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Community

A thriving Louisville community sits at the heart of the College of Business mission. And it’s not a one-way street. Learn more about our community initiatives.

UofL Community Engagement

Community is not a one-way street

We have programs, business contests and resources for community members – including high school students – to take advantage of, but we also send students out to learn from and benefit the community.

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The Cardinal Bridge Academy

The mission of the Cardinal Bridge Academy (CBA) is to offer a transformative educational experience to high school juniors and seniors from talented diverse communities.

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Corporate Partners

A thriving business ecosystem begins with a mutually beneficial partnership between education and industry. We seek to build a better bridge between the classroom and the professional world.

Three students talking beside the fountain in Old Louisville's St. James Court.

Dean's Circle

The Dean’s Circle Societies is an exclusive, essential group of supporters who share a vision for our College of Business. Their commitments accelerate advances toward greater learning experiences.

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Digital Transformation Academy

The Digital Transformation Academy is a program designed to introduce high school 11th and 12th graders to the world of business through collegiate level activities.

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Elevate Portland Initiative

Launched in 2015, The Elevate Portland Initiative has become a popular outreach program for The College of Business. The Elevate Portland Initiative is designed to provide students the basic needs.

Thrivals

Sponsored through a partnership between the College of Business and the Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation, an Idea Festival bringing together future disruptors in innovation.