Cozy up to the fireplace with another edition of our festive short series, Real Humans for the Holidays, inspired by Real Humans: MBA Students! See what students of top MBA programs like to do during the December holidays and their advice for our readers. Scroll down to see what six MBA students chose in a “This or That” game. You can also win a gift this season by participating in the Clear Admit Giveaway on LinkedIn!
Tyler Kelley, UVA Darden School of Business MBA Class of 2023
What do you like most about the December holidays?
I love the holiday cheer and happenings, and spending time with family and friends.
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
The Santa Clause.
Do you have any campus community events or traditions at your school for the holidays?
Darden Winter Ball – It’s an opportunity for students and their guests to dress up, eat, drink, and be merry…on the dance floor.
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
You got this! It’s not above or beyond you. Keep grinding in this season. The reward is near.
“This or That”
Raghav Ginodia, Emory Goizueta MBA Class of 2024
Raghav Ginodia, Emory Goizueta MBA Class of 2024What do you like most about the December holidays?
Time off to prepare for interviews in January without the stress of academics.
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
Home Alone.
Do you have any campus community events or traditions at your school for the holidays?
Ski trip: Ski Trip is the annual winter break tradition at Goizueta. Students from all the MBA programs are encouraged to join the trip (along with their partners, pets) to a Ski location that changes every year. The trip is also fun for people not interested in skiing as it offers a great opportunity to bond with students from other MBA programs.
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
As the Round 1 decisions would be out by now, make sure to weigh each of your options in terms of your career goals and what you expect out of your business school experience. For people applying in Round 2, it is a crucial time to be intentional with shortlisting their schools.
“This or That”
Ashraf Hammouri, UC Irvine Merage MBA Class of 2023
Ashraf Hammouri, UC Irvine Merage MBA Class of 2023What do you like most about the December holidays?
Great chance to get out and enjoy what Southern California has to offer!
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
Home Alone.
Do you have any campus community events or traditions at your school for the holidays?
Many of my classmates travel during this break. This year one of my classmates has a post-Christmas party for our families!
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
Best of luck to all of you! Make sure you talk to us students to find what makes each program special.
“This or That”
Arielle Hynes, Georgetown McDonough MBA Class of 2023
Arielle Hynes, Georgetown McDonough MBA Class of 2023What do you like most about the December holidays?
Spending time with family.
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
Happy holidays! Hope you soak up time with family/friends and recharge yourself for a busy Spring semester!
“This or That”
Victor Castro Fernandez, Carnegie Mellon University Tepper MBA Class of 2024
Victor Castro Fernandez, Carnegie Mellon University Tepper MBA Class of 2024What do you like most about the December holidays?
Reunite with my friends and family after a long time.
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
Home Alone and Harry Potter (movie and book).
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
Congratulations to those already accepted in R1, keep grinding for those preparing for R2. The experience deserves all the effort.
“This or That”
Pranjal Singla, Duke Fuqua Daytime MBA Class of 2024
Pranjal Singla, Duke Fuqua Daytime MBA Class of 2024What do you like most about the December holidays?
Festive spirit everywhere.
What is your favorite holiday movie or book?
All Netflix Christmas movies.
Do you have any advice or well wishes for current MBA applicants?
Enjoy this time of the year with your friends and family as next year will be very hectic and stressful (but also fun in a different way).
“This or That”
