Two hundred high school students participated in the Smith School’s 11th Annual Future Women in Business Conference, themed “Standing on Business.” Through mentorship and a case competition, students gained practical business skills, teamwork experience, and insights into pursuing business education.

The University of Maryland Robert H. Smith School of Business is proud to announce that alumnus Stephen M. Schanwald ’77, former Executive Vice President of Business Operations with the Chicago Bulls and a trailblazer in sports marketing, has given an $8 million gift to establish the Stephen M. Schanwald Sports Management Program. The gift is part of a larger, $18 million commitment which also supports Maryland Athletics.

Three Smith seniors were honored as Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars, recognizing mentorship’s impact. At a Nov. 1 ceremony, Abigail Manga, Adelina Seck, and Grayson Vintz celebrated their achievements alongside K-12 and Smith mentors, highlighting the program’s legacy of excellence.

This summer, Smith students pursued professional growth through national conferences. Attending events like ALPFA and NABA, they built networks, engaged in impactful discussions, and gained career insights with support from alumni and industry leaders.

The QUEST Honors Program at the University of Maryland attracts top students from business, engineering, and science disciplines, offering a selective, dynamic learning experience. With a 48% rise in applications this year, QUEST fosters teamwork, innovation, and leadership through experiential projects and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business ranks No. 23 overall and No. 13 among public schools in U.S. News' 2024 Undergraduate Business Program rankings. Notable specialty rankings include Information Systems, Supply Chain, and Management programs.

The Smith School kicked off fall 2024 by welcoming its largest freshman class in decades, with nearly 600 new undergraduates—a 20% increase over last year—alongside over 700 new graduate students and 14 new faculty members.

The University of Maryland is ranked by The Chronicle of Higher Education as the top non-online producer of bachelor’s degrees in computer and information sciences, highlighting the strength of Smith’s IS program.

Caitlin Clark, now with the WNBA’s Indiana Fever, boosted women's basketball interest as a University of Iowa guard. Maryland undergrads analyzed her impact in a Business Analytics workshop, led by Professors Gisela Bardossy and Bruce Golden, showcasing their skills.