John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation

Klar Leadership Academy Kicks Off its 2024-25 Program

Sept. 13, 2024 | The Klar Leadership Academy kicked off on Saturday, Sept. 7 with an unforgettable day of team-building at Camp Miakonda! This select group of 50 student leaders from around The University of Toledo, specifically nominated by the UToledo community, dove into outdoor activities designed to foster trust, cooperation and communication. From problem-solving challenges to team exercises, participants strengthened bonds and built the foundation for an exciting year of growth and leadership development.

This exclusive program is just getting started, and we can’t wait to see what these future leaders accomplish next!

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Ice Cream Social Lets Business Students 'Warm Up' Before Job Fair

Sept. 12, 2024 | "Chillin' With the Firms" is an event that provides a casual networking opportunity where UToledo students have the chance to meet with local accounting firms and other companies in search of talented business students. Attendees enjoyed ice cream while engaging in conversations with potential employers who were eager to connect and discuss internship opportunities. The event served as a relaxed environment for students to shake off the rust and prepare for the upcoming job fair on September 26.

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Amy E. Kellogg ’83 Honored with Neff College's Distinguished Alumni Award

Sept. 11, 2024 | Partner at Cleveland law firm, BakerHostetler, Amy Kellogg '83 has been honored with the 2024 John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation Distinguished Alumni Award.

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UToledo Career Services Take on the Toledo Mud Hens' University Night

Sept. 10, 2024 | Craig Turner, Career Advisor & Employer Relations from the Neff College's Business Career Programs (BCP) Office, poses with Interim UToledo President, Matt Schroeder, and other members of the UToledo Careers team at the Toledo Mud Hens University Night. 

The event provided students with a valuable opportunity to focus on career advancement, while also mixing and mingling with alumni. Current students took full advantage of the job fair hosted by the Mud Hens, connecting with potential employers and exploring exciting career opportunities.

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Finance Professor Gains Publication in International Journal

Sept. 5, 2024 | Congratulations to Dr. Kainan Wang, Department Chair and Professor of Finance, for his recent publication in International Review Of Financial Analysis. 

Neff College Professor Named 'Top Scholar'

Sept. 5, 2024 | ScholarGPS has recognized Dr. Paul Hong, Distinguished University Professor of Operations Management and Asian Studies, as a 'Top Scholar' for his outstanding performance in various Fields, Disciplines, and Specialties. Dr. Hong's strong publication record, the impact of his work and the notable quality of his scholarly contributions have placed him in the top 0.5% of all scholars worldwide.

Get to Know Interim UToledo President, Matt Schroeder, Alumnus of the Neff College

Sept. 3, 2024 | Did you know that interim UToledo president, Matt Schroeder, was a 1998 graduate of the Neff College of Business and Innovation?

UToledo Launches Two Cutting-Edge Information Systems Programs 

Sept. 2, 2024 | The Neff College of Business and Innovation has introduced two new tracks within its Information Systems major, focusing on Enterprise Business Systems and Business Analytics, to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in project management and data-driven decision-making.

Neff College Pickleball Outing

Aug. 29, 2024 | On Friday, August 23, ten Neff College faculty members gathered at the Sylvania Country Club to kick off the new semester with an afternoon of fun, fitness and friendly competition at Pickleball Day.

Campus Involvement Fair Enables Students to Explore Extracurricular Options

Aug. 28, 2024 | The Office of Student Engagement hosted the annual Campus Involvement Fair, the first opportunity for students to explore all that the University and the city of Toledo have to offer, on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Neff College professional student organizations set up tables to share information with prospective new members.

Neff College Celebrates Student Career Success with Brand New Job Placement Wall

Aug. 26, 2024 | The John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation at The University of Toledo has introduced a Job Placement Wall in the Savage Business Complex, celebrating student and alumni achievements. Showcasing the college’s strong career readiness and 90%+ placement rate, the wall reflects the support from the Business Career Programs Office and the college’s deep ties with industry partners, all aimed at fostering future business leaders.

Business Professor Honored for Advancing Women in Leadership

Aug. 26, 2024 | Dr. Margaret Hopkins, a recently retired professor of management in the John B. and Lillian E. Neff College of Business and Innovation, was honored earlier this month with the 2024 Academy of Management Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Division Award for Advancing Women in Leadership.

Hopkins was honored for her lifetime achievement at the 84th Annual Meeting of the Academy of Management from Aug. 9-13 in Chicago.

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Neff College's JumpStart Program a Smashing Success

Aug. 26, 2024 | The JumpStart Program, sponsored by the Neff College, equipped incoming business students with the tools and confidence to excel from day one. Running from August 18-21, this free program offered a range of activities to boost academic and social skills, including networking with faculty, leadership development and field trips to First Solar, Dana Inc. and Rocket Central. It set the stage for a successful semester for our new Business Rockets.

Neff College Visits the American Marketing Association Conference

Aug. 26, 2024 | Members of the Neff College attended the New Horizons Faculty Consortium on Sales and Sales Management in Boston, MA.