News Articles
Apr 03
Dean Brooke Elliott talks leadership, purpose on WealthTech on Deck podcast
Gies College of Business Dean Brooke Elliott discussed the College's commitment to "Business on Purpose" and how it's shaping the future of business education in a recent appearance on the WealthTech on Deck podcast.
Apr 02
Gies Business ranked #5 public business school by Poets&Quants
Gies Business was ranked #5 among public business schools (#19 overall) and ranked #3 overall in academic experience.
Apr 01
PODCAST: Gies alumnus, accounting pioneer Lester McKeever
In the latest episode of the Gies Download, Gies Business alumnus Lester McKeever (ACCY '55), shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Chicago to becoming one of the first Black CPAs in the United States.
Mar 31
Gies seniors Norwood, Aranda named 2025 Best & Brightest Business Majors
Poets&Quants' list highlights exceptional undergraduate business students who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership skills, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
Mar 31
When it comes to AI, to trust or not to trust, that is the question
Artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding into nearly every field, but skepticism about its recommendations remains. That’s what Gies professor Sarah Lim has found in new research.
Mar 26
Disruption Lab is driving innovation and experiential learning at Gies
By working on projects for real companies, the Disruption Lab encourages growth for students interested in business strategy and technology.
Mar 25
PODCAST: The Surprising Link Between Creativity and Self-Indulgence
In the first episode the Research Reverb podcast, Gies Professor Jack Goncalo suggests that engaging in creative tasks can trigger a "treat-yourself" mentality, leading to indulgent behaviors such as overeating, drinking more alcohol, or skipping workouts.
Mar 20
Wymer Hall advances learning technology for Gies Business
The newest Gies Business building is Steven S. Wymer Hall. With two 80-seat classrooms, four 60-seat classrooms, an auditorium seating 200, and 84 offices for faculty and staff.
Mar 17
Beyond case studies: Gies MSM students tackle real business challenges
Each semester, approximately 85 students, divided into small groups, contribute roughly 6,000 hours to projects with working with firms across industries. Recent client affiliates include AT&T, Bosch, DOT Foods, The Hartford, and Pearson.
Mar 13
The changing face of online education
Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is continually developing online programs that make advanced business education more efficient, flexible, and impactful than ever.
Mar 11
Southwest moves a reaction to changing landscape in airline industry
Southwest Airlines is ending its iconic no-frills boarding system and "Bags Fly Free" policy. Gies professor Ed Rogowski says this will allow Southwest to tap into additional revenue opportunities that its competitors have utilized for years.
Mar 10
Study: Division memberships guide where employees make extra effort
A recent Gies Business study underscores the importance of understanding where employees derive their strongest sense of identity. Do they see themselves more as a member of their specific division or more as a member of the bigger organization?
Mar 05
Calculating the ROI of an MBA in the middle of your career
For mid-career professionals who are already juggling a challenging job with financial obligations and work-life balance, the potential benefits of an MBA may not be immediately apparent. To maximize their ROI, an increasing number of 30-something professionals are choosing a new path to an advanced degree.
Mar 03
Solving the hidden cost of constant connectivity at work
Modern workplaces thrive on collaboration, but that collaboration comes at a hidden cost: relational overload. As teams become increasingly interconnected, employees aren’t just juggling tasks – they’re juggling people.
Feb 27
The Quantum Race: Businesses gear up for a revolution
Quantum computing, a technology once confined to theoretical physics, is rapidly emerging as a potential game-changer for businesses across industries. But what exactly is quantum computing, and how close are we to seeing its practical applications?