University of Chicago: “The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is pleased to welcome three new faculty members whose research sits at the forefront of artificial intelligence, language, behavior, and societal impact. As part of Booth’s continued investment in AI and its role in shaping business, markets, and institutions, these new scholars bring diverse perspectives, a collaborative spirit, and a shared commitment to both foundational research and real-world impact. Learn more about incoming faculty members Kawin Ethayarajh, Suproteem Sarkar, and Ted Sumers.”

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DON’T MISS: MEET CHICAGO BOOTH’S MBA CLASS OF 2026

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Berkeley, CA: “Four new professors joined the academic faculty at the Haas School of Business this fall, bringing expertise in urban economics, digital marketplaces and online platforms, behavioral economics, and real estate.

“We are continuing to attract the best-of-the-best to UC Berkeley and Haas, and this year is no exception,” said Dean Jenny Chatman. “These four top-tier academics will each add unique research and teaching strengths to our growing faculty.”

In addition to the new academic faculty members, nine new lecturers will begin teaching on the professional faculty.”

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London Business School Celebrates 60th Anniversary

London Business School: “As London Business School (LBS) marks the close of its 60th anniversary year, Deans and Principals from past and present have taken the opportunity to reflect on the institution’s remarkable journey and their own experiences through its evolution.

LBS was founded in 1964 as the London Graduate School of Business, opening its doors to just 36 students under the leadership of Principal Dr Arthur Earle (1965–1972). The School quickly established itself as a pioneer in business education, launching innovative programmes and building a reputation for academic excellence.

Over the decades, the School expanded its global reach and programmes, including the introduction of the Master in Finance in 1993, a campus in Dubai in 2007, and the acquisition of the iconic Marylebone Town Hall—now the Sammy Ofer Centre—in 2017.

The School’s leadership has been instrumental in shaping its direction.

Lady Lindsay Ball, widow of Sir James (Jim) Ball, Principal from 1972 to 1984, recalled Jim’s approach to building the School’s reputation among business and political leaders. “Every Wednesday, we would host a dinner for the captains of industry to introduce them to the School – from Margaret Thatcher to Denis Healy and Lord Wilson.

“London Business School was everything to Jim and I’m proud to remain a part of the community today.”

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DON’T MISS: HOW LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL’S NEW 1-YEAR MBA IS A TESTING GROUND FOR AI-FIRST BUSINESS EDUCATION

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Forté Foundation 2025 Conference Attracts 555 Attendees

Forté Foundation: “Surrounded by some of the country’s highest peaks, Denver was a fitting host for the 555 guests of Forté’s 2025 MBA Leadership Conference, as they reached new heights before beginning the world’s leading MBA programs.

The lively and inspirational, two-day event featured engaging plenary sessions, engrossing workshops and panels, a Career Expo offering 1:1 conversations with representatives from leading firms in tech, consulting, finance, investment banking, marketing, consumer packaged goods, and more – and a whole lot of networking.

A hand-selected group of successful, savvy businesswomen across industries, geographies, and roles served as distinguished panelists and speakers, including:

• Chakilla Robinson-White, Chief Learning and Fulfillment Officer at DaVita
• Betsy Frost, Chief Executive Officer of Q Mixers
• Hailey Sullivan, Chief Marketing Officer of Denver Broncos
• Caitlin McLaughlin, Chief People Officer at Lafayette Square
• Noemie Tilghman, Partner at Deloitte

In addition, nearly 200 students joined the pre-conference Breaking Barriers Symposium with Denise Woodard, Founder and CEO of Partake Foods, delivering the keynote and Orion Brown, Founder and CEO of BlackTravelBox®, serving as moderator.”

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DON’T MISS: MBA PAY GAPS, PROMOTION DISPARITIES & LEADERSHIP BARRIERS PERSIST FOR WOMEN & MINORITIES: NEW FORTÉ STUDY

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A Look Inside George Washington’s Consulting Abroad Program

George Washington University: “Dominique Hunt recently returned from a two-week consulting trip to the United Arab Emirates, where she worked on a project for Damas, a luxury jewelry brand headquartered in Dubai.

The project was done through the Consulting Abroad Program (CAP), a component of the Global MBA at the George Washington University School of Business. Global & Experiential Education (G&EE) developed CAP in 2009, making GWSB the first full-time MBA program in the United States to integrate an international action-learning component into its curriculum.

“It was such an amazing experience,” Hunt said. “Having that global element really pushes you to see how business adapts and operates in different environments. It broadens your horizons. You’re no longer just thinking from a domestic perspective. Being immersed in another culture forces you to shift your thinking, which helps you grow not just as a business leader, but as a person.”

The trip marked the end of Hunt’s first year in GW’s Global MBA program and reinforced for her that she made the right choice in schools.

According to G&EE Director Sarah LaRosa, the CAP program was developed to provide an opportunity for students to apply all they learned in their first year to address a real-world global business challenge, while developing essential skills needed for career success including teamwork, oral communication, project management and creative problem solving. More than 1,400 Global MBA alumni have participated in CAP since its creation.”

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