Duke Daytime MBA Student Blog

When my partner was admitted, we celebrated with excitement but also faced the uncertainty of starting from scratch.

The Bull City is a flexible environment that meets the evolving needs of Fuqua’s diverse community.

As I reflect on my path to Duke, I recognize that this experience is a culmination of years and years of work. This has grounded me in the present, allowing me to celebrate and reflect on who and where I am in the moment.

From day one, the Fuqua community was incredible in welcoming me and my husband.

Both Duke basketball and Fuqua understand that success isn't just about individual talent — it's about building a culture of excellence, fostering collaboration, and maintaining resilience under pressure.

A major part of my decision to attend Fuqua was to develop as a leader.

The Fuqua staff, at all levels, went above and beyond to give us the support we needed even while they were navigating all this uncertainty for the first time themselves.

In just five days, I experienced the heart of Team Fuqua: a place where collaboration thrives, kindness abounds, and every voice matters.

When I was applying to business school, I wasn’t sure how I would fit in as a student without a quantitative background.