The Gatton College of Business and Economics is taking a proactive, people-first approach to artificial intelligence, integrating AI across teaching, research and operations to prepare students, faculty and staff for a rapidly changing business landscape.
The Economics of Altruism course uses a “learning by giving” model that combines economic reasoning, service learning and philanthropy. This fall, a cohort of 23 students partnered with five nonprofits, developed comprehensive analyses tailored to each organization’s work, and ultimately selected Camp Hero as the top grant recipient, with the other organizations also receiving grant funds.
A team of Gatton College of Business and Economics students earned first place at the inaugural Finance Pitch Cup, a competitive mergers and acquisitions (M&A) pitch event designed to give students real-world exposure to investment banking and corporate finance.
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?
