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Notes By KW: Graduation

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

It is with great sadness that I write my last article for the Oppy. No, literally I am in the Leadership Lounge shedding tears while I currently bang out this article and Kiran Sachdeva has zero pity for my current display of emotions. Why the tears? While I’m super excited that Hansini Sharma will be taking over my column in the Oppy (get excited, she’s going to be amazing), making this transition is just another reminder that I graduate in a few weeks. Let me tell you I have struggled with being excited about the events happening at Radio City on May 22nd.…

Notes By KW: Reflections On Writing In The Oppy

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

Around this time last year, my fearless editor Dan Gidycz, reached out to me and asked me to write a column for the Oppy. Having a special place in my heart for Dan (what will I do with myself when you’re in Korea) and suffering from an illness that makes me unable to say “No” to things (don’t worry I’m currently on medication that corrects this issue) I agreed. While I have no regrets, I wish that I had thought through the effects of having, what is normally a stream of consciousness published for the consumption of your entire b-school community.…

Notes from KW: Three Things I Hate About You, Stern

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

Bear with me guys, this article is a bit of a rant. You know I love Stern. I bleed violet… my Doctors are concerned. But alas, there are some things about this place that grate on my nerves.

The Graduation Ticket Fiasco
Perpetrators: Stern Administration, MBA Students who see this as a great arbitrage opportunity (YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE!)

Seriously, who in the administration thought it was a good idea to issue three tickets per student for graduation? I don’t have a large immediate family, but even with that allotment I’ve got to decide between which sibling gets to see me receive the first Master’s Degree in my family.…

The Politics of Beyonce

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

I will be the first to admit that I am a member of the “Beyhive.” Urban Dictionary (we’re going to make this a credible source for the purpose of this article) defines the Beyhive as Beyonce’s fandom. Members are characterized as individuals who obsess over Beyonce, play her music on repeat, watch her movies in theaters, and will defend her every move to the end. Let’s see I was Pregnant Beyonce for Halloween one year (best costume ever, even had a Jay-Z); if you’ve ever been in a study room with me, we’ve probably played Beyonce—am I right Dontae Rayford?…

Notes from KW / Managing Change: An Exercise in Not Losing One’s Sense of Self

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

A recent move unearthed a note I had written to myself the night before I started Stern. Concerned with the amount of change about to enter my life I made a list of 6 things I needed to do to maintain my sense of self. The list encompassed spiritual goals, as well as utilized tools to make sure I could increase the ROI on my b-school investment. Below is the list, ranked in order of importance, and a grade for my performance—this whole exercise feels like a personal CFE.

1. Church Attendance/Scripture Study: put this in place to make sure that I didn’t forget to develop my spirituality while enhancing my business acumen.…

Notes from KW / Rumor Has It

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

All you need is two weeks at Stern to learn that this place is a rumor mill. Gossip travels at the speed at light in this place. In November I learned from two different people that there was rumor that I had made out with a certain individual. The rumor was totally false, although if I’m being completely honest, I kind of wish it were true…moving on.

Now I am in know way passing judgment, because if I am being completely honest, I am a active participant in keeping the mill turning, playing both victim(see above) and perpetrator.…

KW's Year in Review

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

It’s that time of year again… No I’m not talking about the hell that is finals period at Stern. Nor am I talking about the act of decking halls with boughs of holly. I live in the Palladium – I don’t have room for “boughs,” maybe a “sprig” if I pin it to the ceiling. Rather I’m referencing the bounty of “Year-In-Review” lists that populate our media outlets at this time of year reminding us of the highs and lows of our society during the past year. Well in the spirit of said lists, here is a list of Highs & Lows of Fall 2013-Stern Edition.…

Notes From KW

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

In honor of the Oppy’s Music issue I decided to describe the last year and a half of my life via a playlist. . It’s a mix of Drake, Chaka Khan, Miley Cyrus, Gotye, Guns N’ Roses and Beyonce… you’re welcome.

Getting into Stern

Getting off the waitlist and being accepted into Stern
Song: “Love on Top”
Artist: Beyonce
Key Lyrics: “Baby, baby, its you, you’re the one I want, you’re the one I need, you’re the only I see. Come on baby it’s you…when I need you, you make everything stop, finally you put my love on top.”…

KW’s Guide to Charity Ball

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

November’s sudden arrival has caused me to ponder several things: Where the heck did the last 10 months go? Felt like it was just yesterday I was in Dallas, questioning whether or not I wanted to sell Doritos for the rest of my life? Did skipping all those social events at the beginning of the semester really make me more effective at recruiting? What am I going to wear to Charity Ball? Okay I may or may not have been pondering that last one since the start of October. Charity Ball is one of my favorite events at Stern.…

Notes From KW

Krystal Walker, MBA Class of 2014

You guys, I have something to tell you…the Oppy is a magical entity. No, no I’m serious—this periodical grants wishes. As in, if you write it, it will come. This is not a shameless plug for you to submit articles, (but if you are interested reach out to the Oppy Editors) I’m being completely serious. You want proof of the Oppy’s power? Fine here’s your proof: in my last article I wrote about my love of dancing, and contemplated the thought of a dance study break. Well guess what? It turns out that the Stern Adventures Club (SAC) has a Silent Dance Party study break planned for next month.…

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