Gies News Articles
Oct 08
Morris helping students see finance through a practitioner’s lens
Professor Matthew Morris is especially excited to bring his expertise in impact investing to Gies Business, where he’ll contribute to a faculty known for bridging academic theory and industry practice.
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Oct 02
The Pollution Shell Game
In an age where companies are eager to prove their environmental credibility, some are divesting "dirty assets" like plants that produce pollution. But what if that celebrated practice isn't actually addressing environmental harms? Where does industrial pollution go when companies divest?

Sep 30
From Banking to Barbecue: Exploring risk management from two different worlds
After nearly two decades in global banking and risk management, Tonny Thomas is now an entrepreneur and a passionate educator. Thomas teaches risk management and leadership at Gies Business, aiming to equip students with real-world skills and a sense of purpose.

Sep 23
Gies Business ranked as #6 public business school, #12 overall by US News
Gies Business is ranked #12 in the nation and #6 among all public business school in the latest undergraduate rankings by U.S. News & World Report, continuing Gies Business’ longstanding legacy of ranking in the Top 20 of all business schools and Top 10 among public schools.

Sep 22
Flourishing or Languishing? What Gies Experts Say About Workplace Well-Being
A 2025 Workplace Well-Being Report from Gies College of Business found a divide in the American workforce: 57% of employees report that they're languishing at work, while only 43% are flourishing.

Sep 17
Quane bringing a world of experience to risk management
After a successful global career in insurance, University of Illinois alum Bob Quane is now returning to his roots—bringing his real-world expertise back to campus as a professor at Gies College of Business.

Sep 15
For Gies alumna Marla Dickerson, the facts add up to a Pulitzer Prize
Now an enterprise editor at the news agency Reuters, Gies finance alum Marla Dickerson and her team were recognized with the 2025 Pulitzer Prize for Investigative Reporting.

Sep 12
How two Gies professors’ unconventional journeys shape ‘Crafting Your Purpose’ capstone course
The undergraduate capstone course BUS 401: Crafting Your Purpose in Business showcases the thoughtful and inspiring teaching styles of Gies Business professors Sandra Corredor and Heather Swenddal.

Sep 11
Gies Business adds growing influencer in macrofinance
An authority in macrofinance and banking, Andres Sarto joins Gies Business after stops at NYU Stern and Chicago Booth.

Sep 10
Gies Business launches new program to strengthen student success
Business Pathways Academy promotes critical skill building to help learners thrive in their foundational studies, transition to upper-level coursework successfully, and hone their leadership styles.

Sep 09
PODCAST: The Surprising Truth Behind Loving your Favorite Food
In our latest episode of Research Reverb, Gies College of Business professor Maria Rodas explains why "love" might just be blinding when it comes to taste.

Sep 04
Access the focus of the 2025 Midwest Healthcare Management Conference
In addition to generating ideas, the conference is designed to serve as a jumping-off point for future partnerships and discussion.