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Cox News Commencement Day is set for Saturday, May 13. The All-University ceremony will be in Moody Coliseum at 8:30 a.m. Later the same day, Moody Coliseum will also be the site for both the Cox Undergraduate Ceremony at 1:00 p.m. and the Cox Graduate Ceremony at 3:00 p.m.

Press Releases SMU Cox honored its academic high-achievers at last week's 2023 Beta Gamma Sigma induction luncheon. The international business honor society welcomed twenty-three BBA students and seventy-three graduate students, representing the top 10% of their respective classes. Induction represents the highest national honor a business student can achieve.

Faculty Research Does the failure of Silicon Valley Bank threaten the integral structure of banking? Read the causes and implications of SVB’s unraveling with expert analysis from SMU Cox professors Gauri Bhat and Hemang Desai.

Coxtoday Industry experts from SMU examine the Silicon Valley Bank failure, including the causes leading up to the failure and the implications for the future.

Faculty Research In a forthcoming paper, Accounting Professor Hemang Desai of SMU Cox and coauthors analyze these firms’ carbon reduction pledges to understand the drivers behind pledges and whether the market finds them credible.

Faculty Research Ryan Murphy, research assistant professor at the Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom, and co-author Colin O'Reilly recently published "Anti-growth safetyism" on WorksinProgress.co.

Press Releases SMU Cox Clinical Professor Michael Davis appeared on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal to discuss possible causes and implications of the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.

Cox News SMU Cox Executive Education is launching Women In Leadership, a three-day immersive learning experience that helps women navigate the business landscape, develop and leverage their unique talents, and assume roles as executive leaders. Classes begin May 17.

Faculty Research New research by Professor Toby Mühlhofer of SMU Cox and co-authors focuses on valuing illiquid assets, specifically commercial real estate and related securities.

Coxtoday In a forthcoming paper, Accounting Professor Hemang Desai of SMU Cox and coauthors analyze firms’ carbon reduction pledges to understand the drivers behind pledges and whether the market finds them credible.

Cox News Check out PODWalk, hosted by SMU Cox Professor of Practice Radhika Zaveri, who encourages listeners to take a walk, listen, and learn about brands, consumers, and innovation from industry experts. It is Professor Zaveri's belief that "new environments allow us to unlock creative problem-solving skills," and the podcast "presents a new context, new environment, and new way of learning."

Faculty Research Materiality is in the eye of the beholder. In a more disclosure-aware environment, unique angles are emerging that spotlight the effect of information. New research by Accounting Professor Hayoung Yoon of SMU Cox, with coauthors Thompson and Urcan, shows how presumably immaterial redacted information can have material consequences for investors.

Press Releases A group of eighteen SMU Cox MBA students recently traveled to Mexico City to “Battle for Banking in Mexico” with MBA students from IPADE Business School.

Press Releases Dr. Candice Lucas-Bledsoe, director of the Action Research Center in Dallas and SMU Cox Executive Education facilitator, will be honored with the Athena Leadership Award® by the Dallas Regional Chamber on March 9th. The award recognizes "exceptional women who excel in their careers, contribute to their communities, and develop future leaders."

Cox News In honor of International Women’s Day, the SMU Cox Graduate Women in Business Club is hosting a powerful line-up of speakers at the Empowering Women to Be Bold & Audacious Conference on Saturday, March 11th. The conference will explore topics centered around personal and professional growth, mental health, and leadership. Join the conversation to Be Bold. Be Encouraged. Be Inspired. Be You.

Press Releases SMU Cox alumni were honored at the 2023 Dallas Business Journal Leaders in Diversity awards. As a sponsor of the event, we are honored to celebrate Tina Bowers (MBA '04) and Cristina Candia Lopez (GMCP), who were both recognized for their outstanding leadership in the DE&I space. Ms. Bowers, Vice President, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for Children's Health, encouraged her peers to stay excited and passionate as intentional #DEI changemakers. Congratulations to Tina, Cristina, and all the 2023 honorees.

Coxtoday New research by Accounting Professor Hayoung Yoon of SMU Cox, with coauthors Thompson and Urcan, shows how presumably immaterial redacted information can have material consequences for investors.

Coxtoday Katherine Colig began her pageant journey while studying in SMU Cox’s rigorous Master of Science in Accounting program. In October 2022, she won the Miss Texas Petite USA title.

Cox News Clark Hunt, CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, BBA ’87, SMU Cox Executive Board member, and Quarterback Shane Buechele, MSM ’20, square off against fellow Mustang Grant Calcaterra in Super Bowl LVII.

Cox News The SMU Cox Maguire Energy Institute, in collaboration with the George W. Bush Presidential Center, will host an invitation-only energy symposium in Dallas on Feb. 15-16, 2023. In a new era that will require accessible, affordable energy in all its forms, the goal of this two-day event is to foster collaboration and understanding that turns to action among energy leaders, innovators, visionaries, consumers and corporate partners.

Coxtoday Class notes keep you up to date on your classmate’s accomplishments, from promotions and appointments to anniversaries, births, and well-deserved retirements.

Coxtoday “Five Days in Dallas to Advance Commercial Diplomacy” aimed to foster creative collaboration between American firms and U.S. government agencies to help advance U.S. commercial interests abroad.

Coxtoday Hear from the Allies for Cox — the volunteer mentors of the new Cox Mentorship Academy. They prepare students to grow their mentor network post-grad.

Coxtoday Cox School of Business Former Dean discusses the Cox Innovation Triad — an investment in the next era of business education — and how SMU will navigate the economy.

Coxtoday The SMU Cox Maguire Energy Institute will hold an energy symposium in February 2023 that will bring stakeholders together to discuss the future of energy.

Coxtoday Former SMU football player Mikial Onu is determined to create a fairer playing field for neighborhoods in Dallas and across the U.S. Learn about his real estate goals for transforming South Dallas.

Coxtoday The Folsom Institute for Real Estate's Impact Fund Scholarship will prepare students for Dallas real estate market while benefitting the city with investments.

Coxtoday SMU’s Boldly Shaping Tomorrow, it’s $1.5 billion campaign for impact, will expand the Cox School’s footprint with four buildings, and the work is on schedule.

Coxtoday Cox School of Business is celebrating 20 years of the BBA Scholars program. The top current students share their thoughts on how the program has aided them.

Coxtoday Finance Professor Chotibhak Jotikasthira livens up SMU Cox School of Business classrooms with his wealth of financial knowledge and a true passion for teaching and research.

Coxtoday SMU Cox School of Business Professor Jacquelyn Thomas pursues two passions: empowering students and furthering DEI through quantitative research. Now, she’s bringing an innovative DEI conference to campus.

Coxtoday Faculty at the SMU Cox School of Business are often sourced for insights in local and national media. Review the latest.

Coxtoday New research by Professor Toby Muhlhofer of SMU Cox and co-authors focuses on valuing illiquid assets, specifically commercial real estate and related securities. They developed an approach that complements existing methods of valuation.

Faculty Research The research, co-authored by SMU Cox Associate Professor of Management and Organizations and MNO department chair Marcus Butts, affirms that conflicts at home also negatively affect our energy and emotions throughout the workday and also shows that many employees react to their bad home experiences in a surprising way: by offering help to their colleagues.

Cox News Irén Manvelova, featured as one of Clear Admit's Real Humans of SMU Cox 2024, confirms that the very active and substantial alumni network, the small class sizes, and the approachability of the SMU community attracted her to Cox. She feels supported in her journey here.

Coxtoday SMU Cox Professor Chester Chambers’ book, “Improving Processes for Health Care Delivery: Lessons from Johns Hopkins Medicine,” charts a path for better patient care.

Coxtoday We are witnessing volatile times like no other —in stock markets, energy markets, geopolitics and supply chains—as the pandemic slowly leaves behind an undefinable economic wake. These factors become embedded in the valuations and earnings expectations of firms. Novel research by Accounting Professor Sean Wang of SMU Cox with his coauthors offers a new measure to identify those firms that are bellwethers, the firms that move markets and track the volatility reflected in the market. It’s like financial market rocket science.

Coxtoday The SMU Cox MBA team took first place at the Fall 2022 National Energy Finance Challenge for the third time in a row on Oct. 28th.

Cox News SMU Cox is known for its network, academic rigor, small class sizes, connection to the Dallas business community and exceptional faculty. Full-Time MBA candidate Cameron LeJeune cites another quality of the Cox School that will help set him up for success in the long term.

Coxtoday Failing is not always a bad thing. Bob Schlegel shares his business wisdom for entrepreneurs and those wanting to break out of the 9-to-5 in his new book, “Angels and Entrepreneurs.”

Coxtoday Jim Hagemann Snabe wants to create a more sustainable and equitable future. At SMU Cox, he leads students through the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Cox News Before coming to the Cox School this fall, our newest class of Full time MBA Candidates averaged 5.5 years of work experience across 32 industries. The most popular pre-MBA industry was defense. Jon Serrell shares how his background enriches the classroom experience, and sets him up for success post-MBA.

Cox News Shrey recently moved from his hometown in Mumbai, India and describes his experience starting the program. "I really like the community at SMU Cox. The whole University has been welcoming. The students and teachers have made the transition of moving from a different continent very convenient for me."

Coxtoday Alumni gather each fall, corresponding with Homecoming, to connect with other graduates from the Cox School.

Cox News The SMU Cox Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship revealed ShiftKey’s rank and the rankings of the area’s top entrepreneurial companies from 100 to one at the annual Dallas 100 Awards Gala Wednesday, Nov.2 at the Dallas Hyatt Regency.

Press Releases The SMU Cox Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship kicked off its annual celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit Thursday night with a networking reception at the Cox School of Business Collins Executive Center on the SMU campus. The alphabetical list of the 2022 Dallas 100 winning companies was released.

Faculty Research Supply chain research has often centered on shock transmission. However, missing from the equation are insights into how firms are affected by supply chain risk—quantified at the firm level—and how they respond. New research by SMU Cox finance Professor Ruidi Huang with Ersahin and Giannetti reveals novel insights into the nature of supply chain risk.

Coxtoday The Latino Leadership Initiative, a custom program out of the Executive Education office at SMU Cox, reunited its alums recently.

Faculty Research In new research, SMU Cox Accounting Professor Sorabh Tomar with his coauthors highlight how diversity information influences jobseeker behavior—the “innovation” of their research being the specific focus on information.

Coxtoday In new research, SMU Cox Accounting Professor Sorabh Tomar with his coauthors highlight how diversity information influences jobseeker behavior—the “innovation” of their research being the specific focus on information.

Faculty Research Various types of analysts measuring environmental, social, governance (ESG) factors in the financial and corporate world come to the conclusion that the “E” is the most important part of the term. In a new study by SMU Cox Marketing Professor Mili Mormann and her coauthor, they actually show the effects of general and specifically-worded climate risk ratings on investment choices, the E.

Coxtoday Various types of analysts measuring environmental, social, governance (ESG) factors in the financial and corporate world come to the conclusion that the “E” is the most important part of the term, as either environment or emissions. In a new study by SMU Cox Marketing Professor Milica Mormann and coauthor Felix Mormann, they actually show the effects of general and specifically-worded climate risk ratings on investment choices, the E. The research illuminates how framing or communicating can influence behavior—their work cuts across the disciplines of behavioral finance, marketing and policy as it relates to the unceasing debate on ESG-related ratings’ effectiveness and more specific climate ratings.

Cox News Irewole Akande and Karubakee Mohanty are two of six students the Cox School nominated for “Best & Brightest MBA” last spring, but who have now been designated as “MBAs to Watch.”

Coxtoday Rarely a day goes by where an incidence of supply chain disruption isn’t discussed in the media, particularly the semiconductor industry’s woes. Supply chain research has often centered on shock transmission, how events like the earthquake in Japan or Thai floods in 2011 affect firms’ supply chains. However, missing from the equation are insights into how firms are affected by supply chain risk—quantified at the firm level—and how they respond. New research by SMU Cox finance Professor Ruidi Huang with Ersahin and Giannetti reveals novel insights into the nature of supply chain risk. “No one really knows the real supply chain risk at the firm level,” Huang emphatically states.

Coxtoday As construction kicks off for the new SMU Cox, here's a breakdown of where the temporary offices of faculty and staff will be located across campus.

Coxtoday The rigorous EnCap Investments & LCM Group Alternative Asset Management Center, known as the Alts program at the Cox School, is preparing students at the highest level for successful finance careers.

Coxtoday New research observes how technology companies altered their intellectual property (IP) portfolio strategies after a period of piracy motivated more diversified innovation strategies.

Coxtoday Cox Assistant Professor of Finance Stacey Jacobsen’s research in market microstructure and corporate finance informs how she readies her students for the business world.

Coxtoday SMU Cox BBA students want to create positive change by starting businesses that will do good in their communities.

Coxtoday SMU Cox’s highest-ranking veteran alumnus, Brigadier General Harry Bendorf, reflects on his time at the business school, the U.S. Air Force and the corporate world.

Coxtoday In May, SMU broke ground on a $140 million expansion and renovation project that will increase the Cox School’s footprint by 30 percent.

Coxtoday The Cox School of Business renovation and expansion project will foster educational distinction, industry research and business leadership on the Hilltop.

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