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I am assistant professor at the RPI Lally School (Sebastian Souyris, https://faculty.rpi.edu/sebastian-souyris) and want to do a big update the Lally Wikipedia page. Much of the existing information is old. Can you allow me please to do it?

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S124816 I took a look at the July 10 edits and the August 20 edits. The only part of the July 10 edits that are at all problematic to me is the addition of all of the leadership people. I don't see the equivalent in any of the other business schools that I checked in New York. Also, I'm not sure the two mentions of Dr. Wagman as Dean need different references. The first edit on August 20, Otoh, I can see why Rsjaffe deleted the entire stack. I'm going to restore it as it was after the July 10 edits, other than the additional Leadership list, which probably makes sense to discuss on the talk page and have both of Dr. Wagman's references used in both places. We can work from there. Nothing has been lost prior versions can be viewed by everyone.Naraht (talk) 17:25, 21 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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You can add the Edit COI entries here. Naraht (talk) 17:25, 21 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Hi @Naraht, thank you for reviewing. Please see edit COI requests below. S124816 (talk) 21:15, 26 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
S124816, I'll try to get to them tonight or tomorrow. there are ways to handle the refs better on a talk page, but I'll take care of that.Naraht (talk) 21:27, 26 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]
Great, thank you very much, @Naraht. S124816 (talk) 22:18, 26 August 2024 (UTC)[reply]

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The Lally School of Management is the business school of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), located in Troy, New York. Founded in 1963[1] the school offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs that emphasize entrepreneurship, finance, and operations management, among other disciplines.

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The Lally School of Management, part of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, New York, was established in 1963[2] . Recognized as one of the top business schools in the United States, Lally is distinguished by its focus on integrating management, technology, and innovation[3][4]. The school offers a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, with specializations in business analytics, management, entrepreneurship, finance, and other related fields.

With a strong focus on research and interdisciplinary collaboration[5], Lally leverages RPI’s strengths in science, engineering, and technology to prepare students for leadership roles in a rapidly changing global economy. The school is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)[6][7], reflecting its commitment to excellence in education and research.

Lally’s faculty comprises scholars and industry experts who contribute to cutting-edge research in areas such as finance, information technology, supply chain management, and artificial intelligence. The school’s alumni network is global, with graduates holding leadership positions in a variety of industries, including finance, technology, agriculture, and media[8].

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The Lally school, founded in 1963, is relatively new to RPI, which was founded in 1824. The Lally school was originally solely a management program for engineers. It was originally housed in the Jonsson Engineering Center and Lally Management Center, before finally being moved to the larger Pittsburgh Building. The management school was named after Rensselaer trustee Kenneth T. Lally and his wife, Thelma P. Lally. Kenneth T. Lally has been an important member of the Rensselaer community since 1970. The Lallys wanted the school to be known throughout the world as the "best of the breed". Lally, an entrepreneur who saved the historic W.& L.E Gurley Company (now Gurley Precision Instruments), knew the challenge of managing a technological venture. To help the management school gain national prominence, the Lallys gave $15 million, which was, up until 2001, the largest single gift in Rensselaer's history. To honor the benefactors and to more properly reflect the school's unique focus, the school became the Kenneth T. and Thelma P. Lally School of Management and Technology.[9]

The Pittsburgh Building was completed in 1912 and originally contained the administrative offices of the institute, the library, and the Geological and Mineralogical Museum. "It was presented by the members of the Pittsburgh Alumni Association, and has cost furnished about $150,000."[10]

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The Lally School of Management was founded in 1963[2] as part of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), America’s first technological university, which was originally founded in 1824[11]. The school was established to integrate business education with RPI’s strong emphasis on science and engineering, reflecting the institution’s broader mission to apply technological advancements to practical business challenges[5].

Initially, Lally was housed in the Jonsson Engineering Center and the Lally Management Center. However, as the school expanded, it eventually moved to the larger Pittsburgh Building, a historic structure completed in 1912. This building originally contained RPI's administrative offices, the library, and the Geological and Mineralogical Museum. It was funded by the Pittsburgh Alumni Association at a cost of approximately $125,000, reflecting its significant importance to the Institute[12].

The management school was named after Rensselaer trustee Kenneth T. Lally and his wife, Thelma P. Lally. Kenneth T. Lally, an important member of the Rensselaer community since 1970, was an entrepreneur known for saving the historic W. & L.E. Gurley Company (now Gurley Precision Instruments[13]). His experience in managing a technological venture deeply influenced his vision for the school. The Lallys wanted the school to be known throughout the world as the "best of the breed." To help the school gain national prominence, they donated $15 million, which was, until 2001, the largest single gift in Rensselaer’s history[2].

Throughout its history, the Lally School has maintained its commitment to blending technical expertise with business education. It achieved AACSB accreditation in 1977[14], which it has held ever since[7], further establishing its reputation for excellence in business education[3]. Over the years, the school has expanded its academic offerings, particularly in emerging fields such as business analytics, supply chain management, and technological entrepreneurship, to prepare students for leadership roles in an increasingly technology-driven global economy[2].

Today, the Lally School of Management continues to build on this legacy, leveraging its location in New York’s Capital Region, a hub for innovation in fields such as artificial intelligence[15][16] and quantum computing[17][18][19], to provide students with cutting-edge education and research opportunities[5].

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Academics

The Lally school offers the following programs:

  • Full-time Residential
  • Executive MBA[20]
  • Ph.D. Program[21]
  • Undergraduate Management Degree
  • Graduate Management Degrees
  • Specialized Corporate Programs

As part of an experiential learning environment, students work on the patent portfolio from Rensselaer’s Office of Commercialization in the Incubator as part of their strategy class. They take on real-world problems and research for local companies; and work with faculty on radical innovation projects for large, established firms.

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Programs

Lally offers a comprehensive range of academic programs designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the business world. These programs integrate RPI’s strengths in technology and engineering with rigorous business education, creating a unique interdisciplinary learning environment.

Undergraduate Programs

The Lally School offers two distinct degrees at the undergraduate level: A Bachelor of Science in Business and Management, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics. The Bachelor of Science in Business and Management offers opportunities for students to specialize in areas such as finance, marketing, business analytics, management information systems, and supply chain management. The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in business principles while emphasizing the application of technology in solving real-world business problems. The Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics undergraduate program integrates core business principles with rigorous coursework in mathematics, computer science, data management, and statistical modeling. Students develop critical thinking skills around data by engaging with various data sets, utilizing advanced computing and visualization tools, and applying their knowledge to real-world scenarios. Students have the flexibility to pursue minors in other disciplines across RPI, such as engineering, computer science, and the humanities, fostering a well-rounded education that is highly valued by employers. The program also encourages hands-on learning through internships, co-op experiences, and capstone projects, allowing students to apply their classroom knowledge in professional settings[22].

Graduate Programs

Lally’s graduate programs are highly regarded for their focus on the intersection of management, data analytics, and technology. The school offers an MBA program, as well as several Master of Science (M.S.) degrees that are STEM-designated[23]., including:

  • Business Analytics: Emphasizing data-driven decision-making and the application of analytical techniques in business contexts.
  • Quantitative Finance and Risk Analytics: Preparing students for careers in financial services with a focus on managing financial risk using quantitative methods.
  • Supply Chain Management: Addressing the complexities of global supply chains and the role of technology in optimizing operations.

The Lally MBA program [24] is designed to equip students with the strategic and analytical skills needed to lead in a technology-driven global economy. The program offers concentrations in areas such as finance, entrepreneurship, management information systems, marketing, technological entrepreneurship, and business analytics, allowing students to tailor their education to their career goals.

Doctoral Program

The Management Ph.D. program at the Lally School[25] is research-intensive and prepares students for academic careers or advanced research roles in industry. Doctoral students work closely with faculty who are experts in their fields, engaging in cutting-edge research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in management disciplines. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary research, leveraging RPI’s strengths in technology and innovation to address complex business challenges. Executive Education and Professional Development In addition to its degree programs, the Lally School in collaboration with Rensselaer at Work offers executive education programs tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their skills or pivot their careers. These programs are designed to provide advanced knowledge in areas such as leadership, innovation, and data analytics, helping participants stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.

Executive Education and Professional Development

In addition to its degree programs, the Lally School in collaboration with Rensselaer at Work[26] offers executive education programs tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their skills or pivot their careers. These programs are designed to provide advanced knowledge in areas such as leadership, innovation, and data analytics, helping participants stay competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.

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Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship

The Paul J. ’69 and Kathleen M. Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship (SCTE) helps foster new generations of budding and successful entrepreneurs through outreach programs, education and support systems.

Centered in Rensselaer’s Lally School of Management & Technology, the Severino Center lies at the core of Lally’s commitment to Entrepreneurship, providing a broad-based platform for entrepreneurs to make the transition from concept to company.

The mission of the SCTE is to expose every Rensselaer student to the practices and principles of entrepreneurship and to extend Rensselaer’s leadership and national prominence in technological entrepreneurship. The center implements this mission by:

Providing and supporting opportunities to learn fundamental principles of entrepreneurship and study historical cases of successful entrepreneurs; Providing opportunities to listen to, interact with, and work with experienced entrepreneurs; Helping students with ideas for new innovations to find resources for commercializing their ideas, and helping students who are seeking businesses opportunities to find and initiate them; Guiding, mentoring and coaching student-based start-up businesses; Connecting students who are starting businesses to resources and networks within and beyond the Rensselaer community.

The mission also states that the Center will focus on technological entrepreneurship, meaning that attention and resources are primarily, though not solely, directed at entrepreneurial principles, experiences and new business initiatives specifically driven by novel or advanced technology.

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Research Centers

Lally’s research centers[27] are at the forefront of addressing the challenges of the modern business world, often in collaboration with other departments at RPI. These centers provide opportunities for faculty and students to engage in interdisciplinary research that directly impacts industry and society.

Center for Research toward Advancing Financial Technologies (CRAFT)[28]

This NSF supported center [29] focuses on advancing the understanding of financial markets, financial technology (FinTech), and risk management. It facilitates collaboration between academia and industry, providing a platform for research that addresses real-world financial challenges.

Center for Supply Networks and Analytics[30]

Dedicated to the study of supply chain management, this center emphasizes the role of analytics and technology in optimizing supply chains. Research conducted here often explores the impact of digital transformation on supply chains, sustainability, and global logistics.

Center for Ethics in the Management of Emerging Technologies[31]

This center addresses the challenges of managing the uncharted ethical and moral dilemmas that spring directly from emerging technologies.

Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship [32]

The Severino Center is a hub for entrepreneurship at RPI, providing resources, mentorship, and education to aspiring entrepreneurs. The center hosts workshops, competitions, and networking events that help students and faculty turn innovative ideas into successful businesses.

These research centers are integral to Lally’s mission, providing students with a comprehensive education that is both theoretically rigorous and practically relevant. Through these entities, Lally continues to lead in areas such as entrepreneurship, financial technology, and supply chain management, preparing students to excel in an increasingly complex and technologically driven business environment.


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Campus and Facilities

The Lally School of Management is located on the main campusxix of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, New York. The campus itself is renowned for its historical significance and its integration of cutting-edge facilities with a rich academic tradition.

The Pittsburgh Building

The Lally School is housed in the Pittsburgh Building, a historic structure completed in 1912. Originally, this building contained RPI’s administrative offices, the library, and the Geological and Mineralogical Museum. The Pittsburgh Building was funded by the Pittsburgh Alumni Association, costing approximately $125,000 at the time of its construction, and it remains one of the iconic structures on the RPI campus[33]

Jonsson Engineering Center

The Jonsson Engineering Center, which also initially housed the Lally School, is part of the interconnected network of buildings on RPI’s campus that emphasizes the integration of engineering and business education. This proximity to engineering facilities enables Lally students to collaborate closely with peers in technical disciplines, fostering an interdisciplinary approach to solving business problems

Research and Innovation Labs

The Lally School offers access to a range of research and innovation labs[34] that support its focus on technology-driven business education. These labs are equipped with advanced computing resources, data analytics tools, and collaborative spaces where students and faculty can engage in research projects that address real-world challenges in fields like finance, supply chain management, and entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hub

The Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship[35] plays a central role in fostering innovation on campus. Located within the Lally School, the center offers resources such as workshops, mentoring programs, and networking opportunities to help students and faculty launch successful ventures. The center also hosts events like business plan competitions and startup showcases, providing a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to present their ideas.

Library and Collaborative Spaces

The RPI campus also features a modern library[36] that supports the academic needs of Lally students. The library provides access to a vast collection of business and technical resources, including journals, databases, and e-books. In addition, the campus is equipped with numerous collaborative spaces where students can work on group projects, study together, and engage in interdisciplinary learning.

Overall, the Lally School’s facilities are designed to enhance the learning experience, providing students with the tools and environment necessary to succeed in a technology-driven business world. The integration of historic buildings with modern resources reflects RPI’s commitment to blending tradition with innovation, creating a unique academic setting for the Lally School of Management.

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  3. ^ a b "Princeton Review Best Business Schools".
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  5. ^ a b c "Message From Dean Liad Wagman".
  6. ^ "Spectrum News: RPI Lally School of Management Receives Prestigious Accreditation".
  7. ^ a b "AACSB - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute".
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  9. ^ "About Lally — the Lally School of Management & Technology". Retrieved 2024-07-10. How it got its name
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  15. ^ "RPI joins coalition seeking safe, responsible AI usage".
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  23. ^ "DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List" (PDF).
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  28. ^ "Center for Research toward Advancing Financial Technologies (CRAFT)".
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  31. ^ "Center for Ethics in the Management of Emerging Technologies".
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  35. ^ "Severino Center for Technological Entrepreneurship". severinocenter.rpi.edu.
  36. ^ "Libraries at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute". library.rpi.edu.
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