Wharton Stories: Philadelphia

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Discover how a Wharton’s student innovative leadership and storytelling have brought Wharton’s academic vision to life.

Visionary Leadership in Wharton’s First Global Modular Course in Saudi Arabia

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Wharton first-years helped pilot a new activity that familiarized them with Philadelphia and connected them to each other in a meaningful way.

Finding Camaraderie by Finding City Hall

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Grace Gramins, W’26, finds harmony between music production and business.

Finding the Rhythm Behind Business Fundamentals

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An immersive look inside Team Sailing, a Wharton Leadership Venture designed to foster team cohesion in a high-pressure environment.

Trimming the Jib and Other Ways to Think About Business 

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Personal experience and selfless family sacrifice led Tsion Bezabih, W’27, to create a nonprofit aimed at helping young people connect.

Bridging the Cultural Divide

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Through the four-year consulting program at Penn, undergrads get real-time experience with startups almost from the minute they step on campus.

Making a Tangible Impact through Snider Consulting

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Third-year Anthony Wright describes taking an Academically Based Community Service (ABCS) course that teaches West Philadelphia middle- and high-school students financial literacy

Wharton Field Challenge: Empowering Financial Futures

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Third-year Chuby Madu, along with fellow Wharton students, launched Crayon Politics, a student-run platform dedicated to providing Gen Z with easy-to-understand data to be more informed voters.

Crayon Politics: Simplifying Complex Policy for Young Voters

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Sami Goel, W’25, balances her love for dance with her interest in business.

Making Moves

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“It was just unreal. You put all your time into making a mix, and then you put it on Spotify, and you go to Paris.” – Ajay Kilambi, W’25

Penn Masala’s Olympic Performance