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Stories about the people and programs shaping the University of Kansas School of Business.

Building what's next

A $10M lead gift to the School of Business has jump-started the planning and construction of KU's new hub for entrepreneurial education. The building, which will be located at at 1420 Crescent Road on campus, will serve KU students of all disciplines.

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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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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. ...

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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. ...

A photo of judges, finalist teams, students who helped with the competition and other students involved with the Kirkendall Competition at Capitol Federal Hall

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.

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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

Graduate program stories

A group photo of the first Patterson Fellows cohort.

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. ...

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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.

A photo of KU's 2025-26 cohort of Self Memorial Scholars

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.

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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.

Alumni stories

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. ...

Matt and Amy Paquette (right) with their children Luke, Grace and Zach.

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...

Alumna shares German culture through successful online community

Graduate blends business education and heritage through food blog

Research and faculty news

Tue, 01/20/2026

Five Questions with Jose Pius Nedumkallel

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

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. ...

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Wed, 01/28/2026

$10M lead gift sparks start of KU entrepreneurship hub construction project

Designed to serve students from all academic backgrounds, the new building will provide spaces for experiential education and programming that reflect the school’s and KU’s commitment to hands-on learning.