It’s time to wrap up 2025 — Gatton style.
In this festive year-end episode of Simon Says, Dean Simon brings you the final headlines of the semester (live from the “North Pole”), celebrates student achievements, and reflects on another standout year at the Gatton College of Business and Economics.
In this episode:
A look ahead to two major events coming in 2026: the Economic Outlook Conference and the Supply Chain Forum
Where did you grow up, and what led you to choose the University of Kentucky?
Where did you grow up? Where did you go to college and what did you major in?
The Gatton College of Business and Economics once again made a strong showing on the global stage as three University of Kentucky students competed at the 2025 Microsoft Excel World Collegiate Challenge in Las Vegas, Nevada. The team earned an impressive fifth-place finish, continuing Gatton’s growing reputation in this competition.
Recently, our MS in Supply Chain Management students had the chance to apply what they’re learning in the classroom to real industry scenarios with Valvoline Global Operations. Their story highlights exactly why real-world engagement is such an important part of the Gatton experience.
The Gatton College of Business and Economics proudly recognizes Olivia N. Davis, CPA, DBA and Tayshawn Juantez Gooch as the college’s 2025 recipients of the University of Kentucky Alumni Association’s Lyman T. Johnson Awards.
From hauntingly relatable student “horrors” (dead laptop batteries, locked coffee shops, and late-night due dates) to the thrills of our recent sales competition and a sneak peek at Gatton’s 100th birthday celebration, this month’s episode is full of tricks, treats, and laughs.
Faculty and alumni from the University of Kentucky have recently co-authored two national publications addressing timely questions in economics education: how the discipline’s core courses adapt to student needs, and how social media shapes classroom engagement.
