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Supporting Student Career Readiness with LinkedIn Learning’s New AI Features

by Alan Yarborough, Adjunct Professor of Management Preparing students for today’s workplace requires more than content knowledge it also requires opportunities to practice professional skills, clarify career goals, and build confidence before they graduate. LinkedIn Learning has recently introduced two AI-powered features, AI Role Play and Career Goal, that can meaningfully support these outcomes across…

Call for 2026 Howard F. Rudd Jr. Business Person of the Year Award Nominations

The Dean’s Office and the Alumni Association are accepting nominations for this year’s Howard F. Rudd Jr. Business Person of the Year award recipient. This is a great way to celebrate our alumni leaders. The Howard F. Rudd Jr. Business Person of the Year Award recognizes a graduate who has made significant contributions as a…

Course Design That Works Like a Good Business Plan: Alignment, Course Maps, and AI

by Debby Marindin, EdD, Educational Practices and Innovation In business, we don’t launch a product without clear outcomes, measures of success, and a plan that connects the two. Course design benefits from the same mindset. When course objectives, module objectives, and assessments align, students waste less time guessing what matters, and faculty spend less time…

Call for Interest to attend UCF Teaching & Learning with AI

The University of Central Florida will host the Teaching and Learning with AI – Artificial Intelligence for All conference at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, FL, from June 11-13 of this year. As part of our Intentional AI QEP and our commitment to strengthening faculty competence in artificial intelligence, we are able…

Faculty in the News: Thomas Spade

New tax changes could mean bigger returns for seniors and service workers Thomas Spade, senior instructor of accounting, was quoted in a recent WCIV ABC News 4 report explaining how new federal tax provisions could significantly benefit seniors and tipped workers. Spade highlighted a new $6,000 deduction for seniors earning under $75,000, noting it may…

Upcoming Events & Deadlines

Wednesday, Feb. 4 Dr. Alexander Salter to Headline February Free Market Speaker Series Friday, Feb. 6 – Saturday, Feb. 7 American Marketing Association – Campaign in a Day Competition Monday, Feb. 9 Cougar Changemaker Program Interest Forms Due

Alum Jake Kozmor Shares His Story

by Lacey Jackson ’29 Jake Kozmor ’23, a College of Charleston alum and founder of Charleston-based video production company Koz Films, recently joined the Intentional AI and Storytelling class for a fireside chat that gave students a behind-the-scenes look at his path from student to creative entrepreneur. Kozmor’s conversation offered insights into how passion, persistence,…

AMA – Campaign in a Day Competition

Please invite your students to join us 2/6-7 for the Campaign in a Day competition. Campaign in a Day is a fast-paced, creative marketing challenge where students collaborate with marketing professionals to develop real campaigns for local non-profits. Hosted by the American Marketing Association, this hands-on experience gives students the opportunity to apply their skills, build…

Lancie Affonso Featured on EDUCAUSE Podcast About AI in Higher Ed

Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing higher education—and one of our own is helping contribute to the conversation. Lancie Affonso recently joined EDUCAUSE’s Shop Talk podcast to share the faculty perspective on how AI is reshaping academic work. The episode, “The Latest on AI and Work in Higher Ed,” explores how AI impacts teaching, research, and…

Cougar Changemaker Program: Interest Forms Due Feb. 9

The Cougar Changemaker Program, hosted by the Center for Sustainable Development, is an exciting opportunity for students to make a tangible impact on campus sustainability. Through this program, students can secure up to $5,000 in funding for innovative projects that enhance environmental stewardship and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. Why It Matters These initiatives not only benefit…

AI in My Classroom

by John Kim, Assistant Professor of Finance As AI continues its global takeover (politely, for now), I kicked off last semester determined to bring more of it into the classroom, this time with a clearer plan and more structure. Some ideas worked. Some flopped spectacularly. All were educational. Last year, I wrote Pulse posts warning…

ASIST Training Is So Valuable

by Alan Yarborough, Adjunct Instructor, Management & Marketing Recently I completed the Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) offered by The Office of Student Wellness and Well-being. I can not recommend it enough as a tool in your toolkit to help anyone, especially our students. ASIST was developed to provide suicide prevention training to everyone….

Dr. Alexander Salter to Headline February Free Market Speaker Series

Dr. Alexander Salter is the featured speaker for the February 4th Free Market Speaker Series, hosted by the Center for Public Choice and Market Process. Presenting “Money and the Rule of the Law,” Dr. Salter will discuss how understanding the case for true monetary rules is the first step toward creating more stable monetary institutions….

Celebrating Iris Junglas’ Leadership as Editor-in-Chief of MIS Quarterly Executive

We are proud to recognize Iris Junglas, professor and Noah T. Leask Distinguished Chair in Information Management and Innovation, for her outstanding leadership as editor-in-chief of MIS Quarterly Executive. During her three-year tenure, she has guided the journal through a period of innovation and growth, leaving a lasting impact on both the publication and the…

Faculty in the News

South Carolina workers may see bigger paychecks in 2026 after federal tax reset Bigger paychecks could be coming to South Carolina workers in 2026 – but not for the reason you might think. WCSC-TV spoke with local tax expert and College of Charleston accounting professor Thomas Spade about how a major federal “reset” of deductions…

February 12: How Ants, Bees & Birds Inspire the Future of Robotics

The School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics is pleased to invite the campus community to an exciting robotics lecture at the intersection of many fields. This lecture is of general interest for anyone interested in how nature can inspire powerful technological solutions. From Swarm Intelligence to Collective Robotics Systems – Presented by Dr. Rod Goodman…

Hospitality Service Class Showcases Beer Collaboration on Palmetto Life

Over winter break, instructor Jeremy Clement and students Calvin Bragg, Abby Mummert, and Maura Dougherty appeared on Palmetto Life on Channel 5 to discuss their Beer, Wine, and Spirit of Hospitality Service class collaboration beer release with Charles Towne Fermentory. Take a look at the appearance on Palmetto Life A huge shoutout to Jeremy, Calvin,…

AI in the Classroom, AI in the Boardroom: How Business Students Are Learning to Use Artificial Intelligence Responsibly

by Debby Marindin, Ed.D., PMP Project Management Instructor, School of Business, College of Charleston This past term, I had the pleasure of teaching a small but delightful class: three Professional Studies students who were completing or working toward completing both their bachelor’s degree and Project Management certification in a capstone course. As working professionals, these…

2024-2025 Year In Review

We’re excited to share the School of Business 2024–2025 Year in Review! Last academic year was filled with incredible achievements, from student success stories to impactful philanthropy that strengthens our mission. Explore and celebrate the highlights. 📖 Read the full report Please continue to submit your updates throughout the year so that we can include more of…

AI Applications in International Business: A Global Holiday Perspective

by James Malm, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance and Director of the Global Business Resource Center The holiday season is one of the busiest times for businesses worldwide, marked by cross-border trade, extensive marketing campaigns, logistical challenges, and a variety of cultural nuances. Here are ways to leverage AI to transform international business this festive…