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The iDegrees Graduate Business Association (iGBA) is the student-run organization representing all iMBA, iMSA, and iMSM students at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois.
Founded in 2018, we are a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to enhancing the iDegrees student experience through events, professional development, community, and advocacy.
Get to know the iDegrees Graduate Business Association — who we are, what we stand for, and the people behind it.
The iDegrees Graduate Business Association (iGBA) exists to serve as the collective voice of iMBA, iMSA, and iMSM students at the University of Illinois Gies College of Business. We advocate for our members, foster a vibrant community, and create opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and meaningful connection across the iDegrees network.
To build the world's most connected, impactful, and empowered online graduate business student community — one that amplifies every member's voice, accelerates their career, and creates lifelong bonds across the iDegrees network. We envision a future where every iDegrees student has the resources, relationships, and representation to thrive.
Mechanical engineer with a background in product engineering and manufacturing operations. Outdoors enthusiast and proud cat dad to Mochi. Dedicated to bridging student voices with administration and expanding the iGBA network.
Data Product Manager at Store No. 8 (Walmart). Legal Studies undergrad who has visited 49/50 states. Basketball fan — and spent 3 years as a professional snake feeder.
10+ years in digital marketing and lifecycle marketing strategy. Passionate about community and belonging in an online environment. Twin sister, EDM enthusiast, and aspiring pilot.
Paramedic → Project Manager → Founder. Ensuring the iMBA experience matches its world-class reputation. Jiu-jitsu competitor and dog dad to Bodhi.
International business background with a passion for connecting people across diverse communities. Fluent in French, mom of two, loves exploring new places with her family.
Semiconductor → Education → Translation. Living in Japan for 13 years, father of three, speaks three languages. Avid gardener with "absolutely no luck with vegetables."
Principal Business Data Steward at Discover. 15+ years in data architecture, enterprise applications, and product management. Gies College of Business, UIUC.
Entrepreneur and filmmaker based in Seoul for 17 years. MFA in Film Producing from Chung-Ang University. Committed to genuine inclusion for every iDegrees student. ~75 films/year.
Enterprise IT & Systems Integration. Maryland/DC-based. Lived on 3 continents, speaks 3 languages. Driving website modernization and tech tool consolidation for iGBA.
Business & Finance Specialist at University of Illinois Systems. Theatre, music, and cat mom. Has flown in a hot air balloon 20+ times. Passionate about non-traditional student journeys.
Amplify your leadership skills through iGBA's dynamic opportunities — events, committees, and more designed just for iDegrees students.
iGBA is launching its Fall Mentorship Program — pairing mentees with experienced mentors for career guidance, networking, and professional growth.
Winter Takeover 2027 is in the works — date to be announced. Everything else is on our live calendar below, which updates automatically.
Our annual student-run weekend in Champaign. Trivia, social hours, Illinois basketball and more. Date and tickets to be announced — watch this space.
A look back at some of our favorite iGBA gatherings. Updated manually as we wrap events.
Our first ever campus walking tour, hosted by Nicole Kyle, starting at the Alma Mater statue and taking in the places that make Illinois feel like home.
Live music, great energy and a night of dancing with fellow iDegrees students and alumni at Cowboy Monkey.
A night of networking and local fun touring the Champaign-Urbana bar scene aboard the iGBA Trolley, kicking off iConverge weekend.
iGBA's annual student-run event in Champaign, IL. Trivia, social hours, Illinois vs. Minnesota basketball, ice skating, and axe throwing.
Cubs vs. Athletics at Wrigley Field. A night at the ballpark with fellow iDegrees students.
An end-of-term celebration aboard the Wendella Chicago Sunset Cruise — classmates, friends, and alumni toasting the year's accomplishments with the skyline as a backdrop.
Get ready to roll up your sleeves. Executive board and committee member roles give you hands-on experience and real impact on the iDegrees community.
Lead iGBA as a VP or Director. Requires a 1-year commitment and at least 1 year remaining in your program.
Join one of 11 active committees across Events, Programs, Community, and Operations.
Lead or join your regional chapter in North America or internationally to connect local iDegrees students.
Committees are how members shape what iGBA does. They are open to all iDegrees students, and you do not need experience to join one.
Strengthens connection across the iGBA community by designing meaningful, inclusive and high-energy experiences, helping members build relationships, expand their networks and feel a deeper sense of belonging within the iDegrees programs.
iConverge and Winter Takeover, our two largest gatherings of the year.
Membership tiers, member benefits and the iGBA community channels.
Mentorship and career-focused programming for iDegrees students.
The website, analytics, social media, the newsletter and event promotion.
Support and community for iDegrees students outside the United States.
Student experience and feedback for the iMBA, iMSA and iMSM programs.
Celebrating the achievements of iDegrees students and alumni.
Each iGBA affinity committee serves iMBA, iMSA, and iMSM students. Find what each one is working on and the University of Illinois offices that can help.
A welcoming space for LGBTQ+ students and allies across the iDegrees programs.
For service members, veterans, and military families in the iDegrees programs.
Community and programming for Black, Indigenous, and students of color.
Advocacy, accessibility, and community for students with disabilities.
Connection, mentorship, and professional growth for women in the iDegrees programs.
Support and community for iDegrees students living and studying outside the United States.
Recordings, guides, and tools to help you get the most out of your iDegrees experience.
iGBA event recordings are hosted on our Illinois Media Space channel — UIUC's official video platform, free for Gies students.
🎬 Watch on Illinois Media Space →Eight operational guides for MBA founders — AI build loops, tool stacks, prompt libraries, and more. Blue Tier members get full access to every article.
Membership is how you unlock the full iGBA experience — events, discounts, community, and more. Choose the tier that fits your goals.
Blue Tier members get the iGBA Founder Kit — eight operational guides. Sign in to read them.
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Membership gets you in the door. Committees are how you help shape what iGBA becomes. We're looking for members interested in marketing, technology, events, and more — no extra cost, just initiative.
Social media, event promotion, newsletters, and iGBA's public presence.
Website development, tooling, analytics, and member-facing digital products.
Plan and run iGBA events — speaker series, mixers, and iConverge programming.
Member outreach, partnerships, and growing the iGBA community.
iGBA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Your donation helps fund events, programming, and community initiatives for iDegrees students.
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