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From UNI to Tinder: How one alum is using data to shape decisions

Sam Krutzfeldt is shaping Tinder’s global marketing strategy by leveraging data insights across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. From analyzing user trends for the “Year in Swipe” to supporting communications, his journey highlights how a deep understanding of data can open doors in unexpected ways.
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What are the best human resources jobs for recent graduates?

If you’re a passionate problem solver who loves working with people, you may have considered pursuing a job in human resources (HR).
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UNI MBA program offers new flexibility for busy professionals

The Wilson College of Business’ MBA program has been updated to offer more flexibility and options for professionals looking to learn and advance their careers
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One year of making history as the David W. Wilson College of Business

It’s been one year since David W. Wilson made history with a $25 million donation to UNI — the largest gift to the institution to date.
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Meet UNI’s inaugural Wilson Scholar

Find out why UNI freshman Jenna Meyer believes she "won the lottery" with her college education by becoming the first Wilson Scholar.
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New Wilson Ethics Fellow Nicholas Sars inspires students to embrace ethical leadership

Nicholas Sars joins UNI as the second Wilson Ethics Fellow, to expand ethics education across campus, part of David Wilson’s $25 million gift to the Wilson College of Business. He aims to equip students with critical thinking skills and ethical decision-making.
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Building a Titan: Ralph Ockenfels on a 34-year NFL career shaped by UNI values

35 years after earning his UNI degree, Ralph Ockenfels is celebrating the culmination of a 34-year career in the NFL, including 26 years with the Titans.
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UNI’s Advance Iowa to host second annual Employee Ownership Conference

The Employee Ownership Conference will bring together knowledge experts and company storytellers to discuss employee ownership models.
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UNI alum living his dream selling multi-million-dollar homes in Chicago

UNI alum Dustin Toale turned his childhood love of designing homes in "The Sims" into a thriving real estate career in downtown Chicago, selling multi-million-dollar properties with Compass. From humble beginnings helping renters, Toale has become a trusted adviser in luxury real estate, contributing to over $150 million in annual sales.
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UNI degree sets supply chain analyst Cole Wilkin apart

At Caterpillar, Cole Wilkin's bachelor’s in supply chain management and business administration from the Wilson College of Business sets him apart.