By Reginelle Anderson Although Portland's gorgeous scenery is enough to draw in new people, our Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) program further solidified Christina Mirani's decision to move from San Francisco. Previously Christina attended San Francisco State University studying urban studies and planning with a focus on development. During that program, she interned... Continue Reading →
More Than A Career Pivot
How the PSU MBA Helped Ben Jacklet Move from Journalism to Solar Storytelling Born in Eugene, Oregon, Ben Jacklet was destined for a life shaped by curiosity and discovery. His parents were finishing graduate school when he was young, and both went on to become biology professors. Eventually, his father accepted a faculty position at... Continue Reading →
From Residential Roots to Commercial Heights
Ata Mohaghegh is answering the call for high-demand talent in a changing appraisal landscape. After almost 20 years of running his own residential appraisal firm, Ata Mohagheghencountered the growing challenges of an increasingly cyclical market, where workload and income volatility made long-term planning difficult. Seeking deeper analytical training and more durable career opportunities, he chose... Continue Reading →
Turning Analysis Into Action: How PSU Shaped Anchal Shardaโs Career
For Anchal Sharda, the journey from classroom to career began with a love for analytical, detail-oriented work. โPSU helped me understand just how much I enjoy analytical and detail-oriented work,โ she shared. Rigorous coursework strengthened problem-solving abilities and deepened analytical skills, guiding Anchal toward roles in accounting, finance, and data-driven decision-making. Exposure to modern tools... Continue Reading →
Navigating Complexity: How PSU Shaped Meena Al-Azzaweโs Leadership Journey
When Meena Al-Azzawe enrolled at Portland State University in September 2020, the world around her felt unsettled: Portland had experienced a summer of wildfire smoke, political tension was high, and the city seemed caught in a pressure cooker of grief and fury. Against that backdrop, Meena returned to school seeking something future-facing, constructive, and grounding.... Continue Reading →
