Morgan Selected as Walton College Employee of the Third Quarter
Andrea Morgan, administrative support supervisor in the Department of Information Systems, is the employee of the third quarter. Congratulations Andrea!
July 4, 2022
News Archive
After 30 Years, Renee Clay Retires from Walton College
Renee Clay, director for career services and student programs in Walton Career Services, retires from the Walton College of Business after 30 years.
June 27, 2022 | By Lori McLemore
Prestigious Boyer Fellowship Increases Award
The fellowship is increasing its award to $20,500 annually, the largest honors fellowship annual award on the University of Arkansas campus.
June 23, 2022
Walton College Seniors Receive AWESOME Scholarship
Walton College seniors Reagan White and Megan Formwalt named AWESOME 2022 Excellence in Education Scholars.
June 16, 2022
Walton College Hosts Behavioral Operations Conference
The Sam M. Walton College of Business hosting the 15th Annual Behavioral Operations Conference June 13-15 in the Reynolds Center for Enterprise Development at the University of Arkansas.
June 13, 2022
Jeff Pratt Joins Walton College Development Team
Pratt has been named the associate director of development for Walton College effective June 8.
June 8, 2022
Walton’s Supply Chain Management Program Ranked No. 1 Again
Arkansas’ program remained the top program from Gartner’s previous rankings in 2020.
June 7, 2022
Walton College's Tyson Center Changes Name to Better Align with Mission
The Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas has announced that it will now be known as the Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces.
June 2, 2022
COVID Vaccine Efficacy Results Influenced by Vaccine Trial Locations
The findings have important implications for shaping public policy, patient care and individual choices.
May 25, 2022
Santi’s Spirit of Giving
He was a son, brother, friend and inspiration…missed but never ever forgotten.
May 25, 2022
Join Walton College in Bidding Nancy Fondren a Fond Farewell
After 27 years of service, Nancy Fondren, coordinator of academic services for the Graduate School of Business, is retiring!
May 23, 2022
Outstanding Alumni, Students Recognized at Walton Celebration
Three alumni and over 90 students were honored for outstanding achievement in the classroom, in business and in their communities.
May 19, 2022
Largest Cohort of McMillon Studio Teams Reveal Prototypes, Learnings at Spring 2022 Demo Day
The teams harnessed human-centered design principles to tackle myriad problems in the community that were identified through partnerships with local industry, non-profits and across campus.
May 16, 2022
Gaduh Named Research Associate for National Bureau of Economic Research
Gaduh earned a doctorate in economics from the University of Southern California, a master’s in economics from Cambridge University and bachelor’s in computer science from University of California at Berkeley.
May 12, 2022
Parnell, Fondren and Poellot Earn Collis R. Geren and Patricia R. Koski Awards
Nancy Fondren, Greg Parnell and Cheri Poellot have been named winners of the 2022 Collis R. Geren awards for excellence in graduate education.
May 4, 2022
First Cohort in U of A's Outdoor Startup Incubator Graduates from the Greenhouse
In February, he entered the Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program, also known as GORP, a business incubator at the University of Arkansas focused on outdoor startups. ... GORP supports startups in the cohort with workshop training, team mentoring and
April 26, 2022
U of A Launches Online M.S. Degree in Supply Chain Management
The online supply chain management program will begin this fall and registration is now open.
April 19, 2022
Jebaraj to Discuss Variety of Topics at Business Analysis Luncheon
The Center for Business and Economic Research will host its quarterly Business Analysis Luncheon on May 27. Register now.
April 18, 2022
Christy Slay Named Next CEO of The Sustainability Consortium
Slay will also remain TSC's current vice president, science and impact, and will work closely with the board and her leadership team.
April 15, 2022
Walton College Ranked 36th in National M.B.A. Rankings by U.S. News
U.S. News lists the Walton MBA program as the 36th Best Business School among public business colleges and 64th in its combined public and private list.
April 12, 2022
Conference Features Walton College Alumna and Staff
Brittany Willis (M.B.A. 2016) and Synetra Hughes will be featured at the SoulCon BIPOC Media Conference in Fayetteville.
April 4, 2022
Short Talks: Wilmot Discusses Research on Personality Traits Associated With Success at Work
In this month's Short Talks from the Hill, a research podcast of the U of A Michael Wilmot, assistant professor of management, discusses two studies on the effect of personality traits and job performance.
April 4, 2022
Using Diversity to Improve Educational Experiences at the U of A
This session with Rogelio Garcia Contreras and Jackie Wiersma-Mosley will highlight inclusive teaching practices that support all U of A students. Join the talk from 1:30-2:30 p.m. today via Zoom.
March 30, 2022
Buy, Hold or Sell: Students Compete in Stock Competition
The winners from this semester's competition are Jonathan Bass, Swapnaneel Nath and Alivia Brewer.
March 30, 2022
Student Startup Teams to Compete for $110,000 Cash Prize Pool in U of A's Heartland Challenge
Twelve graduate startup teams across North America will compete this spring in the third annual Heartland Challenge, a competition designed to simulate the process of raising venture capital for a high-growth enterprise.
March 28, 2022
Paul Cronan Receives ICAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Cronan was recognized for his longtime work in creating a campus culture that values academic integrity.
March 28, 2022
Walton College Research to Feature First Female Transportation Secretary
Highlighting the work of Senator Elizabeth Dole in the logistics industry; Dole was the first woman to serve as the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, a role she held during Ronald Reagan’s administration.
March 17, 2022
Garcia Contreras Recipient of Outstanding Contribution to Service Learning Teaching Award
Rogelio Garcia Contreras, teaching assistant professor and director of social innovation in Walton College, received the 2021-22 Outstanding Contribution to Service Learning Teaching Award.
March 17, 2022
Accreditation Extended for Walton College and Department of Accounting
AACSB accreditation is a reflection of the national prominence of our accounting faculty, our commitment to students, and the faculty’s team-focused approached to fulfilling our mission.
March 15, 2022
Register Now for Grad School Fair on Thursday
March 8, 2022
Study: Agreeableness a Helpful Trait for General Success in Life
After examining the effect of “Big Five” personality traits in many kinds of occupations, researchers focus on one trait helpful to general life success.
March 1, 2022
Walton College Boasts Top Researchers According to Research.com
These rankings reflect the influence that our top scholars have in shaping business research around the world. This demonstrates that our most accomplished researchers are true thought leaders.
March 1, 2022
Walton M.B.A. Program Ranks 11th in Country for Return on Investment
February 18, 2022
Registration Open for University of Arkansas RZRblock Hackathon
The RZRblock Hackathon, a free, month-long competition open to students or anyone interested in learning about blockchain technology, kicks off Friday, March 4.
February 10, 2022
Sheets Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarter
February 9, 2022
Priority Application Deadline Is Feb. 15 for MBA Programs Admissions and Scholarships
Priority applicants receive first consideration for Walton MBA funding opportunities.
February 1, 2022
Register Now for Ethical Artificial Intelligence Speaker Series
The Business Integrity Leadership Initiative will host three guest speakers this spring, all of whom are experts in emerging technology.
January 27, 2022
UA group focuses on impact investing
The finance department of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas recently launched an initiative that’s expected to accelerate impact investing in Arkansas.
January 26, 2022
Award Honoring Paul Cronan Established by Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center
Photo Submitted. Paul Cronan, Department of Information Systems. An award recognizing Paul Cronan, a co-founder of the Cordes Teaching and Faculty Support Center, was recently created. The award, "The Paul Cronan Technology Teaching Excellence Award"
January 21, 2022
Avert a Blood Crisis. Donate Blood Jan. 25 – 26.
Walton College is hosting a blood drive Jan. 25 and 26, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., in Willard J. Walker Hall, room 216. All blood types are needed; appointments are not necessary.
January 20, 2022
Jackson and Engskov Donate Barron’s Subscriptions to Walton College
December 16, 2021
Trucking Accidents Up After Electronic Logging Device Mandate, Study Finds
Researchers examined compliance rates, number of accidents and unsafe driving infractions before and after the mandate took effect.
December 16, 2021
Rongers Named Director of Development for Walton College
“With Erin’s extensive background in development, she was a natural choice for this role,” said Matt Waller, dean of the Walton College. “I have full confidence in Erin as a leader and ambassador for our college.”
December 16, 2021
Economists to Discuss 2022 Outlook at 28th Business Forecast Luncheon
The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 28, at the Rogers Convention Center. Register now.
December 8, 2021
Jackson and Engskov Donate Barron’s Subscriptions to Walton College
For the third consecutive year, alumni Douglas Jackson Jr. and John Engskov are providing free online subscriptions to Barron’s financial magazine to Walton College students, faculty and staff.
December 6, 2021
Shellhammer to Lead Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program
The Greenhouse Outdoor Recreation Program is a multi-level engagement platform that helps grow early-stage companies from idea to launch with in-depth support.
November 30, 2021
Walton Student Success Hosts Sales Competition
Winners were (l-r) 1st Place Winner – Helen Woodham, 2nd Place Winner – Jacob Young, and 3rd Place Winner – Karsyn Robinson.
November 16, 2021
Alford, Lyster and Foster Named Presenter of the Year Finalists by Walton College
Walton College students (l-r) Luke Lyster (2nd), Avery Alford (1st) and Sydney Foster (3rd) placed in the Presenter of the Year Competition.
November 15, 2021
Walton College of Business Sales Competition
Madison Martin, Brady McGinely, Faith Norton, Karsyn Robinson, Helen Woodham and Jacob Young advanced to the final round of the competition, and Helen Woodham finished first.
November 15, 2021
Barbara Lofton Receives John H. Johnson Humanitarian Award
"She has worked 25 years at Walton, encouraging a multitude of students and helping them find their way."
November 9, 2021
Family Bond and Shared University Experience Inspire New Scholarship
The Sherry Wood and Wood Kaufman Endowed Scholarship will specifically assist freshmen finance majors, thanks to their $500,000 gift.
November 4, 2021
Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Class of 2022 Named
Peggy Clark, George Gleason, Tom Faust and Ginger Graham have been selected to the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame as the class of 2022.
November 2, 2021
Let’s Talk Diversity: Moving from Inequity and Inclusion to Action
Register now to hear guest speaker Richard Rothstein, author of The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, from 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, via Zoom.
November 1, 2021
Walton College’s Jason Campbell to Retire
Jason Campbell, director of human resources for the Sam M. Walton College of Business, will retire on Oct. 31 after 20 years of service to the U of A.
October 26, 2021
Allred Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarter
Stacy Allred, graphic designer in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the first quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
October 26, 2021
Online Mapping Tool to Accelerate Access to Critical Data on Agriculture Commodity Supply Chains
The Sustainability Consortium's will convert its existing manually-operated commodity mapping tool into a self-guided resource to increase the number of companies that can access commodity data points.
October 25, 2021
Entrepreneur Phil Libin and Walton Dean Matthew Waller to Lead Honors College Forum: Out of Office
Honors students from a wide range of disciplines will study the future of work in an Honors College Forum, Out of Office, led by entrepreneur Phil Libin and Matthew Waller, dean of Walton College. Apply by Oct. 29.
October 22, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Ryan Sheets
As director of the Business Communication Lab at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, Sheets and his staff help students at all stages of their college career, whether it be for an introductory composition course, a class assignment, a scholarship application, a PowerPoint presentation or a Ph.D. paper.
October 19, 2021
State of Northwest Arkansas Region, Business Analysis Set for Oct. 27
Mervin Jebaraj, the center’s director, will outline the economic highlights in the State of the Northwest Arkansas Region Report and will report on economic data and insights regarding regional housing affordability and the continued impacts of the pandemic.
October 13, 2021
In Memoriam: Doyle Z. Williams, Former Walton College Dean
Doyle Zane Williams, former dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business, passed away Sept. 29 in Silver Spring, Md. He was 81.
October 12, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Sammi Nelson
It’s a long way from Massachusetts. But when Sammi Nelson received a full gymnastics scholarship to the University of Arkansas, the offer was too good to refuse.
September 30, 2021
Toms Named Director of Marketing and Communications
September 29, 2021
Impact Investors Look to Do Well While Doing Good
The UA working group is an initiative of the Finance Department in the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
September 27, 2021
Leadership Walton Student Executive Committee
Morgan Wojciechowski, Amelia Catanzaro, Laura Jo Randall, Quincee Scates, Hanna Strombom, Grayson Malone, Nathan Peck, Zachary Hassan and Alisa Wyant are part of the Walton executive committee.
September 20, 2021
Charles Hoskinson to Serve as Keynote for Blockchain Conference
September 17, 2021
Panel Discussion: Impact Investing as a Catalyst for Growth: Building the Ecosystem in Arkansas
Exploring the power of impact investing within local communities — how impact investing can stir economic growth and provide access to capital for diverse entrepreneurs.
September 17, 2021
Diversity in the Workplace Panel
This year's Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Panel takes place virtually from 3:30-4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 23. Register through Handshake.
September 16, 2021
Fall 2021 Stock Pitch Competition
William Cross, a current junior finance major with a minor in Japanese, took home first place in the Fall 2021 Stock Pitch Competition
September 13, 2021
Mandatory Retirement Savings Sentiment
September 10, 2021
New Program at U of A to Support Outdoor Recreation Entrepreneurs
A new program is being developed at the U of A that will train and support regional entrepreneurs focused on outdoor recreation-oriented hospitality, service and experience businesses, as well as outdoor industry product design and development start-ups.
September 8, 2021
Rogelio Garcia Contreras Named 2020-21 Service Learning Committee Member of the Year
Rogelio Garcia Contreras, a teaching assistant professor who has taught two service learning classes in Walton College, directed multiple service-learning-based honors theses.
September 8, 2021
Walton College Business Integrity Leadership Initiative Announces New Fall Programs
The Business Integrity Leadership Initiative at the Walton College is hosting a new Let's Talk program and a new season of The Business Integrity School, a video and podcast series.
September 1, 2021
Slay Discusses Climate Change and Supply Chain in CNBC Feature
The Sustainability Consortium’s Christy Slay was featured recently on CNBC and believes the supply chain will be impacted long term by climate change.
August 30, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Synetra Hughes
Hughes coordinates the office’s summer programs, such as the Business Leadership Academy for incoming college freshmen, Fleischer Scholars Program for 11th and 12th grade students and the Technology Awareness Program for students in the fifth to ninth grade.
August 26, 2021
Leadership Walton Applications Open
Students enrolled in the Sam M. Walton College of Business now have the opportunity to apply to become a member of Leadership Walton.
August 24, 2021
Peters Elected President of Federation of Schools of Accountancy
Gary Peters, professor and department chair of the William Dillard Department of Accounting at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, has been elected president of the Federation of Schools of Accountancy.
August 23, 2021
Hughes Named Managing Director of the Dr. Barbara A. Lofton Office of Diversity and Inclusion
In her new role, Synetra Hughes will oversee the execution of recruitment strategies with the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Walton Undergraduate Programs and the Office of Student Success.
August 17, 2021
The Dean’s List: Waller Writes Guide for Business School Leaders
Dean Matt Waller publishes The Dean’s List: Leading a Modern Business School, a compilation of lessons learned for current and aspiring business school leaders.
August 16, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Jason Adams
Get to know Jason Adams, associate director of Walton Honors and his impact on students in the Walton Honors program and beyond.
July 28, 2021
Clifton Selected as Walton College Employee of the Year
Becca Clifton, director of the Walton Conference Hub and Facilities, has been named employee of the year by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
July 26, 2021
Walton College Executive Education Offers Small Business Classes in Bentonville for Entrepreneurs
Upcoming programs focus on lessons learned by experienced business professionals and the core business knowledge of local startups.
July 23, 2021
Fondren Selected as Walton College Employee of the Quarter
Nancy Fondren, coordinator of academic services in the Graduate School of Business, has been named employee of the fourth quarter by the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
July 21, 2021
Jebaraj Elected to National Association for Business Economics Board
Mervin Jebaraj, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at Walton College, has been elected to the National Association for Business Economics Board.
July 19, 2021
Goforth Joins NWA Council Executive Committee
Sarah Goforth, executive director of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, will join the NWA Council Executive Committee.
July 16, 2021
Walton College Seniors Receive AWESOME Scholarship
AWESOME, a national nonprofit that advances and transforms the future of supply chain leadership, selected U of A seniors Abby Baird and Anna Fredrick for education scholarships.
July 8, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Sierra Hayes
Northwest Arkansas native Sierra Hayes is the face of Walton College for incoming students. She serves as the college's undergraduate recruiter for the Undergraduate Programs office.
July 7, 2021
U of A to Launch Three New Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs
The Sam M. Walton College of Business will launch online bachelor’s degree programs in human resources management and marketing, and the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences will add an online bachelor’s program in English.
July 2, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Catherine Beasley
Beasley serves as the Associate Director of Student Success for Walton College a program which is introduced to college students in their Freshman Business Connections class, where they can earn their first badge.
June 24, 2021
Executive Education to Host Free Small Business Panel Discussion
Walton College Executive Education will offer a free small business panel discussion focusing on lessons learned by startups in Bentonville on June 21.
June 17, 2021
Local Startup Lapovations Awarded $100,000 Small Business Award
The grant builds on a similar $1 million Small Business Innovation and Research award Lapovations received from the National Science Foundation in 2020.
June 15, 2021
Accepting Applications for Student Podcast Team
June 4, 2021
Student Success Spotlight: Trisha DuCote
As one of the career coaches for Walton Career Services, Trisha DuCote works with students from the time they put together their first résumé to negotiating a job offer – an event that is exciting for all, including DuCote.
June 4, 2021
Marketing Students Generate Buzz
Matt Barber, Bess Roberts, Savannah Castleberry, Sydney Bates and Jack Parmele received first place for their marketing and brand solutions for an Any’tizer chicken snack promotion. They surveyed college students and let the data tell the story for their solutions.
June 1, 2021
Vammen Named New Assistant Director of Business Communication Lab
U of A alumnus and Arkansas educator Liza Vammen has been selected as the new assistant director of the Business Communication Lab at the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
May 24, 2021
Recent M.Acc. Graduate Earns Award for Top Scores on CPA Exam
William Martens, a 2019 U of A Master of Accounting graduate, has recently been awarded the Elijah Watt Sells Award for his scores on the four sections of the CPA exam.
May 21, 2021
Blockchain Center of Excellence Launches Initiative Highlighting Female Leaders
The initiative was kicked off by sharing a video spotlight series that is now featured on the center's website and published on the Women in Blockchain playlist on the Walton College YouTube page.
May 21, 2021
Watch: The SCM Hall of Fame 2021 Overview
This video takes you through the mission and vision of the Supply Chain Hall of Fame.
May 14, 2021
