Wharton Stories

Sona Sundaramurthy with classmates in Bangkok
“I chose the Global Cohort for its diverse international students, ensuring richer perspectives, global insights, and being part of a truly global classroom,” says Sachin Bid, WG’25.

Student Journeys: Exploring Wharton’s Global Cohort Experience

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

Man in a suit holding a basketball
“I wanted to put myself in the best position to grow and learn from the best. At the end of the day, I’d be a better lawyer for having a business education,” says Sekou Lewis, WG’25.

How a Wharton MBA is Adding Value for the Mavericks General Counsel

Alex lying on a grass lawn, using a laptop while resting his head on a backpack.
Alex Zhou, C’25, W’25, explains how he merged his interdisciplinary education to become a more creative business thinker.

The Economy of Words

A group of hikers sitting on a grassy plain, resting and enjoying the view of a snow-capped mountain under a cloudy sky
Jaein Kim, W’25, reflects on her weeklong Wharton Leadership Ventures Expedition backpacking in Ecuador.

A Step at a Time: From Cotopaxi to Antisana

Bo Zhao walking with her toddler daughter in a stroller on a stone path through greenery. Credit: Cham Zhao
“Wharton doesn’t just provide you with knowledge for two years—it gives you a lifetime of resources and connections that continue to support you long after graduation,” says Bo Zhao, WG’18.

Wharton MBA Exec Mom is Revolutionizing the Baby Gear Industry

Amanda Cui reclines on a red blanket, holding a square mirror that reflects her face and upper body. She wears a metallic, deep red pleated top. Her reflection in the mirror shows a composed, introspective expression.
Amanda Cui, W’25, started Humans of Penn as a way to have numerous conversations and capture the various perspectives across Penn’s campus.

Major: Economics. Minor: Humanity. The Storyteller behind Humans of Penn

Wharton Global Cohort students in Berlin and Bangkok. Credit: Wharton Alumni Magazine
Members of Wharton’s first Global Executive MBA cohort reflect on their academic journeys and the opportunities the program’s hybrid design unlocked for them.

Education Without Borders

Photo credits : Courtesy of Penn Abroad
PGS: Global Aging – Challenges and Opportunities

Visiting the Warm Heart of Africa

Wide-angle image of William’s Cafe's front area, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere and a bustling coffee shop environment.
How Olivia Turman, W’26, found community, leadership, and clarity through Williams Café.

Brewing Business: A Wharton Undergrad’s Experience Managing Penn’s Student-Run Café