The Full-Time MBA Class of 2015 shares why they chose the Mason School of Business at the College of William & Mary to continue their business education. http://mason.wm.edu
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Why W&M: The Class of 2015
1. As the second oldest school in the US, William
and Mary educated some of the country's
founding fathers. Its long history has
distinguished itself from others. Its reputation
is world wide.
…To be surrounded by such an elite
group is a privilege that I can take full
advantage of.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Wenjuan Pang
China by way of Muscat,
Oman
2. The Mason School's real word approach to
teaching business will give me the tools I
need to take the next step in my career. The
enthusiasm and sense of community that the
staff, faculty, students and Executive Partners
create make this a truly special program.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Mike Kuchler
Alexandria, VA
3. I chose the William & Mary Mason School of
Business MBA Program because of its high
caliber professors and unique Executive
Partner program as well as its proximity to
my family and friends.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Scott Stallings
Yorktown, VA
4. The Mason MBA program has a reputation
for offering an excellent program in business.
I am also impressed with friendly and helpful
faculty and alumni. Moreover, when I
attended the MBA fair, I could imagine how
the school’s environment and my life would
be from them.
I am honored to be part of the WM family.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Thippayasukon Peace Lertpulsub
Nonthaburi, Thailand
5. I chose William and Mary because of its
beautiful green color, profound historic
significance and the enthusiastic people!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Hsiang-Yun Irene Su
New Taipei City, Taiwan
6. Mason has everything that I was looking for:
great faculty, reputable program, competitive
- yet not cutthroat -
friendly staff and genuine support.
Mason is clearly an institution that will help
me succeed in the future.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Chanet Chatchawalchokchai
Thailand by way of Atlanta,
GA
7. I chose the College of William & Mary
not only for the fine academics and
educational standards but for the
opportunity to walk in the footsteps of
those great men who helped build our
nation.
They may have lived long ago, but the
morals and standards they embodied live
on within these walls and can only
inspire those who listen.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Mark Porter
Darien, CT
8. Mason School of Business is the best place for
me to pursue my MBA. Its unique programs,
abundant resources and good location are a
good fit to prepare me to explore my future
career.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Man Hsuan Karen Lee
Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
9. I chose William & Mary due to its excellent
line of faculties in the field of finance. It is
one of the best institutions for MBA in
Finance and Consulting.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Amit Mishra
Hyderabad, India
10. Since the very first time I worked with
Admissions, especially Amanda, I felt I
was already a Mason family member.
The practical approach of the program
was what drew me in: the CAMs,
Executive Partners, the Field
Consultancy project. I was also very
impressed by the professors at Mason
being ranked as 5th best in entire USA
by Princeton Review. I am proud to be
part of the program and hope I am able
to make Mason proud of me.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Ryan Saldhana
Mumbai, India
11. I chose William and Mary because of its
historic reputation and the low cost of living
(especially compared to NYC!), and Mason for
the small, tight-knit community and the
resources available to future social
entrepreneurs.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Chloe Chapman
New York, NY
12. My reasons for joining W&M include the
Executive Partners, Leadership
Development Experience, CAMs, Field
Consultancy Projects, Juntos, and
CareerPrep, but the important deciding
factors were world class 'A+' faculty
and Amanda for the way the admission
process was conducted.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Pallavi Herekar
India by way of Ashburn, VA
13. I chose William & Mary because of
its diverse student body and
commitment to thought leadership
in an increasingly complex global
economy.
Additionally, William & Mary’s focus
on social responsibility in the
marketplace matched the well-
rounded business school experience
I was seeking.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Kyle Engelken
Falls Church, VA
14. I chose W&M for the opportunity to work
with a great team of Professors and
colleagues to gain leadership and
international experience in a community
that prizes sustainability!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Melissa Lyden
Leesburg, VA
15. I chose William and Mary and the Mason
School of Business for my MBA because of
the unique opportunity to engage with
the Executive Partners network, and it's
vast knowledge base and experience.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Nate Hembroff-Formsma
Vail, CO
16. In order to let students digest various business
theories instructed by faculty, Mason school also
designs an innovative business instruction model,
CAM, under which business partners with hands
on experience play a primary part in directing
students on how to grasp soft skills, exert business
model in pragmatic manner and cultivate
sensitiveness toward economic data. Most
strikingly the school takes care for students so
meticulously that it even carries both field
consultancy and one-on-one guidance provided by
100 senior business executives to strengthen the
quality of CAM.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Weijun Jin
Shanghai, China
17. W&M's best of the class faculty,
diverse class mates and course
structure motivated me to select
W&M.
It's focus on service, student
organizations and tradition made my
decision even more easy.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Sonali Haldar
Bangalore, India
18. An MBA from W&M is the next logical
step towards achieving my professional
goals because it builds upon my
education and skills to make me truly
marketable. My short-term goals are
working for an international business in
a management position of influence and
responsibility. My long-term goals are
creating my own company or non-profit
organization in the Middle East.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Cameron Nelson
Bluffdale, UT
19. I chose William & Mary because of its
long-standing commitment to academic
excellence and virtue. From the
classroom to a career, I believe the
Mason School will enable me with the
tools I need to achieve success in all my
future endeavors.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Jessica Percic
Williamsburg, VA
20. Life in Williamsburg will lead me to achieve in
my career. World-class faculty members,
well-versed executive partners, kind
admissions members, wonderful students
and alumni, and the innovative programs of
Mason will enhance my education and allow
me to build wide relationships.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Shin Funaki
Kobe, Japan
21. I chose W&M because of its emphasis on
quality education. With first-rate
faculty, a uniquely designed curriculum,
and an incredibly diverse student
population, it was not only clear to me
that "Mason meant Business," but also
that W&M truly does care about each
student's personal success.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Laura Ladd
Charleston, SC
22. The caliber of the William & Mary
MBA program and the Executive
Partners network were definitely
major factors in my decision. What
truly sold me was the school culture,
diversity of students and
engagement of the faculty, staff, and
graduates of the program.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Mia Hall
Chesapeake, VA
23. I was looking for an MBA program that was
more than just a list of classes you need to
take in order to graduate. I wanted more than
just the classroom experience. I wanted a
school that would give me CareerPREP
homework in the middle of the summer, even
before I begin taking classes. At the Mason
School of Business, I will receive an experience
that will mold me into more of a business
professional than an academic bookworm.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Brad Sill
Norfolk, VA
24. A strong emphasis on case-study based
learning, a wide global alumni network,
individualized coaching on Leadership and
Executive Partners Network are factors that
instantly attracted me to W&M! I love the
double-advantage of personalized learning
experience that Mason in particular promises
and the diverse exposure that William &
Mary in general offers
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Vivek Patil
Bangalore, India
25. W&M is a prestigious-and-historical school in
America for hundreds years. And she is
named “the mother of the USA.” In
Williamsburg and campus, I can learn more
traditional American culture, American
thinking method and American spirit that are
the most important things I want to learn
abroad.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Lin Xu
Shen Zhen, China
26. There are so many great opportunities to
learn global leadership skills at Mason
through LDE, Executive Partners and the Field
Consultancy Program so that I will be able to
strengthen my global leadership skills. In
addition, I met fabulous admissions team, the
professors, and the alumni in person and was
definitely convinced that Mason school is an
ideal environment for learning. I can’t find
the reason why one wouldn’t chose William
& Mary!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Yusuke Takahashi
Tokyo, Japan
27. Top Education + Broad Business Perspective
+ Real Estate Concentration + LEED Gold
Certified Miller Hall+ Historic City = A perfect
business school called Mason I can find
nowhere else!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Xu Vina Li
Hong Kong
28. I initially chose to study at William and
Mary because of its unique blend of
historical legacy, challenging
academics, and campus culture. My
decision was finalized after my first
campus visit where I was overwhelmed
by the warmth of the admissions team
and the professionalism of the Mason
School of Business.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Caleb Newton
Raleigh, NC
29. I am excited to return to my alma mater to
pursue an MBA. I chose W&M due to the
program’s emphasis on leadership
development, the accessible Executive
Partner network and the rigorous curriculum
focusing on the complexities of business
within the global market.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Kimberly Deal
Glen Allen, VA
30. I chose William and Mary because of the
close-knit network, excellent teaching quality
and Virginia life in rhythm with distinct
seasons.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Satoshi Nagashima
Kanagawa, Japan
31. Mason School of Business has strong
professors and students, so I can enhance my
ability and grow business and leadership
skills. Also, I like this friendly atmosphere and
this campus.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Kaisei Umeno
Tokyo, Japan
32. Ever since I first met the Mason School of
Business, I knew Williamsburg would be my
new home. I am proud to pursue my
graduate degree in one of the most
prestigious research institution in North
America. I feel truly honored in being part of
"the Alma Mater of a Nation”
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Mariana Navarrete
Mexico City, Mexico
33. I chose William & Mary for the close-knit
community, the warm-hearted Executive
Partners and the prestigious faculty.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Chuanru Pan
Guangzhou, China
34. W&M is different, but this is good. It
values self-respect and responsibility and
other things which I value too. I’m sure I
can make great progress after my MBA
study.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Vicky Qingqing Li
Beijing, China
35. I chose William and Mary because I wanted
to be at a place where the quality of the
education was matched by the quality of the
community. Also, I love Busch Gardens.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Saleh Karaman
Vienna, VA
36. When I started searching for business schools
for my MBA the only major factor that I was
looking at was their rankings, but when I
read about W&M and I spoke with the
admissions team, I realized that this is the
college that I want to attend. It was just like
home away from home and my decision was
made.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Akshit Kapoor
New Delhi, India
37. I came to find William & Mary because
of its outstanding academic reputation
and its beautiful location. I came to
choose William & Mary because of the
wonderful people I met here and the
freedom the school gave me to explore
and pursue my career path.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Chris Capurso
Potsdam, NY
38. I grew up in a town of 2,000 people.
The sense of community I felt during my
visit to William & Mary made me feel at
home, and I knew then that it was the
right school for me.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Corey Nolen
Richmond, VA
39. I chose MBA at WM because of top-rated
faculty, faculty-to-student ratio and Executive
partner program at WM.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Rohit Grover
Guangzhou, China
40. The curriculum of the Mason School of
Business is structured around a carefully
coordinated, integrated set of choices and
experiences that are central to my vision.
The diversity in both the faculty and the MBA
class provides the much-needed interactive
environment that will enable me to adapt
and apply my knowledge to work in different
countries with different economies.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Godwin Ataman
Nigeria by way of Newark, DE
41. I chose to attend the Mason School of
Business because of the unique opportunity
to learn directly from the Executive Partners.
This asset provided to the students was unlike
anything I had encountered during my MBA
program search and made The Mason School
of Business' MBA my top-desired program.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Jonathan Davis
Newport News, VA
42. Outstanding professors, diverse
peers, green campus, EP program,
relevant curriculum and the
opportunity to learn Operations with
US DoD were the reasons I applied to
W&M.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Ayon De
New Delhi, India
43. Besides the obvious reasons like the
impressive and helpful Executive
Partners network and Field
Consultancy program, I chose William
and Mary because of the personal
attention the MBA admissions team
gave me even before I joined the
Mason family. They gave me a feel of
the kind of community I would join; one
that is caring, understanding, patient
and gets things done! An international
student like me cannot ask for more!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Cynthia Kabiite Lutaaya
Jinja, Uganda
44. I chose to study at William and Mary
to challenge myself personally,
professionally and academically,
collaborate with the best and
brightest from around the world, and
to build a strong regional network
with business leaders.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Michael Brooks
Poquoson, VA
45. I chose W&M due to the excellent
curriculum, the career coaching,
and the executive partners
program. Although many schools
offer these things, the friendly
atmosphere that I experienced
when I attended Mason’s winter
visit weekend convinced me that
this is the place for me.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Dan Andersson
Sweden by way of Gaithersburg, MD
46. I choose William & Mary not only for its focus
on making a difference, but also for the
invaluable opportunity it will provide to
receive seasoned guidance from so many
exceptional business executives and the
passion and curiosity it will impart to me
through the integrated approach to
management and leadership.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Yuhan Guo
Beijing, China
47. When I think of advancement in life, I
think of opportunity and growth.
When I think of the College of
William and Mary, I think of diversity,
change, knowledge, competence and
prestige all rolled up in one
synergistic sphere. I chose the
College of William and Mary for one
main reason, for the opportunity to
build all the aforementioned so that I
may grow as a person, a business
woman and as a leader.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Tameka Rogers
Columbia, SC
48. I chose W&M for the level of personal
attention, Executive Partners, Juntos,
world-class faculty, CareerPREP, and
the William and Mary reputation for
excellence - no other school can offer
the opportunities and benefits that
Mason delivers.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Shane Fuson
Chesapeake, VA
49. Besides all the good points about WM MBA, I
have more reasons that I think rarely appear
in other MBA programs. The first reason is
the very helpful admission team. The second
is a friendly community. Its warm welcome
makes my transition easier. In my opinion, as
an international student, being surrounded
by a good school community is quite
important in order to be succeessful in my
study.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Indri Puspita Sari
Jakarta, Indonesia
50. The Mason School of Business’s
strength lies in its unique focus of
providing learning experience through
a highly practical curriculum…I truly
believe that being part of the William
and Mary family I can be the best
intellectual I would otherwise never
have been.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Neha Mahajan
New Delhi, India
51. I chose William & Mary for my MBA
because I wanted a small program that
focused on leadership development. I
also chose the William & Mary because I
felt like a part of the William & Mary
family when I visited campus.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Veronica McGroarty
Oviedo, FL
52. I was immediately impressed by the intimate
and intensive curriculum at the Mason School
of Business. The moment I decided I wanted
to attend William & Mary was when I
stepped into Alan B. Miller Hall and
encountered the most welcoming people and
the small school feel I had always wanted in a
graduate school.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Colleen Thamm
Manassas, VA
53. Entering Miller Hall for the first time
was a bit daunting, but I chuckled at
the sight of Pierre L'Enfant armed
with a samurai sword and sumo
wrestler wig. I really like how The
Mason School encourages student
diversity and unity through
celebrations like Japan Night.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Thomas Barrett
Clearwater, FL
54. I chose The College of William &
Mary for my graduate studies
because I think it gives me the best
chance to succeed as a leader in
business. I like the positive
atmosphere as well as the emphasis
on teamwork and collaboration
here.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
James Misse
Chapel Hill, NC
55. I chose William and Mary because of
the mix of a small incoming class, and
top-rated professors. That, along with a
brand new business facility, will help me
become a top contender in today's job
market.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Nick Moshier
Buffalo, NY
56. I've decided to attend William and
Mary because of the welcoming
atmosphere, the sense of
community, the many opportunities
for leadership, and the strength of
the program. Plus Amanda can be
very convincing!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Allison Roeser
Newport Coast, CA
57. I Chose William and Mary to help me learn
the skills and information to be as
successful as I want to be in the business
world. I also chose William and Mary to be
able to provide for my family, who are my
inspiration.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Jeromy Ivie
Ogden, UT
58. I chose William and Mary in order to
remain a part of the Tribe family. I
received my undergraduate degree
from the College and I want to continue
my education at a world class
institution.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Drake Kuhn
Williamsburg, VA
59. Aside from the poetic beauty of the
campus and the school itself, through my
time learning about the school-- its focus
on leadership and the dynamic, global
interactions of today's business world, its
preparation and partnership programs,
the incredible community of students,
staff and faculty-- I really began to feel
the thing that set it apart from
everywhere else I had been looking. This
was something special but, what was
more, this was where I belonged.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Ashley Ames
Williamsburg, VA
60. I will readily admit to being a complete history
nerd, and that I first became interested in
William and Mary because Thomas Jefferson
went there. But once I arrived on campus, I
realized I would be among fantastic people and
learning from some of the best professors in the
country. And it's this unique blend of storied
tradition with scholarship and collegiality that
makes me so excited to be a part of Mason.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Kevin Meigs
Williamsburg, VA
61. Having completed my undergraduate
studies at W&M, it was an easy decision to
choose to return to earn my MBA from the
Mason School of Business. Being familiar
with the small, personal class setting and
top-notch faculty, I knew immediately after
speaking with the MBA Admissions office
that this program would be a terrific fit for
me. As well, the Executive Partners Program
is a fantastic concept that really stood out
to me.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Jason Smith
Williamsburg, VA
62. I chose William & Mary for its strong history,
top-notch business program, and its
proximity to the hottest colonial fashions.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Marshall Early
Charlottesville, VA
63. The Mason School of Business combines the
nationally renowned professors, dedicated,
thorough curriculum, and outstanding
reputation I was seeking while far outpacing
other schools in a return on investment
basis. The choice to matriculate into this
talented class was practically made for me!
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Patrick Beaudoin
Columbus, MS
64. For the price and quality of
education, you can't beat
William & Mary
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Brie Way
Williamsburg, VA
65. I chose William & Mary because of the
school’s unique ability to combine its rich
history and tradition, with a curriculum that
is both innovative and ambitious. The state
of the art facilities and dedicated faculty
made William & Mary the easy choice for
pursuing my MBA.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Brendon Sampson
Norfolk, VA
66. College of William & Mary is one of the
oldest university with a long history in
U.S. She has a very high reputation for its
high-quality education and so many
prominent schoolmates.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Xiangyu Song
Shenzhen, China
67. I chose the Mason School of Business
for its formidable academic
reputation, top-ranked faculty and
compelling return on investment.
Also, the school's applied approach to
learning and leadership development
prepares graduates to overcome the
challenges facing the business
community from day one.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
David Fraim
Norfolk, VA
68. William & Mary had all the factors I
desired: strong academics, beautiful
facilities, wonderful students, and
most importantly the devotion to
create future business leaders. I
wanted a place that could bring the
best out of individuals, and promote
professional and social growth.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Alex Farrer
Beaverton, OR
69. I chose the Mason School at William
and Mary because of the enormous
amount of resources it will put at our
disposal to help us get the most out of
the program. In particular, the advice
we can get from our Executive
Partners will be a great asset, and it
helped sway my decision.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Jim Piller
Lawrence, KS
70. I chose William & Mary because I
would like to enhance my
professionalism, focusing on
corporate finance and
entrepreneurship.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Chih-Hsien Chen
New Taipei, Taiwan
71. William and Mary is a highly ranked
military friendly school, ranked as one
of the best schools for return on
investment in the nation. What better
place to achieve the goal of obtaining
an MBA than from the top 20 percent
of all colleges in the United States.
William and Mary’s strong history
and sound program speaks for itself.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Lamond Lacey
Petersburg, VA
72. I have researched extensively on the net
about W&M and read about the course
content, school ranking, diverse student body,
field consultancy program, EP program and
community contributions. I was quite
impressed with what I saw and it was
perfectly matching with my aspirations,
values & ethics.
Full-Time MBA Class of 2015
Husain Al Malali
A’Ali, Bahrain