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A Seat at the Table

An initiative led by Ahmad Thomas WG18 to boost diversity within Silicon Valley is another step in a journey that began with his father nearly 65 years ago.

Leonard A. Lauder
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Leonard Lauder W54 on Business, Philanthropy, and Life

The chairman emeritus and former CEO of the Estée Lauder Companies reflects on success, tough business decisions, and making an impact.

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This Streaming Life

Advancements in technology plus a captive audience (thanks, COVID) have led to an explosion in streaming video services that could forever change the way we consume entertainment. Wharton faculty and alumni in the $50 billion global industry weigh in on this time of remarkable growth, what’s at stake in the “streaming wars,” and a future filled with great promise and uncertainty.

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Talking Fintech

A podcast by the Wharton Fintech Club is spreading the word about this fast-growing sector and the alumni at its vanguard.

Umber Ahmad
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Just Desserts

For Umber Ahmad WG02, the decision to open her own bakery in New York was a leap of faith into a longtime passion.

Forging Wharton Connections in Digital Times
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Forging Wharton Connections in Digital Times

When the pandemic threatened to break the bonds between undergraduates and MBAs, one student group was determined to make them stronger.

Eyes on the Prize
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Eyes on the Prize

After a brief career in food science, Shaz Kahng WG89 enrolled at Wharton with her gaze set on the C-suite.

Pandemic Pivot
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Students Make a Pandemic Pivot

For one undergraduate group, COVID-19 presented a silver-lining opportunity to connect virtually with alumni overseas.

United for Change
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United for Change

Black undergraduates and MBAs have separate student groups but the same passion for making Wharton — and the world — a better place.

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Life Lessons: Wisdom from a VC Luminary

Brentwood Associates co-founder Fred Warren ME60 WG61 on what makes a good venture capitalist, finding fulfillment, and betting on Steve Jobs.

An Out Leader's Journey
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An Out Leader's Journey

Jeffrey Schoenfeld WG84 reflects on his path from enduring Wall Street’s closeted culture in the ’80s to founding Wharton's first LGBTQ fellowship.

Answering the Call
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Answering the Call

As COVID-19 spread around the globe, Wharton alumni took action, using their talents and resources to help each other, current students, and those in need worldwide. Here are the stories of six graduates who are making a difference — and a roll call of just some of the many others who’ve joined the fight against the pandemic.

First Steps to Success
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First Steps to Success

A member of the first graduating class of Wharton’s STEP program reflects on transformative pre-freshman experiences that inspired her to help fellow underrepresented students.

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Life Lessons: The Four-Dimensional Matrix and the One-Box Rule

Former Goldman Sachs executive David B. Ford WG70 on what matters most in business, family, and life.

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Sundar Pichai WG02 Wants to Change Your Life

The CEO of Google and Alphabet opens up about the transformative future of tech, lessons learned on the path to success, and how Wharton alumni have shaped one of the world’s most powerful companies.

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Boots to Suits

The Wharton Veterans Club eases the transition from military to MBA life and unites members in the spirit of service.

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This Streaming Life

Advancements in technology plus a captive audience (thanks, COVID) have led to an explosion in streaming video services that could forever change the way we consume entertainment. Wharton faculty and alumni in the $50 billion global industry weigh in on this time of remarkable growth, what’s at stake in the “streaming wars,” and a future filled with great promise and uncertainty.

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Leonard Lauder W54 on Business, Philanthropy, and Life

The chairman emeritus and former CEO of the Estée Lauder Companies reflects on success, tough business decisions, and making an impact.

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Forging Wharton Connections in Digital Times
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Forging Wharton Connections in Digital Times

When the pandemic threatened to break the bonds between undergraduates and MBAs, one student group was determined to make them stronger.

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Talking Fintech

A podcast by the Wharton Fintech Club is spreading the word about this fast-growing sector and the alumni at its vanguard.

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Just Desserts

For Umber Ahmad WG02, the decision to open her own bakery in New York was a leap of faith into a longtime passion.

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From left: Father Harold Thomas and son Ahmad Thomas
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A Seat at the Table

An initiative led by Ahmad Thomas WG18 to boost diversity within Silicon Valley is another step in a journey that began with his father nearly 65 years ago.

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