Wharton Stories: Graduation

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“At Wharton, I gained skills in finance and leadership,” says Michael Greer, WG’21, CEO of ArtsFund. “But, just as importantly, I built a network of people across industries: tech, aerospace, venture capital, government.”

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Narmin Aydamirova WG25 (left) and husband Fardi Rahimli WG25 graduated with son Aras in tow on May 18. (Images courtesy of Narmin Aydamirova)
An international couple completed the MBA program together while raising a son.

It Takes a Village

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Mercedee Renz Hutton, WG21, said the EMBA program gave her the knowledge and confidence needed to drive change. It also gave her the opportunity to interview Sundar Pichai, WG’02, CEO of Google and Alphabet, at graduation.

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The Welcome Tent, open May 19, will provide guests with the information they need, Wharton swag, and an Instagram-worthy photo wall.

What You Can Find at the Welcome Tent on Graduation Day

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Watch: Video Highlights from the 2018 MBA Graduation Ceremony

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Some of the brightest minds in business — and business school — shared these words of wisdom, and they’re not just for new grads.

The Most Inspiring Quotes from Wharton’s 2018 Graduation Speeches

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Top Spots for Wharton Grads to Take Graduation Photos on Penn’s Campus

An EMBA West graduate fixing the cap of her fellow graduate.
Here are a few tips to help you dress the part for graduation day, including how the hood is supposed to look.

6 Tips to Put On Your Graduation Regalia the Right Way

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Although it may look uniform, traditional graduation regalia has a lot of little intricacies that reveal specific details about your degree.

The Story Behind Your Cap and Gown

Alumni in sunglasses marching at the 2015 MBA graduation ceremony, waving a giant Alumni flag.
This moment is so important because it marks the next phase of their long-term relationship with Wharton and their membership in our global alumni community.

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