From the Dean of the Wilson College of Business
From the Dean of the Wilson College of Business
As a valued member of the Panther circle, I am pleased to share that we have not only earned our Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) extension of business accreditation but also separate accreditation in accounting, one of only 196 schools that have done so. This distinction places Wilson College in the top 2% of business schools worldwide.
It has been a great year for our accounting program. Accounting Today recognized our students for achieving the highest CPA pass rate in the nation for 2023, research by Associate Professor Gabriel Dickey found its way into Forbes and now we’ve earned separate accounting accreditation. Be proud that the outstanding business education we have been known to deliver continues!
The success of our accounting program is built on the traditions of excellence and continuous improvement. Most recently, the curriculum evolved to incorporate more data and technology, ensuring students are prepared for their career challenges and earning a first-in-the-nation STEM designation for an undergraduate program in accounting.
That particular curriculum evolution extends across the entire college as our graduates must be prepared for a world increasingly shaped by data, technology and artificial intelligence (AI).
Today’s business leaders must not only be fluent in digital tools and data analytics — they must also navigate the profound ethical questions these technologies raise. At the Wilson College of Business, we are committed to preparing students who are both technologically adept and ethically grounded. I hope the articles that fill the pages of this magazine give you insight into how we are doing just that. Our goal is to develop leaders who can harness the power of data and AI with integrity, empathy and foresight.
As an alum, your experience and insight are vital to this mission. Whether through mentoring, guest speaking or financial support, there are many ways to stay connected and help shape the next generation of responsible business leaders.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we’re building a business school that not only embraces innovation — but leads with integrity and purpose.
Purple for Life ‘84
Leslie K. Wilson, Dean
University of Northern Iowa
Wilson College of Business
