Wharton Stories Search Search key topics within Wharton Stories One student’s quest to help classmates see that the Wharton undergraduate experience is about more than grades and job offers.Stopping to Smell the Roses“I really appreciate the global diversity within the cohort. Class discussions bring in unique perspectives from various industries, markets, and countries around the world, which enriches the learning experience,” says Sona Sundaramurthy, WG’25.Student Journeys: Exploring Wharton’s Global Cohort ExperienceAn international couple completed the MBA program together while raising a son.It Takes a Village“Don’t wait to be chosen—lead where you are. Wharton is full of stages. Sometimes you choreograph the routine. Sometimes you run the show. Either way, the spotlight’s big enough for all of us.” – Kelsey Spencer WG25Leadership Evolution: From Dance to Design Thinking “I wanted to put myself in the best position to grow and learn from the best. At the end of the day, I’d be a better lawyer for having a business education,” says Sekou Lewis, WG’25. How a Wharton MBA is Adding Value for the Mavericks General CounselAlex Zhou, C’25, W’25, explains how he merged his interdisciplinary education to become a more creative business thinker. The Economy of WordsJaein Kim, W’25, reflects on her weeklong Wharton Leadership Ventures Expedition backpacking in Ecuador. A Step at a Time: From Cotopaxi to Antisana“Wharton doesn’t just provide you with knowledge for two years—it gives you a lifetime of resources and connections that continue to support you long after graduation,” says Bo Zhao, WG’18. Wharton MBA Exec Mom is Revolutionizing the Baby Gear IndustryAmanda Cui, W’25, started Humans of Penn as a way to have numerous conversations and capture the various perspectives across Penn’s campus.Major: Economics. Minor: Humanity. The Storyteller behind Humans of PennMembers of Wharton’s first Global Executive MBA cohort reflect on their academic journeys and the opportunities the program’s hybrid design unlocked for them.Education Without BordersLoad More Stories
