Professional Development

Since 2023, WSAWBA has hosted the annual panel discussion with faculty members to share tacit knowledge critical for PhD students’ professional development. Topics include family planning, work-life balance, communication norms, teaching/presentation style, and more.

• 2023 Spring panel: Carolyn Deller (Accounting), Aline Gatignon (Management), Britta Glennon (Management), and Ingrid Nembhard (Health Care Management)

• 2024 Spring panel: Barbara Kahn (Marketing), Catherine Lamberton (Marketing), Allison Nicoletti (Accounting), Nancy Rothbard (Management), Nancy Zhang (Statistics)

WSAWBA also has the history of successfully organizing five successful “Women in Business Academia” conferences with support from the Dean’s office as well as Wharton Doctoral Programs, Wharton Doctoral Council, and Graduate and Professional Student Assembly.

Wellness

WSAWBA plans various events to enhance wellness and wellbeing of Wharton doctoral students, such as: Massages & Mochi Donuts, Plant Care at STUMP, Climbing at The Cliffs, Climbing at Tufas, and WSAWBA Fitness.

Relax & Fun

WSAWBA has also delivered snack packages to your mailboxes and stocked menstrual products at Wharton doctoral buildings

WSAWBA also hosted monthly group study sessions at a cafe, “Valentine’s Flowers” event, “Gingerbread House & Holiday Cookie Decorating” event. Stay tuned for more!