At a Glance: June 22, 2026
Announcements
Apply Today for the Fall 2026 Immersion
The application for the Fall 2026 Austin Hybrid Immersion is open! This innovative immersion format combines virtual and in-person components, providing greater flexibility in both cost and scheduling. The virtual part of the immersion will be spent preparing for the consulting project with your group. For the in-person portion, present your consulting project with a local company, explore local business practices and culture, and connect with fellow iDegree learners. The immersion application will now honor a more holistic review. In addition to the deposit, applicants will be asked to share how the experience will support their education and or professional goals. Visit our calendar page for full details on the Fall 2026 hybrid immersion, including the application, deadline, and trip itinerary.
WE26: Conference for Women in Engineering and Technology
The Society of Women Engineers’ Annual Conference (WE26) will be held November 5 - 7, 2026, in Boston. This year’s theme, Radiate Change, brings together innovators and leaders from around the world for three days of networking, professional development workshops, and career insights.
Whether you’re beginning your engineering journey or advancing in your career, WE26 is an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow while building a global community of support and belonging. Visit the WE26 conference web page for registration and detailed information. If you have questions about the conference, please contact conferencemanager@swe.org.
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Gies News
PODCAST: Business Leader and Gies Business Namesake Larry Gies
In this episode of The Gies Download, Gies College of Business benefactor and Madison Industries founder Larry Gies discusses leadership, philanthropy, innovation, and the future of business education. Gies shares his perspective on expanding access to education, the role of athletics in strengthening universities, lessons learned from taking a company public, and why embracing change, especially AI, is essential for educators and business leaders alike. Listen to this episode of the podcast here.
This Week at Gies
Use the Event Calendar for information on upcoming events, such as iConverge and iDegree Convocation, as well as academic dates and deadlines for the semester. Click event titles below for details on the events happening this week.
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