Inside SC Johnson

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Going Against One’s Better Judgment Amplifies Self-Blame

Researchers found that when people go along with opinions of others, they feel more culpable if things go wrong.

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Students Meet Author-Entrepreneurs Elevating African Cuisine

Alexander Smalls and Nina Oduro visited Cornell and met with students studying Cultures and Cuisine, a course taught by Lilly Jan.

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Completing an MBA While Working Full-Time Prepares You for Leadership

Explore tips for pursuing an MBA while working full-time. Discover how working professionals can leverage their current positions to transition into new roles.

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From Technology Director to Chief Data Officer: A Q&A with Chaitanya Baddam, MBA ’23

Career Corner: Technology executive Chaitanya Baddam pivoted from insurance platform technology director to chief data officer at an insurtech startup.

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Pioneering Sustainability

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree Agata Smeets, MBA ’11, head of environment and product sustainability at Gap Inc.

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From Classroom to Climate Action: Revolutionizing Sustainability in Africa

The Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise celebrates 20 for 20 honoree CJ Fonzi, MBA ’08, cofounder and COO of Africa Climate Ventures.

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In Hidden Hospitality, Calvin Stovall Celebrates Stories of Black Hotel Entrepreneurs

Hotelie Calvin Stovall, MPS ’93, shines a light on Black hotel, motel, and resort owners in a book that “takes you on a journey through every era.”

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Charles Watson ’99 honors father, supports undergraduate affordability

Former varsity punter and Tropical Smoothie CEO Charles Watson ’99 established an endowed scholarship in honor of his father.

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The Financial Times Ranks Cornell University’s Johnson School 6th Place Among Top U.S. MBA Programs

Faculty research accounted for 10% of the Financial Times MBA ranking with Cornell Johnson placing #7.