Winter 2026
Message from the Chair
As we kick off a new calendar year and begin the spring semester, I wanted to highlight some of the accomplishments of the first semester and inform you about what we have planned for the remainder of the academic year. In late September we completed the mentor parings for over 25 students participating in the […]
LHBS Update from Interim Dean Nancy Uddin
Strategic Investment in Research Databases Strengthens LHBS Academic Excellence The Leon Hess Business School is making a substantial investment in acquiring critical research databases that will transform our educational and research landscape. This strategic initiative represents our commitment to academic excellence and positions us to compete at the highest levels of business education. Comprehensive Database […]
BASIC Initiative Pilot Program Exceeds All Expectations in Professional Performance
The Business Analytics Solutions and Industry Connections (BASIC) initiative pairs business students with real companies facing genuine operational challenges, creating experiential learning opportunities that bridge classroom theory with practical application through live project work with actual data and stakeholder feedback. The pilot program results have surpassed all projections, with both student teams successfully delivering projects […]
Visionary Leadership and the Power of Communication: Lessons from Bell Works
When Ralph Zucker acquired the former AT&T Bell Labs property in Holmdel, he wasn’t just buying real estate—he was investing in a vision that would challenge conventional thinking about work and community spaces. Speaking to students at the Leon Hess Business School, Zucker emphasized how effective communication became the cornerstone of transforming his ambitious concept […]
Business Council Awards Application Update
Business Council Awards Recognize Student Excellence with $1,000 Scholarships The Leon Hess Business School is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the prestigious Business Council Awards, offering four $1,000 scholarships to recognize outstanding student achievement across diverse categories. All applications are due by March 13, 2026. Faculty are encouraged to share this […]