance, claims investments unlikely to grow fast enough to cover rising tuition cost.

Brown Questions Conventional Wisdom of Retirement Income

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, considers the conventional 70/30 wisdom of saving for retirement.

Illinois Baseball Walk-On and Double-Major in Finance/Accounting: Patrick J. Brennan '15

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Incoming business freshman Patrick J. Brennan is a walk-on for the Illinois baseball team.

Illinois Launch Mentoring and Networking Event in Chicago

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

On June 22, representatives from Illinois Launch startups met with Launch Mentors and potential investors at the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership's Illinois Launch Speed-dating and Networking event.

Brown Describes Modern Accountancy Education in Financial Times

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Clifton Brown, professor of accountancy, responds to a Financial Times interview about the changing landscape of accountancy education.

Mahoney Wins 2010 Best Paper in European Management Review (Podcast Interview)

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Joe Mahoney and his coauthors are interviewed by the University of Cambridge Judge Business School for their paper, ?Toward a Theory of Public Entrepreneurship.? The paper discusses how entrepreneurship may apply to the public as well as private sectors.

Kindt: The Consequences of Wall Street's Casino Capitalism

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this Tribune story on a new breed of trading firms.

Audio: Viswanathan Discusses Marketplace Literacy Movie, Shakti Rising

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, is interviewed about the movie Shakti Rising on local radio station WEFT 90.1FM.

Illinois Takes 8 of 22 Illinois CPA Society Excel Awards, Including Gold and Silver

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jenna Kae Mehalic ?09 ?10 MAS was awarded the Illinois CPA Society Excel Gold Medal for outstanding achievement on the CPA Exam. Brian McDonald ?09 ?10 MAS was awarded the Silver Medal. Six additional awardees are listed.

Kindt Says Illinois Voters are Against Gambling Expansion 2-to-1

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about a proposed casino in Danville, Illinois.

Business Junior Riley ?13 and Teammates Take Big Ten Relay Title

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Andrew Riley and the members of his 400-meter men's relay team broke Ohio State's Big Ten record and set a new Illinois record.

Northcraft: Benefits of Face-to-Face Interaction

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research generated by Gregory Northcraft, professor of business administration, finds mediated communication a weak substitute for the real thing.

Jeong: Outstanding Volunteer

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Sunny Jeong, assistant professor of business administration, receives special recognition for her contributions to international students at ILLINOIS.

Kindt: Government Reliance on Casino Revenue

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, believes governments have become too dependent on casino revenues and have misread the impact of gambling.

Gambling Expansion: Kindt Interviewed by Daily Illini

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed about a recent gambling expansion bill in Illinois and its potential impact on the community.

Jobs or Slot Machines for Illinois?

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, comments in this Christian Science Monitor story about recently passed legislation that dramatically expands gambling in Illinois.

Kindt Calls for Increasing Taxes on Illinois Casinos

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, makes a strong case for radically increasing taxes on Illinois casinos in this guest column.

Maximizing Resources Across Campus

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Stig Lanesskog, associate dean of the Illinois MBA program and associate provost for strategic planning and assessment, talks about the inaugural Efficiency Fair held at the Illini Union.

Miller Offers Safer Alternative to Replacing Medicare

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, explains what he believes is a safer alternative to the ?radical? changes to US healthcare like ?Obamacare? or the voucher system proposed by Paul Ryan.

Northcraft's Advice for A Raise

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 CST

Gregory Northcraft, professor of business administration, is quoted from his book, Get Paid What You're Worth, in this career development article.

EMBAs at ILLINOIS Rise to Global Challenge with WiPro

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

This year, one group of enthusiastic EMBAs completed a venture with WiPro, a global IT services company based in India.

Video: Brown Responds to Questions about Long Term Care Market

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, talks to Eldercare News about his research looking at Long Term Care.

Audio: Brown Discusses Wide Range of Retirement Issues on WILL

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, responds to questions about social security and related retirement issues.

Olsen '11 Attends President Hogan's "Lunch Bunch"

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, graduated senior and former student body president, attended President Mike Hogan's most recent "Lunch Brunch" to discuss student concerns.

Miller's Advice to Fix Health Care Options for State of Illinois Employees

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, explains how Illinois could include a Health Alliance option for state employees.

Brown?s Research Provides Basis for Bill in Congress

Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, researched how people ?frame? their thoughts about retirement planning. After testifying this year before the US Congress, the related Lifetime Income Disclosure Act was co-sponsored by US Rep. Dave Reichert.

DeBrock Chairs ILLINOIS Athletic Director Search Committee

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dean Larry DeBrock responds to an interview in the Chicago Tribune.

Brown Says, ?Take it to the Courts?

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, sees wisdom in pursuing a court ruling on public pension reform in Illinois.

Krueger on Buying a Business

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Krueger, adjunct lecturer in finance, says, ?You should ask yourself if right now is the best time to make the commitment to buy [a business].?

Pearson Explains Pinning/Clustering to Investors

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

In this second installment story, Neil Pearson, professor of finance, explains a complicated investment phenomenon in easy-to-understand language.

Business Master?s Student Wins $12,000 Fellowship

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Christina Geyer, a student in business administration, was selected to win one of the five master?s level awards from FMC Technologies Inc.

Chan and Lakonishok Growth Rate Research Used to Evaluate LinkedIn Stock Price

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

A landmark study written up by Louis K. C. Chan and Josef Lakonishok, professors of finance, and a colleague provides a basis for this story that argues LinkedIn stock is overvalued.

Finance Junior Riley Two-time NCAA Hurdling Champion

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Andrew Riley is poised to run in the Jamaican national championships this summer.

Albarracin: Action Oriented People Ignore Dissenting Ideas

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, and a colleague finds that when people?s minds are attuned to the idea of action, their opinions tend to harden, making them less likely to seek out opposing viewpoints.

Albarracin Research Reveals ?Couch Potato? Effect

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, and colleagues recently published research that suggests observing others pursue goals can undermine the observer?s motivation.

Howard Thomas Gets "Serial Dean Prize"

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Financial Times reporter Della Bradshaw reviews several "academic heavyweights" who take on multiple deanships at different schools.

Kindt Describes Casino Executive's "Recurrent Nightmare"

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, comments on this story about compulsive gambling and casino obligations to stop compulsive gamblers from playing.

Kindt Points to Legalized Gambling as Leading Cause of Bankruptcy

Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about Illinois lawmakers? consideration of an expansion of gambling.

Brown's Social Security Research Explained in US News and World Report

Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research into how social security benefits are communicated, performed by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and two colleagues from other institutions is presented.

James Scholar Sister Act

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Allison and Julia LaBelle talk about their experiences as honors students and scholarship recipients in the College of Business.

Campus Leader: David Olsen

Thu, 12 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, graduating senior in Business, recalls three days of his tenure as the ILLINOIS student body president.

Brown Proposes Osama Bin Laden Tax

Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director, Center for Business and Public Policy, offers an interesting idea to tax carbon and lower other taxes.

26 of the Senior 100 Honorary in Business

Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

College of Business students make up 1/4th of the Senior 100 Honorary. Not bad for a college with less than 10 percent of all students on campus.

DeBrock Blogs Economics Lesson: Fundamental Law of Demand

Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Larry DeBrock, dean and professor of economics and business administration, makes a lesson of the increase in checked bags on airline flights.

Robert Moritz, PricewaterhouseCoopers: Opportunities Exist

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Robert Moritz, chair and senior partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (PwC), visited campus April 21st as part of the Accountancy Program?s Lyceum series.

Roszkowski Calls for Alternatives to Closing Aviation

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

With help from Senate Executive Committee Chair Joyce Tolliver, Professor Mark Roszkowski called for an ad hoc committee to write a report for Wheeler and Easter on alternatives to closing the aviation institute.

Ethics in Action: Leighton Lecture Hosts Bart Schwartz, Corporate Monitor

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

As a frequent court appointed monitor for high profile cases including BP, Merkin-Madoff, and others, Bart Schwartz gave the 8th annual Leighton Lecture.

An American ?Activist? from a Global Perspective

Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 CST

Business Student Billy Tabrizi participated in an exclusive case competition hosted by the financial services firm, Deloitte.

Royal Wedding Legitimizes Luxury and Reinforces Princess Myth: Otnes in LA Times

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Cele Otnes, professor of business administration, is quoted for her insights into the British royal wedding.

Losing Revenue to Gambling: Kindt

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted for his research looking at the costs of legalizing gambling.

Leadership Lived and Learned

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Brad Halverson, vice president of Finance Services, Caterpillar Inc. presented an Accountancy Lyceum, "Leadership and Corporate Strategy Development," in the Deloitte Auditorium on April 14.

Brown on $1.5 Trillion Shortfall in Local and State Pension Funds

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted in this story about how pension funds around the US are calculated.

DeBrock Blogs Economics Lesson: Who Speaks for the Hamsters?

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Larry DeBrock, dean and professor of economics and business administration, recounts a lesson about "third party voices" from a class he teaches.

Shavitt Helps Explain Aflac Success

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Sharon Shavitt, professor of business administration, says marketers prefer consumer's interactive engagement of marketing content.

Brown's Reasoned Response to Claims Made by Chronicle of Higher Education and New York Times

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, argues passionately against off-the-mark story in Chronicle of Higher Education and New York Times

Fullerton Says No Short-run Policy Can Impact Gas Prices

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, is quoted in Tribune-Star story on rising vehicle gas prices.

Business Student Makes Final Round of BASES|BT National Entrepreneurial E-Bootcamp Competition

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Senior Arpan Shah presented with a co-founder at the entrepreneurship conference, competing against 40 teams from around the country. Princeton and Stanford Universities hosted the conference.

Asha for Education Holds Holi in BIF

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

The RSO, Asha for Education, hosting charity event in BIF on April 24, 2011.

8 Dedicated Business Students Win National E&Y Case Competition

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Vision and dedication help 8 sophomore women in the College of Business to win a national case competition that benefits area elementary school children.

Kindt: "Slots Machines are a Bailout for the Horse Racing Industry"

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is quoted in this story about tough times ahead for state horse racing tracks.

Dharmapala: Corporate Tax Holiday Unlikely to Stimulate U.S. Economy

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dhammika Dharmapala, professor of law and finance, believes it is unlikely that a corporate tax holiday would jump-start the stagnant U.S. economy.

Viswanathan Cases Contribute to Indian Mini MBA

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, and a colleague have designed an MBA with a difference, tailormade for the bottom of the pyramid.

First-Year MBA Student Receives Joseph H. Smith Award

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Adam Ratner, a first-year MBA student, recently received the Joseph H. Smith Award for his work with the Kola Foundation.

Business Students Plan Redevelopment of Cabrini Green in Chicago

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Illinois MBA and undergraduate students won the first annual Midwest Real Estate Challenge in Chicago.

Scramble for Charity 2011

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nearly 150 people attended the charity egg hunt event on Saturday, April 16th, hosted by the College of Business and the Council of Presidents.

Kahn Interviewed by CME Foundation About Risk Management Education (Video)

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Margolis Market Information Lab is highlighted in this promotional video as an important improvement in risk management education.

Online Gambling: Kindt Quoted in Christian Science Monitor

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

US Attorney files fraud charges against online gambling company and John Kindt, professor of business administration, weighs in on what he describes as "the crack cocaine of gambling."

Mike Small '89, ILLINOIS Golf Coach, Disappointed With Second Place Win

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

The No. 10 Illinois men?s golf team entered this past weekend?s Illini Classic with high expectations, but fell short of the top spot. ?We didn?t play to our strengths out there on the course and it showed," said Small.

It's an Art: Crafting Solutions for the Subsistence Marketplace

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Shaw and Subramanyam on Cloud Computing

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

What's in the Fed's Toolbox? How the Government is Using Quantitative Easing to Fight the Recession

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Disappearing Doctoral Student: Addressing the Shortage of Business Ph.D.s

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Within Reach: The Incentive to Meet Earnings Estimates

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Six Business Students Win Johnson and Johnson National Case Competition

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

College of Business students won first place and $5,000 in this year?s Johnson and Johnson National Case Competition, beating 10 other universities.

Keizer Offers Insights into ?Leading in a Complex World?

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Henry Keizer, Deputy Chair and Chief Operating Officer of KPMG LLP, U.S., spoke about ?Leading in a Complex World? on March 7 in the College of Business?s Deloitte Auditorium.

Northcraft: Face Time May Beat E-Mail in Tribune

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Gregory Northcraft, professor of business administration, and a colleague is spotlighted in this Chicago Tribune story.

White Talks Vegas Tourism

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Tiffany Barnett White, professor of business administration, tells Las Vegas newspaper offerings need to evolve for tourism.

Cozad New Venture Competition: Contendable

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jason Febery, senior in the undergraduate Hoeft Technology and Management Program, describes his winning venture pitch for Contendable.

Kindt: BP Oil Spill One Year Later

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration and expert on environmental and maritime law, examines the legacy of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.

First Annual Midwest Real Estate Challenge in Chicago

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Bucheli Wins Mira Wilkins Prize

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Marcelo Bucheli, assistant professor of business administration, has won the 2011 Mira Wilkins Prize for the Best Article on International Business History.

Student Innovators Awarded Best New Product

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Former College of Business student Daniel Klein is part of Tiesta Tea leadership team awarded Best New Product for 2011 World Tea Expo.

BADM 532/3: Inc. Magazine's Best Entrepreneurship Courses

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professors Madhu Viswanathan and John Clark teach BADM 532/533: Sustainable Product and Market Development for Subsistence Marketplaces, a course sequence included in Inc. Magazines' 2011 Top 10 list.

Pennacchi Research Finds Analyst Coverage Facilitates Stock Price Drops

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, professor of finance, is quoted for his research that finds heavily analyzed stocks are more likely to suffer price drops when disappointing news comes to light.

51st Annual Spring Luncheon

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

920 Business Illini converged in Chicago to celebrate and network with fellow alumni.

Brown: Universities Focus on Growing Endowments, Not Supporting Students

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is quoted for his views of misguided endowment handling in the Chronicle of Higher Education.

Gas Price Fluctuations Not Unusual, Says Fullerton

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Don Fullerton, formerly deputy assistant secretary of the US Treasury Department, says real, inflation-adjusted price of a gallon of gas has barely budged over the past five decades.

Somaya Explains Rising ITC Case Load

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, professor of business administration, explains how the US International Trace Commission can tip the balance for mobile patent holders.

Somaya: The Upside of Clients Hiring Employees Away from Your Company

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Deepak Somaya and his colleagues provides strong evidence of improved business when a client hires a company's employee.

No Joke: College of Business Team Wins J&J National Case Competition

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 CST

Connor Matthews and his teammates won first place in the Johnson and Johnson National Case Competition.

Brand Connected Consumer: White at TedxUIUC (Video)

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Associate Professor Tiffany White speaks to the crowd at TEDxUIUC this year about how consumers form connections with the brands around them.

Important to Know Impact of Student Fees Says Olsen

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, student body president, tells the Daily Illini it is important to be well informed about student fees.

Michael Addresses Importance of University Brand Before Faculty Senate

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Steven Michael, professor of business administration, said a Senate report failed to address the importance of a University?s ?brand? in the minds of potential students, as well as potential employers.

Cheng's "Bold Experiement" Involving Leading Researchers in Industry, Government, and Academia

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Joseph Cheng, professor of business administration, is leading an international collaboration to produce innovation.

IBC Assists Fledgling Food Entrepreneurs

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Business Consulting is working with Flatlander, a volunteer organization to submit a plan to help the volunteers determine the right business structure for a community kitchen.

Miller Research Uses Spending Behavior for Improved Assessment of Hunger in The Economist

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, and a colleague from the University of California suggest government and agency benchmarks for hunger miss important realities captured by eating choices.

Consuming Weird Stuff: Otnes Responds to UPI

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Cele Otnes, professor of business administration, tells United Press International that much of consumer decision making is irrational.

Pennacchi Study Directs Focus to Pension Plan Funding Needs, Not Peer Performance

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

A study by George Pennacchi, professor of finance, and student Mahdi Rastad is the basis for this story looking at state and local pension funds.

Brown Blog: Consequences of Delaying Social Security Reform

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, exposes partisan views of delaying social security reform.

Kindt Rejects Gambling Expansion Idea to Pay for New Roads

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, argues gambling expansion increases burden on Texas economy.

Dharmapala Research Estimates Each $1 of Repatriated Profit Yields $.60-$.92 Dividend Increase

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dhammika Dharmapala, professor of finance, conducted ressearch with colleagues from MIT and Harvard that suggests repatriated profits translate to shareholder dividends even though law forbids such use.

Accountancy in China: Getting Bigger, Merging and Getting More International

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Stephen Chipman, CEO of Grant Thornton LLP, visited the University of Illinois College of Business for the first Department of Accountancy Lyceum lecture of the semester. His March 7 talk focused on China?s changing economic, political and social dynamics.

Brown: Public Sector Provides More Generous Benefits and Greater Employer Subsidies

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is referenced in this story comparing public and private job compensation.

Dharmapala Research Finds Repatriated Profits Increase Shareholder Payout

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research performed by Dhammika Dharmapala, professor of finance, and two colleagues is cited in this story about proposed tax holidays.

Kola Foundation and MBA Benefit Poorest Indian Reservation in the Nation

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

MBA students who started the Kola Foundation to help residents of Pine Ridge Indian Reservation distribute $80,000 worth of supplies.

Renovated Lincoln Hall Sustainable and Exciting Says Olsen

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Student Body President David Olsen is quoted in the Daily Illini for his views on the Lincoln Hall renovation.

Dharmapala Notes Lack of Demand or Investment Opportunities Holding Back Profit Repatriation

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor of Finance Dhammika Dharmapala is quoted in Bloomberg for a story on a possible attempt to lure profits from overseas with a $1 Trillion Tax Holiday.

Cheng Comments on the Fragile Japanese Economy

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Joseph L. C. Cheng, professor of business administration, speaks with News Bureau reporter Phil Ciciora about how the catastrophic earthquake in Japan will effect an already fragile economy.

Brown: Leadership Needed for Illinois Pension Reform

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey R. Brown, professor of finance, says the state of Illinois needs to get serious and create a fiscally sustainable pension-reform plan.

Energy, Optimism, and Enthusiasm Win Another Case Competition

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Undergraduate Affairs drives honors students to a Big 10 case competition win.

List of Business Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students-FALL 2010

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

The results for the FALL 2010 administration of student ratings of instructors are now available. Results are based on ICES questionnaires.

A Minute With Cele Otnes: When Consumers are In on the Joke

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Cele Otnes, professor of business administration, explains the consumption of products with marginal value and utility.

US News Ranks MBA Programs

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

US News and World Report released their 2012 rankings for graduate schools of business today. Illinois? rank is 37, up 5 places from last year.

Kola: ?Friend? in the Lakota Language

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Kola Foundation, a new nonprofit organization started by a group of MBA students, hosts a philanthropic event for the nation's poorest Indian reservation.

Japan Disaster Relief Fund

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Japan House and the College of Fine and Applied Arts have established a fund with the University of Illinois Foundation to aid the people of Japan directly affected by the recent earthquake and tsunami.

Fullerton Explains Gas Prices

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, blogs about historic gas prices in real dollars.

Vote on Institute of Aviation Uncertain Says Olsen

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, student body president and member of the Urbana-Champaign Senate Educational Policy Committee, believes the outcome of an upcoming vote is still uncertain.

April Summit Promotes Collaborative Research on International Competitiveness

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

A new collaborative center providing research leadership in the study of complex international competitiveness issues is hosting a summit with a unique goal ? to promote large-scale, team-based interdisciplinary research generating breakthrough knowledge for major advancement.

MBA Students Aid Pine Ridge Indian Reservation

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Kola Foundation, a non-profit organization started by UI MBA students, will be distributing $80,000 worth of supplies to the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota on Friday.

Bol Finds Organizational Structure and Social Networking Influence Employee Learning

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Research by Jasmijn Bol, professor of accountancy, finds workplace management innovations diffuse gradually through employee social networks.

Brown and Pennacchi: The Champaign Gamble

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professors Jeffrey Brown and George Pennacchi's guest commentary is top story in The News Gazette Sunday edition.

Three-time State Medalist Joins College

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Competitive gymnast Carolyn Cozza will start as an undergraduate in the College of Business next year.

Brown in the Washington Post, "At Some Point, You Have to Pay the Piper."

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, finance professor and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, sees massive pension shortfalls weighing heavily on governments.

Brown and Pennacchi on Illinois Pension Reform

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professors Jeffrey Brown and George Pennacchi are interviewed for insights into the Illinois Pension situation and its reform.

4 Reasons Why the Government Should Not Issue Annuities

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, makes a compelling case for not creating another government program.

Viswanathan Assists Team Creating Cell Phone Animations for Marketplace Literacy

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, is working with researchers at Illinois to produces animated educational videos that people around the world can watch, over and over again, on their cell phones.

Brown?s Advice for Advisers

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, gives advice to financial advisers who counsel clients on retirement strategies.

Viswanathan Contributes to Scientific Animations Without Borders Initiative

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, professor of business administration, is collaborating with a campus group to create and distribute cell phone animations to improve marketplace literacy.

Assistant in Finance Honored for Teaching Excellence by the Illinois Student Senate.

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Teaching assistant Seda Durguner shares the spotlight with three other teachers from around campus for the annual campus teaching award from the Illinois Student Senate.

Brown: We Need a New Model for Retirement

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, calls for changes to how we think about retirement planning.

Bazzani Lecturer: "We Need to Consume Less, Save More and Grow."

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Economist Douglas Holtz-Eakin, speaker at the annual Bazzani Lecture co-sponsored by the Center for Business and Public Policy, said he's optimistic the United States can and will solve its problems.

Olsen ?11 to Receive Weinstein Student Leadership in Business Award

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Graduating Senior David Olsen will be honored in May with the Weinstein Student Leadership in Business Award.

Fullerton: Pollution Tax Rebates Not Enough to Protect Low Paid

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, finance professor, says that using revenue from pollution taxes to lessen its regressiveness on low-wage workers is not enough to offset higher commodity prices and shrunken real wages that would result from such a tax.

Writing on the Wall: Praise for Business Career Services

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Protiviti team shares praise for the Business Career Services office.

Mahoney Receives 2011 Irwin Outstanding Educator Award

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Business Policy and Strategy (BPS) Division of the Academy of Management has announced that the 2011 Irwin Outstanding Educator Award recipient will be Professor of Business Administration and Caterpillar Chair in Business and Director of Graduate Studies Joseph T. Mahoney.

International Accountancy Scholar

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Emeritus Hanns Martin Schoenfeld died on February 24, 2011. He was 82.

Varsity Sport of MBA Programs

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

With generous support from corporate sponsors, the Illinois MBA hosted the 3rd Annual MBA Strategy Case Competition February 10-12, 2011.

Internationally Renowned Economist Delivers Bazzani Lecture

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy is co-sponsoring the 8th annual Bazzani Lecture. Economist Douglas Holtz-Eakin will present on February 24.

2010 Fall College of Business Dean's List

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dean?s list eligibility is limited to the top 20 percent of a student?s college class or curriculum.

Brown Explains Upcoming Illinois Bond Issue in the Washington Post

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown explains the upcoming bond issue by the State of Illinois with a simple analogy.

Gunsalus Responds for Inside Higher Ed: A Patronizing Colleague

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration and coordinator of undergraduate education, responds to a reader asking how to deal with a patronizing colleague.

Gunsalus: ?Almost Everybody Wakes Up Every Day and Wants to Do the Right Thing.?

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Tina Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration and coordinator of undergraduate education, is quoted in American Scientist.

Fullerton Identified as Senior Participant of Climate and Energy Policy Center

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, Gutgsell Professor of Finance and Institute of Government and Public Affairs, has been identified as a senior participant of an NSF-funded climate/energy policy center at the University of Chicago.

Albarracin Research on "Was Doing" versus "Did"

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, and her colleague publish research in Psychological Science suggesting past tense narratives are less vivid and less intentional when judging other's intentions.

Gunsalus Elected Council Delegate to 2010 AAAS

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

C.K. Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration and coordinator of undergraduate education, was elected as a Council Delegate to the 2010 American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Early Excellence Among James Scholars

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

On January 24th Rockwell Collins challenged the freshman and sophomore class of James Scholars to a case competition.

Fullerton Asks, ?How Much Should Congress Leave to the Regulators??

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Don Fullerton blogs about current efforts to take power from the EPA and what it could mean for polluters.

Brown's Testimony Praised by The American Council of Life Insurers

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, is quoted for his research on life annuities and worker interest.

Fresh and Innovative Approach to the Illinois MBA

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Three aspiring MBA students recently competed in the University of Illinois' first-ever MBA Scholarship Case Competition and walked away with scholarship offers in hand.

Fullerton Comments on Climate Policy Research

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton, professor of finance, notes the importance of a study authored by MIT researchers looking at divergent cost estimates for climate policy.

Video: Brown Testifies Before US Congress about Encouraging Better Retirement Decisions

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor and Director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, Jeffrey Brown, believes achieving a secure retirement income is an important policy goal.

Albarracin Research Links Physical Activity to Political Participation

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, and her colleagues publish research in Psychological Science suggesting physical activity could be used to encourage people to vote.

Gunsalus Responds for Inside Higher Ed: Boss Who Plays Favorites

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Gunsalus, professor emerita of business administration and coordinator of undergraduate education, responds to a reader asking how to deal with a boss who plays favorites.

Albarracin Research Finds Exercise Campaigns May Promote Eating More

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Dolores Albarracin, professor of business administration, finds a significant increase in the volume of food eaten by people exposed to messages promoting exercise.

Kindt - Larger Casinos Mean Greater Local Economy Job Losses

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt's gambling research is referenced in a story about a proposed casino in Western New York.

3rd Straight Accounting Competition Win

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Daily Illini coverage of the PwC case competition win by students in the College of Business.

Brown Comments on Baby Boomers' Retirement Planning for Chicago Tribune

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown explains how some retirees are affected by the windfall elimination provision of Social Security.

Cheng Leads Effort to Generate Breakthrough Knowledge and International Economic Competitiveness

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Joseph Cheng, professor of business administration and principle investigator for CASIC prepares a timely research summit, to be held in April.

Magelli's Adventure to the Top of the World

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Paul Magelli, senior director, Illinois Business Consulting, gives an interview following his trip to Tanzania, Africa, to climb the world's tallest freestanding mountain rise.

Business Students Make Case Competition History

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

For an amazing third year in a row, business students from ILLINOIS won the national round of the PwC xACT case competition.

Business Students Advance to National KPMG Case Competition in NY

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Students Ben Grozier, Alex Hepp, Chris Liquin and Lindsey Morrow won the Midwest regional round of KPMG?s Global Case Study Competition and will advance to the national competition in New York, NY on February 4, 2011.

Viswanathan Paper Receives JPP&M/Kinnear Award

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

The Thomas C. Kinnear/Journal of Public Policy & Marketing Award will be presented at the American Marketing Association?s 2011 Winter Marketing Educators? Conference in Texas to Madhu Viswanathan and two colleagues.

Viswanathan Research Runner-up for Journal of Marketing Awards

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Madhu Viswanathan and colleagues wrote a paper identified as runner-up in two prestigious Journal of Marketing Awards.

Ikenberry Named Dean of Colorado University Leeds School of Business

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor David L. Ikenberry is scheduled to take on his new role March 1, 2011.

PwC Announces ILLINOIS as National xTREME Accounting Competition Finalist

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

ILLINOIS is one of five schools represented at the national xACT finals January 20-21 in New York City.

Business Undergrads Awarded Study Abroad Scholarships

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Rabia Halim, Alma Aguila, and Pedro Aguirre were each awarded Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships to study abroad this spring.

Public Pensions Ripe for Reform, Says Brown in BusinessWeek

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor and Pension Expert Jeffrey Brown expresses his frustration with the debate of taxpayers versus government workers; sees opportunity for all.

Video: Kindt Interviewed about Illinois Gambling Expansion Bill

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed on local television news station WCIA about a bill pending in Springfield to expand gambling around the state.

Kendrith Roland Was a Dedicated Faculty Member

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor Kendrith Roland, DBA, passed away December 30, 2010.

MBA Voted #9 ROI (#3 in U.S.) by BusinessWeek, January 2011

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

The latest BusinessWeek ranking puts the ILLINOIS MBA in 9th place for best return on investment.

Liu: Outsourcing Hurts Society in Lost Jobs and Higher Prices

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Yunchuan "Frank" Liu, professor of business administration, gives his research insights into the harmful effects of outsourcing.

ILLINOIS Accountancy on the World Stage

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

A strong indication of ILLINOIS' world-renown in accountancy education was heard loud and clear this past summer at the European Accounting Association?s annual congress held in Istanbul, Turkey.

Honors Trip Fortune

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Perez ?13 writes to Dean John Hedeman about a chance benefit stemming from a study abroad trip.

Kenneth Perry Legacy

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Kenneth Perry influenced many students with his dedication to accountancy education. Several of his former students have started a fellowship in his name.

Nurturing Connections in Real Estate

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Alumni reach out and apply their knowledge and contacts to FIN 541 Real Estate Economics students.

Gajendran Research: Telecommuting Has An Overall Beneficial Effect

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Ravi Gajendran, professor of business administration, is quoted in this Chicago Tribune story, "Working from home can be a "win-win for employees and employers."

Olsen '11 Appointed to Vice President/Chancellor Search at ILLINOIS

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, Student Body President and business senior, will apply his dedication and experience to the committee charged with finding a new chancellor for the ILLINOIS campus.

A MINUTE WITH... John Kindt on Gambling in Illinois

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor and legal policy expert John Kindt responds to questions about expanding gambling in Illinois for job growth and increasing revenue.

Magelli Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro for Heart Disease in Tribune

Mon, 03 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Paul Magelli is pictured with his son and grandson at O'hare International Airport as they depart for Tanzania. Follow them at http://www.myclimb.org/.

Dunne '11 Wins SIOR Scholarship

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Briana Dunne, a senior in finance with a concentration in real estate, plans to take advantage of the SIOR scholarship to network with the Chicago real estate community.

Richard M. Hill Was a Celebrated Teacher and Distinguished Professor

Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 CST

Professor Emeritus of Business Administration and Distinguished Professor of Industrial Distribution Richard M. Hill passed away December 12, 2010.

Brown Says Shift Toward Individual Responsibility Has Swung Too Far

Thu, 30 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Jeffrey Brown, William G. Karnes professor, and Director of the Center for Business and Public Policy argues for a new model of retirement.

Otnes on Gift Giving Reciprocity in NY Times

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Cele Otnes is quoted for her research on ritual behavior during the holidays.

Viswanathan Lessons Scripted Into Film on Microfinance in WSJ

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

The film, ?Shakti Pirakkudhu? explains what film-maker Usha Rajeswari sees happening to micro-financed women-owned businesses in Tamil Nadu, India.

Governor Quinn Names Jack Lavin '84 Chief of Staff

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Governor Pat Quinn named Jack Lavin as his Chief of Staff. Lavin previously served as the state?s Chief Operating Officer.

Venugopal '11 MBA Wins Base of Pyramid Essay Competition

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

For his winning essay, "Lessons from an Education Venture in the Low-Income Villages of Tamil Nadu," Srinivas Venugopal received $4,000.

Accountancy Senior Wins Award as Top Male Athelete at ILLINOIS

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Scott Langley, senior in accountancy and NCAA golf champion, won the Dike Eddleman Award as the top athlete at ILLINOIS.

Brown asks, "Is Illinois Wimpy?"

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

?I will gladly pay you Tuesday for a hamburger today,? says the well-known character in the Popeye cartoon series. Professor Jeffrey Brown thinks Illinois fiscal practices are well-likened to the character's dubious assurances.

Kindt Blames Short-Sighted Interior Department for 7 Year Drilling Moratorium

Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt, Law of the Sea expert, blames scandal-ridden Interior Department for making the "ridiculous decision" to ban U.S. costal oil drilling.

Richard Hill Remembered

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Richard M. Hill, professor emeritus of business administration and distinguished professor of industrial distribution, died Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010 in Urbana.

Business Fraternity Responds to a Brother in Need

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Recent graduate and cancer survivor Casey White '10 worked with Phi Gamma Nu, a business fraternity, to raise funds for the American Brain Tumor Foundation.

Business Illini Advance to National PwC xACT Case Competition

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

This year?s team members, Daniel Ettleson, Steven Heiss, Nighath Hussain, Stephanie Korinek and Eric Rosenbaum have won the chance to compete in the national competition.

What Is The January Effect?

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Josef Lakonishok is cited in this analysis of the financial market phenomenon.

Strategy and Court Specialization Driving Increase in Smart-Phone Litigation

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Research by Professor Deepak Somaya finds that company strategy, the nationality of the defendant and prior experience with the U.S. International Trade Commission are significant factors when firms go court shopping for filing patent cases.

University President Receives Warm Welcome by Deloitte

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

President Hogan blogs about an October 19th reception hosted by Deloitte & Touche LLP in Chicago to welcome him and his wife to the University.

Kindt: Legalizing Online Gambling Bad Bet for Lame-Duck Congress

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt says don't be surprised if a bill legalizing online gambling is floated by outgoing House Democrats under the auspices of revenue generation.

Olsen and ISS Lobby for More University Funding

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Student Senate President and Business Senior, David Olsen, comments on the organization's lobbying efforts with State legislators Wednesday.

Business Student Collects Scarves for Treatment Center

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Kristina Connolly '08 enlisted the aid of people all over the United States to make scarves that are donated to treatment centers for eating disorders.

Business Student Cuts Her Own Path

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 CST

Shaistah Bahrainwala, honors senior in finance, uses connections to secure a job after college with McKinsey and Company.

Margolis '84 Keynote Speaker at 16th Annual Wharton Health Care Business Conference

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeff Margolis, chairman and chief executive officer of Trizetto, will speak at the annual conference in Philadelphia in February.

Lanesskog Estimates 1/3 of ILLINOIS MBA Students Find Jobs Through Referrals

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Stig Lanesskog, associate dean for the MBA program, comments on hiring dynamics for MBA students in the current market.

Social Security is Only One Piece of the Puzzle, Says Brown

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown considers changes geared to fix Social Security.

Email Better Supplement Than Substitute: Northcraft in USNews

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Gregory Northcraft is quoted in a story about the dynamics of email and face-to-face meetings.

Great Example of Dedication

Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Leiby S. Hall trustee Harold Alsup addresses the newest round of scholarship recipients.

Phi Gamma Nu?s Mr. Business Competition

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

The 3rd annual Mr. Business competition was hosted on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 in the Gregory Hall auditorium to raise money for the Don Moyer?s Boys and Girls Club of Champaign.

Business Students Learn About Workplace Ethics

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Tim Reierson ?81, PricewaterhouseCoopers partner, spoke to students at the ?Making Ethical Decisions in the Workplace? workshop sponsored by the Illinois Leadership Center.

Business Students Win KPMG Case Study Competition, Advance To Regional Competition

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Students Ben Grozier, Alex Hepp, Chris Liquin and Lindsey Morrow won KPMG?s International Case Study Competition and will advance to the regional competition held in Chicago, IL on January 14, 2011.

Brown: U.S. Retirement System Needs Systematic Rethinking

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown responds to questions about the U.S. retirement system, common mistakes employees make, and shifting risk from employer to employee.

Solomon: Students Perceive Importance of Accounting

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Recent scandals have shown students that accounting matters. Professor Ira Solomon is quoted on changing focus of the accountancy major.

Career Skills for Top Engineers

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business now offers a one-year Masters of Technology Management Program designed specifically for newly graduated engineers before they enter the workplace.

Democratic Corporate Regulation

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

On Tuesday, November 2 in the Deloitte Auditorium, a lecture and discussion focused on the corporate response to regulation.

Student Blog: BDX 2010!!!

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Luis Miguel shares his excitement about the College's Business Diversity Exchange.

What is diversity?

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

This past Saturday 250 students joined with representatives from 13 companies to participate in the College?s annual Business Diversity Exchange.

Audio: Brown Recommends Employees Stay Longer in Workforce in NPR Marketplace

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, contributes to an NPR story on American retirement. 5:30:7:07

True Wealth: Meeting Warren Buffett

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

On Friday, October 22, a group of 20 honors students, along with John Hedeman, dean of Business Honors visited Warren Buffett, billionaire investor, in his hometown of Omaha.

Brown's Insights on Long-Term Care Insurance in NYT

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown is cited for his research that argues Medicaid coverage effectively represents an "implicit tax" on private long-term care insurance.

Two-year MBA Scholarships for Case Competition Winners in News Gazette

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

The MBA Program is hosting a case competition in February for MBA applicants. Winners will receive tuition scholarships to the full-time MBA program.

Should Government Insure Private Markets?

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

In Public Insurance and Private Markets (AEI Press, 2010), Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, and a group of leading economists critically examine whether the government should increase its role in five private insurance markets: pension fund shortfalls, crop losses, property damage from floods and other natural catastrophes, bank failure, and terrorism.

The Auditor General's Role in the Impeachment of Rod Blagojevich

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

What were the circumstances that led to the impeachment of Rod Blagojevich? Most Illinoisans would likely say it was the allegation that he tried to sell the U.S. Senate seat of Barack Obama after he was elected president. And though that scandal certainly got everyone's attention, it actually was a continuation of a pattern of abuse of power that began long before November 2008, says Illinois Auditor General William Holland.

Panel of Experts Discuss Environmental Regulations

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy hosted a panel discussion on October 19, titled ?Environmental Regulations: Building a Low Carbon Society,? which included lectures by three experts in the field of environmental regulations.

C. K. Gunsalus Directs New National Center for Professional and Research Ethics

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

The National Center for Professional and Research Ethics was created with a five-year, $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.

Prospective MBA Students at the University of Illinois' College of Business are Being Offered a Golden Opportunity

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 CST

On February 4th, 2011, the College will host its first annual ?Illinois MBA Scholarship Case Competition,? at Accenture?s Chicago Headquarters.

Speed Majoring Connects Under- and Upper- Classmen

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

For the past five years, Business Career Services has offered a speed majoring program to educate freshmen and sophomores about career opportunities available through the College of Business?s majors. Pnina Steiner, senior director of business career services, describes the program.

Kindt Speaks in Arlington Community Forum

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt explains to Arlington Heights community how collateral costs outweigh predicted revenues of adding slot machines to Arlington Park racetrack.

Risk Assessment in a Dynamic Environment

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

University of Illinois accountancy students got an up close and personal look at the work being done by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board when Joe St. Denis, the director of the Office of Research and Analysis at the PCAOB, visited campus for the recent Department of Accountancy Lyceum.

EMBA Student Receives Bronze Star for Afghanistan Service

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

John Maher '12 EMBA has a celebrated military career in addition to his professional one as a partner of Duane Morris in Chicago.

Mark Vonnahme, Professor/CEO

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Mark Vonnahme recently took over the MSF Program in finance. His history as a CEO merges with his new duties to give students a boost from their school lives into their professional lives.

Solomon Quoted on Accounting Industry Changes in Crains

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Ira Solomon says accounting firms are protecting themselves more with fees and increased scrutiny of clients.

Solomon Attributes Accountancy Degree Rise to Smarter Students

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Ira Solomon explains a historic increase in accountancy degrees in Crains. He says smart students figure out where the jobs are and act accordingly.

Top Exelon Executive Makes Case for Clean Energy Future

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

This Exelon press release describes William Von Hoene's talk at an event sponsored by the Center for Business and Public Policy.

Two Business Students Included in 2010 Homecoming Court

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Matthew Jones, a senior in accountancy and finance, and David Olsen, student body president and senior in finance and management-international business, have been chosen to participate in the 2010 homecoming court.

Deloitte Fireside Chat IV: Responsibility for Preventing and Detecting Financial Reporting Fraud

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

October 26, 2010: Audio broadcast live 2:00 pm ET on www.sechistorical.org. Moderated by Professor Ira Solomon, Head Department of Accountancy, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with: Joseph Carcello, University of Tennessee at Knoxville Cynthia Fornelli, Center for Audit Quality Robert Kueppers, Deloitte LLP

Center for Business and Public Policy Hosts Expert Panel on Energy Regulation

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Don Fullerton moderated a discussion between Bill Von Hoene Jr., EVP Exelon, Mark Brownstein, deputy director of the Environmental Defense Fund's energy program, and Jon Anda, vice chairman and head of environmental markets for UBS Securities.

Consumer Sentiment Shaped by Differing Cultural Attitudes Toward Power

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Sharon Shavitt says the relation between culture and one's concepts of power emerge from one's cultural orientation, and how that culture shapes one's beliefs, attitudes and goals.

MBA Scholarship Case Competition Announced

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

On Friday, February 4, 2011, all prospective MBA students have the opportunity to win scholarships covering MBA program costs.

Lectures in Business Bring New Insights

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy invited three nationally acclaimed economists to a debate on financial regulation and the prevention of another economic crisis at the Business Instructional Facility on Tuesday.

Viswanathan Blogs About Innovative Empowerment of Poor Americans in HBR Online

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Madhu Viswanathan suggests developing know-why through marketplace literacy may be what's needed to enable US would-be micro-entrepreneurs to realize their creative potential and revitalize their communities.

Olsen '11 Weighs in on Administration Town Hall

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen, student body president, said students are wondering how the "one university, three campuses" model promoted by Hogan would affect the value of their degree from this campus.

Gambling for Freedom: Kindt Quoted

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt estimates that for every dollar a state receives in gambling revenues, it costs the state nearly $3 to fund escalating criminal justice and social welfare programs.

Nuances of Corporate Cash Hoarding in WSJ

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professors Heitor Almeida and Murillo Campello explain possible factors at work behind claims that corporate America is shoring up cash instead of sharing it with shareholders.

Expansion Goal Unites Entrepreneurs Without Borders

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Entrepreneurs Without Borders, a global student organization started at ILLINOIS, works to enrich chapter experiences and expand their ranks.

Business Student Helps Eliminate Paper Waste

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Arpan Shah '11, senior in Business co-founded PrintEco, a group developing paper-saving software.

Examining the Past, Looking Toward the Future

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

How do you sum up the changes in the accounting profession over the last 40 years? Jim Cook, a partner with Ernst & Young, and his daughter Pam Cook, a senior audit associate with Deloitte, took up that question at the recent Department of Accountancy Lyceum. And one eye-opening way they demonstrated the differences between 1970 and 2010 was by using some very telling numbers from Ford Motor Company's annual reports.

D'Souza '11 Elected Indian Students Association President

Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

Atina D?Souza, senior in the College of Business, studying Marketing and Management, concentrating in International Business has been elected as the President of the association for the academic year 2010-2011.

CIBER Receives Federal Grant Funding Through 2014

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), a joint program of the College of Business and International Programs and Studies was awarded a Title VI grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Financial Regulation: Preventing Another Crisis

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy is hosting a debate between three nationally known financial experts. "Financial Regulation: Preventing Another Crisis," will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 12 in the Deloitte Auditorium of the Business Instructional Facility.

Weak Economy May Weaken Small Firms More

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

When the economy sours, small firms seeking credit tend to face higher costs of financing, leading them to reinvest their profits before they pay off creditors, according to research published by finance professors Heitor Almeida and Murillo Campello.

Select Access for College in New Career Networking Service

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 CST

LinkedIn's new Career Explorer gives access to ILLINOIS College of Business students.

EMBA Program #14 in WSJ

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

A recent ranking of Executive MBA programs by the Wall Street Journal places the ILLINOIS program at #14 primarily due to strong alumni input and an assessment of skills taught in the program.

Brown Comments on Equity-indexed Annuities

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, William G. Karnes professor of finance, describes the complexity of equity-indexed annuities for a story on a state investigation of a Champaign investment firm.

Career Advantages of a CME Lab Fellow

Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Expertise with financial software like Capital IQ gives Business Illini an edge after graduation. Nate Barajas '10 returns with gratitude for the Margolis Market Information Lab.

Alumni Connect at the 2010 Business Career Fair

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

This year 800 alumni recruiters came representing 75% of the 190 attending companies.

Delta Sigma Pi/KPMG Charity Golf Outing

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

This Saturday, students and faculty in the College of Business will golf to raise money for charity.

Career Fair at ARC

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Daily Illini reports on the first day of the College of Business' Fall 2010 Business Career Fair at the Activities and Recreation Center, or ARC, last Tuesday.

Making Tea Cool

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Student entrepreneur Klein '11 is building a tea business.

2010 Business Career Fair

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Representatives from Allstate, Kraft Foods, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Walgreens, and others attended the first day of the Business career fair.

Cultivating International Business Connections

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Representatives of the University of San Paulo in Brazil shared a dinner with College faculty and students in BIF last week.

Recruiters Rank ILLINOIS Grads Top 3 in WSJ

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

A Wall Street Journal study surveyed 479 public and private companies, nonprofits, and government agencies to find that Penn State, Texas A&M, and ILLINOIS produce the best graduates.

Almeida: Three Decades of Cash Hoarding Businesses

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

The U.S. economy is experiencing anemic growth, yet businesses are sitting on a mountain of cash worth nearly $2 trillion, according to Federal Reserve estimates. According to Heitor Almeida, professor of finance, this trend is nothing new for businesses.

COMING SOON! College of Business Yearbook, ?Sixth Street?

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Sixth Street allows business students to leave the University with their memories intact. The yearbook captures the memories of college experiences and friends.

The Path Forward in Auditing

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Cynthia Fornelli began the first Accountancy lyceum of Fall 2010 by telling hundreds of students packed in the Deloitte Auditorium about the Center for Auditing Quality.

Business Students on Bronze Tablet

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

Of the 233 names appearing on the University's 2010 Bronze Tablet, 21 are graduates with business degrees.

National Leadership of Business Advisors

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 CST

During her two-year term as the Commission Chair for the National Academic Advising Association Teresa D'Urso improved the recognition of its professional members.

College of Business Senior to Represent U.S. at World Amateur Team Championships

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy undergraduate Scott Langley '11 and two others will represent the U.S. at the 2010 World Amateur Team Championship, the United States Golf Association announced Sunday.

Michael: Longer Training Increases Franchise Success

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

The research of Steve Michael, professor of business administration, and a co-author from Florida State gives franchisors and franchisees insight into contributing factors of what makes some succeed and some fail.

Something Special is Happening in Accountancy at ILLINOIS

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

During the past academic year accountancy students were integral to winning four top national-level case competitions in the College of Business.

Brown on Pensions in The Chronicle

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, says cutting academic-labor market pensions may not save as much as hoped.

Patel ?11, Hughes ?11, and Sullivan ?12 Share Business Fraternity Insights

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business undergrads Akhil Patel, Rae Hughes, Jamie Sullivan dispel the common misconception that Business fraternities are all-business.

National Top 10 Real Estate Program

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Finance Department's Real Estate program is ranked number 8 according to this article in Collegerag.net.

Gregarious Accountancy/Business Administration Major: Chalkey '13

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

College of Business student, Cody Chalkey is interviewed by an Ottawa, IL newspaper.

Brown Explains Windfall Elimination Provision

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, finance professor and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, gives a clear explanation of Social Security Administration's WEP and why it is necessary.

Lakonishok Stock Fund Wisdom

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Josef Lakonishok, finance professor, tells us that any fund manager who outperforms one year can expect to continue to outperform for a maximum of 10 subsequent quarters.

CBPP Blog: Why That Illinois Pension Check Will (Most Likely) Be in the Mail

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, considers precedent and asserts his belief that Illinois pensioners are likely to receive their benefits.

Gunsalus Comments on High Price of Misconduct Investigations

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

C. K. Gunsalus says she does not see much justification for assertions that investigations into research misconduct are always expensive.

Van Arsdell New Deloitte & Touche LLP CEO

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business proudly shares the news that Stephen C. Van Arsdell ?72, ?73 MAS, a long-time advisor, supporter, and friend, now leads Deloitte & Touche LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP.

Dirk Hackbarth: Sharing Enthusiasm for the Field of Finance

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

In a recent interview Associate Professor of Finance Dirk Hackbarth shared his great satisfaction working in the College of Business.

Kindt: Online Betting a House of Cards for World Economy

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed about the latest push to legalize online gambling.

Summer Competition in Brazil for Honors Students

Tue, 03 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

This summer the College of Business teamed up with the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, to challenge students from both universities in an international case competition.

Large Fraction of Americans Not Prepared for Retirement in Tribune

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy is quoted in this Tribune story about young workers in the Chicago area.

Framing Hugely Impacts Retirement Decisions

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

A study of retirement-age adults by Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance, is considered in this analysis of behavioral economics and retirement.

Internet Gambling Legalization Bid Seen as Long Shot in ABC News

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 CST

US Senator Spencer Bachus quotes John Kindt, professor of business administration, labels Internet gambling as the "crack cocaine" of betting.

IBC Offers Discounts for Services to Local Champaign Businesses

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Business Consulting and the Illini Entrepreneurship Center Network are offering deep discounts for professional services applied for by August 15, 2010.

Kindt Says "Keep the Ban" in NYT: Room for Debate

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Join Professor John Kindt and seven other thoughtful contributors as they debate the legalization of Internet gambling.

Top Master's Programs in Taxation

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Education-Portal.com, a resource hub for students and working professionals, lists the ILLINOIS MS Tax Program.

Dean's List: Spring 2010

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

College of Business students on the Spring 2010 Dean's List separated by declared major.

Arvan Teaching With Blogs

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Lanny Arvan, CIO and Associate Dean shares some of his experieces teaching with blogs in Inside Higher Ed.

Bengtsson Identifies Ethnicity Match among Venture Capital-Backed Startups in Businessweek

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Ola Bengtsson, professor of finance, discovered a significant liklihood that the founders of venture capital-backed startups will share the same ethnicity with the venture capitalists who serve on their boards.

BIF Responds to Students

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Balancing functionality, aesthetics and green goals, BIF incorporates industry-leading sustainability measures that students lobbied for at the outset of the building?s design.

Northcraft Gives Teamwork Advice

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

?Face to face, people have more confidence that others will do what they say they?ll do. Over e-mail, they trust each other less,? says Gregory Northcraft, professor of executive leadership at the University of Illinois.

Eighth-Ranked College for Real Estate

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Department of Finance within the College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign provides students with a rigorous and in depth degree program in real estate.

Business School Truths for the Career-Minded CIO (Slideshow)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

CIO Insight presents their 10 favorite "truths" covered in Professor Michael Preiss' new book, "101 Things I Learned in Business School."

Kurtz Comments on Champaign County Business Survey

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Adjunct Professor of Business Administration Jeffrey Kurtz responds to Central Illinois Business Magazine's question about recent survey results.

Kindt: Economic Drawbacks of Legalized Gambling

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

The $90 billion spent on gambling each year would galvanize the US economy if spent on goods and services.

Military Friendly School: College of Business at ILLINOIS

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business is reviewed on militaryfriendlyschools.com

Chambana Mom to Know: Khalilah Starks

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Khalilah Starks is an assistant director for Business Career Services, a dedicated mom and active blogger (http://highpoweredprofessional.com/).

Business Student Finds Real World Opportunity Close to Campus

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Tyler Dietz ?11, an undergraduate student in Business Administration learns the ropes at a startup company in the UI Research Park.

Lanesskog Recommendations for First Semester MBAs

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Stig Lanesskog, MBA associate dean, gives his recommendations for how students can prepare this summer to start an MBA program in the fall.

Otnes: Rituals that Target Customers Not Always Good for Business

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Businesses make an impression when they sing ?Happy Birthday? to customers, but the impression is not always a good one, according to new research by Cele Otnes.

Fullerton Comments on Urbana Gas Tax Proposal

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Don Fullerton says its better to have comparable taxes with competing jurisdictions.

Preis: 101 Things I learned in Business School

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 CST

Michael Preis, visiting professor of business administration offers quick-read lessons every business person should know.

Recent MBA Alumnus to Run New E-commerce Company

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

An e-commerce firm based in Germany has opened an office in the U of I Research Park. Patrick MacKay (MBA '10), has been named President of 004 Technologies USA. The company was founded by MBA alumnus Robert Hein ('98).

James Scholar Case Competition Builds Trust

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

College honors students win big with Rockwell Collins case competition.

Gambling Expansion Never Stops

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt comments in The Boston Globe on the expansion of gambling in Massachusetts.

Technology Saves Time at the Expense of Trust: Northcraft in TIME Magazine

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

A new study by Greg Northcraft, professor of business administration, argues that technology has made business people much more efficient, but much less effective.

Photo: Thank You, Dean Hedeman

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Honors students visiting Istanbul, Turkey send thanks to John Hedeman, Assistant Dean.

Ikenberry Stock Split Insight

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor David Ikenberry reports stocks that split have an average 8% greater return the following year than nonsplit stocks.

CIBER Funded Through 2014

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

The College and CIBER received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education.

Too Much E-mail Bad for Business

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Harry J. Gray Professor of Executive Leadership Gregory Northcraft quoted for his research.

EMBA Program Partners with Illinois Bankers Association

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

David Ikenberry, associate dean for executive programs and finance professor, describes the benefits bankers gain with an MBA.

Public Pension Morass

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, professor of finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, comments on public and private pensions.

Audio: Pearson Sees Exchange Benefit in Derivatives Market Legislation

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Neil Pearson says he believes upcoming congressional legislation will help push old fashioned floor trading at the CBOE to more computer-based trading.

SESP ? A Great Resource for C-U Nonprofits

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

The College?s Social Entrepreneurship Summer Program kicked off with five days of presentations and workshops last week.

Corporate Confidence Bolsters Share Repurchasing

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor David Ikenberry quoted on increasing corporate share-repurchasing activity.

A Minute With Tiffany Barnett White

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor Tiffany Barnett White is interviewed about the Big Ten brand.

Green Riders Cruise to BIF

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Green Riders are a brother-sister team traveling across the country on electric bicycles en route to Washington D.C. promoting eco-friendly practices. While in C-U, they toured the Business Instructional Facility.

Business Triple Major Raises Money for Cancer

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Megan Larsen rides 4,500 miles in the Illini-4000 For Cancer to raise money for the cause.

Video: Kindt Interviewed About Effort to Legalize Internet Gambling

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, is interviewed on First Business for his thoughts on legalizing Internet-based gambling.

Brown Elected to National Insurance Association Board

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jeffrey Brown, William G. Karnes Professor of Finance and director of the Center for Business and Public Policy, was elected to the board of directors of the American Risk and Insurance Association.

Preparing for the Team Mindset of an MBA

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

MBA Dean Stig Lanesskog shares his advice for incoming MBA students.

Examining Finance: MSFE Director Lane Moderates UC Event

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Morton N. Lane, director of the Master of Science in Financial Engineering Program, will moderate a finance roundtable on trading strategies and technologies at the University of Chicago on Thursday.

Illinois: Worst-funded Pension System in the Nation

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown adds perspective to this Christian Science Monitor story on the pension fund crisis cropping up in states across the U.S.

Campello Honored for Growing Contributions to Finance

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Murillo Campello honored as a ?Rising Star? by NYU-Stern and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Viswanathan Gives Parkland College Commencement Keynote

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Madhu Viswanathan addressed approximately 1,100 Parkland College candidates for graduation on May 14, this year.

Worst Form of Gambling Now Banned

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt quoted on the recent U.S. ban of Internet Gambling

Safety vs. Drilling: Kindt Video Interview on First Business

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor and legal expert John Kindt is interviewed about the future of oil drilling in the U.S.

ILLINOIS Student Consultants Prove Themselves with Cozad International Portfolio Success

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 CST

Illinois Business Consulting, the all-student consulting firm managed by the College of Business, has performed excellent financial analyses for Cozad Asset Management, Inc. for five years.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Fellowships

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Through the generous support of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, the Department of Accountancy has named the following faculty as PwC Faculty Fellows beginning in August 16, 2010: Jasmijn Bol, Laura Li and Petro (Pete) Lisowsky.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Peer Tutoring Center

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP will generously fund what will be known as the PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Peer Tutoring Center (PTC) which will provide student-to-student tutoring services for undergraduate students enrolled in accountancy courses. The PTC will be a resource that complements the learning already occurring in the classroom and within groups.

Professor Kenneth Perry Fellowship

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

W. Brooke Elliott was awarded the initial Professor Kenneth Perry Fellowship beginning August 16, 2010. The Perry Fellowship was established by former students to recognize Professor Perry and to honor his contributions to accountancy education.

Accountancy Faculty Receives Promotion

Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

W. Brooke Elliott will be promoted to rank of associate professor with tenure effective, August 16, 2010. Professor Ira Solomon, Head of the Department of Accountancy, commented, ?The Department of Accountancy sets very high standards for promotion and tenure, Professor Elliott exemplifies the excellence embedded in these standards.?

50th Annual Spring Luncheon

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

A record crowd of 800 College of Business alumni attended the annual celebration and networking event.

Leveraging the Gulf Oil Disaster

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt, Law of the Sea Expert, argues the recent Gulf disaster should provoke strong safety measures, not a reduction of drilling.

Gas Prices Unlikely to Rise This Summer (USA Today)

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Don Fullerton gives his perspective on gas prices this summer.

New Retirees Often Make Poor Decisions

Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown finds retirement options are less desireable when positioned as an investment and more desireable when positioned as an income source.

Great Expectations

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor Cele Otnes studies how people get married.

Viswanathan Helps Create Virtual Global Farming Community

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor Madhu Viswanathan and a team of ILLINOIS educators, one MBA student, and two staff members created the Sustainable Development Virtual Knowledge Interface.

Managing BIF

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Carol Young, facilities manager for BIF, is spotlighted in Inside Illinois.

Pennacchi Says Shareholders are Lucky

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor George Pennacchi comments on the sale of Carolina First Bank at a fraction of its going stock price.

Kindt Identifies a New Crisis Under Construction

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor John Kindt writes a story for the New York Post about legislative forces at work seeking to decriminalize online gambling and the negative impact it would have on the U.S. economy.

A Flawless Education

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Calen Campanella was one of four Business students who graduated with a 4.0 grade point average last weekend.

Fullerton Organizes Research Panel on Climate Policy Implementation

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Twenty of the world?s top academic experts on energy and environmental economics will share research on how best to implement possible U.S. climate regulations during a conference for federal policy analysts.

Preis and Fang Predict Healthy Future of Food Business

Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professors Michael Preis and Eric Fang believe food businesses will continue participating in growing promotional trend around health and wellness.

Misleading Accounting and Illinois' Pension Perils

Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown blogs about the Illinois pension situation, prompting commentary by others.

Brown Focuses on Retirement Sustainability

Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown advocates retirement planning that considers sustainable approaches to living longer.

Fullerton: Summer Gasoline Price Surge Unlikely

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

?Barring the unforeseen, prices this summer aren?t going to be much different than they are now,? said Finance Professor and former deputy assistant secretary of the U.S. Treasury Department, Don Fullerton.

Accountancy Team Wins the Deloitte Foundation National Student Case Study Competition

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Competing against the ILLINOIS team in the 15th annual event were students from the University of Notre Dame, Howard University, University of Texas Austin, Miami University of Ohio and Brigham Young University.

Celebrating the Senior 100

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

27 of the Senior 100 are College of Business seniors this year.

Shoot for the Stars

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jerry Colangelo tells the inspiring story of his life at the annual Dale Cozad Lecture in Entrepreneurship.

A Passion for Positive Reporting

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Before an engaged audience of students and faculty, Robert Herz, chairman of the Federal Accountancy Standards Board, spoke about the work his organization is doing to evolve and improve accounting standards in the U.S., and the challenges associated with this work.

Confidence To Win

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Tom Finnegan and four committed students return from the Johnson & Johnson case competition with a win.

Video: Kindt Quoted on Peoria Vote Proposal

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt tells reporters the influx of gambling machines into Illinois represents more gambling than found in Nevada.

Tough Times Can Make Getting an EMBA Degree All the More Valuable

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

EMBA graduate David Dieter '10, Ovello LLC, discusses how an ILLINOIS EMBA helped him start his own company specializing in geospatial software.

"I Use the Knowledge of the [EMBA] Program Every Single Day"

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

EMBA graduate Carl Wendell '09, executive vice-president, VSGI LLC, describes the value of his degree in Crain's.

Brown and Weisbenner: University Investment Decisions Exacerbate Financial Woes

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professors Jeffrey Brown and Scott Weisbenner reveal the double hit of declining asset values and agressive reductions in payments endowments make to universities.

How to Succeed in a Transformed World

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

When Mark Goodburn, currently the vice chairman and head of advisory services for KPMG LLP, began his career in 1984, he was told that "it was an incredibly exciting time" to enter the profession.

Van Arsdell To Receive Honor From C-U Schools Foundation

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Steve Van Arsdell '72 '73 will be honored for his contributions to society at the sixth Distinguished Alumni Luncheon on Friday, April 30, 2010.

Ikenberry Describes EMBA Students in Crain's

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor David Ikenberry, associate dean of executive programs, is quoted in a story about MBA programs.

Contributing to Accountancy's Reputation for Excellence

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Brent Kerby '11 lead the winning team in a case competition sponsored by Deloitte and Switzerland's International Institute for Management Development.

Outstanding Graduate Accountancy Student

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jenna Mehalic receives the 2010 Federation of Schools Accountancy Student Award.

Business Major Leads ILLINOIS Student Body

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen '11, Student Body President and finance and international business major, introduces himself to ILLINOIS students in a Daily Illini Letter to the Editor.

Helping Local Small Businesses With a Plan

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Kurtz works with students interested in learning the business of consulting.

Burklund Honored with Chancellor's Distinguished Staff Award

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Becky Sue Burklund is a recruiting assistant for Business Career Services in the College of Business.

What Is the Auditor?s Role in Finding Fraud?

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy professor emeritus Andrew Bailey asks an important question of the PCAOB in CFO Magazine.

Somaya Study: Exclusive Licensing Deals a Tool for Collaboration

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Deepak Somaya finds that exclusive licensing deals curb risk and encourage cooperation between business partners.

Hobson Explores New Tool for Uncovering Financial Misreporting

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jessen Hobson is working on testing the limits of a new tool used to analyze voice patterns of those who report company earnings.

Tax Accounting Career Insights in the WSJ

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Norma Lauder '71, Klien '03, '04 and others provide insightful details for careers in tax accounting.

Students in Free Enterprise Place First Runner-up

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Ben Miller, freshman in Supply Chain Management and Information Systems and Information Technology tells all about his team's run for the SIFE World Cup.

Sun's Chief Colangelo Tells Business Students Not to Fear Failure

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jerry Colangelo, a 1962 UI graduate and basketball standout, delivered the V. Dale Cozad Lecture in Entrepreneurship to a rapt audience on Thursday, April 8.

Accountancy Team Wins 2010 E&Y Your World, Your Vision Competition

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

A group of seven accountancy students won a Big 4 corporate responsibility campus competition and $10,000 to implement their idea.

Business Student Elected Student Body President

Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

David Olsen '11, junior and James Scholar, was elected student body president by the Illinois Student Senate Tuesday.

Brown Study: How Market Shocks Impact University Operations

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Inside HigherEd covers Professor Jeffrey Brown and colleagues' authorship of a working paper that considers trends in how negative financial shocks influence teaching and staff personnel decisions as well as student support.

What's Ahead for the Accountancy Profession?

Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

There's nothing like an economic crisis to heighten an industry's challenges--and the accounting profession is no exception. Recent full-scale business collapses, questionable behavior on Wall Street, skepticism on the part of the public, and the need to adapt to the demands of a global economy are putting leaders, regulators, and practitioners to the test as they assess how to meet the challenges and protect the integrity of the profession.

Milnes Delivers Leighton Lecture

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Andy Milnes delivered a talk on "Ethical Leadership as a Competitive Advantage," based on his personal experiences.

Finance Professors Help Local High Schoolers Spend $1 Million

Fri, 02 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance professors are doing their part to help educate local youth about financial markets.

2nd Annual Council of Presidents Hustle for Humanity

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

On Saturday, April 24, you are invited to participate in the 2nd annual 5k run benefiting the local chapter of Habitat for Humanity.

Mark Peecher, Deloitte & Touche Professor of Accountancy

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 CST

Mark Peecher, professor in Accountancy, received a special recognition March 16 when he was appointed the Deloitte & Touche Professor of Accountancy.

An Energetic Approach to Teaching

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Brooke Elliot teaches ACCY 517-Financial Statement Analysis with energy and empathy.

Having an IMPACT

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

On April 23, students, business professionals and College faculty will replace their suits and ties with work clothes and spend the day volunteering at different sites throughout the community for Business Council?s third annual IMPACT Day.

Ad Claims Can Alienate Consumers

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

According to new research by doctoral student Alison Jing Xu and Professor Robert Wyer, Jr., "useless information" in ad claims can cause consumers to lose trust in advertisers, leading to alienation.

Lincoln-Douglas Debates

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Michael Tanner and Dr. Steffie Woolhandler presented ?Who Controls Your Health Care: a Debate on Free Market vs. Government? at the inagural Lincoln-Douglas Debate Series.

Viswanathan to Address TEDxUIUC 2010

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Madhu Viswanathan will present at a new event being organized by MBA students on April 10, 2010 in the Business Instructional Facility. The theme is "Bold-Ideas, Innovations, Performances."

Young Leaders Form at Sleeman Leadership Institute

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

The second annual Institute advances leadership among freshmen in the College of Business.

Northcraft Study: Women Who Negotiate Earn $1 Million More

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

This article in the Yale Daily News mentions a Northcraft study insight about the lifetime earnings of women who negotiate their pay raises.

Colangelo to Deliver V. Dale Cozad Lecture in Entrepreneurship

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Jerry Colangelo, chairman of the Phoenix Suns and a former University of Illinois basketball standout, will return to campus April 8 to deliver the V. Dale Cozad Lecture in Entrepreneurship.

Campello Research: Easy Credit Eased Recession

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Questionable lending helped sink the U.S. economy, but also provided a lifeline that kept countless firms afloat and averted an even deeper recession, according to Finance Professor, Murillo Campello.

The Sincerest Form of Flattery

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Kevin Jackson, assistant professor of accountancy in the College of Business, finds happiness in the KPMG PhD Project.

Ikenberry on Buybacks in CNNMoney.com

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

"We just walked through the valley of capital death where cash was king and debt was troubling," Ikenberry said. "We should see an avalanche of buybacks as companies look to redeploy their capital."

States' Retiree Pensions and Benefits: The Coming Crisis

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

WILL Radio interview with Jeffrey R. Brown, William G. Karnes Professor of Finance and director of the Center for Business & Public Policy.

2009 ICES "List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students" - Draft

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

The unofficial "Incomplete List" identifies many great teachers in the College.

Experts Debate Health Care Reform

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy invited two speakers to host a debate about health care reform on Tuesday.

Illinois Summer Management Institute

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

A new program organized by the College of Business provides business training for non-business majors.

Proud Moment

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Four Business students are faced with a choice when they find a stack of $20 bills outside BIF.

Legislation, Regulation, and Change

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

William Ezzell, national managing partner for legislative and regulatory relations at Deloitte LLP, discussed the future of the accountancy profession at the first Lyceum presentation of the spring semester.

Who Controls Your Health Care? A Debate on Free Markets vs. Government.

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Two national experts debate health care reform Tuesday (March 9) in the Deloitte Auditorium. Brought to you by the Center for Business and Public Policy.

Clarke on Innovators Improv

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Different communities meet to create unique and transformative ideas.

Brown Addresses Retirement Income at NYU

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown delivers a paper proposing automatic annuitization be made integral part of defined contribution retirement plan designs in the U.S.

Social Entrepreneurs Gather in BIF

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

To round out the day of events recognizing Muhammad Yunnus' visit, students and researchers with social entrepreneurial projects displayed posters detailing their projects in the Business Instructional Facility.

An Obligation to Lead

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

All James Scholar freshmen and freshmen nominees will participate in the Sleeman Leadership Institute this weekend to develop themselves as leaders. The Institute is provided by the Sleeman Endowment, Illinois Leadership Center, PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Office of Undergraduate Affairs.

Weisbenner Study: Older Investors a Springboard for Dividends

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Scott Weisbenner and two colleagues wrote a study in the Journal of Finance that looks at the question of why companies pay dividends. They found found smaller companies more likely to pay dividends as their nearby 65-and-older investor population rises.

SIOR Scholarships for Outstanding ILLINOIS Real Estate Students

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Since 1984, the Chicago chapter of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors has provided 43 ILLINOIS students with $52,000 in scholarships. Roger Cannaday, associate professor Emeritus helped create the scholarship.

BIF Wins Highest Engineering Award in Illinois

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

KJWW Engineering Consultants announces top award for BIF from American Council of Engineering Companies of Illinois.

Building on Success: Social Entrepreneurship Institute

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Thanks to a grant and four years of success, the Social Entrepreneurship Institute will now operate year-round and, with Illinois Extension as a partner, will reach out to communities throughout the state.

Illinois International Undergraduate Achievement Award 2009

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Cynthia Wong '10 and President Rafael Correa of Ecuador will be among five recipients of ILLINOIS international awards at a banquet to be held April 8, 2010 at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center.

LEAD Transformation

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

High-fashion designs and luxury sport cars aren?t common sightings in Champaign-Urbana, but when a group of 23 LEAD students traveled to Milan over Winter Break, they experienced some of Italy?s most recognized industries and studied the businesses behind them.

Kindt on Dangers of Speed Gambling

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

[Quick Draw's] strength is also its danger, said John Kindt, a professor at the University of Illinois and a gambling critic. Because it?s so fast, it draws in people who are more likely to become addicted.

Brown: Employees Take Cues from Employer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown looks at key issues surrounding the choices participants of retirement funds make.

Illinois Team Shines in Prestigious International Case Competition

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

Four students from the College of Business came in a close second place finish on Saturday, February 20 at the USC Marshall School of Business International Case Competition 2010, losing out to the first place winners by a tiny margin.

Beta Gamma Sigma Recognizes Business Excellence

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Alpha Chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma in the College of Business is proud to welcome the newest crop of students into the fold. These aspiring business professionals are ranked in the top 10% of their class.

Faculty Accolades

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Several faculty in the college have won prestigious teaching awards this spring.

A Chance to Experience Business in China

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

BizChina representatives are hosting an informational meeting on Thursday, February 25, at 7 p.m. for anyone interested in a three-week trip to China this summer. Students will also get a chance to attend Expo 2010 in Shanghai.

Video: True Illini "Bubba" Chisholm '10

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance major Andrew "Bubba" Chisholm is featured in a local newscast for his contribution to the ILLINOIS basketball team.

MBA Community Ties

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Rebecca Motley and Kate Meghji are launching a project that they call "ILLINOIS MBA Non-Profit Outreach", where they are bringing together MBA professors and local non-profits to help local organizations.

Second Place Empowerment

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Seven students in the Supply Chain Management Program celebrated the victory of a second place finish at Saturday?s (2/20/10) Great Lakes APICS case competition; the students missed a first-place prize by a single point.

Qualls' Study: Business Culture Steers Flow of Ideas

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

William Qualls, professor of marketing, co-authored a study showing competitor and customer-focused firms generate more new product suggestions than technology-based companies.

Otnes on Weddings in a Consumption Society

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Marketing Professor Cele Otnes comments on cultural trends and weddings in America.

Agarwal Named One of Six University Scholars

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Rajshree Agarwal was honored as a University Scholar on February 15. The program recognizes faculty excellence while helping to identify and retain the university?s most talented teachers, scholars and researchers.

MBA Students Launch Social Net for Vets in WSJ

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

To help boost veteran M.B.A.s' networking and civilian interview savvy, Christopher Petersen '09 and Dave Chonowski '10 launched an online social network for M.B.A veterans.

Transforming Lives With An ILLINOIS MBA

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

After receiving his MBA and working in the U.S., Anshul Pathak '98 returned to India and founded the wildly successful Town Schools to educate rural Indians.

MBA Research for Good Causes

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Under the guidance of Professor William Qualls, MBA students worked with non-profit organizations in the Champaign-Urbana community, providing them with marketing research data and analysis.

Ahead of the Games

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

ILLINOIS students are paired with peers from around the globe and tasked with making the 2012 London Olympics more sustainable.

Whose Benefit Do We Cut and Whose Taxes Do We Raise? Brown in The Tribune

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Greg Burns, Tribune columnist gives a thorough report on the perils of Social Security. Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown is quoted.

Social Entrepreneurship Night at BIF

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

On March 1, 2010 from 4-6 p.m. social entrepreneurs and supporters will gather for a poster session and book signing by Muhammad Yunus. Yunus received a Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his pioneering concept of banking without collateral for the poorest of the poor. At 7 p.m. Yunus will give a public talk, "Social Entrepreneurship in the 21st Century" in Foellinger Auditorium at 7 p.m.

2009 Fall College of Business Dean's List

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dean?s list eligibility is limited to the top 20 percent of a student?s college class or curriculum. To be eligible for the Dean?s list recognition, students must complete at least 14 academic semester hours taken for letter grade.

Corporate Share Repurchase Activity a Healthy Sign: Ikenberry in Marketwatch

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

The reason that increased corporate buyback activity is such good news, according to Ikenberry: It indicates that corporations are increasingly confident that a recurrence of the 2008-2009 credit crisis is not imminent...

Furlough Frenzy! Encourages Faculty, Students, and Staff to Volunteer

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Bruce Rosenstock, UI professor of religion, and Kate Meghji and Rebecca Motley, students in the UI's Professional MBA program, are encouraging people on campus to donate their furlough time to charities around town.

Kahn Comments on Obama's "Clever Plan" to Fund Small Business Loans

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Community banks are expressing their displeasure over President Obama's $30 billion plan to boost the number of small-business loans.

The Pressure to Win: MBAs Take on the Big Ten

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

This weekend Illinois hosts teams from Indiana University, the University of Iowa, Purdue University and the University of Minnesota to compete in the College?s MBA Strategy Case Competition.

New MSFE Director Announced

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dr. Morton Lane now directs the MS Financial Engineering Program.

Ghosh, Viswanathan, Winter: Toyota Should be Upfront with Customers

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Vice President Avijit Ghosh, Professor Madhu Viswanathan, and Gretchen Winter differ somewhat in their assessments of how well Toyota is handling its problems.

MBA Student Wins First Prize in Sustainable Global Enterprise Competition

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Srinivas Venugopal, a first-year ILLINOIS MBA student, recently received notice that his submission won first place in the 2009 Base of Pyramid Narrative Competition.

Pennacchi's Views on Better Banking

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance professor George Pennacchi advocates a model in which banks are required to have "separately capitalized subsidiaries" and deposits collateralized by "extremely safe securities" including Treasuries, "top-rated commercial paper or top-rated bank CDs."

Spring 2010 Business Career Fair Success

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

2000 students and 116 recruiters attended the Spring 2010 Business Career Fair at the Activities and Recreation Center.

Video: Kindt Comments on Online Gambling, Regulation, and Congress

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

First Business interviews Professor John Kindt about online gambling.

Finding a Job in a Tough Economy

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Rajkumar Sithavan, an international MS-Tech Management student from India who graduated from the College of Business in 2009, landed the perfect job using an unlikely source.

Pennacchi: New Banking Regulations Represent Uncertain Safeguard

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor George Pennacchi dissects the proposed Obama administration banking regulation reforms in an interview with News Bureau Business & Law Editor Jan Dennis.

Undeniable Excellence: ILLINOIS Wins National xTreme Accounting Competition

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Representing ILLINOIS at the national level, Jingjing Li, David Robb, Ben Sanchez, Grant Stoffle and Peter Van Eck win the PwC xTreme Accounting competition for the second consecutive year.

Walmart Teams with Business and Engineering to Improve Student Skills

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Walmart is the newest corporate affiliate of The Hoeft Technology & Management program, the undergraduate minor degree that bridges the Colleges of Business and Engineering.

Entrepreneurship at Illinois

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

An engineering student blogs about entrepreneurship on campus and mentions the Academy for Entrepreneurial Leadership.

"We won again. Excitement reigns."

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Dean Hedeman, who is present at the national xTreme Accounting competition in New York, sent the above text message at 2:59 p.m., Friday, January 22nd.

Ikenberry Quoted on Berkshire Split in USA Today

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor David Ikenberry is quoted in a story about a historic split of Berkshire Hathaway Class B stock shares.

Edwin J. DeMaris '54 PhD Contributed Significantly to Accountancy

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

The Department of Accountancy, its faculty and graduates, and the College of Business at ILLINOIS have much to be thankful for in DeMaris' contributions.

Should ILLINOIS Use its Endowment to Avoid a Hiring Freeze?

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown explores the question and others blog on it.

Accounting Author-Superstars

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Preliminary research looking at 50 years of published work in the top 5 accounting journals shows the Department of Accountancy has had a substantial impact on the accounting literature.

In Kindt's View: Video Gambling in Illinois

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Kindt backs up his views on the prospect of more video gambling with facts and figures.

Brown Emphasizes Asset Distribution and Retirement Income

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Susan Czochara, senior product manager of Northern Trust [Defined Contributions] Solutions Group interviews Professor Jeffrey Brown about his research and defined contribution plans. The linked feature was excerpted from Northern Trust's regular newsletter.

AICPA Awards Accountemps Scholarship to Business Student

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Adam Keene ('10) is one of five recipients of the AICPA/Accountemps Student Scholarship Award for 2009-2010. The $2,500 award is granted to accounting, finance, or infomration systems majors with a minimum 3.0 g.p.a. and who demonstrate leadership, academic excellence and future career interests in accouting and business.

Fullerton on Carbon Caps and Trade

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

Professor Don Fullerton Don Fullerton, a UI economist who specializes in research on energy and environmental policy, covers the basics of a cap and trade economy. Audio is included.

Brown Comments on Long-term Health Care Insurance

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 CST

As long as Medicaid provides a safety net, many people won't believe they need long-term care insurance, says University of Illinois business professor Jeffrey Brown, a former member of the Social Security Advisory Board. The nudge of automatic enrollment could help, he says.

Scholarship Fund Created for Jared Hardy

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

A College of Business scholarship fund has been established in Hardy?s honor.

Teamwork pays off for 1st place team

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

A team of five ILLINOIS students took first place in the xACT case competition hosted by PricewaterhouseCoopers on campus. The team now moves to the national case competition in New York this January.

Video: Kindt Interviewed about Online Gambling

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

Debate over legalizing online gambling is gaining steam as governments face mounting deficits. John Kindt, professor at University of Illinois is among those leading the charge against legalizing online gambling.

Trading Training

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

Matthew Gitelis, junior in finance, and his team took third place at the national level in the Tulane Energy Trading Competition.

BIF Among Elite for Sustainability

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Business Instructional Facility, which opened last year, was awarded platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, rating system, the standard for sustainability in construction.

New Masters of Financial Engineering Degree from ILLINOIS

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Department of Finance in the College of Business, and the Department of Industrial and Enterprise Systems Engineering in the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are pleased to announce the launch of the Master of Science in Financial Engineering (MSFE) degree program.

Business Instructional Facility Achieves Top 'Green' Standard

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

The state-of-the-art Business Instructional Facility has earned the world's highest honor for sustainable, environmentally friendly construction and design. It is the first business facility at a public university to earn platinum certification through LEED, a U.S. Green Building Council rating system that is the standard for measuring sustainability in construction.

Aguilera Study: Emotions an Overlooked Key to Whistle-blowing

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

A gut-level connection with workers may be the key to encouraging whistle-blowing that could chip away at an estimated $652 billion lost to fraud annually by U.S. businesses, an ongoing University of Illinois study suggests.

Kahn on Credit Cards and Consumer Services

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

Finance Department Head Charles Kahn comments on Square, a new startup based in San Francisco and headed by Twitter cofounder Jack Dorsey.

Kindt: Gambling is a Shell Game on the Public

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Warren Kindt, a business and legal policy professor at the University of Illinois, said gambling revenue at its root is problematic because it takes money from those who can least afford it and turns it into corporate profits that have little economic spin-off.

Kindt: Online Gambling a Threat to Global Economy

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt says U.S. Rep. Barney Frank?s renewed push to overturn the decades-old ban on online gambling would put the nation at risk of an economic collapse rivaling the 2007 sub-prime mortgage crisis that sparked a deep and lingering global recession.

BIF Receiving New Espresso Royale Cafe This Winter

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

"A lot of business students are excited coffee will be so accessible," said Britt Anselmo, a junior in Business, whose classes are primarily located at BIF. "I always see people there studying really late, so I think it is a great complement to the building and perfect for the students that utilize it."

Business Senior Named Top Student on Campus

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

On November 7, Mark Paik, a senior in finance and accountancy was honored as this year's Student Laureate of ILLINOIS in a ceremony held in Springfield, Ill.

Liu: Price Conscious Consumers Shop on Cyber Monday

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Yunchuan "Frank" Liu provides some insight into the Cyber Monday shopping phenomenon.

Aguilera on Executive Pay

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Ruth V. Aguilera, an expert on comparative corporate governance and a fellow at the Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society, discusses the recession-fueled unrest over wages and bonuses in an interview with News Bureau Business & Law Editor Jan Dennis.

Hobson Prefers Furlough Alternative

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy professor Jessen Hobson would like to see the campus avoid a furlough solution to the budget crisis.

Meerdink Enjoying Busy Retirement

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Welcoming a new grand-child and hosting a 30th birthday party for her daughter-in-law are among the many activities occupying Lois Meerdink's life in retirement.

Team DeBrock

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The first Josef and Margot Lakonishok Deanship is awarded to Larry DeBrock.

Kindt Report Bolsters National Gambling Impact Study

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

According to these reports and others, student populations are particularly vulnerable to VGM gambling addiction and will get hooked at double the adult addiction rates ? creating a larger, expensive, new generation of gambling addicts.

Jeremy Nuzzo '10 Chauffeured by Warren Buffett

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Enterprising honors student Jeremy Nuzzo shares an opportunity to lunch with Warren Buffett with his fellow honors students. They and Dean Hedeman trek to Nebraska and learn the business icon is "down to earth, modest, and hilarious!"

Business Students Win Campus KPMG Case Competition

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

A team of four College of Business students took first place in the KPMG Global Case Competition and will now compete in the national round of the competition hosted in Athens, Greece in January.

MBA Students Win Third Place in Bankruptcy Competition

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

A team of 3 ILLINOIS MBA students and 1 Masters of Finance student placed third in the Kellogg/American Bankruptcy Institute Corporate Restructuring case competition; judging for the competition was held at the Kellogg School of Management in Chicago on November 6.

Honors Program Strengthens Ties Abroad

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Honors students build connections in China and Turkey.

Energy Diversity Not Energy Independence

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

BP America Head of Supply and Trading, Andy Milnes gave the Alan M. Hallene Lecture in the Alice Campbell Alumni Center on October 28, 2009.

Wisdom From Experience

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

There is wisdom in experience, and Teresa Iannoconi, a Partner at KPMG, has both. With a resume that includes 13 years at KPMG, more than 19 years working at the SEC, and a stint as an accounting educator, Iannoconi has acquired a wealth of knowledge. She shared that knowledge and her wisdom during her recent presentation to students.

Affecting Climate Change

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton and other prominent economists discussed climate change and it is being combated on national and international levels. The event was sponsored by the Center for Business and Public Policy, the Institute of Government and Public Affairs, and the Environmental Change Institute.

Kindt Quoted on Gambling

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

"Compulsive gamblers will increase by 100 to 500 percent when gambling is introduced" says John Kindt, professor of business administration.

Study: Credit Crisis, Debt Load a Double Whammy for Investment

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professors Scott Weisbenner, Murillo Campello, and Heitor Almeida along with doctoral student Bruno Laranjeira find that firms with heavy long-term debt that came due amid the nation's recent credit crisis slashed investments more than three times as much as companies whose paybacks ducked the meltdown.

Viswanathan Wins International Award

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan will receive the India International Friendship Society?s Bharat Gaurav Award, given annually to honor people whose work promotes India?s heritage and contributions at home and abroad.

Twitter Business

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Accountancy student Ernest Baker launches his job search via Twitter with a little moxie and a lot of writing.

Kindt: Legalized Gambling Detrimental to Students

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt comments on C-U consideration to ban video gambling.

Winter Joins Legislative Internship Hall of Fame

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Samuel K. Gove Illinois Legislative Internship Hall of Fame will honor five individuals who have served as legislative interns at the state Capitol. Gretchen A. Winter and four others will be inducted during a ceremony at the Executive Mansion on Monday, November 16, 2009.

College T-Shirt Day

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Stephanie Chin '08, member of the Houston Corps of Teach for America, instills some Illini Pride among her middle school students. (Includes Video)

Liu: Growing Online Sales Could Lower Prices, But Also Trim Choices

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Shoppers could see lower prices but less variety to choose from as more manufacturers sell directly to consumers through the Internet, according to new research led by Business Administration Professor Frank Liu.

Panel of Experts Address Economic Aspects of Policy on Climate Change

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton and other prominent economists slated to discuss climate change in Deloitte Auditorium.

Viswanathan Receives Prestigious Bharat Gaurav Award

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Business Administration Professor Madhu Viswanathan will be presented the Bharat Gaurav Award from the India International Friendship Society this winter.

Building Your Personal Brand

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Bob Daugherty knows his audience. As the U.S. Sourcing Leader for PwC he oversees campus recruiting. So when he spoke to students about "Positioning Yourself in a Challenging World" at the recent Accounting Lyceum, they got advice from someone who knows what they're up against.

Ashton and Ryan Clark Finalists in I2P Campus Round

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ashton Clark '10 and Ryan Clark '10 presented their online ticketing system "UTicketIt," which is a management and registration company that enables individuals to sell and buy tickets online.

Fullerton Keynote Speaker at EU Conference

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Fullerton, an expert on the economic impact of environmental regulations, will outline cost-effective options to reduce carbon emissions at a Nov. 30 global warming conference for European Union tax commissioners in Brussels, Belgium.

CBPP Sponsors Forum on Climate Policy Prospects

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Business and Public Policy are sponsoring a forum on global warming held in BIF on Nov. 3.

The Importance of Business Diversity

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

11 companies are coming to the College of Business on Saturday, October 24, to participate in the Business Diversity Exchange.

A World of Business Awaits

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

As international cooperation becomes more and more important in the business world, an increasing trend is for business schools to send their students to study abroad, says Christine Gozdziak, director of the International Programs office for the College of Business.

Doherty '08 Returns to ILLINOIS Career Fair

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

After putting off her job search to pass the CPA exam, Krisinda Doherty returned to the Champaign campus last month for the university's career fair.

Peterson '09 and Chonowski '10 Organize MBA Veterans Career Conference

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Recruiters are angling for a chance to bring veterans into their companies, pursuing them more aggressively than ever before. One way some are doing this is by participating in the MBA Veterans Career Conference in Chicago, which organizers are billing as the first event of its kind.

University Listed on 2010 Military Friendly Schools List

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

The 2010 Military Friendly Schools List honors the 15% of the country's colleges and universities that do the most to welcome military veterans and enhance their experience as students.

Fullerton is Keynote Speaker at European Commission Conference

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Don Fullerton has been invited to be the keynote speaker at a conference of European Union tax commissioners in Brussels, Belgium, on November 30th.

Kindt on Gambling Clout in Ohio

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, professor of business administration, weighs in on contentious gambling issue facing Ohio citizens.

MBA Student Leads Illinois to 2nd Place in Solar Decathlon

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

A team of students from the University of Illinois won second place today (Oct. 16) in the 2009 Solar Decathlon design competition sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. Winners of the international contest were announced this morning in Washington, D.C., by U.S. Deputy Secretary of Energy Dan Poneman.

Nolan Miller Awarded NBER Fellowship

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Nolan Miller, professor of finance, has recently been selected as a Faculty Research Fellow of the prestigious National Bureau of Economic Research for his contributions to the field of economics.

Casinos Ruinous to Ohio Economy: Kindt

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Columbus reporter gains insight from Professor Kindt and others on the impact of adding casinos to Ohio capital landscape.

In the Best Interest of the Public

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

What does Ernest Almonte hope people will say 20 or 30 years from now when they write about the current recession? The auditor general of Rhode Island and current chairman of the board of directors of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants hopes companies and individuals will be thanking their CPAs.

ILLINOIS Gets High Marks On Sustainability Report Card

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

The 2010 College Sustainability Report Card gave high marks to the University for its sustainability efforts in key areas.

Fullerton Discusses Congress' Fight for Pollution Control

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Finance Professor Don Fullerton is interviewed about U.S. and European pollution control measures.

Brown on Annuities and Retirement Planning in NYT

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Brown concludes, ?perhaps the best lesson investors can draw from the recent bear market ? both concerning retirement in general and annuities in particular ? is not to wait until it?s too late to begin such planning.?

Accountancy Professors Comment on Teaching IFRS

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Abdel-Khalik and Brown talk about educating accountancy students on International Financial Reporting Standards, or IFRS.

"Small Actions" Lead to Big Benefits for Business Student

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Lisa Ephraim, senior in Accountancy, pays it forward to the Champaign community as an Evans Scholar.

Michael: Recessions Can Be Managed

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Seve Michael, professor of business administration and Villanova University management professor John Pearce II developed a four-pronged plan to help businesses navigate recessions in a 2005 study that combined academic theory and successful real-world tactics.

Ikenberry on Phantom Repurchase Programs

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Phantom repurchase programs are rare, and most are rooted in sound economic motives that generally pay off for both companies and investors, said David Ikenberry, a University of Illinois finance professor and researcher for the study.

DeBrock Comments on President White's Resignation

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

"President B. Joseph White is a distinguished scholar and thought leader of world renown," said Larry DeBrock, dean of the College of Business in a prepared statement. "We are fortunate to have Dr. White continue as the James F. Towey Professor of Business and Leadership in the College of Business."

Fullerton: "The most important thing is an agreement in Copenhagen"

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Last week EU's finance ministers and governors of central banks met in Goteborg, Sweden. Don Fullerton, an expert on taxation and environmental economics, was invited to speak about cost-effective policies for reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

Campello Honored with Alan J. & Joyce D. Baltz Professorship

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Faculty, students, and friends of the College of Business celebrated the investiture for Professor Murillo Campello?s appointment as the Alan J. and Joyce D. Baltz Professor last Thursday in the Deloitte Auditorium of the Business Instructional Facility.

Peecher Investiture Ceremony Announced

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

The formal investiture ceremony for Mark Peecher's appointment as the Deloitte Professor to be held on October 30, 2009.

The Business Side of Helping People

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 CST

Kevin Jackson, assistant professor in the College of Business, created a class project for his Accountancy 301 class that blends education with community service; a project where the students create balanced scorecards for non-profit organizations in the community.

Honors Students to Meet Business Icon

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

After a long wait, Hedeman's honors students are going to visit with Warren Buffett.

Accountancy Internship Leaves Student Fulfilled

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Work experience was not all Kyle Giglio, a Masters of Accounting Science student, gained from his summer internship in the New York office of KPMG.

Lessons for Keeping Business Strong

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Business student Bailey Hatch is held up as shining example of how interns can impact a company.

Successful Alumni Honored at Dedication

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Five futures traders, all alumni, were honored at a dedication ceremony in the Market Information Lab located in the Business Instructional Facility, Wednesday afternoon.

Otnes Comments on Cake Toppers in NYT

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

"It is not surprising that cake toppers have taken on this individualistic role, because everything else in the wedding has," said Cele C. Otnes, an author of "Cinderella Dreams: The Allure of the Lavish Wedding" and a professor of business administration at the University of Illinois.

Almeida Sees Guaranteed Losses in Chicago Olympics

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Finance professor Heitor Almeida doesn't think Chicago's status looks good heading into the International Olympic Committee's decision on Oct. 2 in Copenhagen.

Simon Says "We are very happy" with Solar Decathalon Entry

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Joe Simon, a joint MBA and Architecture student, manages a volunteer project to enter the 2009 Department of Energy Conservation Decathalon.

Kindt: Bill "In Trouble Out of the Gate"

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt comments on a capital bill linked to gambling.

A Minute With: David Ikenberry on the Dow at 10,000

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ikenberry responds to the question, "Would topping the 10,000-point mark on the Dow have any tangible meaning for the economy and investors, or is the milestone just symbolic?

Economy Still Affecting Graduate Students

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

"There is certainly a correlation between graduate school applicants and the economy," McCabe said. "We have certainly seen an increase in applications this year. Students have decided to take advantage of these economic times to advance their degrees."

Kindt Weighs in on Champaign County Gambling Issue

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, a professor of business and legal policy at the University of Illinois, says video gaming has been called "the crack cocaine of creating new addicted gamblers."

Kindt on Ohio's Billion-Dollar Gamble

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Warren Kindt, a professor of business and legal policy at the University of Illinois, says casinos pay lots in taxes but ultimately keep most of the gambling revenue they take in.

Career Opportunities '09

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Dressed in suits and armed with resumes, hundreds of students came to the ARC to attend the 2009 College of Business Career Fair.

Up to the Challenge: What's Ahead for the Auditing Profession?

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

If conversations outside Deloitte Auditorium after the year's first Accounting Lyceum are any indication, students have lots of questions about the changes and current challenges facing the auditing profession. Fortunately, Robert J. Kueppers, the deputy chief executive officer of Deloitte LLP and the speaker at September's Lyceum, has some answers, and he shared them with the nearly 300 students who attended the presentation.

Agarwal Raises Questions About Government's Long-term Role

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Obama administration is setting precedents and regulations that risk interfering with an economy whose chief strength is innovation, she said.

Kindt in NY Times: Gambling Expansion Neither Quick Nor a Fix

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt weighs in on story about declining gambling revenues.

Northcraft Promoted to Associate Dean of Faculty

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Gregory Northcraft, the Harry J. Gray Professor of Executive Leadership in the Department of Business Administration, has accepted the position of Associate Dean of Faculty for the College of Business, pending Board of Trustees approval.

Campello Investiture Ceremony Announced

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

The formal investiture ceremony for Murillo Campello's appointment as the Alan J. and Joyce D. Baltz Professor to be held on October 1, 2009.

Having Fun Helping Business

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business kicked off the fall semester with sunshine, free ice cream and pizza at its annual Business Quad Day on Tuesday, August 25.

Scholarships Combat Weak Economy

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

In the midst of the economic downturn, the University of Illinois College of Business is providing scholarships to Central Illinois residents adversely affected by the economy.

Agarwal Argues Against Economic Protections

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Rajshree Agarwal, BA professor and John Georges Chair of Technology Management and Strategy believes the temporary measures of the Obama administration risk damaging U.S. economy.

Viswanathan on Marketplace Literacy in WSJ

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

Rural marketplaces represent the next frontier of socio-economic growth. They offer value-creation opportunities to private enterprises and public and civic institutions alike.

Fullerton to Address European Global Warming Conference

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 CST

A College of Business environmental policy expert will outline the economic impact of pollution regulations at a meeting of European Union finance ministers that will be a springboard for upcoming negotiations on a new international treaty to combat global warming.

A Proud Tradition of Support: Korean Finance PhD Alumni

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

U of I Korean Finance Alumni Members donate $1000 to help defray job-hunting expenses for recent Ph.D. students in finance who are on the job market.

Revenue-Hungry States Take New Look At Gaming

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

"They get the camel's nose under the tent, and the next thing you know, the whole camel is in," said John Kindt, a professor of business and legal policy at the University of Illinois who studies the impact of state-sponsored gambling.

ATA/PwC Outstanding Tax Dissertation Award

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

Pete Lisowsky was awarded the 2009 ATA/PwC Outstanding Tax Dissertation Award. The award was given at the American Taxation Association luncheon in New York.

"For every slot machine, you lose one job per year," says Kindt.

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

Kindt keynotes House and Senate forum on gambling.

Bronze Tablet Honorees

Wed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

Twenty-six College of Business students will be engraved on the newest Bronze Tablet placed in the Main Library this fall.

Minority Teens Consider Business Careers

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 CST

This fall, the university expects to have about 30 LEAD alumni among its undergraduates according to Victor Mullins, associate dean of the college.

First Busey Corporation Elects Gregory B. Lykins as Board Chairman

Fri, 31 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

The First Busey Corporation Board of Directors elect Gregory B. Lykins as Chairman of the Board.

Lanesskog Appointed to Lead the ILLINOIS MBA

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

On Monday, July 20, Stig Lanesskog rejoined the College as the acting associate dean for the ILLINOIS MBA. He succeeds Mary Miller who led the program since 2002.

Additions to TIAA BOT

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeff Brown and alumna Maureen O'Hara '75 are elected to the TIAA Board of Trustees.

Undergraduate Affairs begins Sixth Year of LEAD

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

For the past six years, the University of Illinois has been part of a coalition between the top business organizations and top business schools in America, including Duke University, Stanford, Dartmouth, and University of Pennsylvania.

Noel: Recession-driven Cuts in Advertising Risk Long-term Losses

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Hayden Noel says most firms sacrifice advertising during economic downturns, despite evidence from past recessions that shows cuts can net long-term losses while staying the course can drive up sales and market share.

In Memoriam: Harry J. Gray, 1919-2009

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

Harry Jack Gray, president of Harry Gray Associates of Florida, alumnus and friend of ILLINOIS died Wednesday. He was 89.

Study: Restoring Lost Privileges an Overlooked Key to Discipline

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

Managers who dole out discipline by taking away privileges ? without considering the implications of restoring them ? are missing a key in their bid to improve performance and behavior, a new University of Illinois study says.

Brown on Poorly Run Government Insurance Agencies

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

WASHINGTON - An array of government-created insurance agencies - which have long charged bargain-rate premiums to banks, credit unions, and brokerages - are seeking to make up for massive shortfalls in their insurance funds by raising fees and premiums, many of which are likely to be passed on to consumers.

Podcast: Ron Watkins Discusses IBC

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ron Watkins of Illinois Business Consulting was interviewed on WDWS-AM's Central Illinois Business radio program hosted by Alex Ruggieri. Watkins provided an introduction to IBC, the unique student consulting organization supported by the College of Business.

Kahn on New Regulations Proposed by Administration

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Charles Kahn, chair of the finance department, discusses the new, far-reaching regulations proposed by the Obama administration that would affect nearly every phase of banking and the financial markets.

Social Entrepreneurs: Catalysts for Change

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Just as business entrepreneurs create value to transform industry; social entrepreneurs are catalysts for change within the modern society.

Northcraft: Listening To Workers A Key To Organizational Success

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Top-down management that counts workers out of decision-making likely contributed to the nation?s economic freefall, but changing it could still help businesses rebound from a deep and lingering recession

College of Business Honors Students at Annual Banquet

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

A list of the students honored last April at the College annual awards banquet.

Agarwal: Government Intervention Stifling Economic Growth and Recovery

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Massive bailouts and other moves by the U.S. government to stem a near-epic economic meltdown could set the U.S. economy back by more than a half-century, a University of Illinois business expert warns.

Illinois CPA Society Bestows Special Award of Merit on University of Illinois Professor Ira Solomon

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Illinois CPA Society has presented a Special Award of Merit to Ira Solomon, CPA, Ph.D, head of the Department of Accountancy and R.C.Evans Endowed Chair in Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Solomon officially received the award last month at the Society's Annual Banquet honoring new CPAs and outstanding educators.

Above Average Returns on Investment

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Finance Department's Financial Literacy Program competition delivers high returns.

Kindt Comments on Local Gambling Development

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:00:00 CST

Kindt covers the ills of bringing gambling to Danville, IL, including the attraction of ILLINOIS students.

Hustle for Humanity 5k Run/Walk

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

On Sunday May 3rd, The Council of Presidents Hustle for Humanity exceeded all expectations when 188 enthusiastic supporters joined the 5K run/walk. Approximately $3,500 was raised for Habitat for Humanity.

Kindt Responds to Video Poker Proposal

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Gambling proponents are "Going for the quick buck," Kindt says. "It's short-term gain for them, and long-term pain for everyone else."

A Minute With...Don Fullerton

Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Are the Obama administration?s new automobile emissions and mileage standards attainable?

Video: Interview with Dean DeBrock

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Ira Solomon, the R. C. Evans Chair of Accountancy, sat down with Larry DeBrock, who was recently appointed the 9th Dean of the College of Business. DeBrock provided his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities confronting business education today.

Ghosh Comments on Difficulty of Technology Transfer

Mon, 25 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

"How do we go from research and early stage development to creating a high-tech manufacturing base? That remains a challenge," says Avijit Ghosh, vice-president of technology and economic development at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

DeBrock Named College of Business Dean

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Lawrence DeBrock, a noted economist and longtime University of Illinois professor and administrator, has been named dean of the university's College of Business, pending approval by the U. of I. Board of Trustees at its May 21 meeting in Chicago.

Illinois CPA Society Excel Award Recipients Named

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

The following University of Illinois' students received Illinois CPA Society Excel Awards for their performance on the CPA Exam: Daniel Homan, William Guska, Nisa Agrawal, Joseph Manzo, and Michael VanAcker.

Research by Love and Kraatz noted in the Economist

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Authors found that downsizing could be linked to a drop in a companys reputation, but that the effect was not uniform.

Fullerton Comments on Tough New U.S. Fuel Efficiency Standards

Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

"A Minute With" interview with expert Don Fullerton.

DeBrock: Student Diversity at Risk in Wake of Recession

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

As tuition rises to offset economy-driven revenue declines, business schools will face a stiffer challenge to maintain enrollment among lower-income students.

Brown: Education campaign needed on Social Security

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Brown says raising taxes or reducing the growth of benefits are the only real options to rescue Social Security, which will start running cash deficits in 2016, and Medicare, which already is outspending the taxes dedicated to the program.

Johnson Comments on Insider Trading

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

"Restructuring and credit events like a bankruptcy are the likely focus of insider trading now, playing the role that buyouts used to play" says Tim Johnson.

MS Tax Program's Convocation Ceremony

Wed, 13 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

The MS Tax Program's Convocation Ceremony for its 4th graduating class was held on May 3rd at the University Club in Chicago. The 29 students graduating received a Masters of Science in Taxation (MST) degree. Over 200 guests were in attendance for the celebration.

Professional Responsibility Dilemmas in College

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Last week, a guest speaker whom the Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society helped bring to campus ? Harry Markopolos ? was asked his opinion of college ethics training.

Kindt Claims Rep. Barney Frank (D-MA) Efforts "Outrageous"

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Kindt says Rep. Barney Frank's (D-MA) effort to overturn 2006 Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act is "outrageous."

Student Diversity at Risk in Wake of Recession, says Dean DeBrock

Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Diversity in university business schools - and ultimately the U.S. workforce - could be another casualty of a deep and lingering economic downturn, says Dean Larry DeBrock.

Online Gambling a Bad Bet for America, Says Kindt

Fri, 08 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

John W. Kindt, a professor of business and legal policy, says supporters of a renewed push to lift the ban on online gambling are betting that it will pay off in easy new tax dollars, but the stakes are too high.

Business students capture award in ethics competition

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Jonathan Kepniss (ACCY) and Victoria Ku (FIN) received a plaque and cash award at Loyola Marymount University?s 11th annual Intercollegiate Business Ethics Competition.

Kindt supports current law against online gambling

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 CST

Kindt, who testified in support of the current law banning online gambling, says legalizing gambling would inflame problems already linked to casinos.

MBA Students Win Leadership Award from Graduate Business Forum

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

Christopher Petersen and David Chonowski received the 2009 student leadership award from the Graduate Business Forum, a global organization established in 1983 to cultivate student leaders from the world?s top business schools.

Rewriting the Syllabus

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

The global recession is forcing many business school professors to rethink the lessons they have been teaching.

Solomon Awarded 2009 AICPA "Distinguished Achievement in Accounting Education"

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ira Solomon, CPA, Ph.D., who heads the Department of Accountancy and holds the R.C. Evans Endowed Chair in Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, is the 2009 recipient of the Distinguished Achievement in Accounting Education award from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Center Plans National Conference to Examine Causes of the Economic Crisis and Explore Policy Solutions.

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society plans a national conference that would assemble top business experts to examine causes of the deepest economic crisis since the Great Depression and explore policy solutions.

ILLINOIS AMA Wins Top Award at Collegiate Conference

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

This award identifies Illinois as being within the top 8 of nearly 150 collegiate AMA chapters across the United States and Canada.

Gambling ban would reverse recession, new book says

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

The three-volume series of academic and government reports recommends that the U.S. and other countries follow the lead of Russia, which has seen an economic boost since it virtually abolished legalized gambling in 2006-07.

JNJ Case Competition Winners

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

Congratulations to the 2009 Johnson and Johnson University of Illinois Case Competition winning team comprised of Kyle Branyik, Jason Febery, Angela Jiang, Alysia Lehner, and Lisandro Tsai. The team finished second in the National Competition on Friday, April 3, 2009 in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The competition is part of JNJ's management training/leadership development program which is the second largest in the country.

Faculty Member Named Dean of UI College of Business

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

Heather Doxey Selected for KPMG's DPP Program

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

The University of Illinois will be represented again in the Department of Professional Practice (DPP) Rotational Program. Heather Doxey was selected from the Chicago KPMG LLP office to participate in the 2009 program when she graduates from the University of Illinois Department of Accountancy with a Master of Accounting Science degree this spring.

Ikenberry: Markets Still Good Litmus Test for Economy

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 CST

While day-to-day ups and downs can be misleading, finance professor David Ikenberry says broader stock market trends are a good indicator of how the economy is faring and whether it?s on the rise or sputtering.

V. Dale Cozad Awards Presented to MBA Students

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Two MBA students win V. Dale Cozad New Venture Competition awards for their ideas.

Networking, Attitude are Key in Job Search

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

U. of I. to Host International Consumer Behavior Conference

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Clothing Search Engine a Winning Idea for UI Team

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Brown Recognizes Learning Curve for Economic Crises

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Does This Fit or Match? Regulatory Focus Effects on New Product Team Decision-Making

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Fullerton Advocates Incentive System for Waste

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

A Minute With Larry DeBrock and Jeffrey Brown

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Markets still a good litmus test for the economy, says Ikenberry

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

Playing to Win: Recessions and Caterpillar

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:00:00 CST

With 4 recessions under his belt, David Burritt, the CFO of Caterpillar knows that hard times can lead to opportunities.

A New Chapter in the Story of the ILLINOIS and Deloitte Relationship

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

College of Business students and administrators interacted with Deloitte partners and professionals at the dedication of the new Deloitte Auditorium in the Business Instructional Facility on February 13, 2009.

C40 Cities Technology & Management International Case Competition 2009

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Roxworthy '76 ACCY Appointed SVP-Tax Global Hyatt

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Upon retiring from YUM! Brands, Illini Pat Roxworthy will join Global Hyatt as their top tax advisor.

South Korean Business Competition Challenges UI Students

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

In-Store Video Ads a Boon to Retailers, A Peril for Traditional Media

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Video advertising in stores is a moneymaker for retailers, but a growing threat to already cash-strapped print and broadcast media, according to a new study co-written by a University of Illinois business professor.

Sinow on Losing Faith in the Financial System and Its Advisors

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Gov. Quinn Visits College of Business

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Recognizing the College of Business for its leadership in corporate, social and environmental responsibility, the Illinois Governor Patrick Quinn signed the Sustainable University Compact at BIF.

The Role of Professional Accountants

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Barry Salzberg spoke at an Accountancy Lyceum, sharing his tips for personal success in the industry.

18 Tips for Getting, Keeping a Job in Tight Employment Market

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

State Can't Gamble Its Way Out of Trouble (Kindt)

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Gaming No Stimulus for Hawaii Economy (Kindt)

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Podcast: Panel Offers Job Hunting Tips

Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Panelists at the College of Business told students that some job-hunting tips are useful in good times and bad --- be focused and organized, know the job you're looking for, do some networking and find a mentor. But they also say it helps to be flexible.

Entrepreneurial ILLINOIS Student Wins Top Engineering Award

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

The synergy of Clark?s entrepreneurial spirit and his education in ILLINOIS? inter-disciplinary Hoeft Technology & Management Program led to his recent winning of the 2009 Student Leadership Award from the Black Engineer of the Year Awards (BEYA) Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Global Competitiveness Conference.

Hennessey Nominated Again for Best Historical Album Grammy

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

2007 Grammy award winner and Business Web Services Manager Meagan Hennessey was nominated for a Grammy in 2008.

Young Entrepreneurs Start Web Sites, Campustown Businesses

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Ryan and Ashton Clark, twin brothers and juniors in Business and Engineering, have launched several successful Web-based businesses over the past four years and plan to launch more in the coming months.

Investigating the credit crisis and liquidity

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Campello's research finds that financially constrained companies have quickly burned through their cash reserves and are having great difficulty finding new sources of funding. The current lack of liquidity is causing constrained companies to make drastic cuts to capital spending, hiring, and research and development, thereby threatening their very survival.

Beyond Compliance--Innovative Educational Materials Depict Auditor Independence as a Value Driver

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

The Department of Accountancy has partnered with industry leaders at Deloitte and thought leaders at the College of Business?s Center for Professional Responsibility in Business and Society to produce educational videos and case studies.

Experts to Discuss Finding Work in a Sour Economy

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Panelists from the College of Business, Busey Bank, University Alumni Career Center, the Library, and an alumnus respond to questions about finding work.

Slash in corporate investment creating long-term problems

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

Slash in Corporate Investment Creating Long-term Problems

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

"We see what firms are doing in the aftermath of the credit crisis, but we don't see what they're not doing," said U. of I. finance professor Murillo Campello. "And what this research shows is that what they?re not doing is pursuing projects that could help build and sustain the U.S. economy for the next 10 years."

Business Career Fair Shrinks Along With Economy

Mon, 02 Feb 2009 00:00:00 CST

"We definitely have felt the impact (of the recession)," said Lois Meerdink, assistant dean for Business Career Services. "We have about a third fewer companies coming to our career fair versus last spring."

Leadership Roundtable: Ashton and Ryan Clark

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

The twin brothers and business partners have accomplished more in their eight years in business than many people do in an entire career.

Accountancy Students Win National Case Competition

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

More than 2500 students from 42 schools competed but only one team of 5 ILLINOIS accountancy students walked away winners of a national competition sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.

ILLINOIS Graduates Still in High Demand

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

110 top businesses and organizations and more than 2,000 job seekers will attend the 15th annual Winter Business Career Fair at the campus Activities and Recreation Center on Monday, February 2 and Tuesday, February 3.

Podcast: Kindt on State Lotteries

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, Professor of Business Administration, was a recent guest on the Curtis Sliwa radio show. Kindt spoke on the topic of lotteries and gambling.

Almeida wins Brattle Award

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

Professor Almeida wins prestigious award for his paper, "The Risk-Adjusted Cost of Financial Distress."

Finance Faculty Join Leadership of Top Journal

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi takes over as managing editor of The Journal of Financial Intermediation and Murillo Campello is appointed associate editor.

Shavitt: Doubts make consumers more willing to reevaluate brands

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 CST

Good news for companies seeking to retool the image of seemingly ingrained brands, such as McDonald?s efforts to promote salads and other healthful menu options.

The High Cost of Doing Business Right

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

The senior vice president and general counsel for State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company spoke about issues surrounding his company's role in the Gulf Coast cleanup following Hurricane Katrina.

xTreme Pride

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Jared Marchiando, Julia Buhnerkempe, Kassandra Hasty, Allison LaBelle and Adam West advanced to the national finals of the PricewaterhouseCoopers xACT competition.

Passion, Networking, Experiences, and Resources for Success

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Business 199 proves successful for incoming freshmen wanting a head start on their undergraduate education and a career in business.

LEAD Gains a Global Perspective on Business

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

ILLINOIS is the first of the LEAD participants to organize an international trip for students. Organizers are hoping to make the trip an annual event and expand it beyond students currently participating in LEAD.

The Top Accountant

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

It should be no surprise that Conrad Hewitt '58, the chief accountant of the Security and Exchange Commission, graduated from the College of Business at ILLINOIS.

18th Symposium on Audit Research

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Top auditing scholars from around the country came to Champaign to attend the 18th Symposium on Audit Research, sponsored by KPMG LLP, Oct. 2-4, 2008.

Finance Roundtable: The State of Hedge Funds

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Three experts in the financial world discussed hedge funds and other investments in the context of the current financial crisis.

Brown Receives Prestigious Samuelson Award

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

The 2008 Paul A. Samuelson Award goes to Jeffrey R. Brown, professor of Finance in the College of Business at ILLINOIS.

Entrepreneurial Student Wins Top Engineering Award

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Ryan Clark is selected for the prestigious 2009 Student Leadership Award presented by the BEYA STEM Global Competitiveness Conference.

Ernst & Young Center for Career Advancement Dedication

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

Phi Gamma Nu First Annual Mr. Business Pageant

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 00:00:00 CST

On November 18, students from the entire College of Business flooded Lincoln Hall Theater at to witness the first Mr. Business Pageant competition.

Brown Lauds Obama's Economic Team

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST

Finance professor Jeffrey R. Brown says Obama "clearly hit the ball out of the park" by nominating a team led by Timothy Geithner, Lawrence Summers, Christina Romer and Peter Orszag. Orszag was a recent guest speaker at the College of Business, where he addressed the fiscal challenges facing the nation's healthcare industry.

Dad's Day 2008

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST

Lyceum: Staying Relevant in a Changing World

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 CST

Dennis M. Nally, chairman and senior partner for PwC LLP, gives tips for success.

Business Honors Students Best in U.S.: Ellers Ethics Case Competition

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

College of Business Honors Program juniors beat the U.S. teams and more on Friday.

A Minute With David Sinow

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

In light of the current turmoil in the stock market, what advice do you have for investors? No. 1, take a deep breath.

Architects Discuss Design of UI Business Instructional Facility

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Native Argentinian and University of Illinois alumnus Cesar Pelli is the architect behind the new Business Instructional Facility, a $64 million building at the corner of Sixth Street and Gregory Drive in Champaign.

Kindt Has Boost for Economy: Ban Gambling

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, a longtime gambling critic and professor of business and legal policy, calls gambling a drag on the economy and predicted that someday there will be a reaction akin to the public anger over Wall Street.

Alpha Kappa Psi 1st Annual Business Softball Tournament

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Business Instructional Facility Dedication

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Podcast: Marketing to Poor Consumers

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Madhu Viswanathan, Associate Professor of Business Administration, talks about how companies can market to poor consumers without being seen as exploiting them, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal's Erin White.

Lyceum: To Do Better Than We Have Done

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Charles "Chuck" Blahous spoke to College of Business students on October 15th about Social Security.

Another Bailout? Government Pension Insurer Could Be Next, Expert Says.

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Another multi-billion-dollar taxpayer bailout could lie ahead, this time to rescue a cash-strapped government program that insures pensions of 44 million American workers and retirees, a University of Illinois finance professor warns.

New CIBER Director Announced

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

The College is pleased to announce that Glenn Hoetker, Associate Professor of Business Administration, has accepted the position of Director of the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER), a joint center of the College of Business and the Office of International Programs and Studies.

We Are Family

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Victor Mullins' "Straight Talk" meetings help freshmen succeed.

Kahn Notes Bank Consolidations Can Lead to Weak Customer Service: CNNMoney

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Charles Kahn (FIN) concurs with consumer fears that service will suffer as banks consolidate.

Accounting Rules Could Change Winners and Losers in Economic Crisis Says Solomon in the Tribune

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

"It's like saying you're a Minnesota Twins fan who didn't like the outcome of the game, so you try to change the rules on how they keep the score," Solomon said.

The 4000 Mile Cure

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Yiming Chang, sophomore in Accounting, peddled her biked from New York to Seattle, as part of Illini 4000 for Cancer.

Critics say accounting rule off mark: Tribune

Thu, 02 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

Accountants are the latest group in the government's cross hairs, as congressional leaders renegotiating a $700 billion bailout package blame accounting rules for deepening the financial crisis.

Business Leadership Roundtable: Mary Kay Haben

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 CST

October 1st opened the new season of Roundtables for the College of Business, and it was certainly an interesting and informative start. The guest speaker was Mary Kay Haben, Group Vice President and Managing Director in Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company's North America Sector. Haben called on her experience and insight in her presentation at this Business Leadership Roundtable, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Presidential economic advisor, SEC accountant to speak at U. of I.

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Charles P. Blahous, deputy assistant to the president for economic policy and deputy director of the White House National Economic Council, and Conrad Hewitt, a U. of I. graduate who has been chief accountant for the SEC since 2006 will each present lectures next month on the ILLINOIS campus.

Real World Real Estate Program at ILLINOIS

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

U.S. News and World Report regularly ranks the ILLINOIS Real Estate Program in its Top 10 Real Estate Programs in the U.S. You can understand why when students are getting cutting-edge courses like Finance 490: Real Estate Development.

BCS Benefits Local Businesses and Student Interns

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

BCS facilitates student internships through programs like InternConnect and the Illinois Board of Higher Education Work Study Grant.

Jimmy Johns' Wisdom: Student Reactions

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

On September 9, the College of Business Honors Program started a new tradition by hosting its first college-wide lecture for all students in the College of Business. Jimmy John Liautaud told approximately 200 students his success story starting in 1983 when he opened his first sandwich shop to the present.

Business Career Fair With a Twist

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Student organizations are trying a different approach to an old standard. Instead of asking their members to attend functions established by recruiters, they are asking recruiters to sell them first on each company. This "Reverse Career Fair" took place September 15th and 16th in the newly constructed Business Instructional Facility.

Rethinking the "War for Talent"

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Research by business administration professor Deepak Somaya regarding the migration of workers to other companies is featured in The Wall Street Journal.

Kindt: Ban on Betting Would Boost Ailing Economy

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Congress should resurrect the nationwide gambling ban to help soothe a fragile U.S. economy shaken by the worst credit and financial crisis in decades, a College of Business professor and national gambling critic says.

Gaming Industry Strained by Soft Economy?

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt, a professor of business and legal policy at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, said casinos have raked in millions, effectively paying off their debts, since the state first legalized the business in the early 1990s.

Podcast: Sinow on Personal Finance

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

Lyceum: Importance of Professional Skepticism

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Bruce Piller and Philip Bach of KPMG LLP spoke to students on September 11 about audit quality and professional skepticism.

Post-Ike Gas Prices Should Level Off

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Hurricane Ike threatened to send already steep gasoline prices soaring, despite a steady decline in crude oil prices, a College of Business finance professor says.

New Test Identifies Shopaholics

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

Kent Monroe, a professor of business administration at Illinois, is one of the developers of a new scale for measuring compulsive buying.

Accessibility of Gambling

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 CST

'The accessibility of the lotteries is a plus for them,' says U. of I. business administration professor John Kindt. 'They're in everybody's back yard.'

Most Sustainable Building on Campus

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

ILLINOIS business students filed into the $60 million Business Instructional facility across from Wohlers Hall, which they helped pay for through the Student Clean Energy Fee. $261,500 of the yearly proceeds were allocated to purchase photovoltaic cells installed on the roof. The building is designed to save campus $300,000 each year.

College Debuts First Green Building at ILLINOIS

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

Solar panels, a green roof, natural ventilation, and other features may help the 160,000-square-foot Business Instructional Facility save $300,000 a year in energy costs and earn a gold or platinum rating in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program.

New Business Facility Blends Instruction, Sustainability

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

College of Business students will study this fall in a new, $60 million-plus building filled with high-tech classrooms, counseling and career services, and a state-of-the-art laboratory that simulates real-time market trading.

College Appoints Northcraft as New Associate Dean of Faculty

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

Effective August 16, 2008, Professor Gregory Northcraft is the Interim Associate Dean of Faculty. Northcraft was named the Harry J. Gray Professor of Executive Leadership in the Department of Business Administration in 1999 and he holds an appointment in the School of Labor and Employment Relations.

An Income Stream to Last a Lifetime

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

In Kiplinger Finance Professor Jeffrey Brown comments on investors' reluctance to embrace annuities.

Somaya Believes Maryland Wins in Patent Infringement Case

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

Deepak Somaya, an assistant professor of strategy who specializes in intellectual property, said the state may have benefited in the case simply by winning the right to use the technology without paying the company.

Podcast: Green Roof on New Business Instructional Facility

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

When the term "green" is applied to buildings, it typically refers to features that reduce energy consumption. The new business instructional facility has all of these things, but also incorporates a feature that is literally green, its roof.

New Business Course Seeks to Instill Professional Responsibility

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 CST

Handshakes and other people skills, ethics training and social awareness are just a few aspects of a back-to-basics business course that will begin this fall in the College of Business, aimed at instilling professional responsibility to guide students through their careers.

Podcast: Sinow on Personal Finance and the Economy

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

Sara A. Greenstein Named Associate Chancellor for Alumni Relations

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CST

Business alumna Sara Greenstein has been named vice president/associate chancellor for alumni relations at the University of Illinois Alumni Association. She previously held the position of senior vice president, chief commercial officer for Underwriters Laboratories Inc. in Northbrook, Ill.

Study: Personal Information in E-mail Marketing can Backfire

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 CST

Businesses risk chasing away prospective customers when they send chummy e-mails that bandy around people's names, hobbies and other personal information to pitch sales, according to a new study of the popular marketing tool.

Pratt: Meaningful Work Leads to Happier Employees and a Healthier Company

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Michael Pratt, professor of business administration at ILLINOIS has insight into the success of Glenview, Illinois-based publishing company Shakespeare Squared.

Ikenberry: Marketing Stock Splits

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Research suggests stock splits can signal better performance for companies, at least in the short term.

Northcraft on Negotiating in US News

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

The hardest part of salary negotiating is that employees often don't know whether an offer is good, says Gregory Northcraft, a professor in the College of Business at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, and coauthor of Get Paid What You're Worth.

Professor: Nursing Home's Finances in Dire Straits

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Rachel Schwartz, who edits a scholarly journal on accounting practices, is serving as an unpaid consultant to the Champaign county board. She said that data supplied on Champaign County Nursing Home finances paints a rosier portrait than documents filed with the state.

Share Buyback Usually Pays Off Over Time: Ikenberry in Bloomberg

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Time Warner Inc., Dell Inc., and CBS Corp. made combined purchases of more than $13 billion in their own shares last year, and all have losses to show for it. This story explores buyback effects for a few large companies.

Two BA Graduate Students Receive Fellowships

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Ten University of Illinois graduate students have been awarded a $9,000 FMC Technologies Inc. Fellowship for the 2008-2009 academic year, including two from the College of Business.

Weisbach: Credit Crunch Opportunity for Corporate M&A

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Acquisition by private equity firms has become increasingly common in recent years in both the U.S. and Europe, with deals growing rapidly in both number and size, notes Michael S. Weisbach in a paper presented at a recent Wharton conference. In that paper, Weisbach and coauthors document, among other things, the greater the leverage applied to a deal, the greater the price it has tended to command.

College Honors Students at Annual Banquet

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business at the University of Illinois honored its students in April at its annual awards banquet.

Leighton Lecture: Creating a Win-Win for Both Employers and Employees

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

During her lecture on March 26, alumna Mary Kay Haben of the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company left her audience with a strong message to take with them: leadership and ethics constitute reputation and there is nothing more important than how people perceive your character.

Commuters, Employers Rework Practices to Deal with Gas Prices

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

In the Chicago Tribune finance professor Don Fullerton comments on how higher gas prices are affecting the workplace.

Diverse Job Responsibilities Yield Multiple Benefits

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Worn thin from wearing too many hats at work? Turns out all of that on-the-job juggling can yield career and even personal benefits, not just stress and burnout, according to new research by a University of Illinois business professor.

A Minute with Cele Otnes

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Summer means wedding gowns and receptions, not just shorts and cookouts. Getting hitched will continue without a hitch this summer despite an economic downturn, says Cele Otnes, who co-authored a 2003 book on the allure of the lavish wedding.

Kraatz and Love: An Image of Betrayal and Opportunism in Corporate Downsizing

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

Corporate reputations take a beating when scandals erupt, faulty products force recalls or earnings tumble, yielding sell-offs that leave investors jittery. But new research by two business professors shows the polished image is so fragile that it can tarnish even when firms make moves with the blessing of powerful stakeholders.

Women in Business Roundtable

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 CST

The topic of women in the boardroom was the focus of a recent College of Business Roundtable, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers. Participants in the panel discussion included UIUC almnae Doris Christopher of Pampered Chef, Ann Cresce of Chicago Climate Exchange, and Jean Reagan of TranzAct Technologies, Inc.

Big Changes Loom If High Gas Prices Hold

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

Americans' usual fuel-saving shortcuts could give way to dramatic changes affecting the nation's auto, housing and even job markets if gasoline prices stay at record highs nearing an average $4 a gallon nationwide, a College of Business finance professor says.

MAS Grad Awarded Position with FASB

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

Jessica Tarica, Master of Accounting Science graduate, was awarded a post-graduate assistant position with the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB). Projects that she will be assigned to include conducting research on the Accounting Standards Codification and evaluating the US GAAP Taxonomy.

Susan Krische Selected as an Academic Accounting Fellow for the SEC

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

Conrad W. Hewitt, the Commission?s Chief Accountant, announced the selection of Donal Byard, Susan Krische, and Roger Martin as Academic Accounting Fellows beginning this summer. Academic Accounting Fellows serve as research resources for Commission staff by interpreting and communicating research materials as they relate to the SEC.

Lyceum: A View of SOX from the CFO Suite

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

"You are going to work hard no matter where you go so find a job you love" was the sage advice from Christine Cole, senior vice president and chief financial officer of McDonald's USA, to a group of more than 100 students from the Department of Accountancy. Cole addressed the crowd at a departmental lyceum on Thursday, April 3, following her talk, "A View of SOX from the CFO Suite."

Lyceum: Confidence and Accountancy

Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

John Veihmeyer, Americas Chairman of KPMG International and Deputy Chairman of KPMG LLP, spoke to accounting students on April 10 about the sustainability of the accounting profession; a question on many people's minds due to recent events that have occurred in the field. Veihmeyer proudly reported, "The profession is stronger today than it has ever been in my career."

Investment Banking: Bravery Facing the Bear

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

There's been a lot of talk about the bear market. In order to help understand its complexities and our fears in dealing with it, the College of Business hosted a Finance Roundtable on April 9th. The session, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers, featured a panel of experts, all of whom are alumni.

1st Annual MSF Investment Challenge Winners Announced

Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

57 MSF students managed portfolios of US and international equities for a period of approximately six months. The competition was organized by the University of Illinois Securities Exchange Simulation (UISES).

Sougiannis: Deferred Tax Assets May Not Really be Assets

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 CST

Ambac Financial Group Inc.'s net worth is shrinking as it writes down bad assets linked to subprime mortgages, but another potential problem elsewhere on its balance sheet could also eat into the company's value.

Deep Dive Workshop: High Performance 401K and Pension Plans

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

On March 27th, Dr. Scott Weisbenner helped alumni dive into knowledge about participant choices in pension plans. Weisbenner, assistant professor in the Department of Finance, was the speaker for the Deep Dive Workshop, part of the Roundtable series sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Fullerton: The Coming Tax Rebates

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

More than $150 billion in federal tax rebates will be doled out soon - cash the government hopes will boost the economy. But Don Fullerton, a visiting professor in the finance department, says taxpayers should do what's best for them - even if it means squirreling the money away.

Student Initiative Helps Homeless Women Help Themselves

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Alpha Kappa Psi, a professional business fraternity at ILLINOIS raised $1,650 from corporate sponsors to turn a basement storage room at the Center for Women in Transition's Forbes House into an exercise room. Residents are excited about the Center's focus on health and the convenience of having their own facility.

Congratulations to Senior 100

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Each year, the University of Illinois Alumni Association and the Student Alumni Ambassadors recognize 100 outstanding seniors through the Senior 100 Honorary. A number of those outstanding seniors are from the College of Business. Congratulations!

Agrawal Receives 2008 Moms Association Humanitarian Award

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

The University of Illinois Moms Association has named Nisa Agrawal (ACCY '08) as the undergraduate recipient of its 2008 Humanitarian Award. The annual award is given to people who have developed innovative approaches to community service work and have translated their ideas into practical results.

Almeida Warns of Possible Rise in Airfares

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

According to College of Business finance professor, Heitor Almeda, a proposed merger of Delta and Northwest airlines likely won't drive up the cost of flying, but that could change if the deal sparks a flurry of consolidation among U.S. air carriers.

Director of Congressional Budget Office to Address Health Care at ILLINOIS

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Peter R. Orszag, director of the Congressional Budget Office, will talk about health care and opportunities in the nation's core fiscal challenge on April 22 at the University of Illinois.

Study: Star Status Among Financial Analysts Overrated

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Some Wall Street analysts are hailed as stars whose forecasts dramatically affect stock prices. However, according to a new study by College of Business finance professor, Louis Chan, the gap between analysts is small and ultimately doesn't give investors as much of an edge as Wall Street brokerage firms lead them to believe.

Lyceum: Exciting Careers Await Future Accountants

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Barry Salzberg, CEO of Deloitte LLP, shared his vision of the next five years for the accounting profession with a large audience of accountancy students on March 27. Salzberg happily reported that "today the corporate and professional worlds are open to anyone, from any background, as long as you are smart, skilled, and willing to work. The doors have been flung open to people from all backgrounds."

Business Teachers Ranked as Excellent, Fall 2007

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Each semester the University of Illinois publishes the "List of Teachers Ranked as Excellent by Their Students," based on voluntarily submitted evaluation forms from instructors across campus. The most recent list, which was just released, features a large contingent of College of Business faculty.

D'Arcy and Kahn Agree Regulatory Overhaul Could Worsen Credit Crisis

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

The Bush administration's sweeping plan to overhaul the nation's financial regulatory system could compound the credit crisis it seeks to cure, two College of Business finance professors say.

College to Host International Marketing Symposium

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Five pioneers will be honored for their contributions to the field of marketing during the Paul D. Converse Symposium April 17-19. The symposium is held every four years, presenting achievement awards that constitute a "Marketing Hall of Fame." The department of business administration and the Central Illinois chapter of the American Marketing Association sponsor the event.

Kindt: Round-the-Clock Casinos Bad for Society

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 CST

Gambling addictions and drunken driving are among life-changing problems that could worsen if Illinois allows casinos to take bets 24 hours a day, a College of Business professor who has studied gambling for more than two decades says.

Confused About Business Majors....Not for Long!

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

What do I want to do with my life? Business Career Services has helped answer this question with their Job Shadow Program. Every freshman and sophomore in the College of Business has the opportunity to submit their resumes to different companies and participate in a one-day job shadow program. This experience helps them see whether or not they want to pursue a career in that industry.

Hard Work Pays Off

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

It was the culmination of many months worth of work when the students of Mr. T Squad took top honors and $6000 in the Philip Morris/James Scholar Case Competition. Only the investment of effort was not limited to just those eager freshmen. Included were committed deans and their staff members, Philip Morris representatives, alumni, development officers, and even the president of the University, B. Joseph White.

Weak Job Market is Actually Mad for Grads

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

According to a recent article in the Chicago Tribune, College of Business graduates are in high demand this year. As Boomer retirements approach, some believe companies are scrambling to fill their ranks with a lot of promising talent.

Solomon Argues Massive Overhaul of Auditing Practices Needed

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

Tough market periods tend to make businesses more aggressive with their estimates and allocations, increasing the potential for fraudulent behavior. Professor Ira Solomon believes improvements in auditing technology and accounting practices are necessary to avoid corporate collapses like the ones involving Enron and WorldCom.

Study: Franchisee Training Key to Success

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

According to a new study advanced, in-depth training on everything from bookkeeping to dealing with customers and suppliers is a key to survival for franchise outlets, said Steve Michael, a professor of business administration in the College of Business.

Viswanathan Honored at Annual Innovation Celebration

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:00:00 CST

Professor Madhu Viswanathan and other notable contributors were honored by the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation and the University for their efforts supporting the technological development of Champaign County.

Co-workers Influential in Organizational Change

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

The seeds of workplace change may come from the top, but take root from the bottom up, according to a new study co-written by Janet Bercovitz, professor of Business Administration.

Podcast: Personal Finance Discussion

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

Dean Mullins' Underlying 'Keys' to Academic Success

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

On February 6th, Associate Dean Victor Mullins hosted the first Spring Student Success Seminar entitled "The Keys to Academic Success in the College of Business". The seminar was open to all students in the College of Business and focused mainly on how to overcome the everyday struggles that business students face. The event addressed the issue of how academic success is tied to the utilization of available resources.

Brown Nominated as Trustee for Social Security, Medicare Programs

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Finance professor Jeffrey R. Brown will be nominated by President Bush to serve on the board of trustees for the nation's Social Security and Medicare programs. If approved by the Senate, Brown will serve as one of two public trustees. The oversight board also includes the secretaries of treasury, labor, and health and human services and the commissioner of Social Security.

Study: Trading Volumes and Liquidity

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Playing a hunch is as ingrained in financial markets as short selling, margin buying and the opening bell. But a new study by Finance professor Tim Johnson shows that gut feelings don't necessarily pay off when it comes to deciding the best time to trade.

Qualls receives Distinguished Marketing Educator Award

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Bill Qualls, Professor of Business Administration, received the 2008 Distinguished Marketing Educator of the Academy of Marketing Science. This honor was bestowed in recognition of his contributions to the field of Multicultural Marketing in the United States. The award was presented at the 2008 Academy of Marketing Science-Cultural Perspectives in Marketing Conference.

Dean Search Update

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Provost Linda Katehi and Dean Robert Easter, Chair of the Dean's Search Committee, spoke with faculty and staff at a town hall meeting on January 25th. Katehi shared with the crowded room her satisfaction with the great team assembled to find the next dean. She expressed her commitment to helping the College find and secure the best possible candidate.

Study: Web Sites Influence Users

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Web surfers may get more than just the music, videos and news updates they were looking for when they log onto trendy next-generation sites such as Last.fm, YouTube and Digg, according to new research by Mu Xia, Professor of Business Administration.

Accountancy Grads in High Demand

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 00:00:00 CST

Ira Solomon, Accountancy Department Head, explains why hiring trends for accounting students are often counter-cyclical. Even though the strength of the economy is weakening, accounting is the No. 1 bachelor's degree in demand by employers.

Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission Gets Business Plan

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

Bhavik Rathod, a current MBA student who works for Illinois Business Consulting at the College of Business, spearheaded a project for the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission. The Commission needed expert advice for structuring a new online store to sell rare and popular products related to Abraham Lincoln to customers nationwide.

MS Tax Professor Promoted to Deputy Chief of Appeals at the IRS

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

W. Kurt Meier was promoted in January to Deputy Chief of Appeals at the IRS. As an adjunct lecturer, Meier also co-teaches the Tax Policy and Procedures course for the Department of Accountancy's MS Tax Program.

College Experts Weigh-In on Teetering Economy

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

The U.S. economy is sputtering amid a lingering housing slump and growing jitters on Wall Street, but whether a recession lies ahead is still anyone?s guess, a trio of University of Illinois economic experts say.

Milestones, Mistakes and Millions

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

On January 16, 2008, College of Business graduates Al Goldstein and Steve Joung showed twenty-somethings and non-twenty-somethings alike how they grew a small business into a large and very profitable entity. The Twenty-Something Leaders in Business Roundtable, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers, featured speakers Goldstein and Joung, President and Chief Operating Officer, respectively, at CashNetUSA.

2008 Notable Contributions to the Auditing Literature Award

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

Ira Solomon, Jay Rich (UIUC Ph.D. 1997), and frequent Visiting Professor, Ken Trotman, received the 2008 Notable Contributions to the Auditing Literature Award for their co-authored article, "The Audit Review Process: A Characterization from the Persuasion Perspective." The award was presented at the annual meeting of the American Accounting Association Auditing Section.

Professor Emeritus Hanns Martin Schoenfeld to Receive Honorary Doctorate

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

Professor Emeritus Hanns Martin Schoenfeld has been bestowed an Honorary Doctorate of Social and Economic Science from the Karl Franzens Universitaet Graz. This honor is in recognition of his outstanding academic merits. The award will be presented June 26, 2008.

Tim Johnson: Evidence of Insider Trading

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

A new study co-authored by Tim Johnson, Professor of Finance, is cited in The Wall Street Journal. The article examines the correlation between the increased number of leveraged buyouts and the rise of insider trading.

Podcast: Personal Finance Discussion

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

Convertibles and Short-term Debt Trends in a Recession

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 CST

Michael Weisbach, Professor of Finance, and two faculty members at top international business schools?Brandon Julio ?05 MS Finance (London Business School), and Woojin Kim ?03 MS Finance, ?06 Ph.D. Finance (Korea University Business School), authored a study looking at the structure of corporate debt issues. They indentified a strong impact of recession on a bond?s quality and that companies are more likely to issue convertible debt during times of slow growth or recession.

Stock Buybacks are Good Performance Indicator, Usually

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

Finance Department Head, Professor David Ikenberry co-authored study of long-term stock performance for companies who buy back their own stocks. Except in those cases where companies make heavy use of discretionary accruals, buybacks usually indicate future performance above market averages.

3M Supports Future Student Collaboration with Investment

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

Thanks to a gift from 3M the new Business Instructional Facility will have a respite for intellectual engagement known as the 3M Student Lounge. The space promises to be a popular student meeting place once the building opens in the fall of 2008.

Solomon Addresses Treasury Department Advisory Committee

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

Professor Ira Solomon presented testimony before the Treasury Department Advisory Committee on the Auditing Profession on December 3, 2007 in Washington DC. The Committee is focused on the future viability of the public accountancy profession. Professor Solomon's testimony was entitled "Human Capital and Its Impact on Audit Quality."

Kindt: The U.S. Military Should Find Other Ways to Entertain Troops

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt believes money raised from military gambling is not worth the risk of damaging service personnel and their families.

Deloitte Midwest AERS Case Study Competition

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

The University of Illinois team consisting of Rahul Bhangare, Cassidy Buss, Anthony Griglione, Colleen Murray, Michael Notton, and Jillian Urbelis won the Deloitte Midwest Audit and Enterprise ?Risk Services (AERS) Case Study Competition. ?As the winning team, they will have the opportunity to participate in the Deloitte National Case Study Competition in Scottsdale, Arizona this spring. ?

A Minute with Lan Chaplan

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 00:00:00 CST

Marketing professor Lan Chaplin co-authored a study on children and materialism that will appear in the December edition of the Journal of Consumer Research. As the year's biggest gift-giving holiday nears, she discusses her findings in an interview with the University of Illinois News Bureau.

The New Globalization of Accounting Standards

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

There's been a revolution in accounting and its initials are IFRS - International Financial Reporting Standards. This was the topic of discussion on November 14th, when the College of Business presented the Accountancy Roundtable. The featured speaker was Tessie Johnson of PricewaterhouseCoopers, sponsor of the event.

Business Council's Initiative on Diversity

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

On November 3rd Business Council hosted the first ever Business Diversity Conference at the Illini Union for over 100 students. The conference focused on the importance and the benefits of diversity in the corporate world. The event helped students learn about diversity issues companies are facing by offering interactive workshops.

The Lending Hand

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

A woodworker in Guatemala hopes to expand his business. A maid in Ecuador dreams of establishing a craft stand. A young woman in Africa wants to open a salon. None has a credit history, none has collateral, but all have workable ideas and a need for capital. Microfinance institutions attempt to fill this lending void.

Are We Becoming the No-Vacation Nation?

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

It is no secret that Americans work more hours and have fewer paid vacations than any other developed country. Recent media reports have observed that many are not even taking the little bit of vacation they have accrued. So, if employers are offering paid vacation, however paltry, why are people not taking it all?

Negotiating a Volatile Economy

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

Anyone caught up in the housing meltdown or the gyrating stock market might want to know why corporate financial statements didn?t give fair warning of what was to come. One way to understand how this economic tsunami struck without more warning is to look at the financial system through the eyes of accounting and finance specialists. Three accounting experts at the College of Business explain what financial data can tell investors, and what it can't.

Field of Green: Exploring Environmental Economics

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

Don Fullerton considers himself an environmentalist, but he readily concedes that like-minded folks may fervently disagree. That's because Fullerton, a visiting professor of finance, is an environmental economist. He believes that the environmental benefits ought to exceed economic costs of any program to reduce or clean up pollution.

Reslicing the Corporate Pie

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

Anyone who follows financial news is likely to see a growing number of stories about corporations that are buying back their stock. What?s missing from the individual stories is the larger picture: the large number of buybacks is reshaping the U.S. economy by rapidly shifting hundreds of billions of dollars from unproductive uses to new ventures.

Audio: Personal Finance Discussion

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

DeBrock to Assume Interim Dean Post

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

Provost Linda Katehi announced that Professor Larry DeBrock, Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Acting Associate Dean of the Faculty in the College of Business, has agreed to become Interim Dean of the College of Business, effective January 1, 2008, pending approval by the Board of Trustees.

Nanyang Technological University Partnership

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 CST

The strategic partnership between the University of Illinois Department of Accountancy and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Business School has been extended for an additional five years. This partnership is a collaboration for the purpose of enhancing individual accountancy courses and the accountancy curriculum as a whole at NTU. Several research exchanges and collaborations have been stimulated by the strategic partnership.

Leadership in the Private Equity Industry

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Alumni and guests were treated to insights regarding leadership in the private equity industry on October 25th by Avy Stein, a graduate of both the University of Illinois and the Harvard Law School. Stein was the featured speaker at the Business Leadership Roundtable, presented by the College of Business and sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Bring On The Competition: First Busey Corp. Is Ready

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Van Dukeman ('80 alumnus), President and CEO, First Busey Corporation, was a guest speaker in October. Dukeman addressed MBA and MSF students and said that he is happy to take on any competition - from behemoth to smaller banks.

LYCEUM: Accounting Offers Ample Challenges and Opportunities

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Russell G. Weiman ('73 Accountancy), National Managing Partner of Assurance and Advisory Practices, Grant Thornton LLP, put it bluntly when he told students attending his Lyceum presentation on October 18 that the challenges and opportunities in the accounting profession today are immense but equal.

MBA Career Services: Culver Comments in BusinessWeek

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Annetta Culver, Senior Director of MBA Career Services, addresses the changing needs of part-time MBA students. Unlike other programs, part-time MBA students at Illinois are allowed to participate in career fairs and information sessions. "As demands change, the level of service and response to those demands will have to change," Culver says.

Audio: Personal Finance Discussion

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance in the College of Business at the University of Illinois, discusses personal finance matters on his monthly call-in show at WILL AM 580.

Symposium Honoring Professor Rashad Abdel-Khalik

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

In recognition of Professor A. Rashad Abdel-Khalik's far-reaching contributions to the field of accounting over the past 40 years, National Taiwan University is hosting a symposium in conjunction with the Asia-Pacific Journal of Accounting and Economics (APJAE) in his honor. The symposium will be in late December in Taiwan.

Symposium: India 60 - The Critical Questions

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Join the University of Illinois in celebrating 60 years of Indian independence by attending "India Sixty," a symposium addressing major issues in India. The free event, which is co-sponsored by the College of Business, will take place November 2-3, 2007.

Ghosh to Assume University Vice Presidency

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

University of Illinois President B. Joseph White today announced that he has recommended Avijit Ghosh, dean of the College of Business at the Urbana-Champaign campus, to serve as the next vice president for technology and economic development for the three-campus University system.

LYCEUM: Forensic Accountants - A Rare Breed

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

As the leader of Navigant Consulting?s largest global practice group Timothy Hart has testified in arbitration courts in the United States and around world. And, all too often today, a focus of such testimony is fraud.

LYCEUM: A Healthy Degree of Professional Skepticism

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

In his September 13 presentation Bruce Piller, managing partner with KPMG LLP, said a healthy degree of professional skepticism goes a long way in enhancing the quality of an audit. In fact, he said, it's essential.

Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation Launches Career Day

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Approximately 80 Midwest college students interested in the commercial real estate field will participate in the first Harold E. Eisenberg Foundation semi-annual Career Day. A select group of students from the College of Business were invited to attend, and also helped plan the event.

The 2007 Solar Decathlon Competition

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 CST

Combining an MBA with architecture can create some bright accomplishments. Joe Simon, who is currently pursuing a joint MBA and master of architecture degree, was one of 200 University of Illinois students and faculty advisors participating in an international competition to build a 100 percent solar powered house.

2007-2008 Roundtable Series Kicks Off

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business 2007-2008 Roundtable Series, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers, kicked off on September 19 with an Innovation Management Roundtable held in Chicago. The series is designed to enhance professional development and cultivate a regional network among working professionals, faculty and alumni.

Four New Faculty Fellows

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

In an email announcement to faculty and staff, Greg Oldham, acting Dean for the College, announced the appointments of four new College of Business Faculty Fellows: Ruth Aguilera; Murillo Campello; Timothy Johnson, and; Scott Weisbenner.

Audio: Otnes Dissects Apple's iPhone Price Drop

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

Cele Otnes, Professor of Business Administration, discusses Apple's recent decision to drop the price of its iPhone in this edition of the Illini Business Podcast. Otnes touches on a variety of marketing topics, including Apple's reputation as a "merchant of cool", customer loyalty, early adopters, and the difficulties associated with entering new markets.

Gebauer on High Wired Workers

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

Judith Gebauer, a professor of business administration at Illinois, said workers want top-of-the-line technology to take care of business while they're away from the office. "If people can't depend on the technology," she said, "they won't use it."

On Time and On Budget!

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

"On time and on budget!" This is the mantra of Dean Avijit Ghosh and University officials that is keeping construction crews and contractors in step with the new Business Instructional Facility being built on the corner of Sixth and Gregory. It officially opens on the first day of fall semester classes in August of 2008.

Connect Through Lifetime Email

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

In a work world that increasingly thrives on social networking, University of Illinois College of Business students and alumni now have the opportunity to remain connected to their alma mater for life, electronically connected, that is, through a new College email account.

A Special Gift Honoring Faculty

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

Room 370 Wohlers Hall will henceforth be known as the Wolfson Faculty Lounge. Alumnus Mark Wolfson and his wife Sheila have named the Faculty Lounge through a generous $250,000 gift to the College. In making this gift, Wolfson said that honoring the faculty was a personal priority.

Audio: Pennacchi On Subprime Mortgage Crisis

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

George Pennacchi, Professor of Finance, examines the current subprime mortgage crisis in this episode of the Illini Business Podcast. Pennacchi puts the current situation in historical context, explores the roots of the issue, and outlines the effects on the broader capital markets.

Audio: Personal Finance Discussion

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 00:00:00 CST

David Sinow, Clinical Professor of Finance; and John Micetich, President and CEO of Kensington Financial and Adjunct Lecturer in the College of Business at the University of Illinois discuss personal finance matters.

The Class of 2011 Receives a Hearty Welcome

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 CST

College of Business faculty and staff, upper classman and corporate sponsors alike rolled out the red carpet for this year's 560 College of Business incoming freshmen and new transfer students.

KPMG Hosts MSA Students

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 00:00:00 CST

Recognizing the potential student talent represented in the MSA program KPMG's Campus Recruiting team partnered with Business Career Services to develop a pilot program called "Learning About Business Behavior" (LABB) for MSA Students in the Class of 2008. Through this program, students gained a greater understanding of business, improved communication skills and developed a network of contacts.

Future Business Alumni Leaders On Board With Networking

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 CST

It's never too early to network. This is mantra of the Future Business Alumni Leaders (FBAL), a student future alumni group run by students who wish to get a jump start on networking even before they graduate. Now in its third year, the organization has an especially active schedule with a host of events planned to leverage professional relationships among College alumni.

In the Classroom: Technology Meets Strategy

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 CST

While the functional disciplines of accounting, finance, organizational behavior and new product development all play a critical role in the success of a company, strategy is key, says Glenn Hoetker, associate professor of Business Administration. Hoetker teaches a new course with the MS Tech Program called Technology Strategy.

Ikenberry Appointed Associate Dean for Exec Ed

Tue, 28 Aug 2007 00:00:00 CST

Acting Dean Greg Oldham announced that, effective August 16, 2007, Professor David Ikenberry assumes the position of Associate Dean for Executive Education in addition to continuing as Chair of the Finance Department.

Results of Fourth Annual LEAD Program are Outstanding

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Now in its fourth year, the University of Illinois College of Business is one of twelve universities chosen to participate in the Leadership and Development (LEAD) program. In July 2007, 30 rising seniors graduated from the 3-week intensive program. LEAD is an opportunity to attract African Americans, Hispanic and Native Americans who enroll as undergraduates in the College of Business.

Westgren Named Department Head of Business Administration

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business is pleased to announce that Professor Randall Westgren has been appointed to head the Department of Business Administration. Westgren assumes the position from long-serving head Huseyin Leblebici who will continue to enjoy research and teaching pursuits in the College.

Scholarship Gives Minority Undergrads a Rare Peek Into the World of Private Equity

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Winners of a newly-established Illinois Venture Capital Association (IVCA) internship scholarship are getting an inside glimpse this summer into some of the most prestigious capital and private equity firms in the country. The IVCA Scholarship Program was created in 2007 to interest minority students in a venture capital or private equity career.

Business Administration to Enhance its Curriculum with Five New Majors

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business announces it has created five new majors for Department of Business Administration students. Beginning in the fall of 2007, all students enrolled in the department will need to elect one of five new majors, and one of two new concentrations if they pursue a Management degree.

Executive MBA Ranked #1 in Poland

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

On June 16, 41 proud students graduated as the 14th class of the Warsaw-Illinois Executive MBA program. For the past five consecutive years, the program has been ranked #1 by an influential Polish weekly business magazine.

Fueling a Stock Buyback Boom: Ikenberry interview on First Business

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Professor David Ikenberry discusses how the economy?s largest companies, driven by accumulated cash on their balance sheets, are pushing money back into the capital markets.

Mahoney and Otnes Appointed IBE Professorships

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Dean Avijit Ghosh announced the appointments of Professors Joseph Mahoney and Cornelia "Cele" Otnes to endowed faculty positions. Professor Otnes will be appointed as Investors in Business Education Professor of Marketing and Professor Mahoney as the Investors in Business Education Professor of Strategy, both in the Department of Business Administration.

Agarwal and Brown Appointed Chaired Professorships

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Dean Avijit Ghosh took great pride in announcing the appointment of two College of Business professors to endowed chairs. Professor Rajshree Agarwal will be appointed as the John Georges Professor of Technology Management and Strategy in the Department of Business Administration. Professor Jeffrey Brown will be appointed as the Karnes Professor of Finance.

Covet Thy Neighbors' Investment Choices: Faculty in NY Times

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 CST

Finance faculty members Zoran Ivkovich and Scott J. Weisbenner address the herding effects of "keeping up with the Joneses" in research that shows investors favor the stocks their neighbors are buying.

Back to School: Teaching Entrepreneurship to Local Non-profits

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 00:00:00 CST

The Social Entrepreneurship Summer Institute (SESI) is a new summer program that provides local non-profit groups with an introduction to basic business principals taught by faculty from all three College departments, as well as outside consultants and faculty from other University colleges.

Donation Establishes the Lakonishok Deanship and Fellowship

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 CST

Faculty member Josef Lakonishok and his wife, Margot, have established the Josef and Margot Lakonishok Decanal Chair in Business, an endowed position to be held by the dean of the College of Business. The endowment will also establish the Lakonishok Doctoral Fellowship in the department of Finance.

$100 Million Gift Kicks Off Brilliant Futures Campaign

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 CST

The University of Illinois announced a record $100 million gift commitment from MBA alumnus Thomas Siebel during the kick-off of the largest fundraising effort in the 140-year history of the University.

Faculty Achieve Tenure, Receive Promotions

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

Glenn Hoetker, Scott Weisbenner and Martin Wu have achieved tenure and will be promoted to rank of associate professor. Rajshree Agarwal , Jeffrey Brown and Michael Pratt have also been promoted to full professor.

In the Classroom: Graduation Ceremonies for the Class of 2007

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

Maintaining alumni connections, integrity and a stellar reputation were the underlying themes in the convocation and graduation ceremonies for the class of 2007. Three accomplished alumni addressed graduates, proud parents, friends, and families at the May 12th event.

Job Shadowing Program Links Companies, Students

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

Thanks to an innovative job shadowing program in the College of Business, more than 400 freshman and sophomores were matched with 122 companies last year to demonstrate in very concrete ways how classroom skills relate to the workplace.

When Red Tape Means a lot of Green

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

Many foreign companies have voluntarily listed their stocks on United States exchanges. When they do so, they put themselves under the jurisdiction of U.S. securities laws, U.S. regulators, and, potentially, U.S. courts. Why would they do this when they could so easily avoid this web of oversight by staying out of U.S. stock markets? The answer is that it saves them a lot more than it costs.

Women in Business and Philanthropy

Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

College of Business women alumna, students and friends continue to leave their mark on the University, the nation, and the world. The Development Office has launched a new program for Women in Business and Philanthropy that will support these exceptional women.

College of Business Access Scholarships to Provide up to $3,500 a Year

Tue, 22 May 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business announced it will provide financial help of up to $3,500 a year to undergraduate students enrolled full-time whose families have demonstrated financial need. The Scholarships will begin in the 2007-2008 academic year, with up to $80,000 to be awarded to each entering class. When fully implemented, a total of $320,000 will be available annually.

UIUC SIFE Team Wins Award

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

A team of students from the College of Business was named "Rookie of the Year" in a regional competition in Chicago last month.

LYCEUM: Timothy Flynn Discusses Business Integrity

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

Why do business professionals land in the Wall Street Journal as yet another sour story? Tim Flynn, Chairman, CEO of KPMG had answers and solutions in his Lyceum presentation, "Integrity ? the key to success."

In the Classroom: IT and E-Business Strategy

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

Mike Shaw teaches students to think through the management challenges, and business opportunities, of information technology strategy.

Masters of the Market: Finance Club Mentors High School Students

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

University students help local high schoolers understand the ins and outs of the marketplace, one trade at a time.

Sougiannis named KPMG Professor of Accountancy

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

Theodore Sougiannis, who has been with the College for more than 17 years, was recently named the KPMG Professor of Accountancy.

LYCEUM: J. Richard Stamm Outlines Industry Landscape

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

The current tax environment is one of increasing regulations, a strong economy, significant merger and acquisition activities, and globalization, J. Richard Stamm, National Partner-In-Charge of Tax, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP told students during his April Lyceum presentation.

Regional Fed President Makes Stop in Champaign

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

Michael Moskow, the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, shared his thoughts on the economy and contemporary issues in the financial services industry during an April visit.

LYCEUM: Beth Brooke on the Current & Future Regulatory Landscape

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

As global vice chair of strategy, communications and regulatory affairs for Ernst & Young, LLP, Beth Brooke focuses on developing the firm's strategic direction and shaping its position on public policy. At an April Lyceum presentation, "Current and Future Regulatory Landscape in Accountancy," Brooke offered some insights and predictions on this topic.

Tzu Chi College of Technology in Taiwan Delegation Visit

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

A delegation of faculty from Tzu Chi College of Technology in Taiwan visited the Department of Accountancy the week of April 9th. The focus of the visit was to learn firsthand about the Project Discovery curriculum via course observation and group discussions with UIUC faculty. The Project Discovery curriculum emphasizes active learning through numerous problem-solving exercises (e.g., cases, group exercises, projects, and simulations) combined with a conceptual understanding of accounting.

Finance Case Competition Winners Announced

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

On Saturday, March 31st, the first James A Gentry Finance Case Competition was held for graduate finance students in the MSF program. The event was a great success with 7 teams participating.

Face Value: Forensic Accountants Focus on Fraud

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

Frank Nekrasz has more to teach his accounting students than what's in a textbook. When he takes a seat in a Wohlers lecture hall the first day of class, students often assume he's a student rather than the instructor. It could be the black leather jacket and the long goatee. Or maybe it's the bald head and the skull tattoos. But whatever it is, when he moves to the front of the class to introduce himself, one thing is certain. "I've challenged their assumptions."

Mapping Out New Markets

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

To Professor Madhu Viswanathan, understanding the 4 billion people who live in poverty and the potential they represent as consumers and entrepreneurs is all about life lessons first, business lessons second.

Brain Power: The Game Has Changed

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

A mere generation or two ago, a strong back, stamina, and loyalty were a guarantee of regular employment. But with the rise of the high-technology sector and the gradual shifting of the economy away from agriculture and manufacturing, brainpower is the name of the game these days.

Priming the Pump: New Money Means Big Business

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 CST

American business runs on money. Without it, the best inventions will never become tomorrow?s promising startups, and even mature businesses will wither and die. But the sources of business financing are rapidly changing. Hundreds of billions of dollars from private equity financing have poured into the business world, bringing about a fundamental restructuring of the American economy.

Dean Ghosh to Speak on the Future of Business Schools

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

College of Business Dean Avijit Ghosh is among five panelists who will discuss the future of business schools at the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International Conference and Annual Meeting. The College is one of the sixteen founding members of AACSB.

Grant Thornton Donation to Fund New Lecture Hall

Thu, 29 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

On March 16, Grant Thornton LLP presented a check for $30,000 to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This is the first installment of a $300,000 donation to be made over the next ten years for the university?s new Business Instructional Facility.

In the Classroom: Management Challenges in Emerging Economies

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

What happens when an American company conducting business in an emerging market uses a one-size-fits-all business strategy, and fails to heed the warnings of its foreign managers that dire consequences are imminent?

Deans Literally Make a Splash in This Year's Polar Plunge

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

The MBA Service Club raised more than $4,500 for the annual March Special Olympics Polar Plunge in Mahomet Lake. The student club exceeded their fundraising goal of $2,000, with the incentive that if the monetary goal was reached, College of Business Dean Avijit Ghosh and MBA Dean Mary Miller would join the hearty MBAs and plunge.

2006 - 2007 Roundtable Series: A Successful Partnership

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College's Roundtable Series, sponsored by PricewaterhouseCoopers, is a successful series of lecture presentations designed to enhance professional development. The series runs from September 2006 through May 2007 and covers topics designed to meet the current and future issues facing business professionals.

2007 Spring Luncheon: Celebrating 47 years

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

March marked the 47th year that the College of Business family has met in Chicago to honor the achievements of outstanding faculty and College of Business alumni at the annual Spring Luncheon. This year's audience included more than 600 individuals, the largest crowd in attendance to date.

The New World Market

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

Associate professor Madhu Viswanathan on teaching the poor how to become better-informed buyers and sellers

Fighting Poverty in India

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 00:00:00 CST

Associate Professor Madhu Viswanathan on how teaching the poor how to become better-informed buyers and sellers helps combat poverty.

Webmaster by Day, Grammy Winner by Night

Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:00:00 CST

Meagan Hennessey leads a double life. By day she is the College's Manager of Business Web Services. In her spare time, she wins Grammy Awards. Hennessey and her husband manage a label dedicated to historical recordings. They were nominated for their album Lost Sounds: Blacks and the Birth of the Recording Industry 1891-1922. The ceremony was February 11 in Los Angeles.

LYCEUM: Chet Wood on Leading and Managing Change

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 00:00:00 CST

In response to the question during his February Lyceum presentation, "How do CEOs effectively lead and manage change?", Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Deloitte Tax LLP, Chester (Chet) J. Wood asked a question himself: "When things happen out of your control, and indeed they will, how are you going to deal with it?"

2007 Winter Business Career Fair: Double-digit Growth

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 00:00:00 CST

The Business Career Fair, held January 30-31, brought together a record number of companies, students and alumni for a chance to network and to exchange information. The number of participating companies, 160 total, increased over last year's winter fair by 20 percent.

Tackling Corporate Governance in the Capital of China

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

Corporate governance is a sensitive topic. At a recent forum in China sponsored by the Illinois Global Business Initiative, business professionals, government leaders and faculty tackled corporate governance as a conference topic in a first of its kind event.

White on the Nature of Leadership

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

What do elephants and lizards have to do with making a great leader? In his recently published book, B. Joseph White, the University of Illinois President and James Towey Professor of Business Administration, weaves lively stories from his own leadership journey and explains his analogy that defines the universal nature of leadership.

Top Paper Prize

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

Allen Poteshman, an associate professor of finance in the College of Business, has won the 2006 Geewax, Terker, and Company Prize for Investment Research working paper.

Research with a Royal Twist

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

Cele Otnes, a professor of marketing in the College of Busines, isn't surprised that "The Queen" is an Oscar nominee. She is researching and writing a book on the British Royal Family as a "brand" and says Americans can't get enough of the Royals.

A Most Impressive Showing by the Accountancy Department

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

The College's Department of Accountancy recently was recognized to an unprecedented extent by awards for auditing excellence from the American Accounting Association. At a recent conference, University of Illinois faculty, and alumni garnered four of a possible six awards for excellence in research, education, and service to the profession.

Finance Faculty Recognized for Scholarly Output

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

The Department of Finance in the College of Business has been recognized for excellence in scholarly output, according to a new ranking system that evaluates institutions throughout the country.

Holiday Celebrations Ever Thus

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

Getting wrapped up in holiday gift giving is a cultural expectation, says Professor Cele Otnes in the Chicago Sun Times.

Use Caution in Online Retailing

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:00:00 CST

Assistant Professor Yunchuan "Frank" Liu suggests in Businessweek that traditional retailers think carefully before developing an online retail presence.

Undergraduate Affairs Wins Civic Commitment Grant

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Office of Undergraduate Affairs in the College of Business has won a $5,000 grant from the Chancellor's Task Force on Civic Commitment in the 21st Century to help fund the startup of its Social Entrepreneurship Summer Institute (SESI). SESI is a summer program that will educate students, through service learning, about civic engagement and societal needs.

Victory! Illinois Students Win MTVu Competition

Wed, 20 Dec 2006 00:00:00 CST

The long hours and late nights paid off for four Business students - they beat a team from Indiana University in Quad Squads, a reality television show on MTV's university network. Their prize? Braggin' rights, computer software, and a chance to intern with Microsoft.

Examining Materialism in the Young

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 00:00:00 CST

Relatively little is known about how materialistic values develop in childhood and adolescence, says Lan Nguyen Chaplin, an assistant professor of business administration in the College of Business. Yet one thing is certain - children's self-esteem plays a big role in that process.

Chicago Mercantile Exchange Gives College $1 Million Grant for Markets Information Lab

Mon, 18 Dec 2006 00:00:00 CST

The College of Business has been awarded a $1 million grant from the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Trust to support a markets information laboratory. The laboratory will be housed in the new Business Instructional Facility.

Venture Capital Competition Nets Students $2,000 Prize

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

In mid-November, nine student team finalists participated in a venture capital competition sponsored by the Golder Center with a top prize of $2,000. Their challenge? Convince their "Senior Partners" that a proposed investment was worthwhile by developing a proposal and making their argument to the panel of judges.

Certificate in Business Administration

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

A ten-week program offered by the College of Business gives graduates students in non-business programs the chance to add another credential to their resumes. The Certificate in Business Administration Program for Graduate Students is designed specifically for non-business graduate students who want the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a variety of business ventures.

Law Firm Alumni Underwrite College of Business Scholarship

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

After four or more years on campus, many alumni have fond memories of their time at the University of Illinois. That's why, when the members of the Management Committee at Much Shelist were discussing giving back to their alma mater, there was little debate at the Chicago-based law firm.

The Power of the Princess

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Cele Otnes comments on marketing to tween girls in the Chicago Sun Times.

Brown Takes His Seat

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

It?s official ? Associate Professor Jeff Brown is a member of the Social Security Board.

Inflation-Protected Annuities Part of Smart Retirement Portfolio

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:00:00 CST

Associate Professor Jeff Brown comments on the value of inflation-protected annuities for retirees in US News and World Report.

In the classroom: Product and Market Development for Subsistence Marketplaces

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 00:00:00 CST

An interdisciplinary look at developing new markets? That's been done. A class in product development? Ditto. But a course that combines new product development and the broader issues of poverty and sustainability in emerging markets, taught from both a business and an engineering perspective? Now that's something new.

College Adds New CIO/Associate Dean for eLearning

Thu, 26 Oct 2006 00:00:00 CST

Lanny Arvan, new Chief Information Officer and Associate Dean for eLearning at the College of Business, knows first-hand how online learning tools can benefit students. One of his economics students improved from failing a first test to receiving an "A" in the course with computer-based, real-time homework assistance.

LYCEUM: Grant Thornton's Fusco on the Changing Reality of Auditor Concentration

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 00:00:00 CST

Eighty percent of all publicly traded firms are audited by one of the Big Four accounting firms. That may be good for the Big Four's bottom line, but it leaves companies with few choices, and puts the capital market at risk, said Cono Fusco, Managing Partner-Strategic Relationships with Grant Thornton LLP.

Finance professor named to Social Security Advisory Board

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 00:00:00 CST

President George W. Bush has appointed Jeffrey R. Brown, an associate professor of Finance, to the Social Security Advisory Board.

State Farm Expands Partnership with College; Investment Supports New Classroom Space

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 00:00:00 CST

State Farm and the State Farm Companies Foundation have pledged $500,000 to support the College's $75 million fund-raising initiative, Investing in Excellence. The gift, to be made over five years, will fund classroom space in the new Business Instructional Facility.

New Leader for IBC

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 00:00:00 CST

John Clarke, who heads The Hoeft Technology & Management Program, will also lead the Illinois Business Consulting Program.

Business Alumni Lead UIAA

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 00:00:00 CST

Mary Kay Kretch Haben, Thomas D. Vogelsinger, and David J. Seiler will provide new leadership for University of Illinois Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Sougiannis Named KPMG Distinguished Professor of Accountancy

Thu, 14 Sep 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Theodore Sougiannis has been appointed the KPMG Distinguished Professor of Accountancy. By conferring the KPMG Professorship on Professor Sougiannis, the College recognizes and celebrates his many contributions in the field of Accountancy and to his Department and the College.

A Look at Value in File-Sharing Online Communities

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Mu Xia conducts study to help entrepreneurs and investors evaluate online sharing communities from a business point of view.

Third Annual LEAD Program a Success

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

This summer the College hosted its third Leadership and Development (LEAD) Program, designed to increase the number of African American, Hispanic, and Native American students who enroll in the College of Business.

The Future of Social Security

Tue, 22 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Joseph Finnerty explores the underlying problems facing the current system and offers practical solutions.

Doris Christopher to Share Business Lessons

Wed, 16 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

Founder and chairman of The Pampered Chef Doris Christopher will deliver the V. Dale Cozad Lecture in Entrepreneurship on September 12, 2006.

Options Traders Beating the Market

Sun, 13 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Allen Poteshman speaks to the powerful incentives driving traders to the options market in a New York Times article.

Website Design Wins Customers, Says White

Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 CST

Research by Tiffany Barnett White shows that companies should invest in good website design, which encourages trust by consumers.

Broschak Comments on Morale and Company Picnics

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Assistant Professor Joe Broschak comments on company social events and their value to employees.

Kindt on Connecticut Casinos

Mon, 31 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

State decisions on casino gambling are not driven by "valid government decision making" says Kindt

US Listing Helps Raising Funds Elsewhere

Mon, 24 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Economist cited research by Michael Weisbach in a late July article.

Gambling Returns Too Generous to Builder Says Kindt

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

A casino venture in Florida is very generous to the builder, says Business Administration Professor John Kindt who studies the gaming industry.

Petruzzi Named Gutman Teaching Excellence Fellow

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Associate Professor Nicholas Petruzzi has been honored as the first Gutman Teaching Excellence Fellow.

Cannaday Named Emeritus

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Finance faculty member Roger Cannaday is retiring but not leaving the College.

Kindt Comment Rebutted in Commentary

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

An editorial in the Arizona Star takes issue with Kindt's comments about the impact of online gambling.

House Passes Limits to Online Gambling

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt comments on the House vote to prohibit use of credit cards to pay for online gambling.

Retired Finance Professor Assessing Earnings Figure in Suit

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Charles Linke, retired professor of finance, is evaluating the potential earnings of Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Robert Thomas for a libel suit.

Kindt on Online Gambling

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor John Kindt calls online gambling the "crack cocaine" of gambling.

Engelbrecht-Wiggans Named IBE Professor

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 00:00:00 CST

Richard Engelbrecht-Wiggans was named as the IBE Distinguished Professor of Business Administration this month.

Poteshman Honored

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

Allen Poteshman was honored this month with a research award.

Pursuit of Perfection: "Bridezilla" Explained

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

Pursuit of the perfect wedding could be at the heart of the so-called "Bridezilla" syndrome.

Warsaw-based MBA Program Leads Poland Programs

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Executive MBA Program offered by Warsaw University and the University of Illinois is ranked first in Poland.

2006 Bechtel Award to Meerdink

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

Lois Meedink received the 2006 Bechtel Award this month.

Doctoral Students Awarded Irwin Fellowships

Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

Seven PhD students received financial support for their studies from the Irwin Family Foundation

Campus Launches "UI Mobile"

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

If you have a smart cell phone, a BlackBerry, or another hand-held device, the Urbana campus has a service just for you!

Illinois Panel Concludes IRBs Overregulate and Underprotect

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

An Illinois panel that includes BA's Michael Pratt concluded that institutional review boards are overregulating human subjects research while underprotecting participants.

Kindt Comments on Illinois Gaming Board's Authority

Wed, 14 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

An appellate court ordered the Illinois Gaming Board to issue a license but noted that the license can be revoked.

Growth of Gambling in Missouri: Kindt Comments

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 00:00:00 CST

The public, observes John Kindt, is becoming acclimated to gambling.

Hidden Costs in Medicaid: Brown Study Cited

Wed, 24 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Medicaid has expanded far beyond its original mission. Jeffrey Brown's research is cited in a Heartland Institute report.

Keeping Tech Current in a Business Curriculum

Tue, 23 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Business programs strive to balance educating about today's technology and looking to the future.

CIBER Renewed

Tue, 23 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Illinois CIBER has four more years to impact international business education and research.

FMC Technologies Fellowships to Two BA Students

Thu, 18 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Two PhD students are recipients of $9,000 FMC Technologies Fellowships for the 2006-07 academic year.

Ikenberry Comments on Stockholder Showdown at Massey Energy

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

David Ikenberry comments on hedge fund attempt to elect its candidates to board of directors.

Convocation and Graduation Ceremonies for Class of 2006

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Graduation is both an end and a beginning. Receiving a degree is the end of one cycle of education and, for most, the beginning of a career.

Students Recognized as Leaders

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Several students in the College of Business were honored with campus awards for leadership.

Appeasing Shareholders: The High Price of Stock Buybacks

Fri, 12 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

David Ikenberry comments on Massey Energy's costly purchase of stock since the beginning of the month.

Small Business Consulting Class Offers Real-World Challenges

Wed, 10 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Consulting might seem like a dream job but is it? One business administration class offers a taste of consulting.

Suspicious Insurance Claims Using D2K Techniques

Tue, 09 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Steve D'Arcy research at NCSA uses data mining techniques to look for patterns in insurance claims.

Stock Price and Strike Price

Sun, 07 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Research by Allen Poteshman, Neil Pearson, and Sophie Ni is the basis of a New York Times article by Mark Hulbert.

Impact of Money-off Coupons for Prescription Drugs

Sun, 07 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor emeritus Kent Monroe comments on consumer reactions to coupons for prescription drugs.

Groundbreaking: Higher Education Panel Discussion

Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Three scholars and administrators offered their thoughts on the future of higher education during a panel discussion that kicked off the groundbreaking celebration.

Groundbreaking: College Celebrates Important Milestone

Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

The College ceremonially broke ground on April 28 for the new Business Instructional Facility, a celebration attended by more thant 250.

Student Workers Honored

Tue, 02 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Two finance students recevied honorable mentions in a campus search for ourstanding student employees.

LYCEUM: KPMG's Flynn Comments on Auditing Today, the Future

Tue, 02 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

The auditing profession is in good health and getting stronger believes Timothy Flynn

Pearson Named Brandt Distinguished Professor

Mon, 01 May 2006 00:00:00 CST

Neil Pearson, professor of finance, was named as the Brandt Distinguished Professor in May.

MS Tax Program in Chicago Holds Inaugural Graduation

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

The MS Tax Program in Chicago announces the graduation of its inaugural class on May 7, 2006.

Online Gambling Focus of Proposed Legislation

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt comments on virtual gambling and its impact.

Two MBA Alumni Reach for Success in China

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Illinois MBA graduates Lin Gao and Hubert Lin are climbing the corporate ladder and living in China, Lin Gao's homeland.

?It?s All About Social Justice? C.K. Prahalad on Democratizing Commerce

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

C.K. Prahalad delivered the Hallene Lecture in April, focusing his comments on opening new markets for business among the world's five billion poor.

Part-time MBA Program Attracts Central Illinois Students

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Pursuing an advanced degree part time and in the evening is an attractive option for many.

Returning Vets Benefit

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

When the U. of I. announced last month it would offer full MBA scholarships to military veterans, the news flew across the state's National Guard email network.

MBA Trio Making Their Mark

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Three MBA students, doing business as Illini Professional Services, are consulting for area companies.

2005 Accountancy Grad Accepts GASB Post

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Mark Stachnik will work for a year helping to set accounting standards.

Illinois Students Place First in J&J Competition

Tue, 11 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

A team of six College of Business students placed first in the annual competition.

MBA Students Score Success at International Case Competition

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Illinois MBA students placed third in the CIBER international case competition that attracted teams from across the globe.

It's Catching: International Case Competition Focuses on Flu and Vaccines

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Who should get the contract to provide test kits for influenza vaccines? That was the CIBER case challenge.

Vonnahme Named First Fox Family Professor

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Finance alumnus Mark Vonnahme was named the first Fox Family Professor in March.

Kindt Testifies Before House Judiciary Committee

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Professor Business Administration John Kindt testified before a House subcommittee about Internet gambling.

Lyceum Speaker Sharon Allen, Chairman of Deloitte, Delivers 2006 Leighton Lecture on Ethics

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

Deloitte & Touche strives to reinforce a positive work-life balance for its employees and believes a good balance helps them make ethical decisions.

Casino for Ohio? Kindt Comments

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Eastern Shawnee tribe is interested in building a casino along the Tuscarawas River. John Kindt comments on who will benefit.

Land-based Casino Proposed for Ohio

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

John Kindt comments on a proposed casino in Ohio, which currently does not allow gambling.

Turkish Alumnus Revisits Campus

Mon, 03 Apr 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Turkish state minister for foreign trade, Kursad Tuzmen, visited campus at the end of March, his first trip to Urbana since receiving an MS in 1991.

Center for Professional Responsibilities Announced

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

The new center, with support from the Deloitte Foundation, will develop innovative learning experiences focused on professional responsibilities.

Financial Reporting from Both Sides

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Client and service provider representatives discussed the perils of financial reporting in a March Accountancy Lyceum.

Hallene Lecture Features C.K. Prahalad

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

The author of the international best seller "The Fortunre at the Bottom of the Pyramid" will deliver the Hallene Lecture on April 21.

Stock Buybacks Analyzed

Wed, 22 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

David Ikenberry, who has been studying stock buybacks for more than a decade, explains why share repurchases may be a good idea.

International Careers Workshop: Experience Required Differs with Sector

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Not all international careers are the same. Similarly, the preparation for an international career is different.

RELEASE: Deloitte & Touche USA LLP Chairman to Visit Campus, Deliver Lecture

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Deloitte & Touche USA LLP Chairman of the Board Sharon L. Allen will deliver the Leighton Lecture on leadership, integrity and the changing business environment on March 30.

Social Security "Imperiled" Says Brown

Fri, 17 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

While the Bush administration's efforts to change Social Security have faltered, the ticking time bomb of a revenue shortfall has not gone away, says Finance's Jeff Brown.

BP Supports PhD Students in Business Administration

Thu, 16 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Two PhD students in BA will benefit from BP's generosity.

Cozad Business Plan Competition: Forming Connections, Making Opportunity

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Finalists from across campus competed for over $50,000 in prizes and services during the sixth annual V. Dale Cozad Business Plan Competition.

Building Value for Your Company, for Yourself

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Motorola executive Steven Strobel shared his personal philosophy of work during the Hallene Lecture.

Spring Luncheon Honors Graduates, Teachers

Thu, 09 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Hundreds of Illini converged in Chicago on for the annual Spring Luncheon.

Merger Monday Has Some Risks Says Ikenberry

Tue, 07 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Arbitrage traders are taking a risk that an announced deal won't go through, says David Ikenberry.

Buybacks Picking Up Pace in 2006

Mon, 06 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Research by David Ikenberry about stock buybacks cited.

RELEASE: MBA Tuition Scholarship for Returning Veterans Announced

Mon, 06 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

The College's MBA programs are partnering with the Illinois Veteran Grant program to offer free tuition to returning veterans.

Great Expectations: Students Sign-on for Certificate in Business Program

Mon, 06 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

An innovative program that provides non-business students with an understanding of business fundamentals has exceeded expectations.

RELEASE: Leading Practices in Consulting Services Focus of IBC 'Institute' Conference

Thu, 02 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

?Changing the Way We Change? is the focus of the 2006 conference for MBA students who have an interest in consulting.

LYCEUM: Uncovering Fraud ? by Accident and by Applying Knowledge

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

The Auditor General of Rhode Island held a discussion about fraud with Business students in February.

Studying in Poland: Being There, Learning There

Wed, 01 Mar 2006 00:00:00 CST

Issues in international and global management was the subject of the MBA study trip during winter break.

Ikenberry Comments on Stock Buybacks

Tue, 28 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

A record number of companies are buying their own stock back but is that good news for investors? David Ikenberry comments.

Unlocking Your Potential: Annual Conference Features Alumnae

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

How to be successful in the business world and effectively balance your personal and professional life was the focus of the Women in Business conference.

Business Instructional Facility Will Have Solar Panels

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Solar power will supply some of the energy for a new College of Business building

Delegation of Auditors and Accountants from Russia Visits College

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

College faculty presented information sessions for visitors from the Russian Center for Citizen Initiatives.

LYCEUM: Rhode Island Auditor General: ?Ready to Ride and Spread the Alarm?

Mon, 20 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Like a modern Paul Revere, Rhode Island Auditor General Ernest Almonte delivers a message of fiscal awareness on a personal and governmental level.

MSF Graduate Cites Interdisciplinary Courses as Key to Success

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

MSF graduate Suresh Sharma never anticipated that institutions of higher education would be the setting for his professional career.

Confidence and Skills: MSF Graduate Applies What He Learned

Mon, 13 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

"My job is a page torn directly out of the case studies," says Tyler Shaffer, a 2004 graduate of the MSF program.

Classic Finance Study Co-authored by Josef Lakonishok Cited in Investors.com

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Investors regularly exaggerate how bad things are for companies doing poorly and how good things are for companies growing strongly.

Entrepreneur Sam Zell Explains "What Makes Sammy Run"

Mon, 06 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Real estate entrepreneur Sam Zell explained to an overflow crowd how his unique outlook and willingness to take risks made him a success.

Encouraging All Forms Of Entrepreneurship

Fri, 03 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Entrepreneurial milestones were the theme of Paul Magelli?s Lunchbox Lecture presentation in late January.

Steven Miller Scholarship Awarded to Rising Business Stars

Thu, 02 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

The 2005 winners of the Steven N. Miller Entrepreneurial Scholarships demonstrate a zealous passion for entrepreneurship.

PM Supports LEAD Progam

Thu, 02 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Support for the LEAD program in Business took a giant step forward with a contribution from the Philip Morris Aid to Education Fund.

Blooming Knowledge: College Offers Bloomberg Certification Programs

Wed, 01 Feb 2006 00:00:00 CST

Having an employee who is already Bloomberg certified provides an advantage to the employer and can make a student a stronger job prospect.

Retailers Put Heart into Valentine's Sales

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Guilt is a growth industry, especially around Valentine's Day. Ritual consumption expert Cele Otnes comments on the difference between the sexes on this most romantic of holidays.

Pilot Study Data Shows Technology Resources Increase Interaction, Attendance

Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Survey results reveal students are showing up, participating, and paying more attention in new technology-enriched classrooms.

Cold Cuts Make for Hot Success: Entrepreneur Discusses Making His Dream a Reality

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Twenty years ago, Jimmy John Liautaud took a chance on a big dream and opened his first gourmet sub shop.

Elijah Watt Sells Awards Noted

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Two of the nine recipients of the Elijah Watt Sells award in 2004 were from the University of Illinois.

Internship Program Goal: More Chicago-area Internships for College of Business Students

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Internships provide important insight into what a company and potential career path offer.

RELEASE: Collaborative Academic Research Program Announces Commissioned Research

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

Three research proposals have been accepted for funding under the KPMG and University of Illinois Business Measurement Research Program.

International Trade Center Has Impact In Illinois

Thu, 26 Jan 2006 00:00:00 CST

The International Trade Center offers businesses the opportunity to expand their profits by exporting.

Brown Serves on NASI Study Panel

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 00:00:00 CST

Professor Jeffrey Brown serves on the National Academy of Social Insurance Study Panel, "Uncharted Waters: Paying for Benefits from Individual Accounts in Federal Retirement Policy."