Getting off the waitlist is no small feat — and for many students, it’s just the beginning. In this episode of Stern Chats, host Alisha Agrawal sits down with Akiera Charles to share their journeys from uncertainty to acceptance, and the lessons they learned along the way. Together, they offer encouragement and practical advice for prospective students navigating the re-application process and finding their place at Stern.

Host: Alisha Agrawal

Produced by: Alisha Agrawal, Mridula Rajagopal

Edited by: Alex Cheung

Music by: Jesse Han