Dr. Lie and the golden age of grift

Professor Erik Lie's new book, "Catching Cheats," shows how he uses data to uncover fraud hiding in plain sight.

Cover Story 

Six minutes in London

During a high-stakes study abroad experience, Tippie students pitched Lloyd’s of London on how to mitigate emerging AI risks in insurance.
Todd Houge posing with a teaching award plaque with Dean Amy Kristof Brown

"Oh captain, my captain!"

Tippie Finance Professor Todd Houge's retirement prompted a cascade of congratulations and remembrances from the students he mentored.
A photo illustration of a hospital corridor with a healthcare worker at the end.

When saving lives is too risky

The hidden force shaping hospital decisions may not be who you think...

The humble influence of Jarjisu "Jay" Sa-Aadu

Professor Sa-Aadu raised the profile and prestige of Tippie's finance department while also helping build the financial infrastructure of Ghana.

Massive scope. Massive impact.

In a career that started with campus ROTC and took him to the Pentagon, retired Col. Vance Stewart helped shepherd billions in critical federal spending.
Jack dreyer pitching for the Dodgers

Pitching in

By the end of the 2025 World Series, rookie Jack Dreyer (BBA21) had thrown four scoreless innings and earned a championship ring.
3P3Q

3 people / 3 questions

Hear from Assistant Professor Fotis Grigoris, WesleyLife CEO Allison Pendroy (MBA10), and Bank OZK’s Chief Risk Officer Arindam Majumdar (MBA10) on who’s inspiring them and more.

Alumni updates

Lura McBride (BBA93) received the Oscar C. Schmidt Iowa Business Leadership Award from the Tippie College of Business. The award, established in 1980, honors Iowa business leaders who demonstrate exceptional, value-driven leadership and significant economic impact on the state. McBride is CEO of Van Meter Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA.

More alumni updates

Portrait of Lura McBride.

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