This is Franci (section H) and Al (section D) and we’re the Co-Presidents of the African American Student Union (AASU). As many of you may know, on February 12, 1926, American historian Carter G. Woodson established Black History Week to celebrate the positive contributions made by people of African descent to our nation. For many… Continue reading A Word from HBS’ African American Student Union (AASU) Co-Presidents
Category: Club Corner
ONAIZAH PANHWAR & THE HBS PENSIEVE: What is your superpower?
By Christine Kang, WSA Director of Content As is tradition, in the HBS Pensieve we ask modest HBS students: what is your superpower? And while they answer, we draw out their incredible stories of perseverance, achievement, and leadership. This week we welcome Onaizah Panhwar (New Section I) to the Pensieve. It was a privilege to… Continue reading ONAIZAH PANHWAR & THE HBS PENSIEVE: What is your superpower?
Sports Update: HBS Ices Rivals
Dmitry Zhdankin reports on HBS’s hockey team, Blades, who are enjoying a winning start to the season. After just a few practices since the beginning of the semester, Blades—the HBS hockey team—posed victorious for photographs at the ice rink in Hanover, NH. Even though the official team gear did not arrive in time for the… Continue reading Sports Update: HBS Ices Rivals
850 people come together to raise $15k for charity with annual RLGC fashion show
Regular contributor Emily Dohse reports on the the eighth annual Retail & Luxury Goods Club Harvard Business School Charity Fashion Show. If you’re currently an RC, you may be panicking about how many 3s you’ll get this semester (probably one, someone has to get them). If you’re an EC, you’re definitely panicking about riding into the… Continue reading 850 people come together to raise $15k for charity with annual RLGC fashion show
Sound Society Hosts Global DJ Duo The Chainsmokers To Discuss The Business of Music
By Jeff Zeller (EC), Founder of the HBS Sound Society There are consistent elements that set up a company for success: an addressable market, effective communication with customers, capital, differentiation, and a strong support team. It’s no different with musicians, and DJ duo The Chainsmokers was at Harvard Business School on Monday to discuss… Continue reading Sound Society Hosts Global DJ Duo The Chainsmokers To Discuss The Business of Music
You’ve Been Invited to The Garbage Games
Blood rushes to the surface of your skin as your heart races and adrenaline pounds through your veins. A bead of sweat rolls off your cheek and splashes on the floor. In an instant, the games have begun. Shrieks echo off the walls as you wade through a pile of refuse, fighting for the highest… Continue reading You’ve Been Invited to The Garbage Games
LGBT History Month Q&A with Club Co-Presidents
In honor of October’s National LGBT History Month, The Harbus asked the Co-Presidents of HBS’s LGBT-SA and Allies student clubs to talk about the goals of their organizations, the significance of LGBT History Month, and how certain historical events have made a huge impact on the country. The Harbus: How has your organization been helping… Continue reading LGBT History Month Q&A with Club Co-Presidents
Why I started HBS’s newest student club, the music-minded “Sound Society”
Newly minted Co-President of Sound Society, Jeff Zeller, explains why he started the club, and what students can expect from it. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]A[/stag_dropcap]s a student who loves music, I’ve been frustrated with the lack of a significant presence for music on campus. Seeking to remedy this, I have, along with a group of RCs,… Continue reading Why I started HBS’s newest student club, the music-minded “Sound Society”
Reflections on Harvard Business School India Conference 2015
Cherian Kurien (EC), on behalf of the co-Chairs of the conference, reflects on the 2015 India conference, which this year was titled “India’s path to global leadership”. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]T[/stag_dropcap]he India conference is an annual event organized by Harvard students. The conference has in the past focused on a plethora of issues related to India.… Continue reading Reflections on Harvard Business School India Conference 2015
HBS Latin American Conference 2015: OUR OWN WAY
ECs Maria-Fe Razetto and Sebastian Valenzuela, Co-Chairs of HBS’ upcoming XVII Latin American Conference, tells us how the event will gather business and policy leaders from the region embracing the uniqueness and unlocked potential for its countries. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]I[/stag_dropcap]n a context that has disfavored the appetite for emerging economies in general, and Latin America in particular, the upcoming edition… Continue reading HBS Latin American Conference 2015: OUR OWN WAY
2015 Dynamic Women in Business Conference: Going Beyond
WSA Communications Director Angela Winkel reports on the 2015 edition of the Dynamic Women in Business Conference. 1100 attendees. 800+ tweets. 22 panels. 10 lessons that empowered. Seven lessons that energized – and deftly merged stand-up comedy with women’s empowerment. Three lessons that inspired. One case launched. Nine months of planning. One incredible day. … Continue reading 2015 Dynamic Women in Business Conference: Going Beyond
Real Estate Venture Competition Launched by HBS and Graduate School of Design to Encourage the Convergence of Real Estate and Tech
Together, the seven of us (Faisal Almogren, Marcus Goodwin, Chris Lawlor, Kunal Lunawat, Lauren McClellan, Brynne Mcnulty and Anthony Stahl) from the business and design schools have started a pitch competition to fuel innovation with tech in real estate. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]A[/stag_dropcap]n antiquated asset class worth one trillion dollars by itself, real estate has been… Continue reading Real Estate Venture Competition Launched by HBS and Graduate School of Design to Encourage the Convergence of Real Estate and Tech
An Afternoon with Stephen Schwarzman
Regular contributor Patrick Daniel reports on the highlights from Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman’s recent time on campus. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]W[/stag_dropcap]hen Stephen A. Schwarzman, chairman and CEO of The Blackstone Group, visited Harvard last month, I felt inspired by his stories and the lessons that he shared with students. Schwarzman is known for having co-founded The… Continue reading An Afternoon with Stephen Schwarzman
Business Shows Feminism How It’s Done
Angela Winkle (RC) and Communications Director for the WSA looks at how powerful men have advanced feminism, and asks how all HBS students can use their positions to privilege to do the same. [stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]2[/stag_dropcap]014 has been touted as watershed year for feminism: the year men become active participants. Elizabeth Nyamayaro, founder of the UN’s… Continue reading Business Shows Feminism How It’s Done
Race for SA Co-Presidency Underway
[stag_dropcap font_size=”50px” style=”normal”]T[/stag_dropcap]he race to find out who will be the Co-Presidents of the Students Association for 2015-16 started February 3, when interested candidates indicated their interest in running. The candidate list will be confirmed by February 5 and campaigning will begin February 9. Once candidates are announced, they will have two weeks to campaign… Continue reading Race for SA Co-Presidency Underway
Are we on the verge of a Middle-Eastern Silicon Valley?
By Steve Hind & Nabil Mohamed The Harvard Arab Weekend gets Interesting. You may have noticed a large number of foreigners walking around campus two weekends ago, making their way to panels in Aldrich or receptions in Spangler. As it turns out, that was the Harvard Arab Weekend (HAW). And it’s quite a big deal.… Continue reading Are we on the verge of a Middle-Eastern Silicon Valley?
“You can never be overdressed or overeducated”: The RLGC HBS Fashion Show
By Emily Dohse The Harbus columnist Emily Dohse had front row seats at the RLGC’s 7th Annual Charity Fashion Show. Here is what you missed or (if you went to the afterparty) don’t remember. When Oscar Wilde said, “You can never be overdressed or overeducated,” he had probably just attended the HBS fashion show. On… Continue reading “You can never be overdressed or overeducated”: The RLGC HBS Fashion Show
Sam Altman: Founders need passion – which MBAs lack
By Patrick Daniel Regular contributor Patrick Daniel reports on President of Y Combinator Sam Altman’s keynote at this year’s Cyberposium. When Sam Altman, President of Y Combinator, delivered the keynote at this year’s Cyperposium, an annual student-run conference on the business of technology, students were eager to follow up with questions and ideas. One student… Continue reading Sam Altman: Founders need passion – which MBAs lack
Partner Spotlight: Carolina Baena (ND), Latin Club Partner Rep and Jewellery Designer
By Emily Dohse Partner Spotlight: Carolina Baena (ND), Latin Club Partner Rep and Jewellery Designer The Harbus’ partner columnist Emily Dohse profiles another awesome HBS partner. This edition it’s Caro Baena, a proud Colombian, an entrepreneur and a brilliant jewellery designer. Meet Carolina Baena, partner and wife of RC Daniel Raffo in Section D! Originally from… Continue reading Partner Spotlight: Carolina Baena (ND), Latin Club Partner Rep and Jewellery Designer
Wine in Business : Dress Shoes, Stud earrings, Elaborate adjectives
I had the privilege of attending the Wine & Cuisine Society’s first wine tasting of the year, titled “Wine in Business”, led by William R. Tisherman, wine educator and editor for Wine Enthusiast and Beverage Media. Tish, as Tisherman prefers to be called, completed his undergrad at Harvard University with a degree in Psychology, quickly… Continue reading Wine in Business : Dress Shoes, Stud earrings, Elaborate adjectives
THE HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL INVESTMENT CONFERENCE 2014
Purchase Tickets Keynote Speakers Seth Klarman, President and CEO, The Baupost Group, (HBS ’82) Seth A. Klarman. Mr. Klarman is the President and CEO of The Baupost Group, L.L.C., which currently manages approximately $27 billion on behalf of individual and institutional clients. He has had primary responsibility for managing the investments of Baupost since the… Continue reading THE HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL INVESTMENT CONFERENCE 2014
2014 Healthcare Conference at HBS Tackles Tough Issues in Today’s Healthcare Environment
On Saturday, February 8, 2014, over 700 corporate leaders, medical professionals, academics, and students from around the world will gather on the Harvard Business School campus for the 11th annual Healthcare Conference at HBS. The conference is one of the largest healthcare-focused business conferences in the world, and attendees will gather to engage in meaningful… Continue reading 2014 Healthcare Conference at HBS Tackles Tough Issues in Today’s Healthcare Environment
Newest Members of the Women’s Student Association
“Because a man’s intuition is just as good [as a woman’s]” Thanks, Raamin Mostaghimi (OJ), for sharing why you’re a part of the new WSA Manbassadors Program. Christian Bjelland’s (OH) reason for joining is a bit more simple: “I like women. My mum is one.” During the recent inaugural meeting of the EC Manbassadors… Continue reading Newest Members of the Women’s Student Association
October SAMBA Awards: Polls are Open!
October SAMBA Awards: Polls are Open! Have you witnessed an RC or EC demonstrate commendable leadership under strenuous or challenging circumstances? How about one who has gone above and beyond helping fellow students find internships or employment? Or a student who runs review sessions or coordinates other extracurricular academic-focused events to help a larger group? … Continue reading October SAMBA Awards: Polls are Open!
Making a Difference in Your Community: The Harbus Foundation in 2013-2014
Harvard Business School’s purpose is to educate leaders who “make a difference in the world.” The Harbus Foundation wants students to make a difference in Boston – right here, and right now. The Harbus Foundation is a philanthropic foundation on campus; in fact, it is the only MBA-student-run foundation in the country. With an endowment… Continue reading Making a Difference in Your Community: The Harbus Foundation in 2013-2014
Welcome from the WSA Leadership
You Spoke, We Listened. W51 Brings Exciting WSA Updates. From the new leadership team of the WSA, we’d like to officially welcome you to campus! It may seem like ages ago, but as last year wrapped up, we started acting on one of our highest priorities as incoming Co-Presidents of the WSA: listening. We spent… Continue reading Welcome from the WSA Leadership
CHAMPIONS: HBS Blades Win First McArthur Cup
On April 7, the HBS Blades Hockey Team was victorious for the first time ever in the McArthur Cup, the world’s largest MBA hockey tournament and a beloved Spring tradition on the HBS campus. Fourteen hockey teams were in attendance from across the continent, including an HBS Alumni team that made it to the B… Continue reading CHAMPIONS: HBS Blades Win First McArthur Cup
WSA Endows Fellowship for Future Women Leaders
During a two-day celebration of the 50th anniversary of women being admitted to Harvard Business School’s (HBS) MBA program, Dean Nitin Nohria announced the endowment of the Women’s Student Association Fellowship by the WSA. This is the first time in HBS’ history that a student organization has endowed a fellowship. The HBS Women’s Student Association… Continue reading WSA Endows Fellowship for Future Women Leaders
WSA Leans In With New Leaders
New WSA Leadership W51 > W50. This was the slogan of Amanda Burlison and Alexandra Daum’s campaign for the leadership of the WSA. Now at the helm of the largest student organization on campus, Amanda and Alexandra are determined to live up to this mantra. Their platform rests on three core pillars: raise the level… Continue reading WSA Leans In With New Leaders
Grand Designs
For most HBS students, the term “design thinking” conjures memories of the IDEO case study and accompanying shopping cart video, DASH Day and long afternoons in the Innovation Lab (I-Lab) piecing together viable FIELD II ideas. However, for ECs Jeremy Schreiber and Matt Guilford, design thinking extends far beyond new RC curriculum components. “The way… Continue reading Grand Designs