Duke Weekend Executive MBA Student Blog

Fuqua has been transformative not just in building knowledge and skills, but in shaping how I see myself, others, and the future.

Looking back, I was afraid of change. But going to Duke gave me the confidence to leap from what was comfortable and grow in a new place.

When I got accepted, I was happy but also unsure. I didn’t have all the answers, but I would soon learn that I didn’t need them to experience a big transformation.

From the outside, navigating veterans' education benefits can seem like a complicated process.

The concept of “Team Fuqua” and its emphasis on social impact through business resonated deeply with my career aspirations.

My experience at Fuqua gave me the confidence to embark on this entrepreneurial journey and allowed me to go beyond traditional roles, setting up the infrastructure that we needed to get things off the ground and bring the product to market.

I came to Duke to layer business strategy on top of my design skills and be capable of creating the change I want to see in the world, but I quickly felt out of place.

Our team members at the financial aid office work hard to ensure that resources are transparent, personalized, and inclusive of all students, regardless of their background or citizenship.

Pursuing an MBA wasn’t a solo choice. It was about stewardship, about uniting where our family and business are today with where Duke could help take us tomorrow.

The admissions process goes beyond checking boxes. It centers on telling a story with clarity, purpose, and confidence.