Alison Fromme

Directory Boosts Usefulness of Mobile Phones, Bottom Lines, in Rural Africa
In rural Africa, most mobile phones don’t have search capabilities to find businesses. A new phone book helps, boosting sales by 104%.

Refurbished Fridges Expand Access to Fresh Food at Regional Pantries
Two teams of students in the Dyson School worked with Whirlpool to place refurbished refrigerators on campus and in high need areas around the region.

New Tool Can Help NYS Make Economically Beneficial Food Purchases
Dyson professor develops an economic model that calculates additional NYS business activity and tax revenue generated from purchases of specific local products.

Dimond Family Gift to Support Nolan School Scholarships
A $13 million endowment from the Dimond family will fund scholarships at the Nolan Hotel School.

Experts at Global Conference Make the Case for Climate Finance
Mitigating climate risks now will drive economic prosperity in the future, says Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.

Savor the Centennial Edition of Hotelie Magazine
The SC Johnson College of Business is pleased to announce the publication of a commemorative edition marking 100 years of hospitality education.

Viewers Favor Spontaneity in Entertainment and Sports – Except When They Don’t
Unplanned action lends authenticity to the performer, but only when their competence is high and the stakes are low.