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Navigating Market Uncertainty: Lessons from an MBA Student in the Cayuga Fund
Owais Aslam, MBA ’25 shares his experience in the Cayuga Fund, the student-led investment fund.

Stablecoins: Importance in Emerging Markets and Recommended Regulatory Framework
Stablecoins offer a solution for cross-border payments and wealth preservation in emerging markets.

Discovering Korea and Japan through Cornell’s MBA Winter Trek
Students explore the intersection of culture, innovation, and business strategy on Cornell Johnson’s MBA trek to Korea and Japan.

From Spring Trek to Italian Citizenship: A Baker Program Student’s Journey
Louis Guzzo, MPS ’23 obtains Italian citizenship three years after the Smith Family Business Institute’s Family Businesses in Italy trek.

The Future Is Now: India’s Journey to Becoming a Global Chip Powerhouse
Traditionally reliant on imports, India marches toward a $110 billion semiconductor industry by 2030, backed by investments and strategy.

Bubbles to Breakthroughs: Ithaca Soap Co.’s Patent Journey
Big Red Microenterprise students reflect on working with Ithaca Soap to capture interest and attract clientele for a patented soap packaging process

Park Perspective: A Breaking Point—and a Breakthrough
Lauren Whitehead, MBA ’26, first-year student, shares helpful tips for managing the rigor and pace of an Ivy League business school.

Women Leaders Discuss Barriers to Venture Capital
Panelists say relationships, mentorship, and allyship can help mitigate some of the challenges women face in entering the field.

Success in Investment Management: Spotlight on Kira Connors ’07, MBA ’12
Kira Connor shares how her Cornell MBA launched her successful career pivot into investment research.