Gies News Articles
Jul 22
IBC student team redesigns Cannabis DEI dashboard, unlocking deeper insights
Gies professor Justin Leiby is overseeing the project, working with IBC students to redesign a dashboard to make it easier to analyze complex information related to diversity, equity and inclusion and social justice regulatory policies.
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Jul 09
Elliott named 11th dean of Gies College of Business
Dr. W. Brooke Elliott has been selected as dean of Gies College of Business and the Josef and Margot Lakonishok Professor in Business, pending approval by the Board of Trustees.
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Jul 01
Ahsen wins Young Researcher Award for blending business, tech to improve mammogram screenings
Professor Eren Ahsen’s research fuses the power of business, healthcare, and technology to develop applications that alleviate patient anxiety during mammograms and address disparities in access to these screenings.
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Jun 04
Why this film industry professional pursued a Gies MBA
Just one semester into the iMBA, Ines Weitgasser has already connected with several of her peers located around the world—a major benefit for someone who once chose her first career to work with uniquely talented people.
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Jun 03
Twelve Gies faculty earn promotions for 2024
Promotion is a recognition of these faculty members’ ongoing dedication and productivity in the classroom and in the research field. Their efforts in these dual missions of the College elevate the reputation of Gies.
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May 29
Adapting the curriculum for the future of business
Business schools are facing pressure to adapt to a rapidly changing business environment marked by technological advancements, globalization, and emerging high-growth industries. This requires us to take a critical look at how and what we teach.
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May 24
From Biology To Business: Charting a new course at Gies College of Business
Master’s in business analytics alum transitions from an undergraduate degree in integrative biology to making waves in the world of business analytics.
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May 20
Ybarra explores how communion and agency impact loneliness in the workplace
Research coauthored by Gies College of Business Professor Oscar Ybarra presents evidence that the concept of loneliness may be more complex than previously assumed.
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May 15
Alum shares ROI story from his Gies online MBA
Gies iMBA alumnus Rory Camangian recently was promoted from lead product marketing manager to principal of business strategy of AT&T Mass Markets’ Generative AI team.
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May 13
Pairing Your Passion: From devoted fan to part of the team
Gies College of Business Master of Science in Management alum Jonathan Starks made the leap into the world of sports marketing as an Integrated Marketing Associate for the Chicago Bulls.
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May 10
Gies students shine in 2024 Business Sustainability Case Competition
The competition focused on mapping the sustainability activities at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and competing teams from all over campus created data visualizations showcasing the university’s achievements in the sustainability area.
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May 06
Implementing AI technology in business education
Gies' Chief Disruption Officer Robert Brunner shares his approach to adopting artificial intelligence and illustrates how the College is embracing new technologies and preparing students for what they will encounter in their future careers.