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Centers, institutes & research collaborations at the SC Johnson College advance research, apply evidence-based expertise to pressing challenges and build valuable networks between students, faculty, alumni and other industry leaders. Read their updates and perspectives below. For more college stories, see Cornell Business News.
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Park Perspective: Embracing the power of perspective
A nugget of wisdom from a family member reframed the challenges of business school and animated a call to servant leadership.
How the Undergraduate Women in Investing Conference Makes Investment Research Field Feel Accessible and Collaborative
Sophia Thompson ’28 reflects on her experience at the 2025 Undergraduate Women in Investing Conference hosted by the Parker Center for Investment Research.
Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Michael Chang, MBA ’09
Airbnb real estate investor and podcast host discusses redefining success, strengthening community, and listening to what matters.
Park Fellows Alumni Spotlight: Shannon Boyle, MBA ’19
Boyle reflects on the influence of her time in the U.S. Army, transitioning to Accenture, motherhood, and the Roy H. Park Leadership Fellowship.
Driving impact through data at Special Olympics Pennsylvania
Jason Woolf MBA ’26 used business analytics to attract more athletes, promote good health, and make a greater difference.
EMI’s 15th anniversary conference: Redefining the playbook for emerging markets
Conference in New York City will unite global leaders to redefine emerging markets’ role amid shifting trade, capital, and technology trends.
Building the future of clean air technology
Carina D’Souza, MBA ’26 spends her summer internship working with AirVitalize Innovations, a clean-tech startup on a mission to make clean air accessible to all.
Emerging markets: The growth engine of decentralized finance
As traditional finance struggles with access and trust, DeFi is emerging as an alternative through staking, lending, and tokenized assets.
Behind the curtain: Insights from the 2025 Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge
Emma Jonisch ’28 reflects on her experience at the 2025 Undergraduate Stock Pitch Challenge hosted by the Parker Center for Investment Research.
Suzanne’s Swim School Evolution
Big Red Microenterprise students Prerana Reddy MBA ’26 and Colby Snyder MBA ’26 reflect on their experiences transforming Swim With Suzanne’s marketing strategies.