Department of Business and Information Technology

From dropout to graduate, Ryan Veatch shares his comeback story

Posted by on November 25, 2025

When Ryan Veatch was growing up, he always assumed he would become a chemical engineer. In 2009, he came to Missouri S&T with that dream in mind. But like many students, life took unexpected turns. In 2012, Veatch dropped out. But that’s not the end of his story. 

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Missouri S&T alumnus contributes $12.5 million to establish business school

Posted by on November 7, 2025

Missouri S&T alumnus Dennis Jaggi and his wife, Janet, have made a transformational gift of $12.5 million to create the Dennis and Janet Jaggi School of Business. When it launches in the coming year, the school will be dedicated to teaching future leaders financial accounting and business acumen needed to grow companies, accelerate economic development, and strengthen their communities.

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90 researchers affiliated with S&T among top 2% cited scientists in their fields

Posted by on October 10, 2025

A total of 88 current and former researchers affiliated with Missouri S&T are among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists recognized either for their career-long impact or for their 2024 metrics, according to a Stanford University analysis of the Elsevier Data Repository.

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S&T welcomes new faculty 

Posted by on August 25, 2025

Missouri S&T welcomed over 30 faculty members this year. They bring a wide range of expertise that includes applications for artificial intelligence (AI) in health care, biomedical engineering, concrete sustainability, nuclear reactor safety and semiconductor design. The new faculty are: 

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Meet the Class of 2025

Posted by on May 30, 2025

Missouri S&T conferred more than 1,000 degrees to graduates May 16-17. A dozen of them spoke with us about their experiences and plans.

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Learning the business of entrepreneurship: Alexander Saigh 

Posted by on May 6, 2025

Alexander Saigh was in high school when he started inventing. After watching some MythBusters videos where the cast couldn’t get something to work, he was inspired to try it himself. 

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Powering the future: America’s perception on critical minerals

Posted by on March 11, 2025

Critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt and copper are essential for an energy transition away from fossil fuels — but America’s perception of their importance isn’t fully understood, which can slow progress.  

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From basketball court to CEO: S&T Miners build their future 

Posted by on March 11, 2025

Clothing brand founder. Sports marketer. Financial advisor. Entrepreneur. CEO. These are just a few future titles for several members of the Missouri S&T’s men’s basketball team.  

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Beyond the lens: S&T’s student photographer looks to the future 

Posted by on February 18, 2025

Sam Wright first picked up a little point-and-shoot camera as a teenager just for fun, not thinking too much about his future. Now, he plans on starting a business centered around the craft after he graduates from Missouri S&T. 

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Missouri S&T MBA program approved for STEM designation

Posted by on December 18, 2024

Missouri S&T’s master of business administration (MBA) program has been approved for STEM designation. It will go into effect next fall, making the program better aligned with the mission of Kummer College of Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Economic Development to be technology focused while benefiting students.

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