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Babson graduates walk at Commencement ceremony.

Babson’s Specialized Master’s Class of 2024 Reaches Historic Employment Rate Babson’s Class of 2024 Master of Science graduates reached a record-breaking 97% employment average within six months of graduation, showcasing a consistent trend of employers seeking professionals with a focused expertise that spans multiple industries.

By Sarah Coppinger

Writer

Sarah Coppinger

Sarah Coppinger is a writer for Babson Thought & Action. With a passion for storytelling and an eye for strategy, Sarah enjoys writing about students’ diverse experiences at Babson and their outstanding career achievements as alumni. Babson’s entrepreneurial spirit fuels Sarah’s drive, and she is thrilled to contribute to its dynamic community. When Sarah’s not writing for Babson Thought & Action, she can be found spending time with her family, enjoying weekends away on Cape Cod, and brushing up on her skills as a hobby photographer.

January 9, 2025

Tagged Alumni, Graduate, Class of 2024

Posted in Outcomes

Babson students on Babson's snowy campus

Technology Meets Compassion: Uwill Founder Brings Mental Wellness Solutions to College Students Babson lessons helped create Uwill, a mental wellness platform for college students in immediate need, says founder Michael London ’92.

By Hillary Chabot

Writer

Hillary Chabot

Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.

January 8, 2025

Tagged Advice, Alumni, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds, Student Life

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

A collage of 12 photos included in the photo gallery

24 Photos from 2024: A Year in Review Babson College reached new heights in 2024. Here, photographer Nic Czarnecki shares 24 of his favorite photos from an unprecedented year on campus.

By Eric Beato

Editor / Writer

Eric Beato

Eric Beato is the Editor of Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. A native of Chicago and a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism, Eric has worked as an editor and writer at newspapers across the country, including the Chicago Sun-Times and Boston Herald. Eric joined Babson College in 2019 after working as the communications director for a private educational travel company and as the managing editor of six regional sports publications.

December 30, 2024

Tagged Alumni, Campus, Entrepreneurship Education, Faculty, Graduate, Student Life, Undergraduate, Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Posted in Community

Jeni Wheeler MBA'05 serves up delicious, nutritious meals for the Cape Cod community.

Jeni Wheeler MBA’05 Serves Up Nutrition to Cape Communities as Holiday Needs Surge The Family Table Collaborative, a “self-sustaining nonprofit” launched by Jeni Wheeler MBA’05, blends business and compassion to combat nutrition insecurity and serve record holiday meals on Cape Cod.

By Hillary Chabot

Writer

Hillary Chabot

Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.

December 17, 2024

Tagged Alumni, Graduate, Entrepreneurship of All Kinds

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

James Pidhurney and Greg Pope pitch their product in front of the Sharks on the episode

From Babson to “Shark Tank”: How James Pidhurney MBA’08 Scored a $400K Deal for Chalkless James Pidhurney MBA’08 turned entrepreneurial lessons from Babson into a “Shark Tank” deal with Kevin O’Leary and Rashaun Williams for Chalkless, a grip-enhancing product.

By Hillary Chabot

Writer

Hillary Chabot

Hillary Chabot is a writer for Babson Thought & Action and Babson Magazine. An award-winning journalist, she is known for her insightful reporting and dedication to detailed storytelling. With a career spanning over two decades, she has covered a wide range of topics, from presidential campaigns and government policy to neighborhood issues and investigative series. As a reporter for The Boston Herald, Hillary earned a reputation for tenacity and integrity. Her work at Babson College fuels her passions—to learn something new every day and conduct thoughtful, empathic interviews. She’s thrilled to be at Babson College, where students, faculty, staff members and classes provide compelling copy daily.

December 5, 2024

Tagged Alumni, Entrepreneurship, Startups, Graduate

Posted in Outcomes