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Meet the MS Marketing Student Ambassadors
Connect with recent graduates and current MS Marketing 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 MSM student.
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current AMBASSADORS

Sanjana Bhardwaj

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Sanjana

    • Hometown: Kolkata, India
    • Undergraduate Major: Botany
    • Months of Work Experience: 4.5 years
    • “I’m interested in becoming an MSM Student Ambassador because I genuinely enjoy connecting with people and helping others make informed decisions about their academic journey.”
    • View Sanjana’s LinkedIn

 

Lila Deeb

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Lila

  • Hometown: Austin, TX
  • Undergraduate Major: Sociology
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “When I was researching the program, I found the ambassadors to be incredibly helpful and approachable in my application journey, but I struggled to find someone with my background. Because of this, I would love to be that representation for students who have no quantitative background, but still have a profound passion for marketing.”
  • View Lila’s LinkedIn

Lia Hoang

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Lia

  • Hometown: Fort Worth, TX
  • Undergraduate Major: Journalism
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “I want to be a student ambassador because I remember exactly what it was like weighing whether MSM was the right fit for me. I came in with a creative and strategic background, but I knew I needed to build up my quantitative skills to really be valuable in this industry.”
  • View Lia’s LinkedIn

Katie Roy

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Katie

    • Hometown: Austin, Texas
    • Undergraduate Major: Corporate Communications
    • Months of Work Experience: 0
    • “As a student ambassador, I get the unique opportunity to connect with some of the top students from across the nation and introduce them to the University of Texas at Austin for what may be their first time! Having called the University of Texas home for the past three years, I am excited to share my experiences, pass along my passion for this incredible university, and help the next generation of McCombs students envision their future here on the Forty Acres. Hook ‘Em!”
    • View Katie’s LinkedIn

 

Alison Sapier

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Alison

  • Hometown: Seattle
  • Undergraduate Major: Business Admin
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “Before entering the program, I spoke with an ambassador who ultimately helped me feel confident in choosing MSM. Coming from a small, out-of-state liberal arts institution, transitioning to a large university has been a great experience. I hope to provide that same support and insight to prospective students as they make their decision.”
  • View Alison’s LinkedIn

Nidhi Shetty

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Nidhi

  • Hometown: Mumbai, India
  • Undergraduate Major: Industrial Engineering
  • Months of Work Experience: 30
  • “Choosing a university from across the world was overwhelming as an international student, but the McCombs alumni network changed everything for me. The warmth and guidance I received showed me what it truly means to be part of the Longhorn family. As an ambassador, I look forward to helping future international Longhorns find their home here in Austin. Hook ’em!”
  • View Nidhi’s LinkedIn

Paige Vaughn

MSM Class of 2027

Meet Paige

    • Hometown: Austin, Texas
    • Undergraduate Major: Public Relations
    • Months of Work Experience: 132
    • “Coming back to school after more than a decade in the workforce was a huge decision for me, and I remember having so many questions about what the program, classes, and student experience would actually be like. Now that I’m at McCombs, I’d love to be that resource for someone else.”
    • View Paige’s LinkedIn

 

alumni AMBASSADORS

Alvaro Camacho Guadamuz

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Alvaro

  • Hometown: Heredia, Costa Rica
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 10
  • “I want to serve as a student ambassador because I understand how interactions with current students positively impact prospective students.”
  • View Alvaro’s LinkedIn

Lucas Kirk

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Lucas

  • Hometown: Los Angeles, California
  • Undergraduate Major: Applied Movement Science
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “One of the most important reasons why I chose and even found out about MSM was because I had a great relationship with Reid Broudy. He talked so highly about the program and made me extremely excited about the possibility of taking great class with excellent professors. I would love to be an MS student ambassador for MSM to be the source of information for prospective students who don’t have their own Reid Broudy.”
  • View Lucas’ LinkedIn

Dalton Cooper

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Dalton

  • Hometown: Hemando, Mississippi
  • Undergraduate Major: Marketing
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “I am interested in becoming an ambassador for the MSM program because I want to show future students that being themselves is enough to find their place here and make a difference in the lives of those around them.”
  • View Dalton’s LinkedIn

Theadora Hoffman

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Teddy

  • Hometown: Round Rock, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Communication Studies, minors in business and data science
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “I’d love to show that students from non-business/non-big school/non-STEM can thrive in this program!”
  • View Teddy’s LinkedIn

Maxine Weijers

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Maxine

  • Hometown: Denver, Colorado
  • Undergraduate Major: Public Relations
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “When I was first applying for the MSM program, I attended a panel of student ambassadors and they were incredibly helpful. The MSM student ambassador had a similar school track as mine and it made me feel confident in applying. I would love to be that for other prospective students. “
  • View Maxine’s LinkedIn

Yimin Yan

MSM Class of 2025

Meet Yimin

  • Hometown: Hubei, China
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science & Management Information Systems
  • Months of Work Experience: 35
  • “I’m interested in getting more students to learn about our program and hopefully help appeal more talents to our programs!”
  • View Yimin’s LinkedIn

Bertha Palma

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Bertha

  • Hometown: McGregor, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: University Studies Business
  • Months of Work Experience: 36
  • “When I was deciding which Master’s in Marketing programs to apply to, the student ambassadors immediately stood out to me. They made time to answer my questions during a busy school year, and their experiences and advice helped address many of my concerns. Their guidance not only helped me navigate the decision process but also inspired me to provide the same support to future students.”
  • View Bertha’s LinkedIn

Gabriella Gimson

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Gabriella

  • Hometown: Calgary
  • Undergraduate Major: Geography
  • Months of Work Experience: 38
  • “Talking to an ambassador after submitting my application was valuable to me for the extra insight I couldn’t get on the MSM webpage. The combination of an unconventional background, prior work experience, and living & studying in the UK, US and Canada makes me a great resource for answering questions from those with any of these commonalities.”
  • View Gabriella’s LinkedIn

Jimena Gonzalez

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Jimena

  • Hometown: Dallas, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Advertising
  • Months of Work Experience: 13
  • “I know firsthand the value of having someone to turn to during the program exploration process. I was fortunate to receive guidance and perspectives from MSM students at the time, which made my decision more informed and less overwhelming. Now, I would love to pay that forward by being a resource for others and helping prospective students feel supported and confident as they navigate their own journey.“
  • View Jimena’s LinkedIn

Max Holden

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Max

  • Hometown: Dallas, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Marketing
  • Months of Work Experience: 70
  • “I believe my unique perspective could be of use to people coming from non traditional backgrounds! I also would love to help the next generation of MSM students in anyway I can!“
  • View Max’s LinkedIn

Natalie Massaed

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Natalie

  • Hometown: Austin, Texas
  • Undergraduate Major: Advertising
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “I’m interested in serving as a student ambassador because my journey as a bridge student set me apart from the traditional process, giving me a unique perspective on navigating both undergraduate and graduate life.“
  • View Natalie’s LinkedIn

Sydney Rude

MSM Class of 2026

Meet Sydney

  • Hometown: St. Paul, Minnesota
  • Undergraduate Major: Business
  • Months of Work Experience: 0
  • “I am interested in serving as a student ambassador because my background as an out-of-state student from a small liberal arts college offers a unique and valuable perspective. I understand the questions and concerns that prospective students from various backgrounds may have and want to serve as an authentic resource for them.“
  • View Sydney’s LinkedIn