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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. ...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mon, 05/05/2025

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

Thu, 02/20/2025

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.

Wed, 02/19/2025

Master of Accounting student rounds out KU experience as Self Memorial Scholar

Ava Lemon takes full advantage of opportunities presented by KU School of Business, Self Scholarship

Thu, 11/14/2024

MAcc program gives student athlete opportunities for new experiences

Graduate student Caroline Bien uses last year of eligibility to build connections, study abroad

Tue, 11/12/2024

KU graduate finds successful path shaped by internships and networking

Eddie Cubit thought he would work in sales after graduating from the KU School of Business after working a sales position selling insurance for State Farm in high school and college. ...

Tue, 05/07/2024

MAcc student, athlete seeks success in the classroom and on the track

Chandler Gibbens does not have a favorite traditional KU memory. But as a track and cross-country athlete, there is one that stands out. In 2023, at the Stanford Invitational Track and Field competition, he broke the men’s 5K record and earned a personal record with a time of 13:28.71. Gibbens...

Mon, 04/22/2024

Doctoral student follows in family’s educational footsteps

Ryan Clark grew up in a family of educators. It was that early foundation and understanding of education that would eventually pave the way for Clark to earn his doctoral degree in finance and continue in the family tradition of education. ...

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