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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Another Spring Luncheon in the books 🌷 Each year, we are thrilled to spend the day talking about all the amazing things we have going on at Gies Business. Thank you to all who helped make it a successful event! #GiesBusiness #WeAreGIES #SpringLuncheon2025
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
From auditor to academic changemaker, Isaac Yamoah is leading with purpose. The Gies PhD student was just named a Deloitte Foundation Fellow, one of only 10 in the U.S., and he’s earning major props for his research & teaching. Read more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/04...
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Desiring to be an agent of change, PhD student Yamoah is making his mark
Yamoah earned a $25,000 Deloitte Foundation Fellowship, which is given to 10 top accounting PhD candidates in the country and is intended to strengthen the pipeline of the accounting faculty.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Discover how culture shapes branding in a new textbook by Gies professors Carlos Torelli and Maria Rodas. “Globally Minded Marketing” offers a modern approach to reaching diverse cultures, both locally and globally. Learn more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/04...
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Globally minded marketing textbook offers modern approach to reaching cultures
Gies professors Carlos Torelli and Maria Rodas lay out a roadmap on how 21st century businesses can successfully market to subcultures within the United States, as well as to consumers in foreign mark...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 16/04/2025
What if your professor introduced you to a chatbot executive? 🤖 At Gies, students interview “Cleo,” a chatbot created by prof. Douglas Laney, to learn how real companies govern & monetize data without needing real company data. Read more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/04... #GiesBusiness
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How a Gies Business chatbot is transforming learning and winning awards
Professor Douglas Laney developed Cleo, an AI-powered chatbot designed to help students learn data strategy and business analytics through interactive simulations. This innovative tool has earned inte...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Join us TOMORROW, April 16 from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm in the Lincoln International Atrium for a special sendoff as we honor our graduating seniors. ✔️ To receive your senior gift, complete the Illini Success survey and bring your email confirmation! illinisuccess.illinois.edu/about-us/sha...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Gies is ranked #3 in Academic Experience by Poets&Quants! 🎉 We’re proud to deliver a learner experience that’s innovative, inclusive, and impactful. Read more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/04... #GiesBusiness #PoetsAndQuants #PurposefulLeadership
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Remember when the Houston Astros cheated, and it didn't even help them win? In our latest Research Reverb podcast, two Gies professors explain why the Astros’ cheating didn’t improve their performance. Sometimes the shortcut isn't worth it. Find out why at the link in our bio 🎧
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Gies professor Sarah Lim explored emerging research on user trust in AI. One key finding? Being evaluated by AI in HR processes feels “dehumanizing” to many candidates. giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/03... #GiesBusiness #WeAreGIES #BusinessResearch #AI #TrustInTech #FutureOfWork
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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.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
We got the receipts just in time for tax day: US News & World Report has released its latest graduate business school rankings, and Gies Business is ranked as the #3 business school for graduate accounting. 🧾 Read more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/04...
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Gies graduate accounting ranked #3 by US News & World Report
Gies Business has been at the forefront of accountancy education for more than 100 years. As one of the nation’s first accountancy programs, Gies boasts a proud history of innovation, advocacy, and ex...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
The future of learning is here! With AI-powered classrooms, video production studios, and advanced online learning tools, Wymer Hall is designed to enhance access and engagement for all students. Read more at the link in our bio 🔗 #GiesBusiness #WeAreGIES #BusinessEducation #OnlineLearning
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
Celebrate the start of spring by making flower bouquets at the “Spring has sprung” event, hosted by Pride at Gies, the LGBTQ+ student affinity group. All Gies Business undergraduates are welcome to attend – you don’t need to be a current Pride at Gies member.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Gies ranked a Top 5 Public Business School by @PoetsAndQuants for 2025 ✨ 💼 Read more here: poetsandquantsforundergrads.com/news/best-un...
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Poets&Quants’ Best Undergraduate Business Schools Of 2025
The Wharton School again claims the top prize, while Cornell's Dyson School jumps to No. 2 for its highest-ever placement in our ranking.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
Join us on March 28 from 4:30 pm - 6:30pm for The Hoeft T&M Hallene Lecture - Innovate for Impact! 🦾 This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss! RSVP here today: giesgroups.illinois.edu/TandM/rsvp_b...
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Hallene Lecture: Aadeel Akhtar, PhD, CEO and Founder of PSYONIC - The Hoeft Technology and Management Program
2025 Hallene Lecture Innovate for Impact featuring Aadeel Akhtar, PhD "Advances in Bionic Limbs for Humans and Robots" Presented by The Hoeft Technology and Management Program Get ready fo...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
New Gies Business research shows how employee identity within divisions influences effort and performance. Understanding this could help boost engagement and results. 💼 Read more here: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/03...
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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...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
📈 Explore the Derivatives and Trading Academy (DTA) at Gies Business! Student Louie Martinez shares how DTA helps members build trading skills, gain hands-on experience, and connect with industry pros. Learn more at the link in our bio! youtu.be/hD3tCeRx5oo
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
At Gies Business, we’re empowering women in finance with the Women in Finance Academy, offering purpose-driven curricula & networking opportunities. As Julia Hart, EdD, says, “Symposiums & conferences for women in finance are skyrocketing!” Read more at the link in our bio 👉🔗
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 09/03/2025
Only 2 weeks left to apply for Senior 100 Honorary! 🎓✨ This prestigious award recognizes outstanding seniors for leadership, service & campus impact. Don’t miss your chance - apply today through the link in our bio! 🔗
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Help us celebrate Orange & Blue Week by supporting the Gies College of Business Access Fund. Last fall, we welcomed 661 new undergraduate students, with 140 receiving scholarships. 💙 Check the link in our bio to donate today 👉🔗
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Signing Day 2025 is well underway! We are having a blast celebrating Gies students declaring their majors. 🧡 GO GIES! 💙 #GiesBusiness #WeAreGIES #SigningDay2025
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Mark Wolters’ dynamic teaching blends marketing, travel, & real-world experience, earning him top honors! 🏆 This year, he won the SMA Distinguished Teacher Award & Illinois’ Student Success Impact Award. giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/02...
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Gies News
Stay up to date on Gies College of Business. You can find recent news including alumni news, awards, and updates. Browse through the news catalog here!
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Students from the Hoeft T&M Program took their ideas to the global stage! 🌍 At the International Business Plan Competition in Austin, they tackled transportation challenges & visited NASA, Tesla, and more. 🔗 Read more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/02...
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Hoeft T&M Program cultivating interdisciplinary problem-solvers
The Hoeft T&M Program empowers graduates from Gies Business and Grainger Engineering to excel in multi-functional roles, such as project or product managers. It equips them to speak the language of th...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
Help us celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by attending this exciting campus event: “12 Women Who Changed the World: Untold Stories," March 5, 3:30-5:00 pm, at Levis Faculty Center. Our very own Dean Elliott will be a featured speaker! Link in bio 🔗
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Gies professor @unnati.bsky.social found that a $1.08 million app outage reduced in-store shopping, emphasizing mobile apps' role in retail product search. Learn more: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/02/19/study--retail-app-outage-has-surprising-impact-on-in-store-shopping-and-customer-behavior
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 👔 Professional apparel for Gies students. 🔸High quality professional attire 🔹Ships within 5-7 days and delivered to your door 🔸Clothes can be kept for up to a month 🔹$57 per box Learn more: myhyde.com/gies-college...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Happy Ramadan to all who celebrate! May your month be filled with warmth and light ✨
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Join us for 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫, 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝, a free virtual conference hosted by Gies Graduate Programs on March 6-7, 2025! This event offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Register: lnkd.in/gFqx4bvg
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Throwing it back to past Gies Signing Days ✍ Signing Day will be held Thursday, March 6, from 12:00-2:30 pm in BIF. Larry Gies is our special guest at this year’s event. Signing Day celebrates Gies Business undergraduates as they officially declare their major.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
“Ask yourself whether you believe you’re truly prepared to enter the job market, or would you benefit from another boost in your skills,” said Brian Meehan, graduating with an MSM degree this spring after earning a bachelor’s degree in communications. poetsandquants.com/2025/02/17/g...
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Gies Master’s In Management: Advance Your Career Opportunities In Nine Months
Gies Master's in Management is a dynamic pathway for students to learn in-demand business skills that complement their undergraduate studies.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Don't miss the Gies Business Spring Luncheon on April 29, 2025 in Chicago! The Gies Business Alumni Association and Gies College of Business are looking forward to hosting the 2025 Spring Luncheon. Details: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/spring-luncheon.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
Let’s go, Illini! #BeatIowa
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
Won’t be much longer ☀️🌸
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 Illinois vs. Michigan 🏀 March 2 at 2:30 pm Bring your friends and family and celebrate the Illini and reconnect with other Gies Alumni, details below. Register: forms.illinois.edu/sec/1891613541
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐲 March 6, 12-2:30pm | BIF Larry Gies is our special guest at this year’s event. Signing Day celebrates Gies Business undergraduates as they officially declare their major.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Gies Business alum Brian Campbell cashed in on a huge break Sunday when his tee shot in a playoff bounced out of the trees and back into play, leading to a birdie on the second extra hole to win the Mexico Open over Aldrich Potgieter. apnews.com/article/bria...
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Brian Campbell cashes in on a big break and wins Mexico Open for first PGA Tour title
Brian Campbell played well enough to win the Mexico Open for his first PGA Tour victory. He also needed the break of a lifetime.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
As a working mom, Angela Howe chose Gies' iMBA program for its flexibility. She enhanced her business acumen and problem-solving skills, successfully transitioning into a new revenue strategy role. Discover her inspiring journey: lnkd.in/ggr2UjGm
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Senior 100 Honorary honors the most outstanding graduating seniors. This event recognizes not only the most successful students academically, but more heavily focuses on campus involvement and service. Apply today: forms.gle/BVCWTe3GKqU4...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫, 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝 Free virtual conference | March 6-7, 2025 This event offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow through 8 insightful sessions. Register: lnkd.in/gFqx4bvg
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Hear from Gies Business professors Vishal Sachdev and Abhijeet Ghoshal as they discuss: "Quantum Leap or Quantum Hype? Decoding the Business Impact of Quantum Computing." linkedin.com/events/72984...
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Quantum Leap or Quantum Hype? Decoding the Impact of Quantum Computing | LinkedIn
Join us for a live event exploring the cutting-edge world of quantum computing and its implications for business. In this 30-minute discussion, we'll examine recent breakthroughs, including Microsoft'...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Isaac Yamoah, PhD candidate in Accountancy, has been named a 2025 Deloitte Foundation Doctoral Fellow, a prestigious honor awarded to top accounting doctoral students since 1956. Only up to 10 doctoral students each year are selected to receive this recognition! Congratulations, Isaac!
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Last week, we celebrated love, acceptance, self-expression, allyship, and empowerment at our “Love is Love” event. The event was hosted by the LGBTQ+ and Allies at Gies faculty and staff affinity group and the Pride at Gies undergrad student affinity group ♥️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
"Personally and professionally, Gies iMBA has been transformative. The flexibility has allowed me to balance my career, family, and studies, while broadening my perspective thru diverse interactions with peers from around the world," Jakob Wiig. More: www.facebook.com/share/p/1Eex...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Don't miss the Gies Business Spring Luncheon on April 29, 2025 in Chicago! The Gies Business Alumni Association and Gies College of Business are looking forward to hosting the 2025 Spring Luncheon. Details: giesbusiness.illinois.edu/spring-luncheon.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
3️⃣5️⃣4️⃣ That's the number of buildings in the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign District, 3.6 square miles (2,295 acres)! Schedule a campus visit, or check it out from the comfort of your phone or computer: illinois.edu/about/tours..... Find your home at Illinois 🧡
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐢𝐞𝐬 👔 Professional apparel for Gies Business students: 🔸High quality professional attire 🔹Ships within 5-7 days and delivered to your door 🔸Clothes can be kept for up to a month 🔹$57 per box More: myhyde.com/gies-college...
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The University of Illinois System @uofilsystem.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
A dynamic discussion, hosted by the University of Illinois System and @crainschicago.bsky.social, showcased the many ways collaboration among private, public, and government sectors positions our state as a thriving hub of opportunity and prosperity for all. 🤝📈 Read and watch: ow.ly/sXW150V24xq
people are sitting at a conference table with papers on it, while two video cameras are set up in the background along with a computer screen on the ball wall
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Central to Gies' approach is a "faculty-first" philosophy. Dean Elliott stressed the importance of equipping faculty with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively integrate AI into their teaching. giesbusiness.illinois.edu/news/2025/02...
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Gies Business charting course through AI’s “Wild West” in business education
In a presentation to fellow business deans at the 2025 AACSB Deans Conference, Brooke Elliott emphasized innovation, collaboration, and a focus on core educational values.
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
Gies Employer Showcase 💼 February 19 & 20 will feature companies wishing to network with 1st- and 2nd-year students. This will be an opportunity for students to develop relationships with companies for future recruitment opportunities. Details: giesgroups.illinois.edu/bcs/rsvp_boo...
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 17/02/2025
𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐢𝐬 ✅ Congrats to our newly admitted Gies Business students! We’re thrilled to have you join our vibrant community. Here's everything you need to know about your admission: www.admissions.illinois.edu/faq/admitted... #WeAreGIES
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Gies College of Business @giesbusiness.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓥𝓪𝓵𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓮'𝓼 𝓓𝓪𝔂 💖 It was a love of reading that led LAS alum Jean Sklansky ’72 to English. For Gies Business alum Steve Kaplan ’72, it was his interest in Jean. More: english.illinois.edu/news/2025-02...
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To last a lifetime: A love of reading and giving back leads campus couple to support the next generation of writers. | Department of English | Illinois
It was a love of reading that led Jean Sklansky (BA, ’72, teaching of English) to English. For Steve Kaplan (BS, ’72, business), it was his interest in Jean.
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