Meet some of the students, faculty, and alumni who help make Booth a thriving and diverse community.
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- February 21, 2022
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Each February, the United States marks Black History Month with a celebration of the achievements and contributions of Black Americans both past and present. In honor of the occasion, we’re highlighting some inspiring Black members of our own community. In these stories, students, alumni, and faculty talk about confronting systemic racism, the lasting impact of a Booth MBA, what it means to be Black at Booth, and a lot more.
The insights and connections gained during Chicago Booth’s two-year MBA program reverberate throughout the career of an alumnus.
Catching Up With Janelle Jenkins, '08While he was a student in the Weekend MBA Program, Ernest Kabuye talked to us about his journey from Uganda to Booth, his desire to be part of Africa’s economic recovery, and how he is creating more opportunities for representation at Booth.
How Representation Can Create a New NarrativeActivist and author Nova Reid spoke with Booth professor Jane Risen on how to create a more diverse, inclusive, anti-racist workplace and world.
Confronting Systemic Racism and Leading Change in OrganizationsAlfa Bumhira, ’16, leveraged the Booth network to help grow his online learning management startup in Southeast Asia.
Lighting a SparkCurrent students reflect on their experiences as part of the Booth community.
Black Girl Magic: What It Means to Be a Black Woman at BoothJasmine Ferguson is rethinking existing systems holistically to increase economic opportunities and work toward equity in education.
Rethinking the Education SystemChicago Booth has a steadfast commitment to building a more diverse and inclusive world and leading change within our own community. Learn more about our resources and opportunities for underrepresented students of color.
Pedro is currently co-chair of the Hispanic American Business Student Association. Learn more about Pedro and his community involvement at Booth.
Get to Know Pedro Ribeiro, Class of 2024In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to help you explore the resources available to Latinx students, as well as the ways in which all Booth students can learn more and celebrate the diverse cultures that comprise this heritage.
Engaging with Our Latinx CommunityWhen Booth students talk about their favorite classes, you understand why there's so much to be gained from an MBA program with academic freedom.
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