In the May 2026 episode of Simon Says, Dean Simon Sheather highlights some of the biggest recent moments at the University of Kentucky Gatton College of Business and Economics, including Spring 2026 Commencement, faculty and staff awards, student competition wins, the launch of the Blue Means Business Conference, study abroad departures and more. This month’s episode also celebrates major milestones, including retirement recognitions and standout accomplishments from students, faculty and staff across the college.
The Gatton College of Business and Economics is pleased to recognize the 2,285 students, including certificate students, who earned a place on the Spring 2026 Dean’s List.
Dean’s List recognition reflects a high level of academic achievement and honors the commitment, consistency and effort students demonstrated throughout the semester. To qualify, students must complete at least 12 credit hours, earn a semester grade point average of 3.60 or higher and receive no incomplete grades.
We are proud to celebrate the students listed below for this accomplishment.
Tonie Morgan, a student in the University of Kentucky’s Gatton College of Business and Economics, was selected in the 2026 WNBA Draft. Morgan, who is pursuing a Master of Science in Marketing (MSM) at Gatton, was selected by the Chicago Sky with the No. 32 overall pick.
This month, it’s all about the Blue Carpet at the Hall of Fame and Centennial Celebration! Join Dean Sheather as he talks to some big bags of chips on the blue carpet, highlights this year’s Dean’s Award for Excellence winners, makes a historic announcement for the college, and wraps up the centennial celebrations!
Read more about The Bill Gatton Foundation's new matching gift: https://gatton.uky.edu/news/bill-gatton-foundation-announces-matching-challenge-support-college-expansion-project
Watch Keith's video: https://gatton.uky.edu/people/keith-carlson
