Business school leaders from more than 150 Mid-Atlantic institutions gathered at the University of Maryland’s Smith School to discuss higher education challenges, including AI, shifting student demands, and market changes. Conference speakers emphasized AI fluency, curriculum innovation, experiential learning, and adapting business education for long-term sustainability.

The 5th Annual Datathon, hosted by the Smith Analytics Consortium, engaged 370 students in 53 teams, marking a new participation record. The event, aligned with Smith's Strategic Plan, fostered interdisciplinary collaboration and included students from various academic backgrounds.

MBA students at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business put their skills to the test in front of one of the world’s biggest consulting firms, as Deloitte and the Smith MBA Consulting Club hosted the Second Annual Deloitte/Smith Case Competition on September 30, 2013.