Information Systems
Read about BYU Marriott's IS and MISM programs, the students in our programs, the faculty and their research, as well as where our alumni are in their careers.
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Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve: The 2025 Bateman Awards
In March, one student from each undergraduate program received the Bateman Award for their exemplary dedication to the BYU Marriott values, commitment to academic excellence, and profound drive to serve others.
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Running into Unexpected Opportunities
After sending out dozens of internship applications and hearing nothing back, Thomas Smith decided to focus on creating connections and networking, eventually finding opportunities in unexpected places.
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The Power of Priorities
While studying information systems at the BYU Marriott School of Business, Doug Maxfield's plan to pursue a career in technology development shifted drastically after a transformational conversation with a family friend unearthed an untapped passion: leadership development.
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Student Leaders
The following are students who were highlighted in BYU Marriott's 2024 Annual Report on page 9.
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More Than a Class
Preparing students for the business world is at the heart of what Jeff Jenkins does in his Information Systems classes.
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A Curious Nature
Sabrina Wu has cared for rescued circus elephants in Thailand, navigated a team of huskies across a frozen lake and through a forest in Finland, and now works as the anti-fraud officer for Morgan Stanley in Australia.
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Pipeline Masters
Creating these pipelines—and learning how to harness their power for good—is the core of IS 455.
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Finding His Groove
There was a moment in Dan Hansen’s life when he was a gang member. He carried a fake gun, hung out in the local pool hall, and had regular run-ins with law enforcement.
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From Code to Communication: Shaping a Career at Microsoft
Writing speeches for the CEO of Microsoft, pioneering cloud services in China, and establishing generative AI technology are all responsibilities that Jared Andersen has taken on since graduating from the BYU Marriott School of Business.
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Using Feedback as a Fuel for Growth
When an academic advisor counseled her to consider a different major, Perla Valdovinos reworked her schedule, prioritized her studies, and stayed persistent in doing all she could to get into the information systems program at BYU Marriott.
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Four BYU Marriott Employees Receive Awards at 2024 University Conference
At the 2024 University Conference, four faculty and staff members at BYU Marriott received awards for their contributions to BYU.
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Optimizing Futures
As an undergrad, Laura Cutler was hooked on using her creativity to optimize user experience. Now an assistant teaching professor, Cutler uses her same creativity to optimize students’ experiences.
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Finding Confidence out of the Comfort Zone
Drawing from her own educational experience, assistant teaching professor Katy Reese guides students in developing the confidence needed to confront and conquer complex IS concepts.
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On the Move
As he moved eight times to different states and around the world, MISM student Ethan Ritchie gained an appreciation for people of different backgrounds and beliefs. It is with this openness and desire to learn that Ritchie approaches his life and his studies at BYU Marriott.
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A Perfect Fit
From his childhood in Côte d’Ivoire to his Church mission in Ghana and a year-long stint in China, Stéphane Akoki had seen a lot before he even started college. Yet he discovered that coming to BYU Marriott widened his world—and his impact.
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Championing Academics
Junior Hailey Bronson works hard to be a champion in all aspects of her life. From being a high school soccer star to an information systems student, Bronson relies on her passions to find success in life.
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BYU professors can detect identity fraud by tracking computer keystrokes
Information systems professors at BYU have created a technology using JavaScript that can detect online identity fraud simply by measuring interaction behaviors like keystroke speed.
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Mindful Bytes in Making Decisions
Associate professor of information systems, Ryan Schuetzler is evidence that big decisions can be simplified with a focus on lifelong learning.
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