News & Views #2

The Economics of Having It All

Corrine Low wearing a blazer and smiling

Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did The Economics of Having It All Led by: Corinne Low, associate professor of business economics and public policy at the Wharton School Join Professor Corinne Low for an engaging discussion of her new book, Having It All, which explores the economics of gender,…Read More

David Gingras, WG’75, WG’76

David Gingras, WG’75, WG’76 David’s career has been devoted to finance. He has served as a member of Price Waterhouse’s audit staff, a vice president of Merrill Lynch, and flood insurance manager for FEMA. For the past decade, he has been president of the American Financial Advisors. He lives in…Read More

Life Lessons: Staying Curious and Connected

Life Lessons: Staying Curious and Connected Former Chairman of WGES - Tom Hadlock, WG’66 After 11 years as chair of the Wharton Graduate Emeritus Society, Tom Hadlock, WG’66, stepped down this summer — a decision that was only a surprise in the sense that Hadlock, who worked well into his…Read More

February 2026 – Edition 53

February 2026 - Edition 53 Alumni can both support Wharton and earn guaranteed income for life with Charitable Gift Annuities; scholarship recipient Addison Saad, W’28, builds confidence through Career Readiness @ Wharton; and WAIAI-affiliated researchers unpack whether AI is a bubble — and if so, what kind. Charitable Gift Annuities…Read More

Innovating Business Models in the AI Age

Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did Innovating Business Models in the AI Age Led by: Serguei Netessine, senior vice dean for innovation and global initiatives; Dhirubhai Ambani Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the Wharton School Join Professor Serguei Netessine to explore how organizations can adapt to disruption and…Read More

January 2026 – Edition 52

January 2026 - Edition 52 The Wharton Impact Newsletter has a new name and a new look: say hello to Catalyst, your source for stories on the meaningful outcomes of philanthropy to Wharton. While our look is different, the intent of this newsletter remains the same – to keep you…Read More

December 2025 • Edition 51

December 2025 - Edition 51 Brian Ellerson, WG’99, establishes a scholarship in honor of the dean; Benjamin Franklin Society member Krishna Srinivasan, WG’00, shares advice for tomorrow’s leaders; and Wharton in Focus returns in 2026 with events in London, New York, and Boston. Brian Ellerson, WG’99, Honors Dean Erika H.…Read More

The Future of Healthy Aging and Successful Retirement

Professor Olivia Mitchell in formal attire against a blue background.

Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did The Future of Healthy Aging and Successful Retirement Led by: Olivia S. Mitchell, International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans Professor of Business Economics and Public Policy; professor of insurance and risk management; executive director, Pension Research Council at the Wharton School of the…Read More

Brian Ellerson, WG’99, Honors Dean Erika James With a Leadership Gift

Brian Ellerson, WG’99, Honors Dean Erika H. James With a Leadership Gift From left to right: Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations Kate Griffo; Brian Ellerson, WG’99; Dean of the Wharton School Erika H. James; and student Nia Matthews, W’27, a current beneficiary of the Ellerson Family Scholarship Fund.…Read More

I have specific questions about making my gift to The Lauder Annual Fund. Who should I contact?

Question: I have specific questions about making my gift to The Lauder Annual Fund. Who should I contact? Answer: Check out Ways to Give or contact Carolyn Miller at carmil@wharton.upenn.edu. Back to Giving to Wharton