Cornell SC Johnson BusinessFeed: News, Articles & Voices
The main publishing hub for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business and its three schools–the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, and the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.
Research With Impact
Latin America: From Resource Curse to a Green Power
November 19, 2024Latin America is emerging as an unexpected leader in environmental progress within the emerging economies.
Cornell to Host Virtual Conference on Global Climate Finance
October 22, 2024The SC Johnson College of Business will cohost the Global Climate Finance and Risks Conference online, on Oct. 25, 2024.
What fuels our fear of missing out?
October 21, 2024New research from Johnson Assistant Professor Jacqueline Rifkin shows that a fear of missing out is driven by worries about possible negative impacts on future relationships.
How gender biases shape investor response to shareholder activism
October 10, 2024New research from Johnson Professor Kristina Rennekamp uncovers attitudes about CEO gender, responses to activism, and investor behavior.
Messaging May Overcome Bias Against Gene-Edited Foods
October 4, 2024Consumers are less resistant to gene-edited ingredients when they learn about the technology's health and environmental benefits.
Loyalty can play a key role in moral dilemmas
October 2, 2024New research from Johnson Assistant Professor Angus Hildreth explores how the quality and strength of one’s loyalty to another can be influenced by the willingness to support an indirect tie.
Better Business Stories & Topics
Nolan Team Takes First Place at Hospitality Sustainability Competition in Dubai
November 19, 2024Three Nolan MMH students earned top honors for their concept, PYRO, a machine converting food scraps into biofuel for cooking.
First Gen Nolan School Students Explore Careers in Miami
September 3, 2024Cornell students met executives and recruiters at real estate development corporations, investment and finance firms, hotel brand management companies, trendy boutique hospitality groups and more.
From Fire to Electricity: Dhanur Grandhi’s Impact on Green Tech Adoption
July 30, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Dhanur Grandhi, MBA ’12, cofounder and CEO of WattBot.
Protecting Livestock and Livelihoods
July 8, 2024Cornell dissertations launch a long-term data and economics project to predict and prevent livestock loss and reduce poverty among African herders.
In Memoriam: Richard T. Curtis
June 27, 2024Richard T. Curtis, beloved senior lecturer at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, passed away June 9, 2024.
From Combat to Clean Energy: Securing America’s Energy Future
June 27, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Kevin Johnson, MBA ’09, cofounder of Caelum Ventures.
Park Fellows Teach Finance and Investing at Ithaca High School
June 27, 2024Cornell MBA students build leadership capability through self-directed service projects, such as teaching high schoolers.
Risa Mish Honored with the 2024 Earl Hill Jr. Faculty Achievement and Diversity Leadership Award
June 20, 2024Risa Mish, professor of practice at the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, received the award from The Consortium for her outstanding contributions in diversity leadership.
News & Announcements
$11.5M gift strengthens hospitality research, teaching
December 10, 2024The gift from C. Kenneth Grailer ’53 will support the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration by expanding the Center for Hospitality Research, helping renovate the Grailer Food Labs and providing scholarships.
Stay Curious and Build “Social Muscles,” Says Nolan School Namesake
October 8, 2024Nolan School namesake Peter Nolan offered students a glimpse into his success and nuggets of wisdom as a Nolan Dean’s Distinguished Lecturer.
Life Sciences Technology Innovation Fellows Welcome Third Cohort
September 24, 2024The Life Sciences Technology Innovation Fellows program welcomes 29 MBA students, PhD candidates, and post-doctoral fellows.
Meet Our New Faculty: Sungyong Chang
September 18, 2024Sungyong Chang joins the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management as a new assistant professor of Management and Organizations.
Centers & Institutes
China’s Domestic AI Competition Heats Up
December 13, 2024Top-tier talent, government support, and a strong domestic market position China to potentially become the AI leader.
Johnson School Increases Emphasis on Sustainability and AI for Two-Year MBAs
December 11, 2024The Johnson School Two-Year MBA will require sustainability coursework, add AI tools and models to existing courses, and expand experiential learning.
$11.5M gift strengthens hospitality research, teaching
December 10, 2024The gift from C. Kenneth Grailer ’53 will support the Cornell Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration by expanding the Center for Hospitality Research, helping renovate the Grailer Food Labs and providing scholarships.
Philanthropy class aids Tompkins County nonprofits
December 9, 2024Cornell SC Johnson College students in an annual Philanthropic Leadership class tripled grants to local nonprofits.
Championing Change: Fred Keller’s Legacy of Sustainable Business
December 5, 2024The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Fred Keller ’66, founder of Cascade Engineering.
Restaurant Entrepreneurship & Development Roundtable
November 27, 2024Hospitality entrepreneurs discuss how to sustain, create, and innovate the food and beverage industry.
Future Real Estate Leaders Shine at Cornell’s International Case Competition
November 26, 2024Move forward on a $98M deal – or not? Students defended their proposals at Cornell's International Real Estate Case Competition on Nov. 15 in NYC.
Latin America: From Resource Curse to a Green Power
November 19, 2024Latin America is emerging as an unexpected leader in environmental progress within the emerging economies.
Community Insights
Scanner data can help NYS farmers boost market sales
December 19, 2023Researchers partnered with NYS livestock farmers using point-of-sale technology, then analyzed their market transactions and uncovered insights that could increase farmers' profits.
Park Perspective: The Power of Curiosity in Conflict Management
August 11, 2023Ashley Hamilton, MBA ’24, explores the importance of curiosity in both conflict management and leadership.
Park Perspectives: Let the Battle of the Brands Begin
May 17, 2023Ben Marks, MBA ’24, discusses learning opportunities outside the classroom, exemplified through the Battle of the Brands competition.
Park Fellows alumni spotlight: Solomon Tesfaye MBA ’15
April 5, 2023Solomon Tesfaye, MBA ’15, reflects on how his Park Fellow experience influences his approach to leadership in both his professional and personal life.