The Shidler College of Business hosted a Master of Science in Finance (MSF) mixer on November 4 at the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center. The event was attended by approximately 40 students and supported in part by the CFA Society Hawaiʻi, with participation from numerous finance faculty members. The audience enjoyed an engaging evening of discussion and networking centered on the theme “Where Are We Headed? Navigating the Future of Finance in Hawaiʻi.”

First Insurance Company Distinguished Professor Jing Ai wears many hats at Shidler College. In addition to teaching several undergraduate and graduate level classes, she’s also a researcher, director of Shidler College’s Ph.D. program and a faculty advisor to insurance and risk management track students.

The Shidler College of Business hosted a milestone event on Feb. 11 for the Master of Science in Finance Program (MSF). Professor of Finance and Risk Management and MSF Faculty Director Hua Chen organized the “Mastering Finance: Bridging Talent and Industry” mixer event at the Walter Dods, Jr. RISE Center. Chen collaborated with multiple teams, including the Career Services and Professional Development Office, the Graduate Office of Student Academic Services and the External Relations Office to design a networking opportunity for current students and an informational session for prospective students. There were about 60 attendees, including students, alumni and finance professionals, who spent the evening fostering connections and sharing insights into Hawaii’s finance industry.