Parker Center for Investment Research

See how we’re preparing students for the future in asset management, including stock pitches, student-managed funds, and case competitions.

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From ILR to investment research: Spotlight on Grace Ogden ’22

A Cornell alumna reflects on her investment research path, experience on the Cayuga Fund and current career.

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Why I returned to the classroom to learn investing

After returning to the classroom, Han uses hands‑on experience in the Cayuga Fund to connect theory and practice to build confidence in his investment ideas.

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Investment Portfolio Case Competition: A challenge beyond portfolio construction

Complex portfolio scenario challenges Cornell students to balance investment strategy, tax considerations, cash flow and estate planning.

Four women dressed in business professional attire in front of an “MBA Women in Investing Conference” banner. From networking to knowledge at the MBA Women in Investing Conference

From networking to knowledge at the MBA Women in Investing Conference

Rebecca Liu MBA ’27 reflects on her experience attending and presenting at the 2025 MBA Women in Investing Conference.

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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.

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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.

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From Lab Bench to Wall Street: A PhD Student’s Journey into Equity Research

Michael Ahn PhD ’25 leveraged his molecular biology research skills to land a biotech research job at a top investment firm.

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How My Undergraduate Experience in the Cayuga Fund Ignited My Passion for Investment Research

Courtney Huang ’26 shares her experience in the Cayuga Fund, the student-led investment fund.

Image of Owais Aslam presenting to the Cayuga Fund class, alongside classmate Alberto Alegria.

Navigating Market Uncertainty: Lessons from an MBA Student in the Cayuga Fund

Owais Aslam, MBA ’25 shares his experience in the Cayuga Fund, the student-led investment fund.