KU Business blog
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.
Read about The Hub
Blending classroom learning with wellness
From class project to campus opening, Business Leadership Program students helped launch Shake Smart in fall 2025. In partnership with KU Memorial Union and Recreation Services, they researched student needs, developed the concept and supported planning.
Read about the projectUndergraduate program stories
Junior helping build awareness as KU Entrepreneurship Hub construction begins
As the School of Business continues to expand its entrepreneurship programming and construction begins on the KU Entrepreneurship Hub, Overland Park junior Eli Maker is helping KU students across all disciplines discover entrepreneurial opportunities.
KU Business minor turns curiosity into opportunities across disciplines
Coming to KU from the East Coast, senior Catie Borchardt has let curiosity guide her experience beyond a single discipline. With a major in communication studies and minors in business and global and international studies, she uses her diverse academic interests to shape her path toward the world of consulting.
KU Business students named among Undergraduate Research Award recipients for summer and fall 2026
The KU Center for Undergraduate Research & Fellowships gave out $1,000 awards to 20 Jayhawks pursuing mentored research and creative projects across all disciplines.
KU student blends art, business and disability advocacy to expand access
Elizabeth Jane Varelman, a KU Business student, is using art and business to advance disability advocacy. Through a self-designed academic path, metalsmithing work and leadership roles, she focuses on accessibility in higher education and the arts while preparing for law school.
Graduate program stories
Doctoral candidate pairs award-winning research with student-centered teaching
Matt Peterson, a KU School of Business doctoral candidate, has earned national recognition for his accounting research and student-centered teaching. A recipient of multiple awards, including a 2025 FASB Emerging Scholar Award, he pairs industry experience with research focused on improving financial reporting as he prepares to graduate in May 2026.
MBA student makes the most out of her undergraduate, graduate experience
From study abroad to art shows to working as a student ambassador, Kaylin Patterson found opportunities at KU that fulfilled her time as a psychology major with business and Spanish minors. Now, she's furthering her education with the KU School of Business MBA program.
Lawrence native returns home for dual master’s in business administration, business analytics
Banner Williams, decided to go out of state for her undergraduate school. Now she is back in her hometown as a graduate student in the master’s in business administration and business analytics program.
Dual Pharm.D./MBA program shows student the business side of pharmacy
Kelsi Lawson discovers future opportunities with Pharm.D./MBA degrees.
Alumni stories
KU Business alumnus Kasi Ross left public accounting to build a community-focused career in Wichita. After returning home, he launched Haven, a Southern-style restaurant that blends food, connection and mentorship.
Christine Porter, a School of Business accounting doctoral graduate, has used her skills, connections and lessons from KU and beyond in her current role leading Wichita State University’s School of Accountancy. ...
The KU School of Business will recognize John Brandmeyer and Ron Lockton as 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients for their leadership, impact and service.
Research and faculty news
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.
Tue, 09/29/2026
Meet Saetbyeol Kim, an assistant professor of marketing, whose research interests lie in how consumers make decisions related to physical, mental and social well-being. Learn about her background and what advice she has for students.
Business Career Services stories
Meet the KU Business staff: Megan Goff and Jolene Phillips, Finance Area Industry Mentors
Megan Goff and Jolene Phillips serve as the KU School of Business Finance Area Industry Mentors, helping finance and non-finance majors prepare for careers in finance.
Meet the KU Business staff: Stephanie L.H. Schmitz, Business Career Services
Learn more about Stephanie Schmitz, director of Business Career Services, and how to take advantage of the career resources offered by the KU School of Business.
Meet the KU Business staff: Adri Gordey, Business Professional Development Program
Adri Gordey, career advisor senior, joins the School of Business after working with students in grant-funded research and training programs.
Meet the KU Business staff: Natalia Plotnikov, Business Professional Development Program
Natalia Plotnikov, career advisor senior, joins the School of Business after working for more than 10 years in various career advisory roles at KU.
All KU Business blog posts
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.
Thu, 10/01/2026
As the School of Business continues to expand its entrepreneurship programming and construction begins on the KU Entrepreneurship Hub, Overland Park junior Eli Maker is helping KU students across all disciplines discover entrepreneurial opportunities.
Tue, 09/29/2026
Meet Saetbyeol Kim, an assistant professor of marketing, whose research interests lie in how consumers make decisions related to physical, mental and social well-being. Learn about her background and what advice she has for students.
Wed, 09/23/2026
Meet Jun Park, assistant professor in the Management and Entrepreneurship academic area, as he shares his passion for understanding how reputation, leadership and public perception shape organizations. In this Q&A, Park discusses his research interests, what he loves about being a Jayhawk, the advice he'd give his younger self and the book he believes every student should read.
Mon, 09/21/2026
Megan Goff and Jolene Phillips serve as the KU School of Business Finance Area Industry Mentors, helping finance and non-finance majors prepare for careers in finance.
Thu, 09/03/2026
Coming to KU from the East Coast, senior Catie Borchardt has let curiosity guide her experience beyond a single discipline. With a major in communication studies and minors in business and global and international studies, she uses her diverse academic interests to shape her path toward the world of consulting.
Wed, 05/13/2026
Matt Peterson, a KU School of Business doctoral candidate, has earned national recognition for his accounting research and student-centered teaching. A recipient of multiple awards, including a 2025 FASB Emerging Scholar Award, he pairs industry experience with research focused on improving financial reporting as he prepares to graduate in May 2026.
Tue, 05/12/2026
KU School of Business assistant professor Kaushik Gala examines what defines star performers and why a small share of individuals or teams often drives most organizational output.
Mon, 05/11/2026
Elizabeth Jane Varelman, a KU Business student, is using art and business to advance disability advocacy. Through a self-designed academic path, metalsmithing work and leadership roles, she focuses on accessibility in higher education and the arts while preparing for law school.
Thu, 05/07/2026
Business Leadership Program students helped bring Shake Smart to campus through a yearlong project focused on student wellness. Working with KU Memorial Unions and Recreation Services, the team researched student needs, pitched the idea, and supported planning for the new dining option at the recreation center.