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Seasons of Growth: My First Year at Fuqua
These experiences and learnings have not only prepared me for the business world but have also shaped me into a more resilient and empathetic individual.
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A Journey of Growth and Adventure: MBA Treks Are More Than Vacations
Embarking on an enriching MBA trip during my second year at Fuqua taught me about leadership, organization and personal growth.
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My Philosophy that Inspired a First at Fuqua
Dreaming is simple, but fear and discomfort often set in when turning our dreams into reality.
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Making Fuqua My Home and Bringing Fuqua Home with Me
While I initially struggled to build a strong community at Fuqua, I eventually found my home here.
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Celebrating and Sharing Jewish Culture through the Jewish Business Association
As co-presidents of the Jewish Business Association (JBA), we are passionate about contributing to Fuqua’s diverse community.
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Sharing My Faith at Fuqua
As part of its focus on shaping future leaders who embrace diversity, I was happy to see that Fuqua offers many resources to students with religious identities.
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Embracing Diversity and Supporting the Latinx Community at Fuqua
While Fuqua offers a wealth of diversity, it has also given me a space to reconnect and support my Latinx peers.
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Partnering with Alumni to Create New Opportunities for Students
Because of the sense of community Fuqua generates, successful alumni aim to give back.
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Connecting With Classmates Through Cultural Experiences
The biggest takeaway from this journey for me is that I know I have so many people who support me and will advocate for me, for Taiwanese, and for East Asians.
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How Team Fuqua Empowered Me to Be My Authentic Self
As a queer woman in the process of coming out and earning an MBA in a new country, I was worried about being accepted and being able to live my life to the fullest, both professionally and personally.