Stuart School of Business

Happy Holidays from Stuart! Wishing you a restful break and looking forward to seeing you back on campus next school year.

What happens after recycling leaves the blue bin? Stuart School of Business professor and sustainability expert Weslynne Ashton appears in a WTTW segment exploring how Chicago’s recycling system works, why plastic is challenging to recycle, and where there’s room to improve: https://bit.ly/4aRyu2J

Occupational licensing affects millions of workers. New research co-authored by Assistant Professor Wenchen Wang examines how licensing shapes wages, job stability, and mobility across public and private sectors, offering key insights for workers and policymakers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4ppZF9a

Happy Thanksgiving to the Stuart School of Business community! 🦃🍂
We are grateful for our students, faculty, staff, and alumni who make our community thrive. Wishing you a holiday filled with joy, reflection, and time with loved ones.

Stuart School of Business joined the IBEA conference for the first time! This new partnership connects us with business educators, showcases our programs, and builds corporate relationships to create opportunities for our students.

Stuart School of Business alum Myetie Hamilton (M.P.A. ’03) shares how her passion for equity, education, and community shaped her path to leading City Year Chicago and inspiring the next generation: https://www.iit.edu/stuart/podcast

A team of Illinois Tech finance students advanced to the semifinals of the global 2025 McGill International Portfolio Challenge, presenting innovative investment strategies focused on biodiversity and long-term value creation. Learn more:
https://bit.ly/47Ji6iY

Stuart School of Business alumna Lauren Joyce Hensel (PTC ’06, M.P.A. ’17) was honored as an Outstanding Young Alumni for her impact in education, student advocacy, and global leadership. Learn more: https://www.iit.edu/alumniawards/award-recipients

Illinois Tech’s EcoCAR team placed second in the Argonne AI Innovation Award during Year Three of the EV Challenge with their 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ. Stuart student Antonia Martinez says working on the team helped her gain real-world experience and career connections. Learn more:https://bit.ly/49nQlh2

Do high-yield green bonds deliver? Associate Professor Sang Baum Kang and co-authors studied high-yield green bonds to see if they lower funding costs or boost investor returns. Findings show modest financial benefits, but credible sustainability and transparency are key: https://bit.ly/4o3mLlD

Rodrigo Martorell Cascón (M.A.S. TENR ’22) always wanted to be an engineer, but he wanted more than technical skills. Pairing his industrial engineering degree with Illinois Tech’s technological entrepreneurship program, he learned how to apply knowledge in the real world: https://bit.ly/3KSh5fs

Not sure which analytics path fits your career goals? Use our Analytics Career Path Finder to see where your interests align and find the master’s program that’s right for you. Learn more about your journey in analytics:https://bit.ly/3KRyqVV

The temperature has finally dropped in Chicago, marking the start of a new season on campus. 🍂 From exploring the city’s fall festivals to finding your favorite study spot with a view, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy this time of year. How are you making the most of fall in Chicago?

What makes someone love their job? Stuart's Assistant Professor Wenchen Wang joins The 21st Show to unpack findings from a survey of over 5,600 Illinois workers. Her research shows that while pay matters, job security, meaningful work, and belonging often weigh even more: https://bit.ly/4h2tWHQ

Wondering where a finance degree could take you? From banks and corporations to trading firms and hedge funds, there are so many paths to explore! With a finance degree, you could be analyzing markets, managing investments, or helping companies make big strategic move: https://bit.ly/4o4w2cq

Big news! Professor Weslynne Ashton has been named to the @Thinkers50 shortlist for the Radar Award, recognizing her impactful research on the circular economy and sustainable urban food systems. 🌍 #Thinkers50

Lessons from the Stuart School of Business can spark global impact.🌍 Tannis Williamson (M.P.A. ’06) built the skills and mindset that inspired her to launch The Sustainability Firm. Where she now helps businesses turn ESG and sustainability into real-world action. Read more: https://bit.ly/42kCaoF

What does the CLARITY Act mean for crypto? 💰 Stuart School of Business Associate Professor of Finance Ben Van Vliet explains how new regulations tailored to digital assets are giving the industry confidence beyond outdated financial laws. Full story: https://bit.ly/46sxtdw

Entrepreneurship is more than ideas. It’s about resilience, and the people you build with. In episode 3 of Formula for Success, Chowbus co-founder & CEO Linxin Wen shares how focusing on customer experience, strong partnerships, and product innovation shaped his journey: iit.edu/stuart/podcast

We had such a great time at the Stuart Meet & Greet on August 12. New students connected with each other, met the Stuart team, and even got a surprise visit from Yesenia’s puppy, Ghirardelli. Thanks to everyone who joined us! Let's have a great year!