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A Way With Words

According to research from the University of Delaware’s Michal Herzenstein, the words you use can help predict whether or not you’ll default on a loan.

Fast-Forwarding Through Ads?

Research from UD’s Robert Kent suggests that DVR is changing the landscape of television advertising. Delayed viewing means that advertisers need to consider what types of ads to use based on a TV program’s genre.

Lerner Tax Clinic Serves Community

Thanks to donations from alumni, the Lerner College has established the Lerner Tax Clinic, providing students with real-world tax experience while offering free tax services to the community.

Higher Prices for Longer Stays

Research from a UD professor and graduate students shows that hotels increase prices for longer stays, and looks at the implications of the gap between this pricing and customer expectations.

Meeting Demands of the World’s Largest Industry

UD has announced a new four-year doctoral program in hospitality business analytics that will help prepare students to lead the hospitality industry using the latest data analytics technology.

The power of counter-offers

Research co-authored by UD management Professors John Sawyer and Dustin Sleesman considers how counter-offers, and even the potential for a counter-offer, can impact power in negotiations.

Delaware kids practice meaningful economics

This spring, students in third through fifth grades from across Delaware gathered over four days to compete in the 32nd Annual Delaware Meaningful Economics Competition sponsored by the CEEE.

A sport management service legacy

UD’s Tim DeSchriver received the North American Society for Sport Management’s 2019 Dr. Garth Paton Distinguished Service Award in recognition of the important roles he’s served in the organization.

Lerner Alumni Excellence

Lerner alumni were honored at the 28th Annual Alumni Awards of Excellence during the 2019 UD Alumni Weekend.


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