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AI, APIs, and the Next Phase of Institutional Efficiency

This week’s Pulse focuses on a concept that is becoming increasingly important across higher education and industry: the use of AI tools through APIs. Earlier this week, during a conversation in the SB GenAI Taskforce meeting with a junior faculty member, the term “API” came up casually in the context of AI tools. While the…

NEW PROCESS: Proactive Tracking of Speakers, Mentors, and External Engagements

We have been asked to improve advance awareness of the speakers, mentors, and external professionals who are engaging with our students—before they are scheduled to visit campus or participate in events. This is increasingly important for promotion, gift planning, accreditation reporting, and overall visibility of the outstanding engagement happening across the College. The Reality (Bad…

Faculty Pulse: Ally, OAKS Accessibility & End-of-Semester Expectations

I spent the last week teaching cohort 2 in our EMBA program. To illustrate change management, I frequently referred to our campus goal for accessibility. I was surprised by their perceptions of this. Most seemed surprised that we had not already participated in this training, and one individual accurately pointed out areas in my own…

CETL Resources for Your Teaching Success

As we move deeper into the semester, it’s a great time for a quick reminder about the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL) — your go-to hub for instructional support, course design, and professional development. Whether you’re a long-time faculty member, a new colleague, or one of our adjunct instructors, CETL offers tools…

Student Success Center Sets New Records!

Spring 2026 registration opened on Tuesday, October 28, and the Student Success Center saw its busiest registration day ever — with 114 student drop-ins in a single day! That’s just one highlight in a semester filled with record-breaking engagement. From July through September, the Student Success team completed an incredible 1,237 total appointments, supporting students…

Faculty Activity Review (FAR) in INTERFOLIO

The College of Charleston is now using Interfolio’s Faculty Activity Reporting (FAR) system to collect and organize information on faculty accomplishments in teaching, research, and service. This system replaces Watermark (FAS) and will be used for annual reports, accreditation documentation, and promotion & tenure. ✅ What to do now: Access Interfolio through MyPortal Add your…

Textbook Adoption Reminder — Due October 24

The deadline to submit Spring 2026 textbook adoptions is October 24. The bad news? The School of Business is currently at 45% submitted adoptions.The good news? The campus overall is only at 30% — so we’re well ahead of the pack! We know there have been a few frustrations in past semesters when textbooks weren’t…

Reflections from the AACSB Associate Deans Conference

Last week, I had the privilege of attending the AACSB Associate Deans Conference in Chicago. This annual gathering brings together associate deans from across the country to share ideas, compare challenges, and consider the future of business education. Every time I attend, I walk away with new insights and renewed gratitude for the direction we’ve…

Apply Now: Intentional GenAI Opportunities

AI Integration Opportunities | Academic Year 2025–2026 The School of Business invites applications for professional development opportunities centered on the intentional and innovative integration of Generative AI (GenAI) tools in business education and operations. These opportunities align with our commitment to preparing students for an AI-augmented future and supporting faculty and staff innovation. Opportunity 1:…

Textbook Submissions Due April 1

Don’t forget! Textbook submissions are due April 1 for summer and fall courses. Current submission rates are: Summer 2025: 67% Submitted. The Department of Economics is in the lead (87% submitted). Fall 2025: 39% Submitted. The Department of Finance is in the lead (63% submitted). Summer courses do not incorporate Cougar Complete, but Fall courses…

Textbook Submissions Due April 1

Don’t forget! Textbook submissions are due April 1 for summer and fall courses. Current submission rates are: Summer 2025: 53% Submitted Fall 2025: 25% Submitted Summer courses do not incorporate Cougar Complete, but Fall courses do. Submit your course materials through the Barnes & Noble App in the Portal (“BNC Adoptions & Insights”). Submit early…

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….

Changes to the Annual Evaluation Process

In our School of Business meeting last Thursday, we shared news that all Annual Reviews will now occur in Interfolio. Paul showed a screen capture of what you will see in Interfolio (these slides are also available in the School of Business TEAMS site). To summarize, per the campus interpretation of state law, all faculty…

2025 EXPO is scheduled for April 10, 2025.

The 2025 EXPO is scheduled for April 10, 2025. If you are new to the College, or have never attended the EXPO, the purpose is to provide a space where students present their major research, creative activities, or community service projects. If you are supervising a Bachelor Essay project or similar independent work, we encourage…

Harnessing the Power of AI: One Grad’s Approach in Work, Marketing, and Travel

Last week, I asked current student Ryan Brennan to write a post with me about how he’s using AI. This week, I heard from recent grad Troy Brennan ( Class of 2023; B.S. in Computer Science, Minor in Entrepreneurship; former student assistant to the Department of Management and Marketing — woot woot!). I asked if…

How Our Students Are Leveraging AI in Real-World Applications

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, our students are at the forefront, applying their academic knowledge to real-world challenges. A shining example of this is Ryan Brennan, President of the Supply Chain Management student club, who spent the summer working with Querri, a small yet innovative tech start-up working to turn junk data into useful…

Revving-up a silent class

Assistant Professor of Finance John Kim stopped-in a few weeks ago with a dilemma… he had a section of silent students, unwilling to answer questions or participate in discussion. Students may have been learning the material, but it was hard for Dr. Kim to tell, given the hesitancy to ask questions. We discussed ideas, and…

AI: One way I am using it…

If you see me this week, you may notice a bandage on my finger. It’s the result of a classic cooking injury—slicing a digit while cutting a potato. This incident has led me to explore the use of AI technologies, particularly speech-to-text, which I had been hesitant to try until now. I’ve always known that…

Celebration of Life for our colleague, David Murray

On September 26, 2024, the School of Business will host a celebration of life for our colleague, David Murray. Our faculty, students, and staff are invited to gather with David’s family, neighbors, and colleagues. If you are able to attend, please RSVP using the link in the invitation.

Independent Studies & Bachelor Essays

I wanted to share some exciting news regarding our undergraduate programs at the School of Business. Last fall, we saw 52 students engage in “individual enrollment” courses, which include internships, independent studies, and bachelor essay classes. This fall, with the deadline for individual enrollment forms not until September 5th, we are already at 42 students…