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
Big congratulations to Gatton’s Excel Financial Modeling Team, who finished 5th in the world at the Microsoft Excel World Collegiate Competition in Las Vegas
A spotlight on student success beyond the classroom, including a Finance Pitch Cup win with the support of Gatton alumnus Keith Carlson
Highlights from our student holiday celebration, complete with hot chocolate, cookies, a photo booth — and a finals-week visit from Dean Simon
A festive twist on an end-of-year favorite with Simon Says: Wrapped, plus a holiday gift-wrapping challenge you won’t want to miss
A playful Gatton take on the “12 Days of Christmas” to close out the year
As always, Simon Says brings together the moments, milestones, and people that make Gatton such a special place — with a little humor along the way.
Thanks for an incredible 2025. We’ll see you in the new year.
Happy holidays, Go Cats, and see you in 2026!
