Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business students come to learn, explore, and build community. As they move forward in their careers, they take everything they've learned and use it to power innovation in industries and businesses across the globe.
In celebration of Spring 2025 Commencement, we sat down with a few students to learn about their experiences and the wisdom they've gained in the process.
Meet Clark Mahaffey, who is graduating from the M.S. Major in Management program.
Hometown:
Peachtree City, Georgia
Describe yourself in 15 words or less:
I love pop music, card games, banana pudding, and hanging out with my friends!
Who most influenced your decision to pursue an M.S. Major in Management?
My parents encouraged me to pursue the M.S. Major in Management degree.
What was your favorite business course and why?
My favorite course was Business and Ethics. Almost every hand goes up during discussion, which is a testament to how relevant the topics are and how engaging Professor Steve Salbu is. The world needs more people like him!
What advice would you give to an incoming M.S. Major in Management student?
My advice is to look to make a new friend every day.
What activities were you involved with on or off campus, and did your business education impact those activities in any way?
In September, I sang in part of a show at City Winery, and my classmates came to support!
What was your favorite event or tradition at Scheller, and why?
My favorite Scheller event was the 2024 holiday card video shoot. Throwing fake snowballs with Buzz for the holiday greeting was a great time!
What are the top two items on your professional bucket list?
- Win a Grammy
- Write a song for Tori Kelly
What was a moment when you had to practice persistence and/or resilience while in the M.S. Major in Management program?
I felt like every assignment was due at the same time at the end of the first semester. It was chaotic, but we got through it together!
What is the biggest lesson you gained from your Scheller M.S. Major in Management degree?
As I got to know my classmates, I learned that if you need to ask someone about a polarizing topic, turn it into a consumer behavior interview! It helps de-escalate potentially dicey conversations.
What will you be doing to celebrate your graduation?
I will hopefully be taking pictures with friends and catching up on my sleep!
What is a fun fact about yourself?
I opened for Blackbear in McCamish for Georgia Tech’s 2021 Homecoming Concert.