At Michigan Ross, sustainability is both a shared responsibility and an opportunity to lead by example. From composting and reusable utensils to sustainability research, student learning, and campus-wide events, members of the Michigan Ross community are helping make eco-friendly practices part of everyday life. These efforts support the university’s broader sustainability goals while reflecting the…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! The…
Generative AI is quickly becoming part of how we teach, learn, research, work, and innovate across the University of Michigan and the Stephen M. Ross School of Business. From AI-powered productivity tools to custom course assistants, research support, workflow automation, and experimentation with emerging technologies, the Ross community is exploring new ways to use AI…
Dear Colleagues, As we close out this academic year, I want to express my appreciation for everything you have done to support our students, one another, and the broader Michigan Ross community. I am especially grateful to everyone who helped make our Michigan Ross Commencement ceremony such a success. The remarks from our keynote speaker,…
A huge thanks to all who were involved and participated in this year’s Commencement festivities. Check out some photo and video highlights below.
At Michigan Ross, creating a strong sense of community takes more than good intentions. It takes thoughtful programming, meaningful partnerships, careful listening, and a lot of behind-the-scenes work. That is where the Office of Community, Culture, and Belonging comes in. The office helps ensure Ross is a place where faculty, staff, and students learn and…
Every year, we honor faculty and staff who are doing exceptional things to advance the school’s mission and strategic priorities and make Michigan Ross a great place to work. Below are the faculty, staff, and students who were honored at this year’s Faculty and Staff Awards and Access and Opportunity Awards celebrations. 2026 Faculty &…
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed three new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Andres Garcia, program coordinator, Erb Institute Melissa Phillips, advancement assistant, Office of Advancement Paige Robnett, director of programming, Sanger Leadership Center Congratulations to our staff members…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Janine…
Technology supports nearly every part of the work being done at Michigan Ross — from the admissions process and classroom instruction to day-to-day troubleshooting, events, major school projects, and more. Chief Information Officer Kerry Flynn shares how Ross IT supports the Ross community, what major projects are ahead, and how the team is helping the…
Dear Colleagues, Graduation season is officially upon us! As we celebrate the accomplishments of our students and cheer them on as they get ready for their next chapter, I want to thank everyone in the Michigan Ross community for all you have contributed to their experiences here. When I hold my student office hours in…
The Michigan Ross PhD and Research Support team works to keep the school’s research and teaching running smoothly. The team supports PhD students as they progress through program milestones, helps researchers find and manage grant funding, provides support for behavioral research, and advises on classroom technologies. Overall, the team ensures the Ross research community has…
We’re happy to celebrate the faculty and staff in our Michigan Ross community who are retiring after many years of service and impactful work. Congratulations to the following individuals: Catherine Shakespeare After 25 years of shared laughs, a fair amount of grading, and more caffeine than is probably medically recommended, I am officially “graduating” to…
The Office of Human Resources hosted its March Book Drive and suite decorating contest with a new theme: Classic Storybooks. Participating units selected a beloved children’s book and transformed their suites into storybook scenes. As part of the contest, the Michigan Ross community was encouraged to donate new children’s books in support of the Mott…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Julie…
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed four new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Deanna Arrieta-Murphy, executive assistant, Executive Education Aimee Mandolini, regional director of major and principal gifts, Office of Advancement Maricella Reyes, Board Fellows program specialist, Business+Impact Caitlin…
At Michigan Ross, growth and development take many forms, and there is no single path to building skills and expanding perspective. For some faculty and staff, that journey includes graduate programs, professional certifications, or other continuing education experiences that complement their roles at Ross and beyond. In this Q&A, Ross staff share how continuing education…
Thank you again to all the students who filled out our RecRe survey and told us what they wanted to rent – for free – at Michigan Ross! We saw your requests and have assembled a collection of products to help you bring your A-game in class and unwind in your spare time. We are…
Dear Colleagues, It is hard to believe we are heading into the home stretch of the academic year! As we start to take stock, I wanted to highlight a few things from this past month. Last week, we shared some highlights on faculty research publications and press mentions – these are super impressive, so check…
The 2025–26 academic year has been highly productive for Michigan Ross faculty. Below are highlights of their impactful research and related media coverage. Recent Publications Justin Berg recently published “The Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Penalty: Humans ‘Persistently Devalue AI-Generated Creative Writing’” in the Journal of Experimental Psychology. Jessica Fong published “The Effect of Downvotes on Content…
The marketing area at Michigan Ross is one of nine faculty areas. The faculty in this area teach and conduct research to help businesses better serve customers — from what consumers value to how they behave throughout their purchase journeys and decision-making. Marketing research at Ross spans industries and often has an impact well beyond…
A team led by members of our Michigan Ross IT community recently earned first place and the People’s Choice Award at the MTech 2026 Hacks With Friends. Don DuChateau, Sheetal Sonar, and their team won for their hack, “The Legacy Loop: AI-Powered Legacy System.” The concept addresses a familiar challenge across teams: how to preserve…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Hannah…
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed four new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Cynthia Conwell, administrative coordinator, Administrative Core Team Crista Deneau, strategy and innovation program manager, Office of Undergraduate Programs Ted Kindig, digital media designer, Office of Digital…
At Michigan Ross, maintaining strong connections with organizations across Ann Arbor and Southeast Michigan is central to our mission of building a better world through business. Through action-based learning, student-led ventures, and collaborative projects, community engagement enriches the educational experience and drives positive change across the region. In this Q&A, faculty and staff share why…
Dear Colleagues, February has been a full month for us at Michigan Ross, and so I wanted to recap some highlights: Thank you to everyone who joined our All Staff Meeting and participated in Staff Development Days. I’ve received very positive feedback from many of you, and I hope the sessions offered staff useful ideas,…
Technology and Operations is one of nine academic areas at Michigan Ross. The department focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of systems within businesses and organizations. TO faculty members analyze operational challenges to provide research-informed solutions, all while equipping students with the skills and tools to solve real-world challenges. “Our faculty provides research insights…
We’re happy to celebrate the faculty and staff in our Michigan Ross community who are retiring after many years of service and impactful work. Congratulations to the following individuals: Sue Booth I’m so grateful to have been a member of the Ross community for nearly eight years! I’ve been surrounded by kind, smart, thoughtful, supportive,…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Ashley…
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed two new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Katie Hogan, creative operations specialist, Office of Marketing and Communications Jada Kavanagh, director of admissions, Full-Time MBA Office In addition, we would like to congratulate our…
Over the past year, construction has been underway on two important Michigan Ross projects. The first is a major renovation of the Executive Learning and Conference Center, also known as the Executive Residence, and Wyly Hall. The second is a new Michigan Ross campus located in downtown Los Angeles. Chief Financial Officer Sean O’Neil shares…
Dear Colleagues, The big news of the month is that the University of Michigan has named our new incoming president. As I’m sure many of you have heard, the Board of Regents named Kent Syverud as the next president of the University of Michigan. He has deep connections to U-M (two graduate degrees, his wife…
The Michigan Ross Registrar’s Office works behind the scenes to manage key academic processes, ensuring registration, classroom assignments, and support services run smoothly year-round. By maintaining academic records, overseeing course scheduling, troubleshooting registration issues, managing course enrollment, providing guidance on Ross and University of Michigan policies, and more, the team helps students progress toward their…
We’re happy to celebrate the faculty and staff in our Michigan Ross community who are retiring after many years of service and impactful work. In February, we will be saying farewell to Diane Griffith, student affairs program manager from the Weekend MBA Program office. Griffith’s last day at Ross is Feb. 2, 2026. Diane Griffith…
Acknowledging the everyday excellence and hard work of our colleagues is very important. You can nominate a colleague for a Ross Star at any time. A certificate will be sent to their inbox with a message from you acknowledging how they have shined and made a difference. Congratulations to our latest Ross Star recipients! Ali…
Over the last month, Michigan Ross has welcomed eight new hires. You may see these new faces around the school, so be sure to give them a warm welcome. Stephanie Bouzounis, associate director of strategic communications, Office of Advancement Ryan Brinch, facilities supervisor, Operations Hope Gilbride, assistant director of development, Office of Advancement Mei Gu,…
The centers and institutes at Michigan Ross play a critical role in fostering collaboration, experimentation, and professional growth. To shed light on their impact, we spoke with Roman Kapuscinski, senior associate dean for faculty and research. He shares how these hubs connect faculty, staff, students, and alums, and provide various hands-on learning opportunities for students…
Dear Colleagues, Happy holidays! While this is always a busy time, it was great to see so many of you at the Ross Holiday Party. I would like to start by extending a special thank you for supporting those in need in our local community this holiday season. Your support of our Holiday Sharing Program…
Kresge Library Services isn’t your traditional stacks-and-silence setup. Many years ago, it occupied three floors with a sizable print collection, but today it has transformed into an all-digital hub. From news sources and e-books to datasets and academic journals, Kresge offers a wide range of resources to the Michigan Ross community. However, their support extends…
We’re happy to celebrate the faculty and staff in our Michigan Ross community who are retiring after many years of service and impactful work. Congratulations to the following individuals: Patti Lamparter As I head into retirement, I’m excited to start the new year with a fresh schedule and no alarm clock. I’m planning trips to…
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