Student Organizations
Joining a student organization is a great way to interact with fellow
students and gain important leadership experiences. Additionally,
employers look for involvement in student organizations when hiring
graduates. The KU School of Business has a broad range of organizations
to fit students’ interests and career goals.
Alpha Kappa PsiAlpha Kappa Psi is a business fraternity for students majoring in business
administration, accounting and economics. Members have the opportunity
to network with students and employers, to enhance interpersonal skills
and leadership abilities and to organize community events.
Faculty Advisor: Marci Feiden, mfeiden@ku.edu
President: Christopher Kavanaugh
Election: April & November
The American Business Women’s Association was established to help promotethe advancement of women in business. The organization brings togetherstudents interested in business, although members may be from any
major, and may be either male or female. The KU chapter of ABWA offers
guest speakers, community service, group activities, and affiliation
with the national ABWA organization. Membership in ABWA provides
opportunities for personal growth, leadership, networking, education,
and service.
Faculty Advisor: Canan Kocabasoglu, (785) 864-7515
President: Lindsey Schaefer
Election: April
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~kuabwa
AIESEC is a worldwide association that has been increasing international
understanding since 1948. The organization operate in more than 78
countries and more than 750 universities worldwide. AIESEC’S main
method of fulfilling its mission is an international internship
exchange program. AIESEC accepts all students, regardless of major or
year. (Early membership is encouraged.)
Faculty Advisor: Daniel Galindau, (785) 864-7498
President: Adrienne Hill
Election: November
Website: http://www.aiesecus.org
Beta Alpha Psi (BAP) is a national scholastic and professional organization for financial information professionals. The primary objective of the organization is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the business information field. KU's chapter focuses on promoting the study and practice of accounting; providing
opportunities for self-development and association among members and practicing professionals, and encouraging a sense of ethical, social and public responsibility. Membership requirements include completion of ACCT 320 or ACCT 325. Additional membership requirements and a schedule of our most recent semester activities can be found on our website. Notice of the organization's informational meeting will be announced in classes and posted around the School toward the beginning of each semester.
Faculty Advisor: Alee Phillips, (785) 864-3948
President: Heather Meyer, hmeyer@ku.edu
Election: April & November
Website: http://www.ku.edu/~bap
Beta Gamma Sigma is the national scholastic honor society in business. Juniors, seniors and graduate students in business are elected to membership. Selection is based on outstanding scholastic achievement.
Faculty Advisor: Diana Wu, dianawu@ku.edu, (785) 864-7580
Staff Support: Becky Harris, (785) 864-2191
President: Phil Linville
Vice President: Brian Reynolds
Secretary/Treasurer: Matt Brunner
Election: April
Website: http://www.ku.edu/~bgs
Delta Sigma Pi is a professional business fraternity whose main goal is to
help prepare pre-business, business administration and accounting majors for careers in the business world. Members participate in fund raising, community service and professional activities.
Faculty Advisor: Mark Hirschey
President: Jenna Morris, jennam78@ku.edu
VP Recruitment: Jerrod Mitchell, jmitchell@ku.edu
Election: December
Meeting Dates: Thursdays at 7:00
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~deltasig/
The KU E(ntrepreneurship) Club is a student originated and student run organization which has its primary purpose to complement the University's educational efforts in entrepreneurship by encouraging an entrepreneurial mindset (ability to informatively recognize new venture opportunities, amass resources, & launch a new venture) for all KU
students.
Faculty Advisor: Wally Meyer, (785) 864-7583
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~eclub
The Finance Club was established to increase and promote financial literacy and to explore contemporary events, issues, and opportunities in the field of finance. The organization frequently hosts guest speakers with experience in areas such as corporate finance, investments, banking, financial consulting, etc. Members of the club gain membership to the Financial Management Association, an organization dedicated to uniting academia and financial practitioners and to enhancing the quality of financial education. The club is open to all majors.
Faculty Advisor: Lisa Bergeron
President: Adam Ryan
Election: March
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~finclub
The Information Systems Association of KU strives to foster and promote leadership, creativity, and overall professional development of its
members as it relates to information systems. ISAK also wishes to provide an earnest atmosphere and promote collaboration and discussion. ISAK offers several opportunities for personal leadership and provides
members opportunities to network with both students and professionals. All majors welcome.
Faculty Advisor: Greg Freix, (785) 864-7544
President: James Bowman
Website: isak.business.ku.edu
The KU Marketing Club welcomes you to join the Club! The mission of the Club is to increase awareness about marketing with students in all
fields and any year of study at the University of Kansas. The organization cultivates leadership, teamwork, and a superior understanding of marketing knowledge and practice and to bring honor and recognition to the marketing program at KU. The KU Marketing Club provides a forum for members to develop professional skills and their knowledge about marketing through the annual Career Development Conference, consulting activities, speakers, mentoring, job shadowing, presentations, case competitions and national conferences. The KU Marketing Club is a collegiate chapter of the American Marketing
Association.
Faculty Advisor: Joyce Claterbos, (785) 864-7560
President: Katie Willoughby
Membership VP: Carolina Taborga
Election: April
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~ama
Multicultural Business Scholars is a community of students and professors whose purpose is to help African-American, Hispanic-American, American Indian, and other students make a smooth transition to college. The
program offers scholarships, provides mentoring, business meetings, and cultural events and meetings and provides support activities.
Faculty Advisor: Bob Augelli, (785) 864-7524
Website: http://www2.ku.edu/~msps/business
Net Impact is a student organization that brings business students and professionals together to network, learn and take action on socially-responsible business issues. A primary goal of the organization is to inspire members to use their business skills for positive social impact. In order to do this, our chapter is seeking to learn from local professionals working in the field of ethics and/or
corporate social responsibility. The KU chapter is one of over 120 Net Impact chapters that operate at universities worldwide.
Faculty Advisor: Dee Steinle, (785) 864-7596
The KU Private Equity Club is a professional development organization formed with the expressed intent of preparing its members for careers
in Private Equity. Club members have opportunities to interact with professionals from the field, gain training in vital skill sets, and build relationships essential for obtaining entry into Private Equity.
Website: www.kupeclub.org
The purpose of the KU Real Estate Club is to educate students about the various aspects of the real estate industry and to network with local professionals. Meetings involve guest speakers, office visits, site visits to local developments, and receptions with area professionals. All majors are welcome. For more information please contact Josh Schoenfelder schnfldr@ku.edu.
Faculty Advisor: Josh Schoenfelder, (816) 261-5424, schnfldr@ku.edu
The KU SHRM chapter is dedicated to providing students with valuable HR as
well as managerial exposure and experiences. The chapter provides a mentoring program and job shadowing opportunities where students are paired with local HR professionals and can network in a one-on-one setting. As well as having bi-weekly meetings, KU SHRM also competes in the yearly State of Kansas HR Games, has active HR professionals teach members about the HR profession, and keeps our members updated on job and internship postings, most of which are targeted to students! There are no requirements to join, all majors welcome.
Faculty Advisor: Bob Augelli, (785) 864-7524
President: Meghan Harris, meghan82@ku.edu
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) is an international student organization which has the goal of "changing the world." The group focuses on community outreach and educational-based projects supporting the benefits and responsibilities of the free enterprise system. Students
develop projects in the areas of (1) market economics, (2)
entrepreneurship, (3) personal financial success skills, and (4) business ethics. SIFE has regional and national competitions each year to present the group's projects. The contests are judged by upper managment of the largest and most respected companies in the country, many of which are SIFE sponsors. All students, regardless of major, graduate or undergraduate are invited to participate. SIFE develops the leadership, teamwork, and communication skills that are greatly valued in competitive job markets. SIFE is a strong plus on your resume.
Faculty Advisor: Will Katz, (785) 843-8844
Election: April
Website: http://www.sife.org
KU Tax Club (KUTC) was established to introduce students to opportunities career opportunities related to tax such as public accounting, law, and public service. Members network with students, alumni and employers at club meetings and socials. Members also participate in community service projects such as Boys and Girls Club “Round-up,” VITA tax assistance clinics, and service learning projects.
Faculty Advisor: Allen Ford
Email: kutaxclub@gmail.com
The Undergraduate Business Council represents all business undergraduate students. The offices of UBC are responsible for student appointment to School of Business committees, professional development programs, and activities and speakers committees. Communication takes place between students and faculty via mutual meetings and social functions.
Advisor: Frank Marshall, (785) 864-1567
President: Ryan Rabe
Election: April
Website: http://groups.ku.edu/~ubc
