Student POV

Ellie Utter ’26 wanted to improve her leadership skills while focusing on impact-oriented work. At SOM, she found a community of students applying deeply held values across industries.

Joao Rocha ’24 says that Yale SOM provided the resources to help him transition from consulting to a career in the food and beverage industry.

Melanie Fan ’24 describes how New Haven’s world-class museums—and the opportunity to enroll in art and film classes—drew her to SOM. 

From the Investment Management Club to the soccer team, Yale SOM’s student groups have created a unique educational experience for Gurkamal Pannu ’24, a joint-degree student in the MBA and Master’s in Asset Management programs. 

Chloe Yang ’24 describes how Yale SOM's affinity groups helped her create a tight-knit community that supports her on campus and beyond.

Fernando Morey Perez ’24 describes how his learning experience has been enriched by classmates from around the Yale campus and around the word. 

Emma Herlinger ’24 describes the overlapping circles of connections she has formed at Yale SOM, on campus and beyond. 

Samanta Cubias ’24 describes how her professors and classmates at Yale SOM helped give her a broader view of both business and society. 

Hackett Landefeld ’24 describes how Yale SOM fits into his journey from the military to a career in renewable energy.