Neal Rusk, Master of Business Administration (MBA) '24 Growing up in Bend, Oregon, Neal Rusk moved to Salem to receive his undergraduate degree in economics and psychology at Willamette University. Post-grad, he dived into a career in finance, spending the next eight years working in portfolio management for a global wealth management company, doing everything... Continue Reading →
Seshu Bharathi Katari, Master of Science in Finance (MSF) '24 A catalyst for transformation, steadfast in her belief that the unreachable is simply the unexplored, meet Seshu Bharathi Katari. Her journey is a testament to embracing challenges as gateways to uncharted opportunities and encapsulates the spirit of "Impossible Is Nothing." Seshu defines herself through five... Continue Reading →
Astrid Galvez, Master of Taxation (MT) '24 Growing up in El Salvador, Astrid Galvez, was instilled with a strong work ethic and deep appreciation for the natural beauty of the country. She says, “It’s a country known for its hard working people and beautiful beaches, which are a paradise for surfers seeking wonderful waves.” With... Continue Reading →
Rosa Garcia A. - MBA/MSF '24 Moving around the world never stopped Rosa Garcia A. from pursuing her education. She spent her youth in Mexico - born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, and lived in a nearby town, Cuisillos, Jalisco, until she was seven years old. She then lived in San Bernardino County, California, where she graduated... Continue Reading →
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