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The faculty members at the Leavey School of Business exemplify dedication and expertise, fostering an environment where students thrive intellectually and professionally. Their commitment to innovative teaching, groundbreaking research, and mentorship sets a standard of excellence.

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    Faculty Directory

    View profiles and contact information for all faculty members at the Leavey School of Business.

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    Faculty Research

    Faculty in the Leavey School of Business are active scholars and throughout this site, you will find ample evidence of the rich and varied research carried out by our faculty.

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    New Research Labs

    As part of Leavey PLUS, we are expanding the School's reputation as a leader in innovation through new collaborative initiatives and programs that leverage co-curricular, corporate, and alumni partnerships. Through our three new labs, the Leavey School of Business will amplify thought leadership in emerging technology.

Recent Features
Audrey Guo headshot over photo from Great Depression showing unemployment insurance line

Guo’s research highlights why unemployment insurance reform must address funding, not just benefits. Her analysis shows that expanding the taxable earnings base could strengthen state trust funds, reduce federal borrowing, and create a fairer balance between employers - making the system more equitable for workers and more resilient in future downturns.

Professor Amber Liu's headshot over a photo of a therapist listening to a patient.

Assistant Professor Amber Xiaoyan Liu’s research uses data-driven modeling to help universities anticipate surges in mental-health needs after campus crises—offering smarter, more compassionate ways to respond.

Professor Adrien Bouguen's headshot over a photo of three Leavey students listening in the classroom

In a large-scale study, economist Adrien Bouguen finds that mindset programs improve student outcomes—but their greatest power comes when paired with broader, long-term education reforms.