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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Celebrating Black History Month at Chicago Booth
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.
Catching Up With Janelle Jenkins, '08
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, '08
How Representation Can Create a New Narrative
While 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 Narrative
Confronting Systemic Racism and Leading Change in Organizations
Activist 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 Organizations
Lighting a Spark
Alfa Bumhira, ’16, leveraged the Booth network to help grow his online learning management startup in Southeast Asia.
Lighting a Spark
Black Girl Magic: What It Means to Be a Black Woman at Booth
Current students reflect on their experiences as part of the Booth community.
Black Girl Magic: What It Means to Be a Black Woman at Booth
Rethinking the Education System
Jasmine Ferguson is rethinking existing systems holistically to increase economic opportunities and work toward equity in education.
Rethinking the Education SystemOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Chicago 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.