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Onur Arugaslan is a Professor of Finance at the Haworth College of Business, Western Michigan University, and serves as Director of the Personal Financial Planning Program and Co-director of the Sanford Center for Financial Planning and Wellness. His roles include academic leadership, research oversight, and strategic initiatives in financial education and wellness.
Dr. Arugaslan holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Texas at Dallas and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey. His career bridges technical expertise and financial acumen, reflecting his interdisciplinary background.
Research Interests: Focus on dual-class corporate structures, the interplay of cash flow and voting rights, liquidity dynamics, and risk-adjusted performance in financial instruments like ADRs. He also explores market reactions to corporate takeovers, personal financial planning strategies, and cross-border investment patterns.
Awards & Recognition:
- Best Paper Award, 2006 Association for Global Business Conference
- Highly Commended Paper Award, Emerald Literati Network Awards (2008)
Teaching & Academic Leadership: Teaches corporate finance, international finance, and personal financial planning. Leads the Sanford Center, fostering practical applications of financial wellness research. Advises students and mentors in financial strategy and policy.
Professional Engagement: Active in academic and industry circles, contributing to journals such as Journal of Finance, Managerial Finance, and International Journal of Banking and Finance. His work frequently addresses real-world financial challenges, from IPO design to emerging market investments.
