At Indiana University Kelley School of Business, collaboration isn’t just a classroom value—it’s a defining feature of the entire MBA experience. The Class of 2027 embodies this spirit, bringing together professionals from across industries, continents, and career paths who share a commitment to growth, community, and impact.
We start by meeting Alberto Drucker del Valle, who brings a passion for global innovation and product strategy from his work leading projects across Latin America. Dr. Charles Shofner draws on years of experience as a physician and chief resident to explore how business leadership can transform healthcare systems. Then, Karyn Anne Housh bridges academia, inclusion, and organizational development, intent on shaping workplaces where people and strategy thrive together. Katelyn Kirby, a biotech production manager turned aspiring brand leader, arrives with a STEM mindset and a drive to lead through collaboration. And Rosa Helena Rizo-Mulcahy, an accomplished financial services executive from Colombia, exemplifies Kelley’s global spirit and focus on empathy-driven leadership.
Read on for their stories and admissions advice in this edition of Real Humans: MBA Students.
