Wharton Stories: Alumni Events

A man wears a green Uber Eats delivery package. He rides a bike and wears a white hat.
Wharton Prof. Gad Allon discusses how new platforms like Uber affect the behavior of gig economy workers at the 2019 London Global Wharton Forum.

What Motivates Workers in the Gig Economy?

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Prof. Mauro Guillen shared his findings on the effects different governments have on GDP per capita at the 2019 London Wharton Global Forum.

Does It Pay to Have a Monarchy? The Answer Might Surprise You

Lori Ronsekopf speaking at the London Forum. She is wearing a black blazer and a white shirt.
Wharton Prof. Lori Rosenkopf argues that we’re not benefitting from “shorter network paths” created by social media, and offers two solutions to activate them.

Social Networks Have Made the World Smaller — But Not Simpler

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On the cusp of a new year, we look back on records and firsts, pioneering research and global initiatives, and the people who have made a mark on the Wharton community.

2018: The Wharton Year in Review

Jin Yuchen and Liu Tianyi performing for the audience.
Penn alumni and Chinese musicians connect at the Penn Wharton China Center in Beijing for a folk arts performance.

Penn Wharton China Center Celebrates Chinese Folk Performing Arts

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Though the keynotes and fireside chats were long-planned, speakers seized the moment and took on the timeliest issues and headlines in business, geopolitics, and economics. Here is a snapshot of some of the key takeaways and perspectives from the Forum.

4 Sessions From The Wharton Global Forum in Sydney You Need to Know About

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The first-ever Wharton Global Forum to be held in Australia brought together over 400 attendees for three days of captivating discussions and events.

Networking, Learning, and Geopolitics at the Global Forum in Sydney [Video]

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As the Chinese New Year approaches, we take a look back at highlights from some of the most memorable events and lectures that left an impact on the Penn Wharton China community in 2017.

2017: The Penn Wharton China Center Year in Review

Prof. Michael Platt pressenting in front of an audience.
“When we attend Global Forums, we get reignited by faculty and the value these professors bring to the world and students.”

‘Intellectual Candy’ and Cross-Industry Connections at the Global Forum in Miami

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2016: The Wharton Year in Review