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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.
Thank you for joining us in-person and online for the inaugural Global Toast, part of our 125th anniversary celebration.
With dozens of toasts taking place coast to coast and around the world (including tonight’s event in Madison), we’re honored so many #BusinessBadgers could join in the fun.
The celebration continues! Tag us in your photos and memories #WSB125.
Today`s the big day! 🎉
All around the world, alumni and friends will raise a glass to the school`s enduring Legacy in Motion during WSB`s Global Toast! Here`s how you can make the most of your toast:
🔴 Wear Badger red to show your WSB pride
📸 Post a photo of your toast, tag WSB, and use the hashtag #WSB125
▶️ Tune into an Instagram live stream of Madison’s toast at 6 p.m. CST to hear remarks from Vallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean
Haven`t found your toast yet? There`s still time to join in on the fun! Click the link in our bio for details on an event in your area. #WSB125
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
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