News & Views #2

Dean Calls for Collective Solutions to Global Problems

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Dean Calls for Collective Solutions to Global Problems Dean Erika H. James welcomed almost 900 alumni and guests to the first Wharton Global Forum to be held in three years. The event, which highlighted the insights of worldwide business and thought leaders, convened in Singapore. James — who has recently…Read More

Masterclass on FinTech and Decentralized Finance

Masterclass on FinTech and Decentralized Finance “Finance is always being advanced by technology,” says Professor Itay Goldstein, Joel S. Ehrenkranz Family Professor and Professor of Finance at Wharton. However, “the pace of technological change in the last few years in finance has been much faster than we have seen before.”…Read More

Fireside Chat between Dean Erika James and Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.

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Fireside Chat between Dean Erika James and Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. Dean Erika James engaged in a lively, thought-provoking conversation with Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. C’87 HON’10, former U.S. Ambassador to China, Russia, and Singapore and former Governor of Utah. Before diving into the formal questions and answers, the pair…Read More

March 2023 • Edition 19

Alma Ledig, ED’1926, WG’1931, made history as Wharton's first female MBA graduate.

March 2023 • Edition 19 In recognition of Women’s History Month, this edition of Wharton Impact highlights a history-making female graduate; profiles a tech innovator’s efforts to empower future leaders through a new MBA fellowship; and examines how women in data science are moving away from being underrepresented to thriving…Read More

Women and Business Series: Women on Boards

Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did Women and Business Series: Women on Boards Led by: Mary-Hunter (“Mae”) McDonnell, Associate Professor of Management, The Wharton School As shareholders and customers alike call for greater gender diversity in firms' top ranks, recent years have seen unprecedented opportunities for women in the boardroom. …Read More

WiDS Conference Shines Light on Advances for Women in Data Science

WiDS Conference Shines Light on Advances for Women in Data Science Wharton students Sarah Hu, W’23, and Joanna Yang, W’24, GEN’24, presented their research at the Women in Data Science (WiDS) @ Penn Conference. With an increasing number of degrees awarded in data science each year, women in analytics are…Read More

Emeritus Society – Other Challenges and Transitions 2

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Other Challenges and Transitions We always have challenges and transitions in life. In this phase of life, some common challenges include depression, stress, financial difficulty, and acceptance. Depression is common and can have serious effects if not addressed. Stress can be worsened by changing social and mental faculties. Financial matters…Read More

Emeritus Society – Care Giving (family support)

Care Giving (family support) Caregiving is an overwhelming task, no matter the timeframe. Support is important for those needing care, but also for the caregivers. Long-term care is among the costliest forms of care faced by seniors today. The longer we live, the more likely we will need some type…Read More

How to Increase Your Impact by Leveraging the Power of Magic Words

Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did How to Increase Your Impact by Leveraging the Power of Magic Words Led by: Jonah Berger, Associate Professor of Marketing, the Wharton School From emails and power points to phone calls and pitch meetings, almost everything we do involves words. Words are how…Read More

Finding Balance

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Finding Balance Finding balance is an art. There is no correct solution that will work for everyone. We do know, however, that one must focus on the physical, mental, social, and environmental aspects: The physical includes a balanced diet, exercise, sleep, and meditation or yoga. The mental encompasses a daily…Read More