Articles from June 2026

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Tippie College of Business taps The AI Lab founder Ryan Kurt to advance AI-enabled education

Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Ryan Kurt will work with faculty to integrate AI tools and topics across the college’s curriculum, contribute to the design of new AI-focused courses and programs, and lead workshops on AI-enabled teaching.
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In a guarded workplace, how do you get employees to speak up?

Sunday, June 28, 2026
Leaders must let employees know their voices are heard if they want to get them to share, says Tippie professor Daniel Newton.
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Tippie researcher named to prestigious Amazon Scholar program

Thursday, June 25, 2026
Emily Campion, associate professor of management and entrepreneurship, has been selected to join Amazon’s prestigious scholarly research program designed to tackle some of the world’s toughest high-impact tech challenges faced by businesses.
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When a state legalizes medical marijuana, business growth often follows

Tuesday, June 23, 2026
A new study from the Tippie College of Business suggests businesses do better in states that legalize medicinal marijuana.
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When insider trading is OK

Monday, June 22, 2026
Unlike most markets, insider trading isn’t always a bad thing on a prediction market.
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You can't afford to have FOMO this summer

Friday, June 19, 2026
Tippie professor Michele Williams says "staycations" appear to be on the rise for the summer vacation season.
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Talent war: The winning playbook for CHROs in 2026

Thursday, June 18, 2026
Employers looking to bring in the best Gen-Z recruits need to understand what motivates them, says Vaughn Institute of Risk Management & Insurance Director Jim Lewis.
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Board of Regents gives go ahead to Pappajohn Business Building expansion

Tuesday, June 16, 2026
The Iowa Board of Regents on Tuesday gave final approval to a plan that creates a larger home for the Tippie College of Business.

How companies can keep their CFOs

Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Tippie assitant professor Adrienne Rhodes said research shows having a strong chief accounting officer can take pressure off CFOs and reduce turnover.
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Tariffs update: How they’re impacting consumer prices and expert-approved saving tips

Thursday, June 4, 2026
Tippie economics professor Anne Villamil says firms are losing the ability to avoid passing on increased prices to consumers.