MSBA-WP
Meet our Student Ambassadors
Ambassadors are current MS Business Analytics students, in the working professional program, who can answer questions about Texas McCombs and life in the program. Student ambassadors don't address admissions questions but can share their personal experience.
David Aarhus
David Aarhus
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet David
- Current Location: Washington State
- Undergraduate Major: Data Analytics
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 4
- “I’m passionate about data, software, and creating innovative tools that drive efficiency and change. One of my favorite quotes is from Steve Jobs: “Innovation is the ability to see change as an opportunity, not a threat.“
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Arjun Babuji
Arjun Babuji
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Arjun
- Current Location: Florida
- Undergraduate Major: Civil Engineering
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 9
- “I’m delighted to join the UT McCombs Working Professionals (WP) community as a student ambassador! With nine years of work experience in the field, I began my career journey after graduating from The University of Central Florida. I am currently based in Orlando, Florida, where I serve as the Senior Program Manager for Development & Operations at Rahm Sensor Development.“
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Hiram Gonzalez
Hiram Gonzalez
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Hiram
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 18
- “I hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Houston, an MBA from Rice University and have 18 years of experience in the maritime, energy and finance industries. I also had the opportunity to live and work in Shanghai, China for two and half years.
My favorite quote is from John F. Kennedy given in 1962 during the Space Race : “We choose to go to the Moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard”.
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Sruthi Moothath
Sruthi Moothath
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet sruthi
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Management Information Systems
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 4
- “I believe in the transformative power of diversity. Having diverse perspectives enriches our academic environment, enhances problem-solving, and prepares us for success in a global workforce. As someone who has benefited greatly from the support of my community, I know firsthand the value of having a network that uplifts and encourages you.”
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Sandra Rodriguez
Sandra Rodriguez
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Sandra
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Sociology
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 37
- A graduate from UT Austin, Sandra is working for Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) as a Project Director/Program Manager in the Austin, Texas office. A quote that resonates with her is “All great achievements require time.” – Maya Angelou.
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Monika Simikic
Monika Simikic
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Monika
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Economics & Business Analysis
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 6
- “Balancing a master’s degree while working full-time is a daunting but incredibly rewarding experience. As someone who was new to both UT and Austin when I started at McCombs, I know how valuable it is to have support along the way. I’m excited to be a resource for anyone who may be considering this journey!”
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Matt Sinclair
Matt Sinclair
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Matt
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Pre-Law
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: 11
- “What I love most about this program is its flexibility. It allows me to deepen my knowledge in meaningful subjects while continuing to work full-time. As a father of five, my family depends on me. So stepping away from my career to pursue further education wasn’t an option. This program has truly been a game-changer, equipping me with invaluable skills that I can immediately apply in my job.”
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Laine Woelfel
Laine Woelfel
MSBA Class of 2026
Meet Laine
- Current Location: Texas
- Undergraduate Major: Finance & IT – Data Analytics
- Years of Post-Graduate Work Experience: <1 yr
- “I can offer applicants insight into the high quality of the UT MSBA-WP program, both in terms of program content and the hybrid presentation with truly beneficial immersive sessions. I can answer questions about balancing the demands of the program with work challenges, even for recent graduates with limited work experience.”
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