This fall CBE is excited to welcome new faculty to our ranks. Get to know our newest professors.
Rachel Gordon, Assistant Professor
Department of Finance
Education
Ph.D., Finance, Drexel University
MSF, finance, American Univeristy
MAID, Development Economics, American University
Research Interests
Empirical Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, Insider Trading, Mergers and Acquisitions, Investment, Firm-Advisor Relations
How do you approach your role as a professor?
I have fun when I teach and I work to apply the material in the classroom to as many real world examples as possible.
Who is someone you admire?
My 99-year-old great aunt. She has never been afraid to be who she is and speak her mind about anything and everything.
What’s something few people know about you that might be surprising to some?
I am a long-distance runner. I run about 4-6 races a year.
How do you spend your free time?
Relaxing with my family, baking, or running
What’s your favorite TV show?
I enjoy medical dramas or cooking shows.
What are you most looking forward to this semester?
Getting to know all of the Towson CBE students and faculty