Susan E. Bristow

Susan E. Bristow is a Teaching Associate Professor in the Department of Information Systems at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, where she has been teaching since 2002. She also serves as the Associate Director of Graduate Programs and is actively involved in student mentorship and academic leadership.

Education:

• EdD in Human Resource and Workforce Development Education, University of Arkansas
• MBA in Business Administration, University of Arkansas
• BSBA in Information Systems, University of Arkansas
• BSBA in General Business, University of Arkansas

Dr. Bristow's research focuses on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Workforce Development, Mental Models, and Functional Roles in Teams. Her teaching interests include ERP systems, systems analysis and design, end-user computing, and service-learning, reflecting a strong alignment between her pedagogical and research work. She emphasizes experiential and service-based learning to enhance student engagement and practical skills.

Although no specific publications are listed, her research themes indicate a consistent focus on organizational systems, team dynamics, and technology integration in business education and workforce readiness.

Scientific Awards and Recognitions:

• U of A Outstanding Mentor
• U of A Outstanding Faculty Advisor
• Faculty of the Year Award – University of Arkansas Associated Student Government and Residents' Interhall Congress
• Sam M. Walton College of Business Excellence in Teaching Award
• Sam M. Walton College of Business Innovation Award
• Sam M. Walton College of Business Excellence in Service Award
• Inductee, University of Arkansas Teaching Academy (2014)
• Inductee, Arkansas Academy of Computing (2020)
• AIS Chapter Outstanding Chapter Award (2018, 2020) – as Faculty Advisor

Dr. Bristow is deeply committed to student success and academic service. She serves as faculty advisor for the University of Arkansas Association of Information Systems Chapter (AIS), Beta Gamma Sigma, and Phi Mu Fraternity. Her mentorship has been formally recognized through multiple awards, underscoring her impact beyond the classroom. She has also contributed to curriculum innovation and graduate program leadership. There is no mention of external grants, but her sustained contributions to teaching excellence and student engagement highlight a strong service and educational scholarship profile.

She is affiliated with professional organizations including Alpha Iota Delta, Americas' SAP Users' Group, Association for Information Systems, and the Decision Sciences Institute, which support her research and teaching in information systems and business technology.