Stanford GSB Graduates 392 Full-Time MBAs

Hugs and embraces were shared all around between graduates, families, and friends. Photo by Nathan Allen

“Life is a team sport. No matter how self-reliant, or resilient, or talented we may think we are, none of us can get very far unless we surround ourselves with supportive teams, family, friends, and colleagues, who we like, we respect, and we trust.” — Pritzker on the support she received after the tragic passing of her father and her mother.

A graduate takes a moment to greet his family. Photo by Nathan Allen

One graduate helps another before walking across the stage. Photo by Nathan Allen

“In whatever room you find yourself in life — even the Situation Room — at a time when others want to build walls, you are more likely to accomplish your goals by building bridges.” — Pritzker on her time as the U.S. secretary of commerce for former President Barack Obama. The statement earned loud applause.

A student takes a photo of the crowd before receiving his diploma. Photo by Nathan Allen

“Problem sets and presentations were often prepared in the hot tub. But that’s another story.” — Pritzker joked of the “hard work” she and her GSB classmates did.

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