Commencement Memories 2025
A huge thanks to all who were involved and participated in this year’s Commencement festivities. Check out some photo and video highlights below.
Faculty News
From the Classroom to the Trading Floor: Inside the Tozzi Center at Michigan Ross
The Tozzi Electronic Business and Finance Center, founded at Michigan Ross in 2002, is one of the biggest academic trading floors in the United States. It is equipped with advanced tools like Bloomberg and FactSet for analyzing live financial market data and industry trends. The center is a key place for hands-on financial learning, providing…
Q&A: Faculty and Staff Share Strategies for Managing Stress and Supporting the Well-Being of Others
Balancing responsibilities at work and home can be stressful, but there are many ways to manage stress and promote a healthy environment. We asked some of our faculty and staff to share how they manage and reduce stress at work and support the mental health of our colleagues. Kelly Higgins, director of student support, Office…
The William Davidson Institute Leverages U-M Collaborations to Impact Emerging Markets
Founded by William Davidson, BBA ’47, in 1992, the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing economic development in low- and middle-income countries. WDI collaborates with companies, universities, and governments to offer practical solutions, training programs, and other resources that strengthen businesses. The institute’s efforts span health,…
Q&A: Faculty and Staff Share Their Reflections on Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s contributions throughout history. At Michigan Ross, many incredible women make a difference every day. To celebrate this month, we asked some of our faculty and staff to share their experiences and what Women’s History Month means to them. Aparna Joshi, professor of management and organizations…
The Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurship Turns 25: Inspiring Entrepreneurship at U-M and Beyond
For 25 years, the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurship has helped more than 5,000 students and alums through its co-curricular programming in entrepreneurship and venture capital. ZLI’s mission is to build a better world by inspiring students and alums to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset while providing them with the resources they need. Entrepreneurship opportunities for…
Q&A: How Faculty and Staff Use AI Technology
With the emergence and accessibility of artificial intelligence applications, AI is quickly becoming an integral part of higher education at Michigan Ross and around the world. University of Michigan’s Information and Technology Services has developed AI tools for faculty, staff, and students. Also, this month, the university announced a new Go Blue AI app with…
Connections to Contributions: The Office of Advancement Engages Alumni and Donors to Support Michigan Ross
Located on the fourth floor of the Kresge Building, the Office of Advancement is the Michigan Ross center for engaging alumni and developing philanthropic relationships. The Office’s primary focus is building relationships with alumni and donors to support the mission of Michigan Ross. “We engage our alums and donors through personal relationships, myriad activities, volunteer…
Q&A: Faculty and Staff Share their Career Journeys to Michigan Ross
The Michigan Ross community is composed of individuals with diverse career backgrounds and interests. But for some, higher education and working at Michigan Ross weren’t always obvious career paths. To learn more about our colleagues’ experiences, we asked faculty and staff from around the school to share their career journeys and the choices that led…
The Paton Center Strives to Enhance Collaboration and Support Accounting Students and Faculty
Located on the third floor of the Ross Building, the Paton Center for Research in Accounting is the Michigan Ross hub for accounting research, fundraising, and scholarship. The center’s primary focus is maintaining connections with alums and donors and raising funds to support accounting programs, faculty, and scholarships for current and prospective accounting students. “We…
