Kaustubh Chaturvedi MBA 26
I chose UC Davis for my MBA because of its expertise in the food and agriculture sector and its proximity to the Bay Area.
Poets&Quants Honors Dean H. Rao Unnava with Lifetime Achievement Award
Award for leadership recognizes his enduring humanity
During his decade of leadership, Unnava has transformed UC Davis from a quietly ambitious regional business school into a nationally distinctive player that punches far above its weight in innovation, inclusion, and impact.
Saurav Kanegaonkar MSBA 26
I chose UC Davis for its rigorous, statistics-driven Master of Science in Business Analytics program and real-world practicum model that provides hands-on experience solving industry problems. The program’s emphasis on data-driven decision-making, experimentation and applied analytics aligns directly with my goal of working in product analytics and product management.
Kashaf Shahid MBA 27
I chose UC Davis because it truly aligns with my goals of advancing in finance while growing as a leader. I love the flexibility of the part-time MBA program; it lets me balance a full-time career and still apply what I learn directly to real-world challenges.
The Sacramento campus has such a welcoming and collaborative vibe, with people who genuinely want to see each other succeed. UC Davis embodies innovation, integrity and impact; these are the same values I strive to bring into my own career.
Friendsgiving Potluck
Hosted by Associated Students of Management
- November 21, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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ASM is hosting a Friendsgiving potluck lunch, and we’d love to see everyone come out and celebrate together!
GSM Alumni Holiday Happy Hour
- December 09, 2025 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a festive evening filled with cheer and great company at the GSM Holiday Happy Hour!
Sponsored by the GSMAA Board, this special event is the perfect way to connect and celebrate the season. Tickets are $25 and include heavy appetizers and a drink of your choice. Don’t miss this chance to toast the season, catch up with friends, and enjoy a lively evening in Midtown.
Get your tickets today!
Veterans Day Celebration
Hosted by the GSM Veterans Club
- November 16, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Thank you for your service! Veterans, come join the Veterans Club at Sudwerk Brewing Co with other Veterans across the programs at GSM. Continue to build camaraderie with your fellow classmates. Your family and friends are welcome to join us. Hope to see you there!
Prizes
Each year, the UC Davis Graduate School of Management recognizes outstanding undergraduate business majors for their academic excellence, leadership, and contributions to the GSM community. Awards celebrate achievements such as high academic performance, demonstrated professionalism, community engagement and commitment to the values of the school. These prizes honor students who exemplify excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
Mia Hildebrand MPAc 26
I chose UC Davis because it feels like home. The campus community is so welcoming, and there are endless opportunities to learn and grow. I did my undergrad here and had such a great experience with the people, professors and overall environment that I knew I wanted to stay. UC Davis has helped me grow both personally and academically, and I’m excited to keep building on that. I also love the cows.
Making AI Work for You
State leaders deploy AI-powered tools with greater responsibility and equity.
CDT’s AI Community hosted Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava, who told state workers that despite AI's power, it still makes mistakes. “Using AI well requires oversight and, because oversight is expensive, we have to apply it strategically."