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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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.
Research reveals actual AI adoption rates in procurement, offering insights for managers on implementation barriers, benefits, and strategic considerations.
01/14/2025 | By Ryan Sheets; Remko van Hoek
Psilocybin decriminalization for therapeutic use has shifted public interest away from riskier psychedelics like MDMA and LSD.
01/07/2025 | By Alyssa Riley; Ashutosh Bhave
EMBA students share perspectives on the Walton MBA Leadership Summit. Influential leaders credit integrity and a passion for learning for their success.
12/19/2024 | By Ritiga Ravichandran and Tendai Dete
Top executives share leadership lessons at the Walton MBA Leadership Summit. Major themes include psychological safety, servant leadership, and growth mindset.
12/12/2024 | By Ajani Joseph
Machine learning transforms the way accounting firms and researchers work by its ability to detect fraud, improve predictions, and analyze complex datasets.
12/10/2024 | By Ashton York; Vernon Richardson
When companies need to attract stakeholder attention, turning to promotional press releases can be an effective strategy to highlight positive achievements.
12/03/2024 | By Alyssa Riley; Caleb Rawson
A struggling, low enrollment program's revival serves as a blueprint for other universities to successfully transform programs facing similar challenges.
11/19/2024 | By Kaslyn Tidmore; David Reavis
Friendships between CEOs and their financial advisors can foster improved communication, but these same relationships prove to be detrimental for M&A deals.
11/12/2024 | By Kaslyn Tidmore; Dobrina Jandik and Tomas Jandik
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
Molly Rapert, an esteemed marketing professor at the University of Arkansas, has been awarded the prestigious Walmart Lectureship in Retailing within the Sam M. Walton College of Business.
08/12/2024 | By Meghan Perry
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to blur the lines between what’s human and what’s a machine, Young stresses the importance of maintaining a clear distinction between people and objects. "I am concerned about what we might lose if we fail to distinguish between humans and objects," she notes.
07/22/2024 | By Meghan Perry