Darden will host 16 MBA events in February 2025, including 11 virtual and 5 in-person sessions.
Virtual Events
Several Virtual Coffee Chats will take place on February 3, 7, 10, 18, 19, 21, and 25, offering prospective students a chance to engage with the Darden assistant director of admission to learn about the MBA program and application process.
Specialized sessions include a Military Virtual Coffee Chat on February 11 and a Women’s Virtual Coffee Chat on February 13 and 21, with the latter featuring Graduate Women in Business (GWIB).
On February 19, The MBA Connection event will bring together representatives from seven top MBA programs to discuss final-round applications.
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In-Person Events
In-person events include Women@Darden Office Hours on February 11, featuring alumna Mandy Lozano and Senior Assistant Dean Dawna Clarke. Friday Chat and Tour sessions on February 14, 21, and 28 provide an opportunity for prospective students to visit campus, meet Merav Frazier from the Admissions Committee, and explore Darden’s case method learning.
On February 14, the Leadership and Legacy event will feature a panel discussion with Black alumni sharing their experiences and career insights. These events offer a comprehensive look into the Darden MBA experience, application process, and community engagement.
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03-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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07-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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10-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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11-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Military Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission and AdCom Military Liaison over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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11-Feb-25 | Women@Darden Office Hours with Alumna Mandy Lozano and Senior Assistant Dean Dawna Clarke | Prospective students can join Senior Assistant Dean Dawna Clarke for a Women@Darden session featuring MBA ’09 alumna Mandy Lozano. She will share insights from her Darden experience and 15-year career in manufacturing, consumer goods, and retail. | In-Person |
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13-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Women's Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective students can join small group chats with Darden Admissions or community members to learn about the application process, the case method, and determining if Darden is the right fit. | Virtual |
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14-Feb-25 | Friday Chat and Tour | Prospective students can join Merav Frazier from the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and campus tour at Darden, gaining insights into the application process and the case method learning style. | In-Person |
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14-Feb-25 | Leadership and Legacy | Darden Black Alumni in Conversation | Prospective students can join Darden Admissions and the Black Professional MBA student organization for an evening panel featuring alumni sharing their MBA experiences, career impact, and advice. The event offers networking opportunities with current students and alumni | In-Person |
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18-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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19-Feb-25 | The MBA Connection: Applying to a Top MBA Program in the Final Round | Prospective students can join representatives from seven top MBA programs for insights on applying in the final round. The event includes live breakout sessions with admissions committee members covering applications, admissions, and program details. | Virtual |
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19-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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21-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Women's Virtual Coffee Chat with Graduate Women in Business (GWIB) | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden admission representative over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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21-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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21-Feb-25 | Friday Chat and Tour | Prospective students can join Merav Frazier from the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and campus tour at Darden, gaining insights into the application process and the case method learning style. | In-Person |
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25-Feb-25 | Full-Time MBA Virtual Coffee Chat | Prospective applicants will meet the Darden assistant director of admission over a virtual session where they can learn more about the Darden MBA program and application process. | Virtual |
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28-Feb-25 | Friday Chat and Tour | Prospective students can join Merav Frazier from the Admissions Committee for a small group chat and campus tour at Darden, gaining insights into the application process and the case method learning style. | In-Person |
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