My grandmother hardly leaves the house nowadays. She cries over almost everything. She is anxious and worried all the time. In short, she’s depressed. For a long time I thought I was alone in suffering from depression. That is one of the symptoms in fact-to think that no one cares, that no one can possibly… Continue reading Letter to a Young RC
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Member of 2008 Class Reflects on March Admitted Students Weekend
As a recently admitted member of HBS’ Class of 2008, Apar Kothari candidly shares her experience from Admitted Students Weekend (March 2 – 4). Admitted Students’ Weekend proved to be a huge success, as HBS students and faculty welcomed approximately 300 new admits to the Class of 2008 and 60 spouses and/or significant others. Each… Continue reading Member of 2008 Class Reflects on March Admitted Students Weekend
Career Perspectives: Brand Management
RC: Ali FakhariCompany: Harrah’s EntertainmentWebsite: www.harrahs.comIndustry: Gaming and EntertainmentPosition/Function: Brand Management and MarketingLocation: Las Vegas, NVResponsibilities: Managing a newly acquired brand So what do Brand Managers do?Brand Managers are responsible for making a company’s most treasured asset, its reputation, even more valuable and pervasive. They do this by matching the overall business goals of the… Continue reading Career Perspectives: Brand Management
Most Plan to Travel, Spend Big for Thanksgiving Break
For those who celebrate, Thanksgiving often means lots of travel to see family sometimes scattered across the country (or the globe, for that matter). For others, the break next week means a chance to get off campus and see new places.ÿ Unfortunately, going anywhere means cracking open the ol’ checkbook. Many who forgo the break… Continue reading Most Plan to Travel, Spend Big for Thanksgiving Break
The HBS Section Retreat Experience: NI Heads to Mt. Snow, VT
Last weekend saw the one and only Section I venture out into the lovely surrounds of Mt. Snow in Vermont. Away from campus, the busy-ness of the week past was soon forgotten as action picked up with a dance party of the bus. Sectionmates and their partners (108 in total) gathered in the evening to… Continue reading The HBS Section Retreat Experience: NI Heads to Mt. Snow, VT
Going the Non-Profit Route: My Experience as a Service Leadership Fellow
Just one year ago I was in the same position as most of you-deciding which companies to interview with and not sure whether I should try to find my “dream job” or get some good consulting/banking experience first. I knew my long-term goal was to work in international development, but like so many others, I… Continue reading Going the Non-Profit Route: My Experience as a Service Leadership Fellow
Students, Partners Make Most of Club Fair
Every September, MBA student clubs set up in the Williams and Meredith Rooms of Spangler for two afternoons to promote themselves to the entire HBS student body. Students and partners are able to meet club members and/or officers and learn more about the benefits and activities of each club. The 2005 Club Fair took place… Continue reading Students, Partners Make Most of Club Fair
HBS Partners Prepare for a Lively Year on Campus
For HBS students, moving to Boston can be both exciting and a little scary. And, many of them didn’t make the move the alone. While official numbers state that 20% of students come to HBS with a significant other, or “partner,” in reality, the number seems much higher. Partners play an important role at HBS,… Continue reading HBS Partners Prepare for a Lively Year on Campus
Relationships Have Ups, Downs for RC's
At times the journey at HBS proves difficult for those with or without relationships outside of the classroom. The rigorous curriculum and social schedule make for a tough balancing act for those with partners, yet can prove to fruitful for those looking for love within the halls of HBS (and even outside). The Harbus asked… Continue reading Relationships Have Ups, Downs for RC's
