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The University of Kansas has achieved its highest overall enrollment in history for the third straight year, according to annual data released Sept. 30.
The researchers' expertise enhances the school’s growing research presence in consumer behavior, digital marketplaces, organizational strategy and leadership, bringing new perspectives to pressing questions facing businesses and society.
New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
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Thu, 10/29/2026
New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
Thu, 10/01/2026
Learn about research from KU Business assistant professor of finance Carina Cuculiza that examines how spousal risk preferences influence risk-taking behaviors of business leaders.
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Techstars, KU Business announce partnership to strengthen Midwest innovation ecosystem
The startup accelerator and investment network Techstars has announced a new three-year partnership with the KU School of Business, marking a major investment in the future of entrepreneurship and founder development across the Jayhawk community and contributing to innovation in Kansas and the Midwest.
Why SpaceX could trade like a meme stock after its blockbuster IPO
In a MarketWatch feature on the forces that could make a future SpaceX IPO trade like a meme stock, KU Business assistant professor of finance Angel Tengulov offers expert insight into investor behavior and modern market dynamics.
University of Kansas expert says more Americans are voting with their dollars
Public radio station KCUR spoke with Jessica Li, Dean's/Frank S. Pinet Professor of Marketing, about how Americans are increasingly choosing where they spend their money based on social and political values.
What happens to audit partners who issue negative internal control opinions?
Research co-authored by Mike Wilkins, Larry D. Horner/KPMG Professor, shows how auditing firms often remove partners who issue adverse internal opinions to preserve the relationship with their clients, as featured by Forbes.
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Wed, 11/04/2026
Twelve KU students, faculty, staff and alumni who were the first in their families to attend college will be honored at the I Am First Too Poster Unveiling Celebration from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Kansas Union Ballroom. The Center for Educational Opportunity Programs hosts the event, which will feature a keynote address by Melissa Peterson.
Mon, 11/02/2026
Jim (Bridges) Huffman, a 2006 KU finance graduate, took an unconventional path from investment banking to entrepreneurship. Now, he’s taking his latest venture, Neat Apparel, to “Shark Tank.”
Thu, 10/29/2026
New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
Wed, 10/28/2026
The 114th University of Kansas Homecoming, sponsored by Central Bank, concluded with a win against Baylor University on Oct. 24. Thirteen Jayhawks were honored with 2026 Homecoming Awards, shining a spotlight on the alumni, students and faculty who embody the very best of Jayhawk pride and tradition.
Wed, 10/21/2026
After working in engineering and logistics, Andy Kwang uses his business education to build and lead companies across Asia.