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Top left: Alumni and friends sing “Varsity” at the WSB 125th Anniversary Gala. Bottom left: BBA students Sydney Younk, Camryn Itzikman, and Martina Silva brainstorm for the “Idea to Aisle” reverse pitch competition. Right: Business Badgers celebrate after ringing the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange. NYSE does not recommend or endorse any investments, investment strategies, companies, products or services. Photo Credits: Paul L. Newby II and NYSE Group.

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Since 1900, WSB has led the way in business education, constantly evolving to stay relevant and competitive in the ever-changing business landscape. As we enter a new era of AI-driven leadership, we're strengthening our mission to keep #BusinessBadgers on the forefront of their industries. 

By supporting WSB's 125th anniversary campaign now until December 7, you'll catalyze curriculum enhancements and experiential learning opportunities that prioritize AI and other emerging tech. Here are some recent investments that are already preparing students to lead:

✨ WSB's AI Hub for Business, a centralized resource for practical knowledge, industry connections, and academic expertise involving artificial intelligence
🎙️ UNsupervised: AI in Business, a podcast series where professors from different departments discuss how AI is impacting their field
👥 RISE-AI, a campus-wide initiative to upskill AI knowledge and familiarity on the research side by hiring new faculty members

With your support, WSB can create even more opportunities that meet the moment of rapidly changing technology—and keep students on top. Give by December 7! Click the link in our bio. 

#WSB125
A special thank you to everyone who has already supported WSB’s 125th anniversary campaign. Your gift will allow us to expand and enhance our investments in emerging tech, industry partnerships, and experiential learning—helping our students become the transformational change makers of tomorrow. 

Haven't made your gift yet? There's still time! Vallabh "Samba" Sambamurthy, WSB's Albert O. Nicholas Dean, will make a $2,500 gift to our campaign once we reach 125 donors!

Give by December 7 via the link in our bio.

#WSB125
We're celebrating WSB's 125th anniversary and you're invited to join in on the fun! 🎉 

Here's how you can get involved and showcase your WSB pride:

🌎 Raise a glass during WSB's Global Toast on 12/5. RSVP today for a toast near you! https://business.wisc.edu/event/125-global-toast/

📷 Take a photo in your best Badger gear and post to social media using our hashtag #WSB125

🚀 Support the next generation of business leaders by making a gift to WSB's 125th anniversary campaign. Give now! Click the link in our bio. 

#WSB125

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Cover for the Fall/Winter 2025 issue of Update Magazine, featuring a collage of photos celebrating 125 years of the Wisconsin School of Business.

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