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iConverge is our annual on-campus networking and professional development event. It is a chance for students to see familiar friends, make new ones and develop professional relationships outside the classroom.

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Graduation

Gies College of Business grants degrees three times a year -- in May, August, and December. You need to submit an application for graduation in your final term in order to place your name on the degree list and receive your diploma.

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PODCAST: The Surprising Link Between Creativity and Self-Indulgence

Mar 25, 2025, 08:00 by Aaron Bennett
In the first episode the Research Reverb podcast, Gies Professor Jack Goncalo suggests that engaging in creative tasks can trigger a "treat-yourself" mentality, leading to indulgent behaviors such as overeating, drinking more alcohol, or skipping workouts.

In the first episode the Research Reverb podcast, Gies Professor Jack Goncalo shares his fascinating research on the link between creativity and indulgence. His study suggests that engaging in creative tasks can trigger a "treat-yourself" mentality, leading to indulgent behaviors such as overeating, drinking more alcohol, or skipping workouts.

Through a series of experiments, he reveals how creative thinking activates the brain's reward system, making people more likely to make unhealthy choices. The episode explores the psychological implications of creativity on decision-making and offers insights for individuals and leaders in creative fields.

Listen on Apple and Spotify - and be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE.