Michelle Nguyen MPAc 22
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Michelle Nguyen MPAc 22

MPAc Ambassador

Coming from a non-accounting background, I felt it was important for me to join an MPAc program that would guide me towards my goals. At UC Davis, I’ve met incredible professors, mentors, and classmates who have all equipped me with the skills necessary to be successful in launching my career.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • MPAc Ambassador at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management.
  • Member of the Tri-Beta National Biological Honor Society.

Previous Degree

  • B.S. in biology, University of San Francisco.

Previous Work Experience

  • Physical Therapy Assistant at Laguna Honda
Ziyan Xu MPAc 22
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Ziyan Xu MPAc 22

MPAc Ambassador

Pursuing my MPAc degree at UC Davis, I value the strong faculty and collaborative environment. The program’s size fosters connections with peers and faculty, building a solid foundation for a career in accounting.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Advisor, Davis Accounting Society (DAS) at UC Davis.
  • Execution Team Leader, Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley, non-profit.

Previous Degree

  • B.A. in management science, University of California, San Diego.

Previous Work Experience

  • Financial Analyst Assistant – assist in the leverage buyout project and prepare executive summaries.
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Jenny Wang MPAc 22
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Jenny Wang MPAc 22

MPAc Ambassador

What inspires me to keep going is my future. By building a strong connection with distinguished staff members and motivated students, I have gained professional knowledge and technical skills that prepared me for the CPA exam and career development. UC Davis MPAc program truly helped me build a bright and hopeful future.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Vice President of Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) - Portland State University.
  • Senator of Residence Hall Association - Oklahoma State University.

Previous Degree

  • B.A. in accounting, Portland State University.

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Lucia Saldivar MBA 23
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Lucia Saldivar MBA 23

Sacramento Part-Time MBA

I chose UC Davis because of the tight-knit community, the access to an incredible network in Northern California, and because the program allowed me the flexibility that I needed.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Women in Leadership
  • Latinx Student Association

Previous Degrees(s) and School(s)

  • Bachelors, Political Science, Barnard College of Columbia University

Professional Experience

  • Legislative Director, California State Assembly
  • Sacramento Metro EDGE member

Fun Facts

  • I have been a vegetarian for 19 years.
  • I have a rescue cat named Milo.
  • I am a beer enthusiast.
Marian Sterk MBA 24
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Marian Sterk MBA 24

Sacramento Part-Time MBA

I chose UC Davis because of its reputation, local impact, and broad selection of classes.

Student Leadership and Experience Women in Leadership Previous Degrees(s) and School(s) B.S., Integrated Marketing Communications, San Diego State University Professional Experience Owner and Small Business Consultant, ADITUM Consulting Sacramento Metro EDGE member Fun Facts I have 180 recreational skydives in my logbook. I have camped in 10-degree weather, but I don't want to do it again. I named my dog Pistol Annie after my favorite band.

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Ghazanfar Alvi MBA 24
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Ghazanfar Alvi MBA 24

Sacramento Part-Time MBA Ambassador

I received my bachelor's from UCD and it was a great experience. While looking for a school to get my MBA, UC Davis was really helpful and caring during the process which led me to choose UC Davis.

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Vice President, IEEE (2015-16)

Previous Degree and University Attended

  • B.S. Electrical Engineering, UC Davis

Professional Experience

  • Systems Engineer 1, Tesco Controls Inc (2019- present)

Fun Facts

  • I am an avid hiker.
  • I regularly play cricket and I have been part of an Executive Committee for Cricket in the greater Sacramento area for the past
Leticia Garay MBA 24
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Leticia Garay MBA 24

Though I came to UC Davis for its beautiful campus, I stayed because of the beautifully-collaborative and uplifting community. I’m thankful to be an Aggie through and through because this community continues to foster my professional and personal growth.

Professional Experience

  • UC Davis Undergraduate Admissions Associate Director of Transfer Evaluation
  • UC Davis Undergraduate Admissions Assistant Director
  • Jobtrees.com Marketing & Communications Intern
  • MetroEdge Communications Lead

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and minor in Human Development, UC Davis, 2015
  • MBA
Alex Reyes MBA 22
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Alex Reyes MBA 22

Online MBA Ambassador

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” — Anonymous [African proverb]

Education

  • B.S. in business administration, CSU Sacramento

Experience

  • Technical recruiter, Facebook

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Online MBA ambassador

Fun Facts

  • I am a dad, geek and USAF veteran.
  • My wife and I launched an apparel line: samatayojl.com.

     
Stephanie Sharuga MBA 21
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Stephanie Sharuga MBA 21

Online MBA Ambassador

"This program is really attractive because of its quality and flexibility, and because of how diverse the staff and students are. I appreciate that the professors and students come from so many different backgrounds and experiences, including people like me from STEM backgrounds. I've met many great people, some of whom I now consider my friends. We will even randomly reach out to each other to talk about work-related issues, and I look forward to having this network as I move forward in my career."

Education

  • Ph.D., Oceanography and Coastal Sciences, Louisiana State University
  • M.S
Meghna Rajaram MBA 22
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Meghna Rajaram MBA 22

Online MBA Ambassador

"You get what you put into the program. The MBA program allows people from all industries to learn general management and problem solving skills."

Education

  • B.M, Music Business Management and Vocal Performance, Berklee College of Music

Fun Facts

  • I am a professional Bollywood singer and have been performing for Indian events and festivals for over 18 years!
  • I was on tour in 2019 with a Bollywood musical group.
  • I can sing in over 10 languages, I can speak five.
  • I have two dogs—a Havapoo named Junie and a Corgi Golden Mix named Pickle—and they are the best fur babies I could have
Jeffrey Blake MBA 21
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Jeffrey Blake MBA 21

Online MBA Ambassador

"Make the most of your time at UC Davis! The University has so many wonderful opportunities for students to get involved and enrich their experience outside of the classroom."

Education

  • B.S.,\ Crop Science and Horticulture, CSU Chico

Experience

  • President, Lassen Meadow Farms
  • President, Blake Ag Consulting and Management
  • Field Research and Development and Sales, Sierra Gold Nurseries

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Vice President, Entrepreneurship Club

Fun Facts

  • I love mountain biking, kayaking, and just about anything outdoors!
Katja Gagen MBA 22
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Katja Gagen MBA 22

Online MBA Ambassador

"Getting an MBA is a great opportunity to expand your network and learn new skills that can be applied across many industries."

Education

  • M.A. International Relations, Political Science, and Linguistics, University of Mainz
  • B.A. Business Management, University of Applied Sciences for Economics, Berlin, Germany

Experience

  • Principal & Head of Marketing, Technology Crossover Ventures
  • VP Marketing, General Catalyst
  • Senior Executive Communications Manager, Cisco Systems

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Online MBA ambassador

Fun Facts

  • I speak five languages and love to
Dean Seago MBA 21
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Dean Seago MBA 21

Online MBA Ambassador

“I knew exactly what to do. But in a much more real sense, I had no idea what to do.” — Michael Scott

Education

  • B.B.A., Brandman University

Experience

  • Project manager, Voxelmaps
  • Master trainer, Healthquest Fitness Center

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Member of student government
  • Part of multiple committees
  • Online MBA ambassador

Fun Facts

  • I don't know how to whistle.
  • I hate pickles.
Meredith Roberts MBA 22
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Meredith Roberts MBA 22

Online MBA Ambassador

"If life were predictable it would cease to be life, and be without flavor." — Eleanor Roosevelt

Education

  • B.S., Entomology, UC Davis.

Experience

  • Clean energy executive and consultant

Student Leadership and Experience

  • President, GSM Student Association Online MBA
  • Vice President, Women in Leadership Online Club
  • Board Member, Virtual Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club
  • Winner Big Bang! Competition 2021
  • Keller Pathway Fellow
Kim-Mai Hoang MBA 23
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Kim-Mai Hoang MBA 23

Online MBA Ambassador

"I love the flexibility of this program, and I've been able to make great connections with my peers through group projects and virtual coffee chats."

Education

  • B.S., Business Administration, Marketing Xoncentration, UC Riverside

Experience

  • Senior community associate, Lyft
  • Community associate; Lyft
  • Tech marketing intern, Infinera Corporation
  • Corporate marketing intern, Infinera Corporation

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Member, Online MBA Women in Leadership
  • Spring 2020 Cohort Representative

Fun Facts

  • I'm afraid of heights because I almost fell off a ski lift when I
Eve-Marie Lanza MBA 22
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Eve-Marie Lanza MBA 22

Online MBA Ambassador

"Pursuing my MBA through the UC Davis Online MBA program is one of the best investments I've ever made in myself and my career. The program connects me to people, opportunities, and ideas that make me a better leader and advocate."

Education

  • B.A., Philosophy, University of California at Riverside
  • J.D., Whittier Law School

Experience

  • Senior solutions marketing manager, Hewlett Packard Enterprise
  • Senior marketing content manager, IBM
  • Enterprise marketing messaging and content manager, Dell
  • Product marketing content and programs manager, Juniper Networks

Student Leadership and

Matvari Maharaj MBA 21
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Matvari Maharaj MBA 21

Online MBA Ambassador

"UC Davis has taught me how become a prouder and louder individual. Communication, collaboration and confidence have been the backbone of this program since the first day of school. The Graduate School of Management has brought powerful individuals together and I am forever thankful to call so many of these people my life-long friends."

Education

  • B.S., Business Management, CSU Chico
  • Minor, Project Management and International Studies, CSU Chico

Experience

  • Project coordinator, Lundberg Family Farms

Student Leadership and Experience

  • Co-Vice President of GSMSA OMBA

Fun Facts

    Robin Stilwell MBA 22
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    Robin Stilwell MBA 22

    Online MBA Ambassador

    "The coursework is rigorous. Thankfully, there is a fabulous network of people to lean on when the going gets tough. The faculty and staff are responsive and helpful. The students in my cohort are like family. We collaborate, support and encourage one another toward success. I am proud to be a part of the UC Davis Graduate School of Management community."

    Education

    • B.B.A., Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, DeVry University

    Experience

    • Facility Manager, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
    • Program Director, Carrington College
    • Instructor, Carrington College

    Student

    Munkhzul Khurtsbileg MBA 22
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    Munkhzul Khurtsbileg MBA 22

    Online MBA Ambassador

    “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...”
    ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go!

    Education

    • B.A., Business Economics, UC Santa Barbara

    Experience

    • Controller, Elemental LED

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Online MBA Ambassador, UC Davis

    Fun Facts

    • I was born and raised in Mongolia.
    • I run two Meetup groups in Reno, Nevada—one for Asian Professionals and one for Wallflowers.
    • I love traveling and exploring new
    Shyamal K. Chattaraj MBA 23
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    Shyamal K. Chattaraj MBA 23

    Online MBA Ambassador

    "The MBA@UCDavis program helps to rediscover our inner skills and capabilities. The STEM-designated curriculum trains us in various tools and frameworks to better solve real-world problems; it also trains us to effectively work virtually and to create strong bonds with other students in the program."

    Education

    • B.Tech. (Hons.), Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology

    Experience

    • Senior Project Manager, IBM
    • Project Leader, IBM

    Student Leadership and Experience

    • Online MBA Ambassador, UC Davis

    Fun Facts

    • Passionate about dramatics, I participate regularly in