DataConnect West is Back in 2024

~Contributed by Raquel Kusters (MSOTM ’22), DataConnect West Chair We have some exciting news, our second annual DataConnect West conference is on May 8, 2024! Continue reading to learn more about a day filled with content focused on artificial intelligence from women leaders across the industry. We hope to see you all at the Hyatt…Continue Reading DataConnect West is Back in 2024

Advice for those looking at loans and lenders ~Dr. Adams shares his expertise

Ask the Experts ~ Dr. Adams, Pamplin School of Business To help people learn more about LendingClub, WalletHub’s editors posed the following questions to a panel of experts. 1. What should people keep in mind when they consider peer-to-peer lenders like LendingClub? 2. What general company information should consumers look into before they take out…Continue Reading Advice for those looking at loans and lenders ~Dr. Adams shares his expertise

WiBD Partnership & Data Science Varsity

Pamplin School of Business and WiBD The Pamplin School of Business was thrilled to begin its partnership with the Pacific Northwest chapter of Women in Big Data (WiBD). This relationship has allowed students to connect directly with professionals working in the tech space and receive hands-on experience. This past year, the business school participated in…Continue Reading WiBD Partnership & Data Science Varsity

Faculty Spotlight ~ Dr. Eom Recipient of AIS SIG LEAD Outstanding Leadership Award

Dr. Eom Awarded Dr. Mike Eom is the recipient of the AIS SIG LEAD Outstanding Leadership Award – AIS is the world’s largest organization for IS academics and researchers.  This award is conferred to distinguish a member whose leadership has profoundly enhanced the stature and influence of the SIG within the Information Systems discipline, both in academic…Continue Reading Faculty Spotlight ~ Dr. Eom Recipient of AIS SIG LEAD Outstanding Leadership Award

UPOMA Soars with Opportunity

What were some 2023 highlights? In 2023, University of Portland’s Operations Management Association (UPOMA) hosted two main events, the Mock Speed Networking Event and the UPOMA OTM Speed Networking Event. These gatherings provided students with valuable opportunities to engage with a total of 11 UP alumni and representatives from 14 diverse companies, including notable professionals from Nike,…Continue Reading UPOMA Soars with Opportunity