During the annual Smith Advisory Council Day, students at Maryland’s Smith School of Business showcased experiential learning projects and engaged with industry leaders. Advisory council members discussed program improvements, highlighting increased experiential learning and networking with faculty, alumni, and peers.

The Smith School’s Office of Experiential Learning offers students hands-on experiences with industry professionals through classroom collaborations, projects, and consulting. The 2023-2024 report highlights increased experiential learning and strengthened industry connections, fostering leadership skills.

Students from the Smith School's Master of Science in Information Systems program will embark on real-world projects in a new summer pilot by Smith Business Consulting. They will collaborate with Hughes Network Systems on cloud-based endeavors, enhancing cross-functional skills and fostering industry integration.

Montgomery County, Maryland, aims for 100% greenhouse gas emission reduction by 2035. Smith Business Consulting students collaborate with the county, providing pro-bono services to achieve these goals. This initiative aligns with the Smith School's social impact and experiential learning strategies.

The globally renowned Smith School excels in business research and offers a top-tier educational experience within a supportive community. Annually, it honors outstanding faculty and staff with prestigious awards.

University of Maryland’s Smith School of Business students are pioneering advancements in the banking sector, focusing on community development and financial inclusion. In the M&T Bank x CSVC Case Competition, teams presented scholarly solutions, utilizing technology and partnerships for enhanced banking engagement.

Smith COIL Faculty Fellows, funded by federal grants, innovates business education by connecting University of Maryland students with peers abroad through COIL. Led by Rebecca Bellinger, this initiative pioneers collaborative online learning for global business courses, shaping the future of education.

The Robert H. Smith School of Business recently held the 31st William D. Bradford Banquet, honoring diversity, equity, and inclusion. Spirit of Excellence Awards were presented to outstanding students and faculty members, emphasizing their commitment to fostering excellence. Distinguished alumni stressed the importance of allyship and advocacy for career success.

The hours between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. have become the time when many workers leave the office or take a break from remote work. It’s being called the workday dead zone. Many employees use that couple of hours to do everything from beat traffic, pick up their kids from daycare, and even hit the gym. The Wall Street Journal reports workers aren’t just using this time to blow off work and relax, they’re making up the time with a third shift at night to finish off the workday.

Please check out the 2023-24 Office of Experiential Learning Report.