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“I’m from the Philadelphia area and have previously lived in the city for several years, so this really feels like coming home,” said D’Arcy, who earned his PhD in business administration with a concentration in MIS at the Fox School in 2005.

“As I become more acquainted with today’s Temple University, I’m excited to learn how we can prepare students to make meaningful contributions to the Philadelphia region while also conducting research that addresses important challenges for the region’s business and technology communities—and ultimately has an impact well beyond the city.”

Before returning to Temple, D’Arcy was a professor in the Department of Accounting & MIS at the University of Delaware’s Lerner College of Business and Economics. Earlier, he held faculty appointments at the University of Notre Dame and Towson University.

His research examines information systems, cybersecurity, behavioral information security issues, and the organizational and managerial challenges of technology adoption and risk management.

“Understanding why people make the security choices they do, and how organizations can create environments that encourage secure behavior, has been the driving force behind much of my research,” he said.

D’Arcy’s scholarship has earned national recognition, including honors from the Fox School, the University of Delaware and the Association for Information Systems. He also serves in editorial leadership roles for leading journals in the field.

D’Arcy has taught undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students throughout his career while mentoring future scholars and helping develop information systems curricula. His teaching has been recognized with multiple teaching awards.

“I always strive to create an engaging, interactive classroom where students are encouraged to ask questions, think critically and apply concepts to realistic business situations,” he said. “Students can expect an environment that is challenging, collaborative and focused on developing practical skills they can carry into their careers.”

Prior to earning his PhD, D’Arcy earned an MBA at La Salle University and a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University.

This fall, D’Arcy will teach MIS 4596 Managing Enterprise Cybersecurity. He looks forward to helping students prepare for careers in an evolving digital landscape.

“Fox has a stellar reputation in management information systems, and I’m excited to work with students who are eager to tackle real-world challenges such as AI, cybersecurity and digital transformation,” he said.

“I’ve always been fascinated by what makes organizations not only productive but also places where people genuinely enjoy coming to work,” Kane said.

“I spent four years working in college athletics, where I became just as interested in the dynamics happening behind the scenes as I was in what happened on the field,” she said. “That experience ultimately led me to pursue a PhD in industrial and organizational psychology where I study how everyday interpersonal interactions—particularly expressions of gratitude—influence leadership, relationships and employee well-being.”

Kane earned her PhD in industrial and organizational psychology in 2026 from the University of Central Florida, where she previously completed her master’s degree in the field. She also has a master’s degree in sports management from the University of Florida and three bachelor’s degrees from the University of Maryland: a BS in finance, a BS in operations management and business analytics, and a BA in economics.

At Fox, Kane will continue researching gratitude at work, positive interpersonal relationships, leader-follower dynamics, emotions and positive organizational scholarship.

“At the core of my research is a simple question: How can we cultivate more positive interactions and relationships at work?” she said. “In the classroom, I love connecting those research findings to real organizational challenges. My goal is for students to leave with a strong understanding of organizational behavior theories and a deeper appreciation for how everyday interactions can shape teams, influence leaders and create more positive workplaces.”

Her research pipeline includes a recently published article in the Journal of Applied Psychology examining the cascading effects of leader gratitude expressions, as well as a manuscript currently under review at Personnel Psychology. As a graduate student, Kane gained extensive teaching experience through undergraduate instruction, graduate teaching assistant roles and curriculum development.

“I believe students learn best when they feel comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas and challenging themselves,” she said. “So, I strive to create a classroom built on respect and collaboration.”

This fall, Kane will be teaching BA9208 Advanced Quantitative Research Methods for Business. In the spring, she will be teaching undergraduate courses focused on leadership and management.

“Students can expect an energetic and engaging classroom where they are active participants in the learning process,” she said. “I want students to leave not only with a deeper understanding of leadership and organizational behavior, but also with greater confidence in their ability to solve complex problems, build meaningful relationships and become thoughtful, effective leaders.”

Kane said she already feels a deep connection to the Philadelphia area.

“I’m thrilled to be back in Philadelphia, a city that has always felt like home to me because so much of my family lives here,” she said. “I’m excited to become part of the Temple community and to contribute to a university deeply connected to the city and committed to creating opportunities that make a difference inside and outside the classroom.”

Before joining Fox, Kulkarni served as visiting faculty member at the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota and as a postdoctoral research fellow at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College.

He earned his PhD in operations management from Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business in 2023. His dissertation on information sharing in technology-driven service environments was a finalist for the 2024 INFORMS TIMES Doctoral Dissertation Award.

He holds MS degrees in statistics and economics from Georgia Tech and a B.Tech in metallurgical and materials engineering from Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology in Nagpur, India.

“As I gained more real-world experience after completing my undergraduate studies in engineering, I also realized the importance of the human side of processes, which influences both how processes are managed and their broader societal implications,” he said. “Studying operations management allowed me to combine these two interests.”

His research focuses on digital and behavioral operations, including the future of work, human-technology interaction and socially responsible operations.

“Specifically, I examine how to design key features of platform innovations from a user perspective,” he said. “By identifying the behavioral mechanisms that link design choices to user decisions and firms’ operational outcomes, my work examines how technology can realize its economic potential while preserving user welfare.”

Kulkarni’s research has been published at Management Science, with additional work under review. His scholarship has also earned recognition from POMS and Georgia Tech, including the 2023 Ashford Watson Stalnaker Memorial Award for PhD Excellence and the Graduate Student Instructor of the Year Award from Georgia Tech’s Scheller College of Business.

In the classroom, Kulkarni brings expertise in analytics, statistics and operations management, having taught courses in business statistics, analytical tools, operationsand supply chain management.

“In my teaching, I try to emphasize a student-centered approach and make the course content relevant to students,” Kulkarni said. “I therefore frequently refresh my course materials and delivery based on student feedback and incorporate examples drawn from relevant, recent events.”

This Fall, Kulkarni will be teaching MSOM3101 Operations Management.

“Students will be able to appreciate the field of operations management and build a structured way of thinking about processes using both quantitative and qualitative tools,” he said.

Beyond his research and teaching, Kulkarni is eager to become part of the Temple community.

“I am looking forward to learning more about Temple’s students, faculty and staff, as well as the culture and traditions of the university,” he said. “I am also excited to explore Philadelphia and discover ways to become more involved in both the Temple and local communities.”

Kwon earned her PhD and MA in strategic management from Rice University’s Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business in 2023. She graduated summa cum laude and earned her BA in business administration from the Korea University Business School (KUBS) at Korea University in Seoul, South Korea.

Her research focuses on strategic management, innovation and entrepreneurship, with particular interests in corporate venture capital, corporate innovation, technology markets and the energy industry.

“I am particularly interested in how firms make important strategic choices, invest in emerging opportunities, and navigate uncertainty as they pursue innovation and long-term growth,” she said.

“Given the rapidly changing nature of today’s business environment, I hope to bring this perspective into the classroom by encouraging students to look beyond simple answers and think critically about the strategic challenges businesses encounter.”

Kwon has presented her research at leading conferences, including the Strategic Management Society Annual Conference, the Academy of Management Annual Meeting and Research Policy’s Online Conference of Early Career Researchers.

She taught courses in strategic management at both the University of Utah and Rice University. In addition, she served as a teaching assistant in Rice’s strategy and environment group.

“My approach to teaching is centered on helping students develop the confidence to think independently and navigate complex problems,” she said. “Rather than simply providing answers, I aim to equip students with the frameworks and tools they need to break down challenging situations, evaluate different approaches, and make informed decisions.”

This fall, she will be teaching BA4102 Strategic Management.

“Students can expect an engaging and supportive environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and learning from one another,” Kwon said. “Through discussions, cases, and applied projects, I hope to help them connect strategic concepts to the decisions organizations face in practice and develop skills they can carry beyond the classroom.”

Kwon is also looking to become more familiar with Temple, Fox, and the Greater Philadelphia region. Her connection to Philadelphia goes back to childhood, when she attended elementary school in the city. She later returned to Philadelphia as part of the 2015 Wharton-KUBS undergraduate study abroad program at the University of Pennsylvania.

“One of the things I enjoy most about joining a new institution is getting to know the people around me and learning from their experiences and perspectives,” she said. “Every university has its own culture, and I’m looking forward to discovering what makes Temple unique through the students, faculty and staff who make up the Fox community.

“Beyond campus, I’m eager to explore Philadelphia’s rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and entrepreneurial ecosystem while learning more about the organizations and communities that make the city such a dynamic place to live and work.”

“Before beginning my doctoral studies, I studied journalism and worked in the financial industry,” he said. “Those experiences allowed me to see how data, digital platforms and the ways information is presented can meaningfully influence people’s choices.”

Liu earned his PhD in information systems in 2026 from the University of Maryland. He received an MS in management information systems from the University of Arizona, an MA in business and financial journalism from Hong Kong Baptist University, and a bachelor’s degree in management from Sun Yat-Sen University.

Liu’s research emphasizes artificial intelligence and its applications in areas including social good, healthcare and financial technology.

“This is an especially exciting time to study and teach artificial intelligence,” he said. “The technology is evolving rapidly, but so are the questions it raises for businesses, individuals and society. I am excited to bring that energy into both my research and classroom while learning from the wide range of experiences and perspectives within the Temple community.”

Liu has published in Production and Operations Management and has research forthcoming in Management Science. He has also presented at leading conferences hosted by INFORMS, POMS and other organizations.

His scholarship has earned several honors, including the Best Student Paper Award at the 2025 INFORMS Workshop on Data Science, the 2025–26 Ritu Agarwal Distinguished PhD Fellowship and finalist recognition in the 2024 University of Maryland Invention of the Year Awards.

At the University of Maryland, Liu taught Database Systems and Intro to Low-Code AI Agent Development, developing original course materials for both courses. He also served as an instructor and curriculum developer for the NIH Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Consortium to Advance Health Equity and Researcher Diversity.

“I believe students learn technology most effectively by working with it—writing code, analyzing data, debugging problems and explaining the reasoning behind their choices—rather than simply memorizing procedures,” he said. “At the same time, I want students with different levels of technical experience to feel comfortable asking questions, learning from one another and improving through iteration. My goal is for students to leave the classroom with not only stronger technical skills, but also the confidence and judgment to use those skills thoughtfully and responsibly.”

This fall, Liu will teach MIS3505 Scripting for Data Science and begin building connections across the Temple community.

“I am especially interested in learning how Temple students’ different backgrounds, goals and experiences shape the ways they approach technology and business,” he said. “I also look forward to learning from faculty and staff about the collaborations, traditions and forms of service that make the Fox community distinctive.”

He’s also eager to get started exploring his new hometown.

“As a new Philadelphian, I am excited to get to know the city beyond campus: its neighborhoods, history, communities and organizations,” he said. “Over time, I hope these connections will enrich not only my experience living here, but also the research questions I pursue and the examples and perspectives I bring into the classroom.”

His interest in crime nearly took a different career path before he decided to become a financial scholar.

“I have always been fascinated by crime and the incentives that drive people and organizations to follow rules—or find ways around them,” said Slutzky, who joins the Fox School of Business this fall as an assistant professor. “In fact, before pursuing my MBA, I seriously considered enrolling in a degree in criminal psychology.”

Slutzky earned his PhD in finance from Columbia Business School in 2017 and his MBA from Argentina’s IAE Business School. Before joining Fox, he served as an assistant professor of finance at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business.

Much of Slutzky’s research uses natural experiments related to crime, regulation and law enforcement to answer questions in banking and corporate finance that would otherwise be very difficult to study.

“I think these topics resonate naturally with students,” he said. “Whether in finance, accounting, management or entrepreneurship, people are constantly making decisions about compliance, ethics and the boundaries of rules and regulations. The tension between following established rules and trying to bypass them is a fundamental part of how organizations operate.”

His research has been published in journals including the Journal of Financial Economics, the Review of Financial Studies, the Review of Finance, Management Science, and The Journal of Law, Economics, and Organization. He has also presented at more than 50 academic conferences.

He received a Distinguished Teaching Award in 2020, the Allen J. Krowe Award for Teaching Excellence in 2023, and the Master of Finance Faculty Teaching Impact Award in 2026. Students also recognized him as the Most Effective MBA Elective Professor in 2019 and 2026.

At the Fox School, Slutzky is scheduled to teach FIN3504 Intermediate Corporate Finance in the spring 2027 semester.

“My goal is to create a classroom environment where students feel comfortable participating, asking questions, and, importantly, making mistakes,” he said. “I often think of the classroom as a flight simulator: it is a place to practice decision-making in a realistic setting, but without the real-world consequences that come with getting something wrong.”

“Because of that, I encourage students to take intellectual risks, share their reasoning, and work through difficult problems even when they are unsure of the answer.”

Beyond the classroom, Slutzky is eager to explore both Temple and Philadelphia.

“One of my favorite places in the world is the Eastern State Penitentiary,” he said. “Long before joining Temple, I was fascinated by its history and by the broader questions it raises about crime, punishment and society.”

He is also impressed by Temple’s connection with the community.

“Every time I mention that I’m joining Temple, someone tells me about a family member, friend, colleague or neighbor who attended or is attending the university,” he said. “I keep hearing personal Temple stories. That speaks to the university’s deep connections and impact across generations and communities.”

“While I grew up in New Hampshire, I lived in Philly when I attended Temple and Fox myself as an undergraduate,” said Welch, who earned his BBA in risk management and insurance from the Fox School of Business. “There is something so magically familiar about being on our campus. I cannot wait to feel the buzz of a busy Temple and a busy Alter Hall again.”

Welch earned his PhD in insurance economics and actuarial analytics in 2026 from the Wisconsin School of Business, University of Wisconsin-Madison. He previously earned his BBA in risk management and insurance at the Fox School.

“Understanding how people and companies respond to incentives baked into our public policies is fascinating,” he said. “Learning about these responses gives us the chance to inform better policy in return. Insurance is a fun laboratory in which to study these incentives, in part because it’s complex and every person has something to say about it, positive or negative.”

Welch’s research focuses on social insurance and public economics. His research has been published in the Journal of Health Economics and the Geneva Papers on Risk and Insurance, with additional papers under review.

He has presented his research at conferences hosted by the American Society of Health Economists, the American Risk and Insurance Association and other leading organizations.

At the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Welch served as both a lecturer and graduate teaching assistant for risk management courses.

“In the classroom, I want to engage students in discussions about the ways in which we see public policy impacting individual decisions and the decisions of the companies we interact with and work for,” Welch said. “I also care a lot about pushing students to develop really good questions, which hopefully they get chances to ask — and even answer—throughout their professional life in various ways.”

This fall, Welch will be teaching two sections of RMI4596 Advanced Topics in Managing Human Capital Risk at the Fox School. He said he plans to find time for his own learning opportunities.

“First, I hope to learn what it’s like to engage with faculty across disciplines within Fox and across campus,” he said. “I did a lot of this while at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and I learned a lot that informed my own research in the process. Second, I am eager to learn more about the reasons why Temple is such a great place to work. I know firsthand why it’s a great place to be a student, and I can’t wait to learn about the other part in this next phase.”

Returning to campus also means rediscovering one of Temple’s favorite traditions.

“I need to re-learn about the best options at each food truck because I can tell they’ve changed a bit over the last six or seven years!”