Student Ambassador | UC Davis Graduate School of Management

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Bryant Yu MBA 25

I joined UC Davis' part-time MBA program as a working professional to leverage their renowned faculty, industry connections, and innovative curriculum.

The program's emphasis on practical, real-world applications aligns with my career goals, providing a unique opportunity to integrate theory with hands-on experience. Additionally, the collaborative learning environment and diverse cohort at UC Davis contribute to a rich networking experience, fostering valuable connections within the business community.

Student Leadership and Experience

Product Marketing and Management Club Bay Area

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Kanksha Patel MBA 25

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Kanksha Patel MBA 25

I chose UC Davis to invest in my career. The GSM stood out to me because of its strong community, focus on professional development, and range of student resources. Its location offers unique opportunities for networking and building connections to leading industries.

Courses use real-world case studies for practical learning that I can immediately apply at work. The connections I've built during my time in the program foster lasting relationships with peers, faculty, and industry leaders- not only expanding my professional network, but providing ongoing support and opportunities throughout

Alex Schultz MBA 25

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Alex Schultz MBA 25

When I was researching graduate programs, UC Davis was a highlight for several reasons: a highly ranked program with well-respected faculty, a flexible program built for working professionals, and a hybrid in-person/online structure. The stellar reputation of UC Davis, both in the professional world and from some friends who are Aggies, sealed the deal for me.

Student Leadership and Experience

VP Internal Affairs, GSMSA-Bay Area, 2024-2025
President, Bay Area Ambassador Program, 2024-2025

Previous Education

B.S. in marketing, University of Colorado

Previous Work Experience

Marissa Pickard MBA 25

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Marissa Pickard MBA 25

I chose UC Davis because of its unique position within the food industry and, largely, because of the community culture centered around collaboration, innovation, and support. Not only do you build strong bonds within your cohort, but with other cohorts, staff, faculty, and extended community members.

Student Leadership and Experience

Women in Leadership club member
Food and Wine Leadership club member
Sacramento Part-Time MBA Student Ambassador

Previous Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communications, International Academy of Design and Technology

Previous Work

Monique Fruitiér MBA 25

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Monique Fruitiér MBA 25

I chose the University of California Davis, because of the top-notch quality of education that is taught here, and because after interacting with the staff and experiencing their leadership and support, I knew that it was my home.

I love the fact that the UC Davis GSM is a STEM-designated program and is very competitive. Also, since I work for UC Davis, I want to be able to utilize my knowledge and expertise, by pouring back into the community where I live and serve.

Student Leadership and Experience

Club Memberships: Women in Leadership
Black Graduate and Professional Student

Cody Caldwell MBA 25

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Cody Caldwell MBA 25

UC Davis is my alma mater. When I went to UC Davis for my undergrad, I enjoyed the people and staff that I met there as well as the learning environment.

Student Leadership and Experience

Military Leadership
Bay Area Food and Wine Club
GSM Veterans

Previous Education

UC Davis Chemical Engineering

Previous Work Experience

Aircraft Avionics Tehcnician, USAF
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Sensor Operator, USAF
Intelligence Analyst, CA ANG
Production Engineer, Crop Protection, Corteva Agriscience

Fun Facts

I've been an extra in a Steven Spielberg film, and met him.
I've

Sophia Zhu MPAc 24

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Sophia Zhu MPAc 24

I completed my undergraduate studies at UC Davis. I chose UC Davis because I like the learning atmosphere. I like walking around the campus to enjoy the peaceful nature.

Student Leadership and Experience

Associated Students of Management

Previous Education

Bachelor's of Science, Statistics - Statistical Data Science , UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Teaching Assistant, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
IS Assurance Intern - BDO,USA

Fun Facts

I love traveling, and Hawaii is my favorite among the cities I have visited.
I love baking, and cheesecake is my specialty.

Benjamin Tjandra MPAc 24

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Benjamin Tjandra MPAc 24

I wanted to go to Davis because it's one of the best programs in the West and close to home. I missed the California climate after four years in Chicago and wanted to enjoy the nice weather for a few more months before heading back east.

Student Leadership and Experience

Associated Students of Management
Davis Orthodox Christian Fellowship

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, History, Economics, University of Chicago

Previous Work Experience

Intern, Audit, KPMG LLP

Fun Facts

I like birding.
My dream is to own a bunch of rural land and grow my own food.
My favorite

Diana Tran MPAc 24

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Diana Tran MPAc 24

I went to undergrad at UC Davis and I love the college-town aspect and the inviting community. It's a big school with a tight-knit feel!

Student Leadership and Experience

Davis Women in Business, Career Development Board Associate
Davis Accounting Society, Professional Relations Director
Economics and Business Student Association, Member

Previous Education

Bachelors, Managerial Economics, Accounting Minor, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

External Audit Intern, PricewaterhouseCoopers

Fun Facts

I like to lift weights, build legos, and read in my free time!

Ryan Lucas MPAc 24

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Ryan Lucas MPAc 24

UC Davis has an excellent reputation for producing quality talent. It is located within striking distance of Sacramento and it's a close knit community in a vibrant small town.

Student Leadership and Experience

ASM Vice President of MPAc
Rotary Club of Davis, Roteract Liason

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, University of Washington

Previous Work Experience

Chain Sales Representative, Sales, Gallo Sales Co.
Assistant Branch Manager, Daily Rental, Enterprise Rent-a-Car
Administrative Assistant, Property management, Hines

Fun Facts

I do identify as a foodie

Gabby Tirsell MPAc 24

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Gabby Tirsell MPAc 24

After completing my undergrad at UC Davis, I really enjoyed being a part of the student community and the overall atmosphere of the quintessential college town. I also love visiting the cows and llamas when I get stressed.

Student Leadership and Experience

Venture Development Manager, UC Davis Student Startup Center

Previous Education

Bachelors, Economics with a minor in Technology Management, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Fundraising Intern, Inntrig Digital Health Ventures
Founder and CEO, U-Cycle LLC
Budgeting and Operations Intern, The Makers Place

Fun Facts

Bo Hendrickson MPAc 24

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Bo Hendrickson MPAc 24

I am the 4th Aggie in the family to be admitted to UC Davis and wanted to keep the tradition going.

Student Leadership and Experience

President of the UCI Roller Hockey Team

Previous Education

Bachelors Degree, Business Administration with a Specialization in Accounting, University of California, Irvine

Previous Work Experience

Administrative Support, Accounting Department, Shopbop
Senior Revenue Analyst, Accounting Department, eHealth Insurance
Financial Analyst, Institutional Client Department, Beacon Pointe Advisor

Fun Facts

I play ice hockey in my free time.
I am a

Chris Ruan MPAc 24

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Chris Ruan MPAc 24

I chose UC Davis because I thought the campus was nature-friendly with all the trees and grassy fields. I especially like taking walks in the spring and fall in the Arboretum to relax and enjoy the fresh air.

Student Leadership and Experience

Club Membership: Davis Political Review

Previous Education

UC Davis, Bachelor of Arts, International Relations and Economics

Previous Work Experience

Teaching Assistant, UC Davis Graduate School of Management
After Hours Assistant, UC Davis Student Housing and Dining

Fun Facts

I love cooking.
I studied abroad in Singapore.
My

Nasreen Ahmad MPAc 24

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Nasreen Ahmad MPAc 24

UC Davis has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl because I knew it was a respected university that offered endless opportunities for it's students.

It has a remarkable reputation and encourages community and diversity, and I wanted to be a part of it and contribute to it as well. The campus is filled with some of the greatest minds, and I wanted an opportunity to learn from them on a personal and professional level.

Student Leadership and Experience

Club Membership: Afghan Student Association

Previous Education

Bachelor of Science, Public Health, California State

Izzie Guevarra MPAc 24

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Izzie Guevarra MPAc 24

I attended UC Davis during my undergrad and really loved the tight-knit community we had, especially in the accounting minor.

Student Leadership and Experience

Davis Accounting Society - Co-President
Alpha Delta Pi Sorority - Director of Philanthropy
Davis Accounting Society - Marketing Director

Previous Education

Bachelor's of Science, Managerial Economics, UC Davis

Previous Work Experience

Graduate School of Management - Teaching Assistant
Cattlemen's Steakhouse - Bookkeeper

Fun Facts

I'm from San Diego.
I love baseball.
I wanted to be a physical therapist coming

Jocelyn Guzman MBA 24

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Jocelyn Guzman MBA 24

"The collaborative environment that UC Davis fosters was exactly what I was looking for in an MBA program, in addition to the marketing courses offered by the Graduate School of Management, and the incredible network in the area."

Student Leadership and Experience

Student ambassador
Marketing chair, Aggie Speak

Previous Education

Bachelor of Arts in psychology, UC Santa Barbara

Previous Work Experience

Graduate program manager, UC Santa Barbara

Fun Facts

I love a great crime podcast.
I am embarking on a small side business.
I have a twin brother who is one minute older

Marisol Ibarra MBA 26

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Marisol Ibarra MBA 26

I chose the UC Davis Sacramento Part-Time MBA program due to the campus being a strategic advantage, positioned at the nexus of politics and economics.

The program offers an unparalleled environment to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. This alignment with my goal of bridging policy and business, combined with the school's strong reputation, convinced me that the UC Davis Graduate School of Management is the perfect partner for my MBA journey.

Student Leadership and Experience Host of Here Comes the Sun podcast Previous Education B.A. in Political Science, Cal Poly

Samhitha Upadhya MBA 24

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Samhitha Upadhya MBA 24

UC Davis is a good management school and also its presence in Bay Area helps me with commute.

Student Leadership and Experience

GSMSA-BA
Net Impact
Davis Consulting Club

Previous Education

Master of Science
Bachelor of Engineering

Previous Work Experience

Bank of America

Fun Facts

I love traveling with my family.
I love to grow my own food.
I love reading books.

Mansi Saxena MBA 25

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Mansi Saxena MBA 25

While UC Davis location proximity helps Bay Area residents, its hybrid delivery and culture provide flexibility in multiple ways.

The small cohort size feels intimate and discussion with professors is very enlightening. I feel UC Davis is a clear winner when it comes to holistic learning and industry immersion programs where everyone can find their footing. I hope to share the university culture with prospective students by being a Student Ambassador.