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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.
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.
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.
The following are students who were highlighted in BYU Marriott's 2024 Annual Report on page 9.
Preparing students for the business world is at the heart of what Jeff Jenkins does in his Information Systems classes.
Creating these pipelines—and learning how to harness their power for good—is the core of IS 455.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At the 2024 University Conference, four faculty and staff members at BYU Marriott received awards for their contributions to BYU.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Associate professor of information systems, Ryan Schuetzler is evidence that big decisions can be simplified with a focus on lifelong learning.
Eight professors joined the faculty at the BYU Marriott School of Business in 2023. “We are excited to welcome these new faculty members,” says Brigitte Madrian, dean of BYU Marriott. “In line with our mission to develop leaders of faith, intellect, and character, these new faculty bring insight and experience that will contribute to the educational experience BYU Marriott offers its students.”
Since graduating with a bachelor’s degree in information systems from BYU Marriott, John Koelliker has relied on authentic relationships in his life to help start his own company.
The Department of Information Systems coordinated with departments across campus in hosting cybersecurity camps to foster interest in technology and teach safe computer usage to youth and educators.
Information systems student Mason Perry has seen how unexpected opportunities can lead to life changing moments.
BYU Marriott School of Business dean Brigitte C. Madrian announced Tom Meservy as the next chair of the Department of Information Systems.
Jacob Steffen always knew he would jump at the chance to teach at the BYU Marriott School of Business because of the community and comradery he felt in the IS program as a student.