Desiree Barbaro shares how the diversity of her Penn State Smeal Part-Time Hybrid MBA cohort has helped her grow as a strategic leader. With classmates from industries like finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship, she gains new perspectives and approaches to leadership and decision-making. The program’s in-person residencies strengthen these connections, turning virtual classmates into real collaborators and creating a strong sense of community. *Learn more about the program:* https://hybridmba.smeal.psu.edu *Start your application:* https://hybridmba.smeal.psu.edu/apply