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School News
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Alumni Authors
May 22, 2025

Two Authors, Two Different Paths to Publishing

Panelists share their book-writing experiences at Wharton Magazine’s Alumni Authors Salon during MBA Reunion Weekend.

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People
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Leadership
Spring/Summer 2025

Life Lessons: Reflections From the U.S. Navy's 70th Secretary

John H. Dalton WG71 looks back on his impact on the branch and the joys and challenges of putting pen to paper to record his experiences.

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People
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Leadership
Fall/Winter 2024

Life Lessons: Take Charge of Your Own Narrative

Since losing his sight at an early age, Russell Redenbaugh WG69 has written his own story as a successful investor, book author, and jiu-jitsu champion.

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People
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Finance
Fall/Winter 2024

SoFi CEO Anthony Noto WG99 Is Reshaping Finance for the Digital Age

Noto looks back at lessons learned across his career (including his time at the NFL and Twitter), examines the state of fintech today, and forecasts what’s needed for success amidst “profound change” that lies ahead in the financial-services sector.

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People
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Careers
Spring/Summer 2024

Life Lessons: Shattering Ceilings and Living Fearlessly

Myrna De Jesus WG70, the first woman president of the Wharton Club of New York, on following passions, trying new things, and her most difficult decision

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Ideas
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Research
Fall/Winter 2023

Adam Grant on How to Reach New Heights

The Wharton management professor discusses the research and remarkable stories from his new book, Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things.

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People
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Government
Fall/Winter 2023

Life Lessons: A State Department Diplomat's Global Perspective

Eugene Aaron WG73 on the intricacies of international work, the importance of proving your worth, and his motivations for writing a memoir

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People
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Finance
Spring/Summer 2023

Life Lessons: A CFO's Path to Nonprofit Nirvana

Rick Perkins WG70 on revitalizing the Kimmel Center, the importance of adapting to different bosses, and knowing when to retire

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People
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Finance
Fall/Winter 2022

Life Lessons: A Banking Trailblazer Looks Back

Caren Byrd WG70 on five decades at Morgan Stanley, what it means to be successful, and her most valuable advice as a mentor

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Ideas
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Innovation/Tech
Fall/Winter 2022

Keys to Getting the Most From Machine Learning

To maximize results from machine learning and artificial intelligence, you need to tailor your tech to the task at hand.

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People
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Management
Spring/Summer 2022

The Business of Smokey Joe's

In a conversation with fintech superstar and author of Self-Made Boss Jacqueline Reses W92, the co-owner of Penn’s legendary watering hole shares insights about working with family, finding a formula for success, and what still makes “Smokes” the greatest bar in Philadelphia.

A Leader for This Moment and Beyond
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School News
Fall/Winter 2020

A Leader for This Moment and Beyond

In her first in-depth interview as dean of the Wharton School, Erika James shares her thoughts on the challenges of these times, the limitless possibilities for the School, and the power of the global alumni network.

Answering the Call
People
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Leadership
Fall/Winter 2020

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.

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People
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Innovation/Tech
Spring/Summer 2020

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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Alumni News
Spring/Summer 2020

Wharton Magazine in the Time of Coronavirus

A mostly COVID-19-free issue aims to provide the comfort of your Wharton community and an alternative to life's pressing realities.

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People
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Innovation/Tech
Fall/Winter 2018

4 Wharton Alumni Transforming Your Digital Life

Chances are, Joey Levin ENG01 W01—CEO of Barry Diller’s internet media behemoth IAC—and his companies, including a trio run by Wharton alumni, have impacted your life in ways small (finding a handyman) and transformative (finding your soulmate). Meet these visionaries who are shaping our culture and defining our digital future.

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