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Tag Archives: Personal Insight
My Favorite Fuqua Professor — Michael Roach
If I asked you what separates a good professor from a great professor, what would you say? Would they make you call them “Oh captain, my captain?” or would it be requisite that they transform a rag-tag group into a … Continue reading
Where to Live in Durham
So you’ve decided that the MMS program is perfect for you and now you’re trying to decide where to live. Well, you’ve come to just the right place! I’ll be giving you the ultimate insider information about the places you’ve … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Around Campus, Around Durham, Student Life
Tagged Advice, Community, Dining, Housing, Lifestyle, Personal Insight
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Succeeding in a National Marketing Competition
Throughout the summer and fall terms, several case competitions were hosted at Fuqua (e.g. with Accenture — read a previous blog post about it). Yet, I was wondering whether a competition existed that was more specifically tailored toward solving marketing … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Events, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged Applicable Knowledge, Business Skills, Case Competition, Classes, Collaborative Learning, Communications, Cross-disciplinary, Extra-curricular, Fun, Hands-on Experience, Industry Insight, Learning, Marketing, MBA, Personal Insight, Student Club, Team Spirit, Teamwork, Travel
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OPT = Optional Practical Training for International Students
As graduation gets closer, many international students have already filed their Optional Practical Training (OPT) status with Duke Visa Services. Here is what I have found out about OPT and what it can do for me: Let’s say I got … Continue reading
Posted in Careers, International
Tagged Advice, Career Resource, Duke, Employment, International, Job Search, Law, Personal Insight, Resources, Service, Visa
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Holi – Festival of Colors
During the MMS program, I’ve been exposed to different cultures, since many of my classmates are international. Recently, some of my friends from India included me in one of their traditional celebrations. Being teammates with Siddharth Singh, and living right next to … Continue reading
Posted in Around Campus, Events, International, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged Community, Diversity, Extra-curricular, Fun, Fuqua Culture, Holidays, International, Personal Insight, Socializing, Traditions
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A True Cultural & Educational Exchange
It’s hard to believe that just 9 months ago I hadn’t even met any of my classmates, yet now they’re some of my closest friends. But what’s most interesting to me is how some of these friendships even started in … Continue reading
Finance Internship — A Gift that Keeps Giving
Climbing the corporate ladder requires one to gain a lot of experience, not only to get started, but also to obtain promotions. The former is often the greatest struggle for recent graduates at all levels (from high school to graduate … Continue reading
Posted in Academics, Alumni, Careers, Financial Services, Student Life
Tagged Alumni, Applicable Knowledge, Banking, Business Skills, Career Resource, Collaborative Learning, Employment, Finance, Hands-on Experience, Industry Insight, Internship, Job Opportunities, Learning, MBA, Networking, On the Job, Personal Insight, Resources, Winter Break, Winternship
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Overcoming Stage Fright
When I was little, I had severe stage fright. We’re talking SEVERE. For example, when I was just 3 years old, I marched up to my dance instructor, an intimidating former Rockette, and informed her that I wouldn’t be performing … Continue reading
Posted in About MMS, Academics, Events, International, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged Classes, Communications, Community, Diversity, Fun, Learning, Personal Insight, Student Club, Transformative Experience
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Application Tips from Admissions Officers
It’s application time for the MMS program! As an Admissions Ambassador, I’m often in contact with those involved in the admissions process, so I thought I’d see if they have any tips or insight to offer for those of you … Continue reading
My First Super Bowl
My classmate Zach gave me a high-five when I walked into the Satisfaction restaurant, saying “I am proud of you!” He was actually referring to the fact that I’d be watching the Super Bowl for the first time. I was … Continue reading
Posted in Around Durham, Events, International, Sports, Student Clubs, Student Life
Tagged Community, Dining, Football, Fun, International, Personal Insight, School/Work/Life Balance, Socializing, Sports, Team Spirit, Traditions
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