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Tue, 01/13/2026

Endowed support removes financial barriers for future business leaders

A new KU School of Business endowed scholarship will help business students pursue their education with fewer financial obstacles. ...

Mon, 01/12/2026

Alumni scholarship gifts fuel opportunities for KU professional selling students

Two recent gifts will help students in the Professional Selling Program at the KU School of Business. Matt and Amy Paquette of Manhattan, Kansas, knew they wanted to help KU students have opportunities available that they otherwise wouldn’t be able to access if they had to work after-school jobs to...

Wed, 12/17/2025

KU Business faculty experts discuss: Last-mile delivery, transportation and parking

Recent increases in consumer preference for convenience and online shopping has caused the e-commerce market to grow tremendously in recent years, with the market size expected to reach $1,526.42 billion by 2030, according to a Grandview Research report. ...

Tue, 12/16/2025

Superman’s bygone battle with hate group provides strategy for thwarting modern conspiracy theories

In a new book chapter, Colin McRoberts, associate teaching professor of business at the University of Kansas, traces the story of Superman’s battle with the Ku Klux Klan in a 1946 radio serial and suggests it may provide strategies for thwarting the damage done by conspiracy theories.

Tue, 12/09/2025

ENTR 410 course helps students build entrepreneurial skills, land internships

ENTR 410 Building Entrepreneurship Competency gives students practical tools for problem-solving, self-awareness, networking and for life and working through failure. ...

Tue, 12/09/2025

Patterson Fellows Program empowers KU Business master’s students through leadership and mentorship

During the 2024-2025 academic year, a new program launched, aimed to provide co-curricular leadership development and programming for KU School of Business graduate students. The Patterson Fellows Program recognizes academically talented students in the full-time MBA and Master of Science in Business Analytics programs. ...

Tue, 12/09/2025

Endowed scholarship expands global opportunities for KU Business students

An endowed scholarship at the KU School of Business will provide financial support for studying abroad. Established by 1987 business graduate Lance Luther and his wife, Kelly, the Lance and Kelly Luther Study Abroad Scholarship will help business students with academic merit and financial need while attending international business schools...

Tue, 12/09/2025

Lack of competition leads to more efficient and effective auditing, study finds

In a new working paper, Will Ciconte, assistant professor of finance at the University of Kansas, investigates the relation between audit competition, quality and labor hours, finding that auditors who appear to be operating in less competitive markets are more efficient and more effective.

Fri, 12/05/2025

Graduate student applies background in health care to post-MBA career

Lawrence native John McGrew saw gaps that he couldn't fix within the health care system when he was a nurse. Felling a calling to get his MBA, he will graduate in fall 2025 and take his skills to a new industry.

Thu, 12/04/2025

KU Business student maximizes experience to graduate in five semesters

Lexi Kossmann knew from the start she wanted to be a Jayhawk, and by planning ahead and getting involved early, the St. Louis native completed her bachelor’s degree requirements in finance in just five semesters. ...

Mon, 12/01/2025

Five Questions with Lindsey Yonish

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

Mon, 11/24/2025

Self Memorial Scholarship fuels professional growth for KU Master of Accounting students

KU Master of Accounting students Donna Kraja and Christopher Raithel are two KU Business students currently benefiting from the merit-based scholarship, which provides $10,000 for tuition, $1,000 for professional development and access to a network of fellow scholars from various disciplines.

Mon, 11/24/2025

Strong incentives may lead to even more employee burnout, research finds

In a new article, Rob Waiser, an assistant professor of marketing at the University of Kansas, examines how firms should account for effects like fatigue and burnout when designing incentive compensation for their employees.

Mon, 11/24/2025

KU Business hosts first Keeler Professor for interdisciplinary research rethinking workplace wellbeing

The KU School of Business is hosting Meredith Bagwell-Gray, Keeler Professorship recipient, for an interdisciplinary research project with Elizabeth Embry about trauma-informed workplaces. Supported by the professorship and Embry’s New Faculty Research Development Award, the collaboration advances innovative approaches to employee well-being and reflects KU’s commitment to cross-disciplinary scholarship.

Fri, 11/21/2025

KU Master of Accounting student's ambition leads to KPMG Global Internship and international mindset

Jolie Hilgedieck, a KU Master of Accounting student, has turned her leadership and curiosity into global opportunities. From studying abroad in Italy, to earning a spot in the competitive KPMG Global Internship Program in Australia, she’s breaking stereotypes about accounting while building a career that blends technical expertise with a people-centered approach.

Wed, 11/19/2025

KU Business student finds intersection of tech, business with dual master's degrees

Trent Gould leverages computer science roots and leadership experience to pursue dual master’s degrees in business administration, business analytics.

Tue, 11/18/2025

Capitol Federal Foundation names KU Business banking certificate program

A gift from the Capitol Federal Foundation of Topeka will name the University of Kansas School of Business’ newly launched certificate program to the True Blue Certificate in Banking

Tue, 11/18/2025

KU Business faculty experts discuss: Remote work

Patrick Downes, associate professor of management, draws on his past research in group and organizational management and work environments to discuss future implications of the topic.

Fri, 11/14/2025

Fulbright Scholar leverages KU Business master's program for data-focused future

Master student Eileen Bluemel applies skills from MSBA program to shape future in data analytics.

Wed, 11/12/2025

KU students tackle ethical AI use in education through School of Business’ inaugural Kirkendall Awards Ideation Challenge

The KU School of Business hosted the finale of the inaugural Kirkendall Awards Ideation Challenge, a 10-week interdisciplinary competition that invited students from engineering, business, industrial design and STEM majors to explore how artificial intelligence can be ethically integrated into education.

Tue, 11/11/2025

KU Business professor named to U.S. State Department Foreign Service board

KU Professor Jill Ellingson was recently appointed to the U.S. State Department Board of Examiners for Foreign Service.

Fri, 11/07/2025

KU Business student forges path as first-generation student

Senior marketing major Jennell Coria expands career, campus involvement options through KU School of Business school engagement, mentorship

Thu, 11/06/2025

Business Jayhawks named among KU Alumni's 2025 Homecoming award winners

Eight Jayhawks were honored with 2025 Homecoming Awards at the KU football game Nov. 1. Each award shines a spotlight on the alumni, students and faculty who embody the very best of Jayhawk pride and tradition.

Tue, 11/04/2025

Five Questions with Carina Cuculiza

Carina Cuculiza is an assistant professor of finance at the KU School of Business. Her research focuses on household finance and incorporates aspects of behavioral finance, such as social, cultural and psychological factors. ...

Thu, 10/30/2025

KU Business faculty experts discuss: Trauma-informed care in the workplace

Meredith Bagwell-Gray, Ph.D., LMSW, associate professor at the KU School of Social Welfare and visiting professor in the School of Business for the fall 2025 semester, is collaborating with Beth Embry, assistant professor of entrepreneurship at KU Business, to bring trauma-informed care principles into broader workplace settings.

Wed, 10/29/2025

KU professor’s lifetime contributions to academic sales research earn American Marketing Association recognition

Murali K. Mantrala, Ned Fleming Professor of Marketing, has been named the 2026 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award from the AMA's Selling and Sales Management Special Interest Group.

Mon, 10/27/2025

Choosing an MBA program? Explore what KU has to offer

Whether you're interested in moving into a leadership role, increasing your earning potential, changing industries, or launching or growing your own business, a KU MBA can help you reach your professional potential.

Thu, 10/23/2025

KU Business student builds college experience beyond academics

Junior accounting major Amelia Knopp gives back to the KU community through the KU Blood Drive, University Scholars Program

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.

Fri, 10/17/2025

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.

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