School of Business reaffirms AACSB accreditation

School of Business reaffirms AACSB accreditation

The College of Charleston School of Business has maintained its dual accreditation in both business and accounting by AACSB International (AACSB), a distinction earned by fewer than 200 business schools worldwide. AACSB is the world’s largest business education alliance, connecting educators, learners, and businesses to create the next generation of great leaders. “Maintaining this prestigious accreditation is…

James Malm named 2025 Research Fellow of the Academy of Economics and Finance

Congratulations to James Malm, associate professor of Finance, on becoming the 2025 Research Fellow of the Academy of Economics and Finance (AEF). Founded in 1963, the Academy of Economics and Finance (AEF) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the fields of economics and finance. The academy sponsors various scholarly journals and cultivates a collaborative and…

SCIM Welcomes STEM Students for Campus Visit

Last week, the Department of Supply Chain & Information Management warmly welcomed a class of students from the Academy for the Arts, Science, and Technology, a STEM school in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Prospective students gained insights into the supply chain program through a tour of the building and an engaging presentation by SCIM seniors…

Simply Proud

In and amongst the SECM Dean search meetings, I’ve found a few minutes to meet with CSB supporters (my favorite part of the job). Over coffee, I articulated some of the exciting things happening in our School, from our impressive enrollment growth to new programs and initiatives. The people I spoke with were impressed and…

Finance Major Runs the World

Nik Toocheck holds world records as the youngest person to run a marathon on all seven continents (age 9), in Antarctica twice (age 10), and in all 50 states (age 14). As a 3-year-old growing up in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, he remembers watching his father lace up his running shoes and go for a run….

Midterm and Express I grades due February 28 at NOON

Don’t forget! Midterm and Express I grades are due Friday, February 28, at NOON. Timely submission of midterm grades is crucial for several reasons: Student Feedback: Midterm grades provide essential feedback to students about their academic performance. This allows them to understand their strengths and areas for improvement, and to seek additional support if needed….

Running Stronger!

The School of Business Run Club is off to a great start! With meetups most Tuesday mornings on campus, Thursday evening bridge runs, and the occasional Saturday morning beach run, we are quickly building community as we prepare for the Cooper River Bridge Run on April 5th. Run Club is for EVERYONE, regardless of skill…

AI for Internship and Job Seekers

By Cory Werkheiser Director of Career Success School of Business Student Success Center You’ve probably heard your students say something about using AI for resumes, cover letters, and internship/job searches. I know it’s on their minds because I hear the stories almost daily. How it’s helpful, annoying, useless, amazing, life-changing, discouraging, etc. While they may…

Call for Nominations – 2024 School of Business Faculty Awards

On behalf of the School of Business Faculty Advisory Committee, we are pleased to announce the official call for the 2024 School of Business Faculty Awards nominations. We invite nominations for the following awards: Distinguished Teaching Award Distinguished Research Award Distinguished Service/Advising Award Distinguished Adjunct Teaching Award The Howard F. Rudd, Jr. Distinguished Faculty Award…

No Summer Section Waitlists

Drew Newton in the Student Success Center chatted with the Registrar’s Office and confirmed that waitlists will NOT be activated on summer sections. The various start dates for the different summer terms complicate the ability to activate waitlists. Waitlists will be active for fall and for spring semesters.

Fulbright Scholar Informational Sessions

Next month the Fulbright Commission is holding a series of informational sessions about Fulbright Scholar opportunities in each region that may interest your faculty. Please feel free to share this information. Please note that a link for each recorded session will be provided to registrants who cannot attend live. Monday, March 10, 2025 at 2:00…

SAVE THE DATE: CofC Day, March 19-20

CofC Day is the College of Charleston’s annual day of giving, where alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students, and community members come together to support the College and provide resources for our students, campus, and community. Every gift—big or small—makes an impact! This year’s theme: gaming through the decades! Department chairs and program directors should be on…

Belonging in Business Hosts Specialty Program Panel for Students

Earlier this week, Belonging in Business hosted a Specialty Program Panel event where students learned about the top experiential learning opportunities within the School of Business – the first event of its kind for the school. The Schottland Scholars, Investment Program, and Market Process Scholars were all featured. Interested students and program members engaged in…

Tradition & Transformation

It’s always interesting to hear how others perceive CofC. The SECM Dean candidates have been no exception. One candidate shared an insight that has stuck with me. I’ll paraphrase, “You could take my current institution and move it to a new city, and it will still feel like the same institution. But if you take…

AI, Shortcuts, and the Mysterious Disappearance of Thinking

By Assistant Professor of Finance, Dr. John Kim These past few years, AI has taken over faster than a viral TikTok trend. It’s in our companies, our classrooms, our coffee makers (probably), and soon enough, our dreams. Everyone is talking about AI like it’s the second coming of Excel—meaning it’s a tool we all need…

Fall Major Declaration Analysis by Meta-Major

Last summer, the College launched Meta-Majors. These guided pathways help students operate with intentionality when exploring which major is right for them. The launch of meta-majors coincides with the updated requirement that students must have declared a major by the time they have achieved 45 earned credit hours. Associate Provost for Student Success Dr. Christopher…

Alan II’s Legacy Golf Invitational – May 19

Alan Shao, professor of marketing and former dean of the School of Business, founded a nonprofit organization named Alan II’s Legacy in memory of his late son, who passed away in 2023. The organization is dedicated to educating and supporting young people and their families on drug addiction prevention, mental health and available treatments. To…

Students Taking Courses at Another Institution

As we approach summer registration, students frequently ask: How can I take a course at another institution? Students must receive permission from the College of Charleston before enrolling in a course at another institution. Check out this webpage the advising team has developed that outlines all of the steps in a single webpage: https://cofc.sharepoint.com/sites/hub-sb-student-success-center/SitePages/How-To–Requesting-to-Take-Courses-at-Another-Institution.aspx Questions? …

Kindness + Math

The AACSB Deans Conference never disappoints, and this one was particularly special thanks to receiving confirmation of a Board vote to reaffirm our accreditation. This doesn’t happen because of any one thing but because of the extraordinary things we each choose to do each and every day. Of course, it’s a continuous improvement process, so…

Kim Tribou Cited by Snopes in DOD Audit Article

Kimberly Tribou, assistant professor of accounting, was recently cited as an expert by the fact-checking website Snopes.com in an article about the Department of Defense’s first audit. Tribou recently coauthored a paper on the topic, published in the Accounting Historians Journal, which explores the origins and challenges of the DOD’s first full-scope audit. Snopes referenced…