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Education eliminates career obstacles for alumnus

W. P. Carey graduate Jason Bortness landed his dream job, thanks to going back to school.

A love of learning leads IS student to become DISC president

If a photographer takes 1,000 pictures, perhaps five will turn out. However, the photographer got 995 lessons on how to take a better picture. That’s the philosophy of Shashank Rajani: photographer, technology whiz, and the 2017-2018 Department of Information Systems Club president.

Business ecosystems grow into a digital future

Chair and Professor of Information Systems Raghu Santanam will provide a basic understanding of the foundations and daily life applications of digital platforms and innovations, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and mobile and e-commerce platforms at a one-day workshop,

Gray-market sales: They’re not a black-or-white bane

Legal or not, companies often view third-party sellers as serious threats to revenue and profits. Associate Professor of Information Systems John Zhang's research shows that’s not always the case.

Alum on women in technology: I was once taken for a stagehand

Alum Rebecca Brown sealed her female legacy the moment she earned her master’s degree in information management and accepted a leadership position within her company — overseeing IT programs.

Latest IS news: Rankings, research, inspiration, and encouragement

Stay ahead of what's going on each semester through the KnowIT blog, which covers a wide range of topics — from student and alumni stories to upcoming activities and event recaps. Keep reading to learn what has been happening this spring in the Department of Information Systems.

Different backgrounds, same destination: David Dunton and Raed Hamzeh

Like many W. P. Carey students, David Dunton and Raed Hamzeh have extremely different backgrounds — one is from Phoenix, Arizona, and the other comes from Lebanon — yet they both arrived at similar destinations academically, professionally, and personally.

News: Students learn technology hands-on

Experiential learning is more than just a concept in W. P. Carey’s Department of Information Systems.

DISC students stand out

Simply getting a degree may not be enough in today’s job market. Graduates need a resume that stands out from the crowd. Clinical Assistant Professor Altaf Ahmad explains the importance of integrating information systems into your education.

Outstanding Graduating Senior: Victoria Polchinski

When Victoria Polchinski left her home state of Virginia, she was in search of some sunshine. She got more than she bargained for when she arrived in Tempe, Arizona, in August.