Jo Kaye Bandy

Jo Kaye Bandy serves as an Instructor and Program Director of the Tyson Center for Faith-Friendly Workplaces at the University of Arkansas' Walton College of Business, Department of Management. Her work bridges legal expertise with organizational behavior in workplace spirituality contexts.

Education:

• BA in Criminal Justice, University of Arkansas
• JD in Law, University of Arkansas

Research Focus: Bandy specializes in faith-friendly workplace environments, examining how spirituality intersects with organizational management. Her research explores ethical frameworks for accommodating religious expression in corporate settings while maintaining professional standards. Current work analyzes the impact of faith-based initiatives on employee engagement and organizational culture through the Tyson Center's initiatives.

Teaching & Leadership: As Program Director of the Tyson Center, she leads research initiatives promoting inclusive workplace spirituality. She teaches foundational management courses including MGMT 2103 (Managing People/Organizations) and MGMT 4633 (Faith, Spirituality/Workplace), integrating legal perspectives with practical management techniques.