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Author Archives: Caroline Stone
Everyone at Fuqua is a Resource
Take Advantage of Networking Opportunities If you haven’t heard already, one of the most amazing things about being at Fuqua is the unlimited access to the “Fuqua network.” It goes without saying that some of the most prominent leaders in … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Admissions, Alumni, Student Life
Tagged Admissions, Advice, Alumni, Career Coaching, Career Resource, Community, Faculty, Interviews, Job Opportunities, MBA, Networking, Personal Insight, Resources, Socializing, Staff, Transition
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I Wish I’d Known:
Before starting the MMS program, there are a few things that I wish I would have known: This is going to be hard for everyone – everyone will struggle. Don’t feel alone! The Ford Library carries all of the textbooks … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Around NC, Miscellaneous, Sports, Student Life
Tagged Advice, Basketball, Dining, Ford Library, Fun, Personal Insight, School/Work/Life Balance
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My Favorite Things …
Favorite MMS Moment: Triangle Training Favorite Professor: Sharon Belenzon Favorite Off-Campus Hangout: Guglhupf or the Washington Duke patio Best MMS Social Event: Winter Formal Best BBQ: Blue Note Grille and Q-Shack Favorite Late-Night Eatery: Cookout Best Local Deals/Happy Hour: Carmike … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Academics, Around Durham, Around NC, Events, Miscellaneous, Student Life
Tagged Advice, Dining, Faculty, Fun, Personal Insight, Socializing
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Looking Back, While Looking Forward
As I Walk Away from MMS, I See That I’ve Gained A Lot How quickly things change! Just a few weeks ago I was anxiously shooting my resume out to companies, hoping to make plans for after graduation. Now, I … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Academics, Careers, Student Life
Tagged Business Skills, Communications, Community, Employment, Graduation, Job Opportunities, Job Search, Learning, Marketing, Personal Insight, Program Insight, Quantitative, School/Work/Life Balance, Team Fuqua, Transformative Experience
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Bringing March Madness to the Web
Turner Broadcasting was on campus the other week – and I know it has been said before, but it bears repeating – Fuqua attracts the most amazing speakers! Three “Turner Talks” were scheduled throughout the day. The first was a … Continue reading
Connoisseurs Club Celebrates their Love of Baked Goods!
It is safe to say that February 14 is most everyone’s least favorite made-up holiday. If you’re in a relationship, it’s that frustrating day where you have to get someone a gift for no real reason, or that sad day … Continue reading
Posted in Around Campus, Events, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged Fun, Holidays, Student Club
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Winterning
To help entertain myself during our 5-week break, I decided to pursue a “Winternship” opportunity. Like the name implies, these internships are conveniently offered during winter break. Winternships are highly sought after, and are a great way for students to … Continue reading
What is a Leader of Consequence?
A reader recently asked this question, and I thought it would be helpful to provide a broader response. The truth of the matter is that “Leader of Consequence” has a different meaning for each student, but I’d like to share … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Admissions, Miscellaneous, Student Life
Tagged Business Values, Community, Giving Back, Global, Leadership, Personal Insight, Program Insight, Teamwork
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A Grad Student’s New Year’s Resolutions:
Drink less vanilla-flavored coffee and more green tea No more jalapeño chips before lunch Pack a lunch for long school days Get better at carpooling to school No more parking tickets Remember my name tent every day Get a job … Continue reading
Posted in Miscellaneous, Student Life
Tagged Fun, Holidays, Personal Insight, Winter Break
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The End of Five Long Months
Can’t Believe We’ve Come So Far Already I cannot believe how quickly the time has passed. Somehow it is December. I feel like it was only weeks ago that we were sitting in orientation learning about the adventure all of … Continue reading
