Student Voices & Experiences

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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.

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Johnson School

Tolan Honored with Forté Foundation Award for Women’s Business Leadership

SC Johnson College MBA Student Hannah Tolan will receive the leadership honor at Forté annual conference in June.

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Nolan School

New Club Spreads Pickleball Fever at Cornell

Jason Cho ’27, Nolan School, helps propel the Cornell Pickleball Club to unexpected heights in its inaugural season.

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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

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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.

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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.

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What is ZIG, Zimbabwe’s Gold-Backed Digital Token?

ZIG aims to stabilize the economy but faces challenges related to inflation, adoption, and exchange rate volatility.

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Dyson School

Poets and Quants Ranks Dyson School No. 2 Among Business Programs

Poets and Quants’ ranking of the Dyson School rose four points to its highest position to date of No. 2, with a composite score of 98.9 out of 100.

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Park Perspective: Escaping and returning

Guy King, MBA ’26, reflects on personal growth through vulnerability