Friendsgiving in Photos | Yale School of Management

A long table set with plates in the hall of a building with glass walls — Behind the scenes: All afternoon, SOM staff worked to transform an Evans Hall concourse into a warm and welcoming Friendsgiving setting. The preparations involved a flurry of tablecloths, piles of decorations, and a lot of teamwork.

A person wearing a white coat setting a long table — Behind the scenes: All afternoon, SOM staff worked to transform an Evans Hall concourse into a warm and welcoming Friendsgiving setting. The preparations involved a flurry of tablecloths, piles of decorations, and a lot of teamwork.

A view of a long table with autumn centerpieces — A tablescape of autumn leaves, candles, and corn created a rustic Thanksgiving vibe.

Corn and other seasonal vegetables displayed on a table runner — A tablescape of autumn leaves, candles, and corn created a rustic Thanksgiving vibe.

People posing for a photo in front of an autumn-themed backdrop — Students gathered, bringing excitement and conversation into the building as the evening officially began.

Students seated at a long table with food — Students gathered, bringing excitement and conversation into the building as the evening officially began.

Many people seated at a long dinner table, with one person making a thumbs-up sign — For many students, this was their first time experiencing a Thanksgiving meal—a chance to learn traditions and taste new dishes.

One person standing and several others sitting around a dinner table — Students, both new and old, use Friendsgiving as an opportunity to share their gratitude for friendship, community, and the shared journey of school life.

People sitting at a dinner table — Students, both new and old, use Friendsgiving as an opportunity to share their gratitude for friendship, community, and the shared journey of school life.

Two people serving themselves food at a dinner table — As friends connected over the shared meal, stories of the semester and future aspirations filled the building. The laughter, the smiles, and the togetherness are exactly what Friendsgiving is all about.

Two people hugging at a dinner table — As friends connected over the shared meal, stories of the semester and future aspirations filled the building. The laughter, the smiles, and the togetherness are exactly what Friendsgiving is all about.

People sitting around a table and smiling — SOM staff took a moment to relax, reflecting on the success of the event they brought to life.

People sitting at a long dinner, photographed from above — Goodbyes and gratitude closed out the meal, marking a Friendsgiving to remember and cherish.

People sitting and talking at a dinner table — Goodbyes and gratitude closed out the meal, marking a Friendsgiving to remember and cherish.

People sitting on the bleachers at an ice hockey rink — Last but not least, students watched their classmates practice for the annual Harvard Business School vs. Yale SOM hockey game, ending the night with energy and camaraderie!

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