MBA Office of Student Life awards are given annually to outstanding members of the Wharton MBA community. Recipients are nominated and voted upon by their fellow classmates. Award winners are presented with their award at Office of Student Life end of year events for each class – First Year Send-Off and Graduation Pub.
The Student Life Fellow Community Award
The recipient of this award is an SLF who has provided small and large events to encourage community building at different levels. They provided an opportunity to feel re-engaged with the Wharton community, and increased students’ feeling of belonging to their Graduating Class and the Wharton School.
The Student Life Fellow Connection Award
The recipient of this award is an SLF who create meaningful connections amongst the students and remind students of the resources available to them.
The Student Life Fellow Affinity Award
The recipient of this award is an SLF who is welcoming and makes students feel a part of Wharton. This SLF has demonstrated Wharton pride and cares about Wharton traditions.
Joseph P. Wharton Award
In 1881, Joseph P. Wharton founded the world’s first collegiate business school. His founding mission was to “prepare graduates with the breadth and depth of knowledge to become ‘pillars of the State, whether in private or in public life.’” In honor of the founder of The Wharton School and his founding vision, The Joseph P. Wharton Award honors the student who best exemplifies the values that distinguish the Wharton School from its peers.
The Paul Green Award
From our learning teams to project groups, from class contributions to TA office hours, our classmates have been an integral and critical part of our academic experience at Wharton. The Paul Green Award honors the student who has contributed the most to his/her peers’ learning environment.
The MBA Career Mentorship Award
Through casing and modeling prep, through mock interviews and resume edits, our classmates have helped set us up to succeed in the recruiting process and in our future careers. The Career Mentorship Award honors the student who has contributed the most as a mentor to his or her peers in support of their career development and recruiting process.
The Ben Franklin Spirit Award
In the words of Benjamin Franklin: “Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I may remember. Involve me, and I learn.” The Ben Franklin Spirit Award recognizes the Wharton student who has contributed the most to our Wharton School spirit, embodying our founder by involving him or herself in the Wharton school and the Wharton community to advance his/her learning objectives and to advance his/her peers’ Wharton experience.
The Patrick T. Harker “Wharton Way” Award
The Patrick T. Harker “Wharton Way” Award honors the student who best exemplifies the Wharton tradition of service, participation, and involvement through his/her activities at the Wharton School. This student embodies the “pay-it-forward” mentality that makes the Wharton community so special. He or she consistently exceeds expectations in and out of the classroom to support classmates and peers and give back to the community.
The Benjamin Schuttler Award for Perseverance and Community Impact
Benjamin (Benji) Schuttler had a remarkable ability to touch everyone he met. His optimism was infectious, and our community members were touched by his kindness, generosity, toughness, and positivity. Benji passed away in November 2016 of complications from a serious car accident he had been in the year before. Benji wanted to change the world by improving access to education for students of limited means. In his international travels, he saw that many children did not have the opportunity to attend school. Benji passionately believed education was the key to a better life and was working on a plan to create an organization to fund educational programs globally. Remembering Benji, WG’18, this award goes to the member of the class who most consistently displays leadership amongst their peers through selflessness, impactful positivity, a passion for social impact, and a willingness to meet challenges in the face of adversity.
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Integrity
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Integrity honors the student who, according to his or her peers, is an exemplar of fairness, an embodiment of decency, and the epitome of authenticity.
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Leadership
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Leadership honors the student who, according to his or her peers, has demonstrated strong personal leadership since matriculating at Wharton, committed to driving change at Wharton and throughout the community at large.
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Community
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Community honors the student who, according to his or her peers, embodies individual humility while advancing collective pride, strengthening the school and broader community with all he or she does.
The Wharton Administration “Above and Beyond” Award
None of this would be possible without the tireless dedication and constant effort of the faculty and staff that make the Wharton student experience everything it is. The Wharton Administration “Above and Beyond” award honors the member of Wharton faculty, administration, or staff who has most gone above and beyond the call of duty in his/her respective area to ensure that Wharton remains the best MBA program in the world and that every student has an incredible and enriching two years here.
The Unsung Hero Award
Giving back and paying it forward are hallmarks of the Wharton community. The Unsung Hero Award recognizes the student who gives freely, but asks for no thanks in return. This individual is generous with their time, energy, and knowledge and is always there for their classmates. The Unsung Hero is ready to swoop in at a moment’s notice to offer their support, help problem solve, share a kind word, or roll up their sleeves and dive in to lend a hand in any situation.
The Office of Student Life Award for Connection
One of Wharton’s greatest strengths is its vast and diverse network of individuals across the globe. The recipient of this award strives to make connections and strengthen networks. This person goes above and beyond to help people connect – sharing contacts, making introductions, and supporting their peers in finding each other and building meaningful relationships.
The Office of Student Life Award for Community
At the core of the Wharton MBA Program is its vibrant community of students, alumni, staff, and faculty. The Office of Student Life Award for Community recognizes the individual who is dedicated to fostering the growth and building the strength of our community. This individual brings people together, makes everyone feel welcome and included, and celebrates that we are all “one Wharton.”
The Office of Student Life Award for Affinity
The Office of Student Life Award for Affinity recognizes the student who exemplifies Wharton pride and affinity for the Program. This individual embodies their love of Wharton and shares their pride wherever they go, both in personal and professional circumstances. The recipient of this is award will undoubtedly be a committed and dedicated alumnus and will be a lifelong champion of Wharton.
The Benjamin Schuttler Award for Perseverance and Community Impact
Benjamin (Benji) Schuttler had a remarkable ability to touch everyone he met. His optimism was infectious, and our community members were touched by his kindness, generosity, toughness, and positivity. Benji passed away in November 2016 of complications from a serious car accident he had been in the year before. Benji wanted to change the world by improving access to education for students of limited means. In his international travels, he saw that many children did not have the opportunity to attend school. Benji passionately believed education was the key to a better life and was working on a plan to create an organization to fund educational programs globally. Remembering Benji, WG’18, this award goes to the member of the class who most consistently displays leadership amongst their peers through selflessness, impactful positivity, a passion for social impact, and a willingness to meet challenges in the face of adversity.
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Integrity
The Class of 2013 Core Value Award for Integrity honors the student who is an exemplar of fairness, an embodiment of decency, and the epitome of authenticity. This award recognizes the student who, according to their peers, has demonstrated strong personal leadership since matriculating at Wharton, committed to driving change at Wharton and throughout the community at large. The recipient embodies individual humility while advancing collective pride, strengthening the school and broader community with everything that they do.
The Patrick T. Harker “Wharton Way” Award
The Patrick T. Harker “Wharton Way” Award honors the student who best exemplifies the Wharton tradition of service, participation, and involvement through his/her activities at the Wharton School. This student embodies the “pay-it-forward” mentality that makes the Wharton community so special. He or she consistently exceeds expectations in and out of the classroom to support classmates and peers and give back to the community.
The Pillar of Wharton Administration Award
None of this would be possible without the tireless dedication and constant effort of the faculty and staff that make the Wharton student experience everything it is. The Pillar of Wharton Administration Award honors the member of Wharton faculty, administration, or staff who has gone above and beyond the call of duty in their respective area to ensure that Wharton remains the best MBA program in the world and that every student has an incredible and enriching two years.
The Office of Student Life Wharton Proud Award
The Office of Student Life Wharton Proud award honors the student that embodies the notion of what it means to be Wharton Proud. This student is dedicated to maximizing their Wharton experience and the experience of others. The recipient is a strong leader, mentor, classmate, teammate, and shows great dedication to the Wharton community. The Wharton Proud Award winner is enthusiastically Wharton proud and shows through their unabashed commitment and passion for all things Wharton.