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Meet the MSITM Student Ambassadors
Connect with recent graduates and current MS Information Technology & Management students who can answer questions about their experience studying at Texas McCombs, career management/outcomes, and life in the program. Student ambassadors don't address admissions questions but can share their personal experiences as a MSITM student.
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Current AMBASSADORS
Ab Tripathy
Ab Tripathy
MSITM Class of 2026

Meet Ab

    • Hometown: New Delhi, India
    • Undergraduate Major: Computer Engineering
    • Months of Work Experience: 36
    • “I’d like to help out students who are in confusing/uncertain career situations like I was. I’d like to offer perspective that I have gained over the years as a working professionals. I also want to be able to connect people to the right resources to help them make the most of their graduate school.”
    • View Ab’s LinkedIn

 

Abhirami Sasikala Rishikesavan
Abhirami Sasikala Rishikesavan
MSITM Class of 2026

Meet Abhirami

  • Hometown: India
  • Undergraduate Major: Masters in Cybersecurity and Threat Management
  • Months of Work Experience: 84
  • “When I was applying to the MSITM program at McCombs, hearing directly from current students gave me the clarity and confidence I needed. Their experiences helped me imagine myself here and now that I’m part of the program, I’d love to do the same for others.”
  • View Abhirami’s LinkedIn
Gauri Gurav
Gauri Gurav
MSITM Class of 2026

Meet Gauri

  • Hometown: Mumbai
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 32
  • “Having benefited from mentorship and guidance myself, I see this as an opportunity to give back, whether it’s by helping new students transition smoothly, sharing honest insights about the program, or fostering connections across the cohort.”
  • View Gauri’s LinkedIn
Ranya El-Shinawy
Ranya El-Shinawy
MSITM Class of 2027

Meet Ranya

  • Hometown: Austin, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Journalism
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “My undergraduate background in journalism sets me apart from many MSITM students, and I want to show others that they can succeed in an MS program, even if they come from an untraditional path. I’d like to share my experiences, tips, and resources to help others feel confident from the start.”
  • View Ranya’s LinkedIn
Sana Irshad
Sana Irshad
MSITM Class of 2026

Meet Sana

  • Hometown: Delhi, India
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science and Engineering
  • Months of Work Experience: 117
  • “I have always believed in giving back to the community, and at McCombs, UT Austin, I’ve found a strong sense of belonging and growth. Having gone through the challenges of moving to Austin and starting this program, I understand how overwhelming the transition can feel. As an ambassador, I want to extend the same support to others and help incoming students feel confident navigating their own paths. For me, it is not just about representing the program but about fostering an inclusive environment where every student feels welcomed and empowered to thrive.”
  • View Sana’s LinkedIn
Alumni AMBASSADORS
Nikita Andhale
Nikita Andhale
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Nikita

  • Hometown: India
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 65
  • “I thrive on interacting with new people, fostering a sense of community, and making a positive impact.”
  • View Nikita’s LinkedIn
Karthika Ramesh
Karthika Ramesh
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Karthika

  • Hometown: Chennai, India
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 36
  • “I am eager to serve as a student ambassador for MSITM because of the profound impact the UT community and alumni had on my decision to join this program. Their support and insights were invaluable, and I am committed to giving back in the same spirit to future applicants and prospective students.”
  • View Karthika’s LinkedIn
Shraddha
Shraddha
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Shraddha

Karen Yin
Karen Yin
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Karen

  • Hometown: Round Rock, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Management Information Systems
  • Months of Work Experience: 2
  • “As an undergraduates student trying to get into this graduate school program, I felt scared and under qualified. I also did not have a lot of confidence in my experiences. I want to help prospective students gain confidence and get to know the program more. “
  • View Karen’s LinkedIn
Jyotsna Chellani
Jyotsna Chellani
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Jyotsna

  • Hometown: Mumbai, India
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Engineering
  • Months of Work Experience: 23
  • “I am interested in being a Student Ambassador so that I can help new students to connect with existing and past batches to help solve their questions.”
  • View Jyotsna’s LinkedIn
Claire Wang
Claire Wang
MSITM Class of 2025

Meet Claire

  • Hometown: China
  • Undergraduate Major: Information and Computer Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 8
  • “I would love to share my experience”
  • View Claire’s LinkedIn