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Success in the modern world requires more than just hard skills or soft skills. You need analytical expertise that will empower you to use data to solve complex problems. Creative skills that will help you innovate and think outside the box. Social skills that enable you to effectively share your vision and bring diverse groups of people together. And the ability to master each and combine them? That’s what you can expect when you Become a Kellogg Leader.

06/05/2026

Reflecting progress back out into the world 🪞

Check out how far construction has come at the new Ann Drake Executive Center.

A pivot that’s paid off Whit Bernard ’13 MBA came to Kellogg as a self-described “recovering musician” ready to chart a ...
06/04/2026

A pivot that’s paid off

Whit Bernard ’13 MBA came to Kellogg as a self-described “recovering musician” ready to chart a new path. Thirteen years after graduating, he’s built a career at the intersection of healthcare and innovation.

As co-founder of Population Health Partners (PHP), Whit invests in cutting-edge therapeutics with the potential to transform health outcomes for large populations. In 2025, he sold his biopharma startup, Metsera, to Pfizer for $10 billion, creating new opportunities for PHP to explore projects from cardiovascular prevention to allergy and sleep to menopause.

Whit points to his Kellogg experience as an important part of his journey.

“Kellogg was a complete professional reset for me, establishing foundational skills ranging from strategy to marketing to organizational change to analytics,” he says. “Mine is not a linear story, and so I encourage students from non-traditional backgrounds to never doubt what’s possible.”

Learn more about Whit’s path to becoming a : https://kell.gg/tlsw

“We often view career ladders as vertical. In reality, the most interesting careers look like jungle gyms.” As graduatio...
06/03/2026

“We often view career ladders as vertical. In reality, the most interesting careers look like jungle gyms.”

As graduation approaches, students may be feeling the pressure of taking “the perfect first step” following months of recruiting. For those students, Stacy Sukov Blackman ’99 MBA has a reminder:

“An MBA is a long-game investment,” she says. “You aren’t just building a resume; you are building the optionality to change your mind, change your industry and change the world — multiple times over.”

Check out the five lessons Stacy’s learned from the thousands of MBA journeys she’s witnessed during her 25-year career and as host of her podcast, “B-Schooled.”

🔀 Your first post-MBA role does not define your trajectory

📈 Success is rarely linear — and that’s a good thing

🤝 Reputation is a compounding asset

💪 Adaptability is the ultimate ROI

⚖️ Weigh values over titles

Dive into these career lessons ➡️ https://kell.gg/ee8449

“What strikes me about the Kellogg community is the sheer number of people who genuinely care about sustainability and t...
06/01/2026

“What strikes me about the Kellogg community is the sheer number of people who genuinely care about sustainability and the shared belief that business can be a powerful force for progress.”

Hannah Gould ’26 Two-Year Program came to Kellogg to build a well-rounded business toolkit and deepen her sustainability skill set. The Abrams Climate Academy has played a central role in helping her reach that goal.

A yearlong fellowship that connects graduate students across Northwestern, the Abrams Climate Academy deliberately creates an interdisciplinary cohort to approach climate challenges from multiple angles. Throughout the year, Fellows learn directly from the sustainability leaders shaping the energy transition while also gaining hands-on experience by partnering with one of seven companies to consult on climate business challenges.

As a member of the inaugural cohort, community has been the heart of Hannah’s experience. Hear directly from her and some of her peers on how the program reinforces the importance of climate work.

Read more in Poets&Quants: https://kell.gg/b0a409

Congratulations to the 2026 Kellogg Youn Impact Scholars! From advancing educational policy at home and abroad to impro...
05/29/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Kellogg Youn Impact Scholars!

From advancing educational policy at home and abroad to improving the quality of healthcare for millions of people to championing democracy across the country, we’re honoring these 10 alumni for their proven impact and vision for change.

Each year, Kellogg names five Impact Leaders and five Emerging Changemakers to the Impact Scholar community, which meets at Kellogg biennially to discuss ideas and insights with current students and faculty.

Cheers to this year’s honorees:

Hope Allen ’22 MBA

Mariana Benavides ’10 MBA

Ben Chou ’20 JD, MBA

Richa Jatia ’26 MBA

Temina Lalani-Shariff ’08 MBA

Nedra Lucas ’22 MBA

Devin Rapson ’22 MBA

Ashish Sinha ’23 MBA

Bruno Tsunashima Enachev ’26 MBA

Chezare Warren ’24 MBA

Learn more about the impressive and inspiring work of the 2026 Youn Impact Scholars: https://kell.gg/db06a9

05/28/2026

“The complexity appeals to me. I'm a problem solver.”

Healthcare at Kellogg offers a rare blend of strategic thinking and real-world impact. It’s built for those who want to creatively solve the industry’s biggest problems.

Hear more from Professor Amanda Starc, Tassos Gianakakos ’95 MBP and Jake Howell ’24 MBA on how Kellogg develops quality leaders ready to make a real difference.

Congratulations to the Kellogg students who won this year’s Turner MIINT Competition, bringing home the $50,000 Moelis F...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to the Kellogg students who won this year’s Turner MIINT Competition, bringing home the $50,000 Moelis Family Prize for best overall impact investment.

Gibb Anella ’27 Two-Year MBA, Paul Esslinger ’27 Two-Year MBA, Richa Jatia ’26 One-Year MBA, Liusine Khachumova ’26 Two-Year MBA and Kunal Vats ’27 Two-Year MBA earned the top prize for their presentation of Brisil Technologies Private Limited, an India-based company working to make silica production greener and more sustainable.

Over the six-month competition, the team took on the role of impact investors by developing a climate adaptation and resilience thesis, sourcing and evaluating startups, conducting due diligence and presenting an early-stage investment recommendation to an expert judging panel.

A well-earned recognition for the team and a meaningful milestone for impact investing at Kellogg.

Just a few weeks until the tassels turn. 🎓💜Class of 2026, your Kellogg moment is almost here.
05/21/2026

Just a few weeks until the tassels turn. 🎓💜
Class of 2026, your Kellogg moment is almost here.

Now in its 33rd year, the Kellogg Leadership & Governance Conference invited global CEOs and board directors to campus f...
05/20/2026

Now in its 33rd year, the Kellogg Leadership & Governance Conference invited global CEOs and board directors to campus for a rare closed-door discussion among peers navigating complex, high-stakes challenges in business and society.

This year’s program featured Jamie Dimon, Chairman and CEO of JPMorganChase; Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines; Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon; and Brett Leatherman, Assistant Director of the FBI Cyber Division.

Our exceptional moderators, including Jason Birnbaum, CIO, United Airlines; Drew Bagley, chief privacy and policy officer, CrowdStrike; Andrea Redmond, board director, Allstate; and Roxanne Austin, president and CEO, Austin Investment Advisors, steered the conversation with probing questions that elicited candid answers from their CEO leaders.

Discussions spanned AI-driven competitive advantage, AI and cyber risk as an enterprise risk – including threats from within, and how the current global environment is shaping business decisions, reinforcing the interconnected challenges leaders face today.

Executives and directors representing nearly 250 boards participated, bringing perspectives from industries across the global economy to the Kellogg campus in Evanston.

At the intersection of marketing, analytics and AI, Alex Schultz offered Kellogg students a look at what it takes to lea...
05/19/2026

At the intersection of marketing, analytics and AI, Alex Schultz offered Kellogg students a look at what it takes to lead in tech today.

Kellogg welcomed Schultz, CMO and VP Analytics at Meta, for a fireside chat moderated by Professor Nils Wernerfelt. The conversation covered his path from SEO to senior leadership, the connection between marketing and analytics, AI’s impact on advertising and the skills future marketers will need in a rapidly changing industry.

His visit also included a session with Kellogg faculty through the Ad-Tech Research Lab, where discussions centered on research, measurement and the future of digital advertising.

We’re grateful to Schultz for sharing his insights with the Kellogg community.

Two Kellogg professors. One global list recognizing rising stars in MBA education.Congratulations to William Brady, assi...
05/18/2026

Two Kellogg professors. One global list recognizing rising stars in MBA education.

Congratulations to William Brady, assistant professor of management and organizations, and Jacob Teeny, associate professor of marketing, who have been named to Poets&Quants’ “World’s Best 40-Under-40 MBA Professors of 2026” list.

Brady studies how psychology and technology shape emotion, morality and group behavior. Teeny explores how persuasion, influence and communication are evolving in the AI era.

Read more about this year’s Kellogg honorees: https://kell.gg/852939

“What strikes me about the Kellogg community is the sheer number of people who genuinely care about sustainability and t...
05/15/2026

“What strikes me about the Kellogg community is the sheer number of people who genuinely care about sustainability and the shared belief that business can be a powerful force for progress.”

Hannah Gould ’26 Two-Year Program came to Kellogg to build a well-rounded business toolkit and deepen her sustainability skill set. The Abrams Climate Academy has played a central role in helping her reach that goal.

A yearlong fellowship that connects graduate students across Northwestern, the Abrams Climate Academy deliberately creates an interdisciplinary cohort to approach climate challenges from multiple angles. Throughout the year, Fellows learn directly from the sustainability leaders shaping the energy transition while also gaining hands-on experience by partnering with one of seven companies to consult on climate business challenges.

As a member of the inaugural cohort, community has been the heart of Hannah’s experience. Hear directly from her and some of her peers on how the program reinforces the importance of climate work.

Read more in Poets&Quants: https://kell.gg/75dx

Before David Schwimmer was cast in "Friends," he was a Northwestern student with an idea, $3,000 in Bar Mitzvah money an...
05/13/2026

Before David Schwimmer was cast in "Friends," he was a Northwestern student with an idea, $3,000 in Bar Mitzvah money and enough conviction to rent a theater off campus.

That first self-produced show became an early lesson in entrepreneurship, collaboration and persistence. Years later, Schwimmer would go on to co-found Lookingglass Theatre Company, building an ensemble rooted in shared ownership, creative risk-taking and trust.

In a recent fireside chat at Kellogg, Schwimmer reflected on the nonlinear path from student dreamer to actor, director and entrepreneur. Even after the life-changing success of “Friends,” he remained grounded in the ensemble mentality that shaped his early career.

“Over the years, what I found was that this group of people has made me feel the most like myself. They became the antidote to an often ego-driven industry,” Schwimmer said.

For Kellogg students, the conversation offered a candid look at what it means to lead with purpose, stay true to your values and build something that lasts.

Read more: https://kell.gg/58b839

Kellogg looks pretty good in purple and petals. 💜🌷
05/12/2026

Kellogg looks pretty good in purple and petals. 💜🌷

05/11/2026

Connection is your first Kellogg milestone 🤝

With 30+ global destinations to choose from and an annual tradition that keeps everyone’s background a secret, every KWEST trip begins with a little mystery. These signature pre-orientation trips are an opportunity for incoming students to form deep and genuine connections before classes begin in the fall.

Margie Sosa ’27 JD, MBA Program took it one step further by signing up for the 2025 KWEST mystery trip. She and her fellow KWESTees stayed in the dark about their final destination until a connecting flight announcement told them they were headed to Oman.

Watch Margie’s recap video to see how Oman became the backdrop for connection and community.

05/08/2026

History class reimagined 💥

Stephane Manuel ’19 MBA, MS founded TrueFiktion to bring history to life through curriculum shaped by educators, artists and students. A former Army officer with no prior comic book experience, he now collaborates with Marvel and DC artists to blend education and visual storytelling in the classroom.

What would you redesign in your industry if you could start from scratch?

Days like this at the Global Hub 🌈🌈
05/07/2026

Days like this at the Global Hub 🌈🌈

A week ago, the Kellogg community came together for With Gratitude, an evening dedicated to honoring alumni whose leader...
05/07/2026

A week ago, the Kellogg community came together for With Gratitude, an evening dedicated to honoring alumni whose leadership and service continue to shape our school.

This year’s Alumni Award recipients represent the strength of the Kellogg Full Circle: leaders who give back, build connection and create impact far beyond campus.

Congratulations to:
- Joseph SUN ’96 MBA, Wade Fetzer Award
- Pete Sonsini ’96 MBA, Distinguished Alumni Service Award
- Charlie Baker ’86 MBA, Schaffner Award
- Alyssa Posklensky ’21 MBA, Young Alumni Award

We are grateful for the example you set and the lasting mark you continue to make on Kellogg. hashtag

AI: Find it, bottle it, scale it ✅ Professor Birju Shah was a featured speaker at the 2026 Miami Tech Summit where he jo...
05/07/2026

AI: Find it, bottle it, scale it ✅

Professor Birju Shah was a featured speaker at the 2026 Miami Tech Summit where he joined Javi Borges, Global and Americas Media & Entertainment Sector Leader at EY, for a fireside chat on using AI effectively and responsibly.

Their conversation offered actionable advice on topics such as proving humanity to AI agents, distinguishing predictive AI from truly creative work and Professor Shah’s “find it, bottle it, scale it” framework for driving real impact with AI.

Kellogg was proud to be one of the sponsors of this year’s Miami Tech Summit which annually brings top minds together to address the most pressing questions in U.S. technology policy.

A KWEST trip, 12 wedding guests and one very Kellogg story of community. 💜For Anand Chatterjee ’27 Two-Year Program and ...
05/06/2026

A KWEST trip, 12 wedding guests and one very Kellogg story of community. 💜

For Anand Chatterjee ’27 Two-Year Program and his wife, KWEST Colombia brought together a group of classmates who quickly became friends. From shared hikes to meaningful conversations, the trip created bonds that lasted well beyond the experience.

Months later, that same group showed up again. This time, they traveled from Texas, Boston, Chicago, New Jersey and India to celebrate Anand and his wife’s wedding.

A reminder that Kellogg friendships can begin anywhere, even halfway around the world.

05/05/2026

Kellogg Reunion gave alumni the chance to return to campus, reconnect with classmates and reflect on the moments that stayed with them.

For many, the memories came back through the people: roommates, classmates and friends who helped shape their Kellogg experience.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Reunion and brought so much joy, history and heart back to campus. We are grateful for the stories you shared and the community you continue to build.

Some places stay with you long after you leave.This past weekend, Kellogg alumni came back to campus for Reunion 2026 to...
05/04/2026

Some places stay with you long after you leave.

This past weekend, Kellogg alumni came back to campus for Reunion 2026 to reconnect, reflect and celebrate the people, places and moments that shaped their Kellogg experience. Across faculty sessions, class gatherings and conversations with old friends, the weekend was filled with the kind of energy that makes this community feel like home.

Thank you to our alumni for coming back and bringing Kellogg to life once again.

Building something new rarely starts from scratch. In a new Business Insider story, Allison Sheehan ’27 Two-Year Program...
04/30/2026

Building something new rarely starts from scratch.

In a new Business Insider story, Allison Sheehan ’27 Two-Year Program, shares how her time at Goldman Sachs gave her tools she now uses to scale her baking startup, Alleycat. From managing costs to making sharper decisions under pressure, she reflects on how skills like capital allocation, responsiveness and precision have translated into building a business from the ground up.

Allison's journey is a reminder that entrepreneurship is often shaped by the experiences you carry with you, and that reinvention often builds on what you already know.

Read more at the link: https://kell.gg/b49adb

Ellie Bentley ’27 Two-Year Program knew from conversations with students, professors and alumni that Kellogg prioritizes...
04/29/2026

Ellie Bentley ’27 Two-Year Program knew from conversations with students, professors and alumni that Kellogg prioritizes community and collaboration.

But she didn’t have to take their word for it. She got to experience it for herself during her Day at Kellogg (DAK) visit, where students welcomed her and candidly answered questions at a small group dinner.

“Their genuine care and desire to help us make the best decisions for ourselves demonstrated the supportive nature of the Kellogg community,” she says.

Ellie was also impressed by Kellogg’s pathway offerings, especially the Private Equity and Venture Capital Pathway and the Sustainability: Climate, Environment, and Energy Pathway. “Kellogg’s breadth of innovative sustainability offerings and unparalleled experiential learning opportunities makes it the ideal MBA program.”

The tight-knit community in Evanston, plus the proximity to the big-city energy of Chicago, helped her confirm her decision with confidence. Meet Ellie: https://kell.gg/66qc

“India hits different.”For Jake Camp ’26 Executive MBA Program, Kellogg’s TechVenture India course began as an immersive...
04/28/2026

“India hits different.”

For Jake Camp ’26 Executive MBA Program, Kellogg’s TechVenture India course began as an immersive look at India’s technology evolution, startup ecosystem and rapid pace of innovation. It also led him somewhere unexpected: a rural blueberry farm in Karnataka.

Taught by Professor Mohan Sawhney, TechVenture India gives EMBA students a firsthand look at how business, technology and entrepreneurship are reshaping one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

For Jake, the experience came to life in the contrasts: ancient temples beside modern tech campuses, ambitious startups building with remarkable resourcefulness and a quiet blueberry farm where a founder’s humility and life’s work moved him deeply.

Between India’s modern ambitions, ancient traditions and the genuine warmth of the people he met, Jake left inspired, connected and unexpectedly homesick for a country that isn’t even his own.

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