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Stories about the people and programs shaping the University of Kansas School of Business.
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School welcomes six researchers for 2025–26

Six new researchers joined the KU School of Business at the start of the 2025–26 academic year, strengthening the school’s research in areas relevant to the future of business education and practice.

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MBA pathway links STEM and strategy  

Quinn Heather, a KU senior in mechanical engineering, is using the MBA bridge program to expand his career options by combining technical skills with business knowledge, preparing for leadership roles and a future in consulting.

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Undergraduate program stories

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Entrepreneurship program sparks KU student's nonprofit venture, creates leadership opportunities

Junior marketing major Ashton Barker uses KU Business program The Catalyst, Entrepreneurship Club to build passion project.
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Business students mix entrepreneurship, fashion to host KU Fashion Week in Capitol Federal Hall

KU’s Fashion Business Organization hosted its first fashion show in Capitol Federal Hall on April 12th in collaboration with Alpha Couture, a Kansas City fashion and lifestyle group. Ten student designers displayed their collections, modeled by 40 students. ...

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Senior builds personalized study abroad program with help from Global Business Studies

Hannah Siegler shares unique exchange program experience with University of Malta.
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KU Business programs, courses prepare career-ready graduates

Each year, the KU School of Business not only helps soon-to-be graduates find full-time jobs. It prepares students to embark on fulfilling careers.
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Graduate program stories

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Senior pursues MBA bridge program to combine business, engineering education

Quinn Heather, a mechanical engineering senior at KU, is pursuing the MBA bridge program to combine his technical background with business skills, aiming for a career in leadership or consulting.

MBA capstone courses aid Kansas companies with business solutions

KU MBA students develop and present solutions while gaining an inside look at Kansas’ small businesses function.
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Master’s student pivots to new career path with dual MBA/MS-Business Analytics program

JennyLou Spoon discovers possibilities after teaching in the Peace Corps through KU Business master’s degree programs

Master of Accounting alumna takes nontraditional career path outside accounting firms

Bailey Proctor combines her love of accounting and wine to find perfect job as a controller for Pacific Union Co.
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Alumni stories

Master of Accounting alumna takes nontraditional career path outside accounting firms

Bailey Proctor combines her love of accounting and wine to find perfect job as a controller for Pacific Union Co.
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Four KU Business alumni named Endowment trustees

Four graduates of the KU School of Business were elected to the KU Endowment Board of Trustees in fall of 2023 at the group’s annual meeting. ...

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KU School of Business to honor 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient

The University of Kansas School of Business will recognize Diane Yetter with its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award.
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Research and faculty news

Tue, 10/21/2025

Professional stock recommendations on social media prove a surprisingly valuable source, according to new study

In a new article, Eric Weisbrod, associate professor of accounting at the University of Kansas, examines sell-side analysts’ stock recommendation revisions on Twitter, observing increased levels of price discovery during intraday windows with more revision-related tweets. This was especially notable for tweets with more user engagement and those posted by more influential authors.
Wed, 10/15/2025

Five Questions with Kaushik Gala

In our Five Question series, faculty at the University of Kansas School of Business share their insights, experiences and advice for students.
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Wed, 10/15/2025

Five Questions with Kaushik Gala

In our Five Question series, faculty at the University of Kansas School of Business share their insights, experiences and advice for students.
Mon, 10/06/2025

Entrepreneurship program sparks KU student's nonprofit venture, creates leadership opportunities

Junior marketing major Ashton Barker uses KU Business program The Catalyst, Entrepreneurship Club to build passion project.
Wed, 09/17/2025

KU Business faculty experts discuss: Online sports betting

Online sports betting has evolved from a pastime for intense fans into a mainstream, accessible financial activity. Newfound interest in this activity across the U.S. has reshaped how individuals interact with risk, reward and even personal finance. ...

Tue, 09/16/2025

KU School of Business welcomes six research faculty members

Six researchers joined the University of Kansas School of Business at the start of the 2025–26 academic year.
Wed, 09/03/2025

Five Questions with Will Ciconte

In our Five Question series, faculty at the University of Kansas School of Business share their insights, experiences and advice for students.
Tue, 08/19/2025

KU School of Business launches accounting certificate focused on strategic decision-making

Beginning this fall, students earning a Bachelor of Science in Business at the KU School of Business can pursue a new certificate in accounting with a focus on strategic decision-making. ...

Tue, 08/19/2025

KU School of Business introduces new dean

Get to know Jide Wintoki, Henry D. Price Professor and the new dean of the KU School of Business, and learn about his goals for the school.
Wed, 08/13/2025

KU School of Business announces faculty leadership appointments

Ahead of the fall 2025 semester, the school has named faculty leaders to key academic and administrative positions.
Mon, 06/02/2025

MBA capstone courses aid Kansas companies with business solutions

KU MBA students develop and present solutions while gaining an inside look at Kansas’ small businesses function.
Tue, 05/20/2025

Business students mix entrepreneurship, fashion to host KU Fashion Week in Capitol Federal Hall

KU’s Fashion Business Organization hosted its first fashion show in Capitol Federal Hall on April 12th in collaboration with Alpha Couture, a Kansas City fashion and lifestyle group. Ten student designers displayed their collections, modeled by 40 students. ...

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