Harvard Business School recently held a naturalization ceremony for 147 individuals from 48 different countries, who became new U.S. citizens. The event featured speeches from HBS Dean Srikant M. Datar and Massachusetts District Judge Denise J. Casper. Following the swearing-in, the new citizens watched a welcome message from President Joe Biden, recited the Pledge of Allegiance, and celebrated with their loved ones. The dean highlighted the valuable contributions that immigrants make to American society, while one naturalized citizen expressed his aspirations of making a significant impact after attending Harvard. The ceremony aimed to acknowledge the positive influence immigrants have on the country's economy and communities, and participants described it as a meaningful experience that showcased the strength of diversity and unity in the nation. [6d0bba1f]