Ayan Mani
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Ayan Mani

UC Davis Undergraduate

I chose UC Davis to stay close to home in the Bay Area while receiving an excellent education from a top research university. My favorite thing about Davis is its tight-knit community despite being a large school.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Director of External Affairs, AggieWorks

Previous Education

  • B.A. in economics at UC Davis, College of Letters & Sciences
  • B.S. in statistics at UC Davis, College of Letters & Sciences

Previous Work Experience

  • Student Researcher, Center for Analytics & Technology in Society at UC Davis Graduate School of Management

Fun Facts

  • I
Anirudh Murugesan
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Anirudh Murugesan

UC Davis Undergraduate

I chose UC Davis because of the enriching academic environment, tight-knit social community, and high potential for career growth and opportunities!

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Founder, AI Student Collective
  • Product Manager, AggieWorks
  • Advisor, Product Space

Previous Education

  • B.S. in applied statistics, UC Davis
  • B.S. in computational cognitive science, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

  • Product Management Intern, Visa Direct Client Solutions  

Fun Facts

  • I enjoy getting involved with nonprofit and youth development initiatives.
  • I love playing basketball and
Ryan Advincula MBA 26
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Ryan Advincula MBA 26

As a Sacramento native, I grew up visiting UC Davis and appreciate the bustling college town. I'm proud to be both a student and an employee here.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, GSM Student Association Sacramento
  • Mentor, Sacramento Kings Fastbreak
  • GSM Pride Network

Previous Education

  • B.A. in political science and theater and performance studies, UC Berkeley

Previous Work Experience

  • Assistant Director of Development, UC Davis College of Letters and Science
  • Associate Director of Development, San Francisco Playhouse

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Liza Santa Ana MBA 25
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Liza Santa Ana MBA 25

I chose the UC Davis MBA program for its reputation, diversity in students, and flexibility.

Previous Education

  • B.A. in integrative biology, UC Berkeley

Previous Work Experience

  • Managerial Consultant, Kaiser Permanente

Fun Facts

  • I'm a new mom.
  • I have an English dog named Deebo.
  • I earned a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo a long time ago.
Henna Sawhney MBA 24
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Henna Sawhney MBA 24

UC Davis was my only MBA application due to its balance of professional development, STEM focus, flexible course load, and excellent teaching. As a healthcare professional, I'm grateful for my decision.

Previous Education

  • B.A. in women's studies at University of California, Berkeley
  • M.D. at St. George's University of London
  • M.P.H. at University of Southern California

Previous Work Experience

  • Clinical Research Coordinator, University of California, San Francisco Medical Center
  • Public Health Advisor, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  • Surgical Neurophysiologist, Los
Andy Collins MBA 25
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Andy Collins MBA 25

I chose to attend UC Davis for two main reasons. The first was after I spoke to several people who had either attended or were attending, I learned that they all had the same things to say, "The education is great, but the people and the tight-knit family community is what sets this place apart." After having been enrolled in the program for one year, I can confirm that the previous statement is true. At Davis, you are more than just a student to attend class; you are part of a larger family where you always learn from each other's past experiences.

The second reason I chose UC Davis is

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Nye Smarr

UC's Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders, UC Davis, May 2024

Delaware State University - Student Leadership and Experience

  • Treasurer, Student Government Association (2024-2025)
  • President, Financial Planning Club (2024-2025)
  • Treasurer, Honors Program (2023-2024)
  • Corresponding Secretary, Sophomore Class (2023-2024)
  • Vice President, Financial Planning Club (2023-2024)

Previous Education

  • Peddie High School 

Previous Work Experience

  • Markets Fellow, J.P. Morgan (2023)
  • Corporate Analyst, J.P. Morgan (2024)
  • UBS Student Analyst for Women's History Month under the Make
Verenice Andrade MBA 24
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Verenice Andrade MBA 24

I chose UC Davis for its flexible program, conducive environment, and transparent admissions process. The collaborative atmosphere and convenient Part-Time MBA program made it the perfect choice for my career change.

Current Position

  • Senior Paralegal, Pacific Gas & Electric Company

Previous Work Experience

  • Paralegal, Sundeen Salinas & Pyle

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, UC Berkeley

Fun Facts

  • I speak 3.25 languages (English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic).
  • During the pandemic, I mastered DIY gel manicures, and now host nail workshops with other GSM nail enthusiasts
Kristy MaKieve MBA 15
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Kristy MaKieve MBA 15

UC Davis GSM was a natural choice for me. The professors were of the same caliber as my Ivy League undergraduate faculty, and the Sacramento MBA campus was conveniently located.

Current Position

  • CEO, Healthy Rural California

Previous Work Experience

  • Director of Admissions, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
  • Director of Membership, California Medical Association
  • Administrative Director, Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
  • Executive Analyst, UC Davis School of Medicine
  • Development and Communications, UC Davis Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing

Previous Education

  • B.A
Gennaro Tecchia MBA 23
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Gennaro Tecchia MBA 23

I chose UC Davis because of its close-knit community, collaboration, diversity, and strong alumni network, aligning perfectly with my business administration background and career goals.

Current Position

  • Deployment Project Manager, Project Management & Shared Services, Kaiser Permanente

Previous Work Experience

  • Business Consulting Services Graduate Intern, Project Management & Shared Services, Kaiser Permanente
  • Founder, Consulting, GT Media Consulting
  • Business Development Lead, Business Development, GradRight Inc.
  • Head of Marketing, Marketing, Powered By Pros Inc.
  • Director of
Aashi Mehrotra MBA 25
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Aashi Mehrotra MBA 25

I chose UC Davis for its biotech immersion, which offers hands-on experiences and a curriculum deeply rooted in biotechnology.

Its location near the biotech hub provides easy access to leading companies, facilitating industry connections, internships, and full-time opportunities.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • ASM Board Member: Director of Career Services
  • Club Membership: GSM Healthcare Council, Product Management

Previous Education

  • Post Graduation (Pathology): Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
  • Graduation (M.B.B.S.): M.G.M. Medical College, Aurangabad

Previous Work

Rohan Ranshinge MSBA 19
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Rohan Ranshinge MSBA 19

I chose UC Davis for its balanced MSBA program, offering technical and business courses, and a year-long practicum project to apply learning in real-world settings.

Current Position

  • Marketing Analyst, Google

Previous Work Experience

  • Accenture
  • The Home Depot
  • Google

Previous Education

  • B.S. in Engineering, University of Mumbai
  • MSBA, UC Davis Graduate School of Management

Fun Facts

  • I am a self-taught guitar player.
  • I completed a 5K military obstacle course called the Devil's Circuit.
  • There are two of me! I have a twin who was also in the same MSBA program, and we both
Alice Vega MBA 24
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Alice Vega MBA 24

I chose UC Davis because of its cohort-based structure which helped me build a strong network. I was drawn to the diverse course offerings, especially the chance to study abroad.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Club Membership: Women in Leadership
  • Director of Finance, GSM Student Association Sacramento 2022-2023

Previous Education

  • B.A. in Business Administration, Concentration in Accounting, San Jose State University

Previous Work Experience

  • Senior Accountant - Quick Quack Car Wash
  • Staff Accountant - Catana Bio (formerly Dovetail Genomics)
  • Assurance Staff - Moss Adams, LLP
Minh Nguyen MBA 25
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Minh Nguyen MBA 25

I chose UC Davis GSM because of its community. The students are competitive, hardworking, and career oriented yet welcoming, friendly, and pleasant to work with.

The faculties are extremely helpful in every ways from small requests to supporting the professional career growth of each student. The campus is beautiful with plenty of trees and naturally diverse (My favorite spot is the arboretum).

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Director of Case Competition, Net Impact UC Davis GSM

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Science, Food Science & Technology, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Allison Judy MBA 25
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Allison Judy MBA 25

I chose UC Davis as I was attracted to the close-knit learning community, collaborative leadership program, and international partnerships.

When I visited campus, I was won over by the hospitality of the admissions team and second year ambassador(s) who welcomed me! 

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Club Membership: Women in Leadership, Healthcare Council

Previous Education

  • B.S. Chemistry, Westmont College 2019
  • Secondary Teaching Credential, Westmont College 2020

Previous Work Experience

  • Chemistry Teacher, Dos Pueblos High School
  • Science Teacher, La Cumbre Junior High
Reiya Sheth MBA 25
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Reiya Sheth MBA 25

I chose UC Davis because of its one-of-a kind Biotechnology immersion Program. The proximity to the numerous Biotech and Pharma companies aligned well with my future career aspirations.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Club Membership: GSM Healthcare Council, Women in Leadership

Previous Education

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), GMERS Medical College and Hospital

Previous Work Experience

  • General Physician, Iconic 1010 Hospital
  • General Physician, Milan Orthopedic and Fracture care Hospital
  • Intern Doctor, GMERS Medical College and Hospital

Fun Facts

    Cindy Jeon MSBA 24
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    Cindy Jeon MSBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because of its job-acclimated curriculum which will provide me a better understanding of core competencies, including a more focused insight of business analytics and computing subjects.

    Additionally, I believe the practicum project will help me to continue the momentum in my career. Lastly, it's located in California—why not!

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Project Manager at BroadVision (MSBA Practicum Project)
    • Leader at 2024 Hackathone Champion Team
    • MSBA Graduate Student Analyst (Grad STAT)

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Marketing and Business Administration
    Tara Rahimi MBA 24
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    Tara Rahimi MBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because it offers me the flexibility to work while expanding my education. Moreover, I love the tight-knit community of students, faculty, and staff which makes me feel supported.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Bay Area Student Ambassador Program

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Exercise Physiology, California State University, Chico

    Previous Work Experience

    • Benefits Advisor, Gusto

    Fun Facts

    • I enjoy playing tennis and hiking.
    • I am bilingual.
    • I love doing puzzles.
    Danielle Kleiner-Kanter MBA 25
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    Danielle Kleiner-Kanter MBA 25

    I chose UC Davis because I am passionate about the intersection of food, agriculture, and sustainability. At the heart of these fields of study, UC Davis was a natural choice.

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Co-President, Net Impact

    Previous Education

    • B.A. in Anthropology, Macalester College

    Previous Work Experience

    • Consumer Insights Consultant, The Hartman Group

    Fun Facts

    • I am a long distance cyclist. My favorite ride was over four days from Santa Barbara to San Diego!
    • I took up knitting during the pandemic. It is pretty cool to design and wear clothes that I have made
    Fitzjames Ryan MBA 24
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    Fitzjames Ryan MBA 24

    I chose UC Davis because it has a stellar reputation and delivers quality education. The Part-Time MBA program is flexible and allows me to pursue my degree while working full-time.

    Current Position

    • Materials Technologist at Sandia National Laboratory

    Previous Work Experience

    • Assay Technology

    Previous Education

    • B.S. in Chemistry, UC Santa Barbara