At the Sam M. Walton College of Business, we foster a culture of excellence and collaboration for both students and faculty. Research, education and impact are our mission's guiding pillars, with faculty spearheading innovative research and outstanding education. We inspire students to make a positive impact on society and the business industry, continuing our legacy of excellence for future generations.
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Number of Endowed Faculty Chairs
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Ranked Fifth for Information Systems Research
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2022 Walton Faculty Citations
Research is vital to Walton College's mission, with faculty conducting pioneering studies that address real-world challenges and advance business knowledge.
The college is committed to providing ample research support throughout faculty careers, ensuring access to resources needed for impactful research, including unique databases and data sets.
Our esteemed faculty of over 265 business experts offer unique learning experiences, preparing students for success in the ever-changing business world.
Faculty serve as mentors, guiding students to reach their full potential through engaging coursework, experiential learning, and real-world applications. Education at the Walton College transcends knowledge acquisition; it's about applying concepts to create impact and positive change.
We are committed to supporting our faculty's passion for research and growth through generous funding opportunities. Endowed chairs, professorships and lectureships play a crucial role in providing the much-needed support to help our faculty excel. These prestigious positions not only recognize exceptional talent but also offer funding to boost their research endeavors. Approximately 40% of our faculty hold these esteemed positions, setting Walton College apart in the world of public business schools.
I'm constantly amazed at the level of faculty research and teaching talent that we're able to attract. The business region of northwest Arkansas, in addition to the mountain of support we recieve from industry partners, really has an impact. And our students benefit directly from this.
Walton Insights shares our faculty's innovative research while also offering perspectives on various business trends, problems, technologies, and more. These informative and engaging articles provide readers with a fresh look at the world of business. Learn more from our faculty who are innovators, seasoned business experts, and influential voices in academia and industry on a global scale.
This research investigates why many neurodiversity hiring programs struggle to produce lasting, organization-wide impact, as well as how treating these initiatives as catalysts for broader workplace change — rather than stand-alone programs — may lead to more effective and sustainable outcomes.
02/03/2026 | By Lauren Simon
This study uses the rollout of Apple's HealthKit to analyze how data-sharing participation on mobile platforms shapes app innovation, competitive dynamics, and ultimately, user demand.
01/27/2026 | By Varun Grover
The research investigates how audit firms reassign and reward engagement partners after they issue adverse internal control opinions under SOX 404(b), revealing potential disincentives that may discourage accurate reporting of material weaknesses.
01/20/2026 | By Ashleigh Bakke & Stephen Rowe
This research shows that retailer-imposed purchase limits before natural disasters can unintentionally increase consumer stockpiling, highlighting how behavioral responses like anchoring can undermine well-intended supply chain policies.
01/13/2026 | By Adriana Rossiter Hofer
This research shows how subtle cues in online chat conversations can help firms distinguish high-intent buyers from casual browsers, enabling more effective real-time engagement and sales responses.
01/06/2026 | By Valerie Good
Retail media networks (RMNs) are reshaping how retailers and suppliers collaborate. This research explores what drives RMN success — from managing first-party data and reporting transparency to maintaining trust between retailers and suppliers.
12/30/2025 | By Rodney Thomas, Stephanie Thomas, Molly Rapert, Brent Williams & Andy Murray
This research analyzes whether active bond fund managers truly create value for investors or if apparent success reflects chance and market dynamics.
12/23/2025 | By Lifa Huang, Wayne Y. Lee and Craig G Rennie
This research shows how brief, intentional digital delays can enhance user decision making, strengthen cybersecurity behaviors, and improve overall performance by encouraging deeper cognitive processing.
12/16/2025 | By Kevin Harmon
Daniel Conway was appointed chair of the U.S. Blockchain Technical Committee under the InterNational Committee for Information Technology Standards.
10/08/2025 | By Lori McLemore
Alan Ellstrand, associate dean for curriculum innovation & teaching effectiveness, shares his insights about faculty research.
04/29/2025 | By Lori McLemore
The initiative will identify, research, develop and promote the use of innovative wood construction products for Arkansas’ forest economy.
01/14/2025 | By Lori McLemore
Judith Anne Garretson Folse, Distinguished Professor and the Chair of the Department of Marketing, has been named the new holder of the prestigious Walmart Chair in Marketing within the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
12/10/2024 | By Meghan Perry and Jerra Toms
Matt Waller is poised to continue Bill Dillard’s vision for inspiring and influencing the next generation of business leaders.
11/20/2024 | By Meghan Perry
“She commanded any room with respect and poise, building a successful firm of the highest standard. Her business acumen only came second to her love for Arkansas."
11/08/2024 | By Meghan Perry
In The Making of the Supply Chain: How Five CSCMP Supply Chain Hall of Famers Shaped the Industry, Remko van Hoek explores how the innovations of five pioneers in the discipline reshaped the ways we obtain our products and services and the role that supply chains play in business and the world around us.
10/30/2024 | By Ryan Sheets
Retirement Celebration Set for Aug. 22: Dr. Paul Cronan is a beloved member of the Information Systems faculty and of the extended Walton College.
08/19/2024 | By Meghan Perry