Announcements

Fall 2026 Ambassador Program Applications Now Open!

Are you passionate about sharing what makes the Gies Online learner experience special? We’re looking for enthusiastic current learners to join our Gies Online Ambassador Program for the Fall 2026 semester!

As an ambassador, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Engage in one-on-one conversations with prospective learners
• Serve as panelists during recruitment webinars
• Participate in office hours
• Host LinkedIn Live sessions
• Create and share quotes and stories for social media posts 

Applications are now open! We’re seeking students who bring a positive, proactive, and professional approach and are eager to grow their leadership and presentation skills. Questions? Email Kate Deering.

Applications are due by July 17 at 11:59 pm CT. Apply here. Fall 2026 Ambassador Program Application

Apply Today for the Hybrid Immersion in Austin

The Fall 2026 Austin Hybrid Immersion has an innovative immersion format which 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, you’ll 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. The deadline to apply for the immersion is Tuesday, June 30. Visit our calendar page for full details on the Fall 2026 hybrid immersion, including the application, deadline, and trip itinerary.

Deadline to Apply to the August 2026 Degree List 

Learners in their final semester of their program this Summer 2026 must submit their application for graduation by Sunday, July 5. Submitting this application will add your name to the August 2026 degree list, allowing you to receive your diploma and have your degree awarded. Learners who graduate in August 2026 are eligible to participate in the December 2026 iDegree Convocation ceremony. Please note that this application does not register you for the convocation ceremony, which is optional and requires its own registration process. 

MBA Veterans Career Conference & Expo

Registration is now open for the 18th annual MBA Veterans Career Conference hosted by MBA Veterans. The Career Conference & Expo will be held in Atlanta, Georgia from October 8 - 9. A virtual career fair will be held on October 16. The career conference includes networking lunches, career panels, and opportunities to meet recruiters and connect with other veteran MBA students. Registration for the virtual career fair is free. This conference is open to those who have served as an officer, NCO, or enlisted member of the US or Non-US military service. To register and to learn more, visit the MBA Veterans website.

University Closed: Independence Day (Observed)

The University will be closed on Friday, July 3 for Independence Day being observed, a US federal holiday commemorating the Declaration of Independence and the establishment of the United States. Please refer to your course syllabi for assignment deadlines and live session schedules. University offices will be closed, and responses via email will be delayed during this time. We look forward to interacting with you on Monday, July 6 when the University reopens.

 Gies Events

 Getting Started With GiesConnect

Wednesday, July 15 | 12:00-12:30 pm CT
Ready to make the most of your Gies experience? Join our Getting Started With GiesConnect webinar to learn how to navigate and use the Learner and Alumni Networking Hub (the Hub) on GiesConnect, powered by InScribe, your central online community for building meaningful connections with fellow learners, alumni, Gies staff, and faculty during your program and beyond.
 
Whether you’re looking to grow your professional network, connect locally, explore industry discussions, or stay updated on upcoming events, GiesConnect brings the entire Gies community together in one place. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to create your profile, join channels and topics, explore new features, stay organized with helpful tips, and start engaging right away. 
 

GiesConnect Webinar Registration

 Gies News

 Unnati Narang Winner of the 2026 Don Lehmann Award

Unnati Narang, instructor for MBA 562 and MBA 564 A, has been named a winner of the 2026 Don Lehmann Award. The Lehmann Award recognizes the best dissertation-based article published in the Journal of Marketing or Journal of Marketing Research. Unnati won the award for her paper, “Cross-Channel Effects of Failure in a Retailer’s Mobile App”, published in Journal of Marketing Research. She will be recognized at the MR SIG reception and award ceremony during the Summer AMA Conference at Denver.Unnati has also been recognized as an outstanding reviewer by Journal of Marketing Research.

 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.

Fall 2026 Hybrid Immersion Application Due    
Tuesday, June 30

University Closed- Independence Day (Observed)   
Friday, July 3

Last Day to Add an Embedded Certificate for Summer 2026 
Sunday, July 5

Deadline to Apply to Graduate via Self-Service
Sunday, July 5

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