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Debra L. Shapiro, Clarice Smith Professor of Management and Organization, has been appointed director of the Smith School’s doctoral program, replacing Lawrence A. Gordon, Ernst & Young Alumni Professor of Managerial Accounting, effective July 1, 2008.
April was recognized as Sustainability Month this year at campuses around the country. The Smith School held a number of events for both the students and community to participate in that focused on sustainability and going green in recognition of the month.
Even the most casual followers of broad macroeconomic trends are familiar with the BRIC countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China) and the rapid future economic growth that is predicted for each. But many people are relatively unaware of a less discussed, but just as critical, new emerging global market: Africa.
College Park, Md. - April 18, 2008 - The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business is bringing technology themes from its leading programs and research to students and general audiences with a new documentary, now airing nationwide on public television stations.
College Park, Md. - April 17, 2008 The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business today announced three new additions have been named to the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurships advisory board. Paul Bowen, Stephen M. Fredrick and Richard Wagreich will add their expertise to the centers extensive system of support for student and regional entrepreneurs.
College Park, Md. - April 15, 2008 - Environmentally friendly Internet provider Anaptyx won the top prize in this years Cupids Cup business competition on April 11, hosted by the Dingman Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business.
College Park, Md. - April 14, 2008 - The University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business honored the late Michael Corvino, president of JanSport backpack brand and an active member of the schools board of visitors, with a room dedication ceremony on Thursday, April 3.