Overcoming Loss

Two pairs of hands clasping gently, symbolizing care, support, and compassion between individuals of different ages. Overcoming Loss Overcoming loss, at whatever level, is about grieving. The process of grieving involves emotional and life adjustments after a loss. This process is different for everyone, as is the time the process may take. Loss takes many forms, including loss of life, mobility, hearing, vision, careers, friends, and…Read More

Travel Opportunities

Three older adults are laughing and embracing each other outdoors, creating a joyful and friendly atmosphere. Trees are visible in the background. Travel Opportunities Thriving in retirement includes making time to do things and go places you never had the chance to before. Companies in the travel industry provide options that let you pick the style of travel that fits your needs at this time. Many resources exist to support older travelers…Read More

Health and Wellness

Smiling individuals participating in a group exercise class, lifting small dumbbells. Health & Wellness Living longer in retirement brings great attention to the importance of health and wellness. Genes and upbringing are clearly factors, but so are lifestyle choices. If deemed necessary by your medical provider, consider making changes to your wellness habits and routines — be sure to follow up…Read More

February 2023 • Edition 18

Dean Erika James, in red, with WMYC Co-chairs Heather Jones, Erika Lawrence, Sierra Martin, and Elon Cornelius, WG'23, at left; and board members Larry Bailey, WG'76, and Lana Woods, WG'90, at right February 2023 • Edition 18 Wharton Impact is honoring Black History Month in this edition with three stories from the latest Whitney M. Young, Jr. Memorial Conference. Learn how to grow your legacy from alumni honoree David R. Jones, WG’93; read how the conference celebrates the importance of Black leadership;…Read More

Lessons from Analytics in Public Health

Professor Hamsa Bastani Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did Lessons from Analytics in Public Health Led by:  Michael Platt, Director, the Wharton Neuroscience Initiative; James S. Riepe University Professor Marketing Department, the Wharton School; Department of Neuroscience, Perelman School of Medicine; Department of Psychology, School of Arts and Sciences University of Pennsylvania Companies…Read More

Humor and Power

Professor Maurice Schweitzer Feedback Survey Tell Us How We Did Humor and Power Led by: Maurice Schweitzer, Cecilia Yen Koo Professor, Professor of Operations, Information, and Decisions, Professor of Management, The Wharton School  Humor can powerfully shape our perceptions and judgment. In this webinar, Professor Maurice Schweitzer will describe how the use of humor…Read More