My name is Karen De La Torre, and I am a first-generation graduate. My parents are my heart and soul and have always encouraged me to pursue and create opportunities. I currently work at Daimler Truck North America at their Portland Truck Manufacturing Plant as a Production Supervisor but am currently working on a special... Continue Reading →
Portland State University dual degree student Qiwu Zhu on the value of her graduate business education Qiwu Zhu has always been a passionate and high-achieving learner. As an undergrad, she saw the value in double majoring in both economics and psychology. After graduating, Zhu took a break from her ambitious course load with a gap... Continue Reading →
Please briefly describe your career path and what led you to choose The School of Business. Before obtaining my master's degree in Taxation, I had a bachelor's degree in Finance from PSU School of Business and was working full-time as a staff accountant for the United Fund Advisors. My next goal in my career was... Continue Reading →
Please briefly describe your career path and what led you to choose The School of Business. My background before business school was in consumer goods and finance. I was an investment strategist, but that didn't fully align with my values, which drove me to seek something more impact- and purpose-driven. What drew you to the... Continue Reading →
Portland State University Graduate Business Blog 