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Justin R T'13, March 06, 2012
Before I update you on my life the last two weeks, let me first apologize for not yet giving you the VIP tour of La Chateau PV 440. Finals week + technical difficulties. I’m working on it, and hoping to have it up and ready for your viewing pleasure when Continue ReadingLuis G - T'13, March 05, 2012
Prior to Tuck, I had not spent too much time in New England and the surrounding areas. Now that I'm in Hanover, it's the perfect time to visit nearby cities. One of the places that I recently visited is Portland, Maine. Portland is Continue ReadingLaura T'13, March 01, 2012
As I’m sure you’ve heard before, hockey is more than a game here at Tuck; it’s a way of life. The majority of people play hockey, no matter their athletic background (or even ability to skate). It is tons of fun and Continue Reading
Ken F. T'12, March 01, 2012
The wait is over. The book is out. Tuck strategy professor Ron Adner's groundbreaking work on innovation is available in all good book stores. Buy it, read it, use it, tell your friends. You can read the first chapter for free here. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? Continue ReadingMJZ, February 29, 2012
This post summarizes my Fall term at Tuck. Reflections on Fall I can’t believe I’m writing about being done with Fall term. Seeing as this is my first blog post, here’s some background and what I’ve been up to the last 3+ months: Continue Reading
Blythe C. TU'13, February 29, 2012
Dear Mom and Dad, Hope you are well! It's been a really busy week at Camp Tuck: Tuck Africa Week, big projects for Marketing and Strategy, final exams approaching, an event with other Forte Fellows, an Oscar Party, and Winter Carnival of course! Unfortunately, even though I helped to Continue ReadingDia D. - Admissions, February 28, 2012
This week we have T'01 and Director of Marketing and Communications Gina des Cognets serving up some advice and fond memories. Gina loved her Tuck experience so much that she couldn't wait to come back and has been a sparkly-eyed advocate for applicants and the envy of her B Continue ReadingKen F. T'12, February 27, 2012
Sam, a newly admitted student, recently submitted a question about the role of minis in the curriculum. I thought it best to answer in a separate post, as it is likely that more people will see the answer this way. First up, to Sam and all other admitted students for Continue ReadingLaura T'13, February 26, 2012
The on-campus recruiting process was definitely a whirlwind. There were so many companies coming on campus, so many of my fellow classmates in suits, and so much extra stress around campus. Luckily, this period is over. Not so luckily, I didn’t get an internship offer. Continue ReadingDia D. - Admissions, February 24, 2012
Stephen Pidgeon, T'07 shares his unique perspective as a Tuckie who has returned to the roost. Stephen is an Associate Director in Tuck's Career Development Office and returns to Tuck (family in tow) after a stint with McKinsey in London. Q1: What advice would you give a student entering Continue ReadingPete. T'13, February 24, 2012
With Winter term almost behind me, what is next on the agenda? Well that is the decision I have to make. Spring term allows for first-year students to choose from a variety electives. I must say I am glad the core curriculum is so comprehensive. One reason I chose Tuck Continue ReadingPete. T'13, February 21, 2012
Thank God It’s SKIDAY! As I am sure many of you know, most business schools do not have classes on Fridays. So although I do recommend treating business school as a full-time job (creating a schedule of work hours, allocate time efficiently to different projects, finish work by Continue ReadingEmail us to suggest blog topics or ask a question.