Butler Day of Giving

The mission of the Lacy School of Business is to prepare students for success in life and leadership in business through experiential learning guided by a research-oriented faculty with relevant business experience. While traditional undergraduate students are and will continue to be at the core of our mission, at the Lacy School of Business we also understand that the world-class business education we offer can benefit other kinds of students, too. That’s why we’ve broadened our definition of students to include those pursuing graduate degrees, certificates, executive education courses, and business consulting services. 

As our undergraduate enrollment has grown 60 percent in the last five years, our offerings to learners of more diverse ages and career stages have also grown. Along with our Master of Business Administration and Master of Professional Accounting programs, we now offer an online Master of Science in Risk and Insurance along with several non-credit-bearing online certificate programs. And, our Old National Bank Center for Business Excellence and Central Indiana Small Business Development Center all connect business owners and leaders with the market-centric resources and expertise they need to successfully grow and sustain their businesses. 

The Lacy School of Business is a hub of activity where learning isn’t confined to a classroom. Our undergraduate students benefit from extensive hands-on experience encountering real-world business scenarios through internships, guest speakers, unique learning opportunities like starting a business, managing investments through the Student Managed Investment Fund, underwriting through our Student Captive, running consulting projects for real businesses, and more! The synergy between our School and the business community means Butler students graduate with four years of experience. In order to continue building on these strengths, we need your help. Invest in our students and the future of the Lacy School of Business. 

Priority Initiatives:

LSB Dean’s Fund Challenge
The Lacy School of Business Dean’s Priority Needs Fund allows Craig Caldwell, Dean of the Lacy School of Business, the flexibility to make the necessary investments in key areas to impact the student experience, support faculty and their work, create partnerships to grow the brand and reputation of the Lacy School of Business. Consider supporting the LSB Dean’s Priority Needs Fund to help grow the impact the Lacy School of Business has on our students, faculty, staff, and entire community! On Day of Giving, Dean Caldwell has pledged to match donations to this fund dollar-for-dollar up to $2,000! Make your gift today and double your impact! 

LSB Faculty Opportunity Fund
To help ensure that our students are being taught, mentored, and helped by the best quality faculty possible, please consider supporting the Lacy School of Business Faculty Support Fund. This fund will help ensure that our top-notch faculty continue to learn and grow in their professional field to transfer that knowledge and experience to our students.  

LSB Annual Scholarships
Donating to the Lacy School of Business Annual Scholarships fund provides critical scholarship and financial aid support to students in need. Your support enables current and future Bulldogs to pursue their dreams and gives them access to endless opportunities!