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World Class Faculty & Research

Smith School Celebrates Third INFORMS Marketing Science Fellow P. K. Kannan

P. K. Kannan, associate dean and marketing professor at the Smith School, was named a Fellow of the INFORMS Society for Marketing Science, honoring his decades of influential research, mentorship, and service in digital marketing, analytics, and marketing science.

MSIS Mentorship Program Uses AI to Strengthen Alumni-Student Connections

Smith MSIS students launched a mentorship program connecting 80 students with 20 alumni mentors. Powered by LighthouseAI, the initiative enhances career guidance, tracks progress, and fosters long-term professional relationships. Expansion to other cohorts and programs is planned.

World Class Faculty & Research

Smith’s Jie Zhang and PhD Graduate Min Kim Earn Prestigious AMA Award

Smith professor Jie Zhang and PhD alum Min Kim won the AMA’s 2025 Don Lehmann Award for their Journal of Marketing Research article on predicting online shopping preferences in dynamic, large-scale retail assortments.

More than 20K Enroll in Smith AI Course for Career Empowerment

More than 20,000 learners worldwide have joined the Smith School’s free AI and Career Empowerment course—designed for transitioning federal workers but open to all—building AI literacy and career skills through expert-led, self-paced modules.

Smith’s Joshua Neeriemer Among Best & Brightest Online MBAs

Joshua Neeriemer, a financial analyst and Online MBA student at Maryland Smith, was named to Poets & Quants’ 2025 “Best & Brightest” list, honoring standout leaders from top global programs for their impact and excellence.

Explaining, Assessing the Digital Services Tax Dilemma

President Trump paused trade talks with Canada over its digital services tax, calling it a threat to U.S. interests. Canada withdrew the tax to restart negotiations. Broader global tax reform remains uncertain, as key international agreements face political hurdles.

Maryland Lt. Gov. Miller Applauds Smith School’s AI Programs During Visit

The Smith School’s new AI certificate program has drawn over 20,000 global enrollees since May. Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller visited July 1 to highlight its role in Maryland’s AI-driven workforce development.

Experiential / Reality-based Learning

Smith School Students Equip Maryland Legislators with Key Insights on Earned Wage Access

Graduate students at UMD’s Smith School, led by finance professor Liu Yang, analyzed Maryland’s earned wage access market and presented findings to lawmakers, influencing policy on financial regulations and highlighting the real-world impact of academic research and experiential learning.

Students Thrive with Hands-On Learning

Smith students gain real-world experience through AI competitions, global consulting, industry capstones, and treks. Projects with Google, Deloitte, RavenBeer, MLB and others prepare students to solve complex problems and lead across industries and borders.

Experiential / Reality-based Learning

Student Fund Managers Deliver $494K Grant to Smith

Smith students manage nearly $12 million across three funds—among the largest student-run programs nationwide. Their strong performance enabled a record $494,000 grant to the school this year, showcasing real-world investing experience and exceptional career preparation.

More than 17,000 Register for Free AI Empowerment Certificate

Smith’s free, online certificate in Artificial Intelligence and Career Empowerment has attracted over 17,000 registrants. Created for federal workers but open to all, the program features 10 self-paced modules taught by leading faculty on AI, strategy, ethics and careers.

Moments of Impact

Smith faculty are shaping policy, business and society through influential research and public service. From AI and insurance reform to pay equity and public pensions, they’re winning top awards and earning national recognition for impact and innovation across disciplines.