The culture of the Whitman School of Management is characterized by a strong sense of community in which every student plays a critical role in shaping experiences, cultivating networks, and building a path for success. The graduate student ambassador program is designed specifically to introduce you to some of our graduate business students. Our student body is very diverse, and come from a variety of backgrounds. Embracing this diversity is a cornerstone to the success of our programs. Below is a brief biography of our current ambassadors for the MBA program. Feel free to contact a student by clicking on the email link to speak with him or her directly!
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Allison Chapman
MBA Class of 2012
alchapma@syr.edu
I am presently pursuing a dual concentration in Marketing and Supply Chain Management. In addition, I am a first year representative in the Whitman Graduate Student Organization, a Student Ambassador, and a Student Assistant. I am a member of the Women in Action, as well as Marketing groups. |
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Courtney Ostrout
MBA Class of 2012
clostrou@syr.edu
I am currently pursuing my MBA with a concentration in Finance. I remain active in the Whitman community through my membership and involvement with the Syracuse University Investment Club and Whitman Women in Business. I am also committed to giving back to the local community by volunteering with the Special Olympics of New York.
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Dafra Sanou
MBA Class of 2012
dssanou@syr.edu
As members of the Whitman school, students are urged us to give back to the community. I have always enjoyed tutoring/mentoring children, and I am excited about doing it again in Syracuse. The campus also offers many groups and clubs to take part in and I am now a member of Whitman Women in Business and the American Marketing Association.
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Jing Yu
MBA Class of 2012
jyu11@syr.edu
Currently, I focus most of my time on my academic studies since the time schedule is really tight and requires a lot of concentration. At the same time, some school activities and volunteer programs also enrich my life. I have a great passion for them. Also, finding an internship or job is a current concern because of its irreplaceable position for the MBA career. |
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Krisann Goodwin
MBA Class of 2012
kjgoodwi@syr.edu
I joined the Real Estate Club which will allow me to have access to key individuals in the commercial real estate industry. In addition, I have been selected by the club to attend the Urban Land Institute’s Fall Meeting in Washington, DC in October.
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Leen Nsouli
MBA Class of 2012
linsouli@syr.edu
At Whitman I am pursuing an MBA with concentrations in both Marketing and Supply Chain Management. Outside of the classroom, I am involved with the Whitman Women in Business Club, the H.H. Franklin Supply Chain Club, and the American Marketing Association. I am also volunteering at the Crouse Children’s Hospital and with a community tutoring program. |
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Michael Reszka
MBA Class of 2012
mreszka@syr.edu
Here at Whitman I am a member of the American Marketing Association, which is a national organization, as well as the chapter we have at Syracuse. This club allows me to make connections with companies in the marketing world, while working on projects and networking with others in the field. The American Marketing Association also runs national case competitions that I am excited to take part in this year. Outside of Whitman I enjoy participating in intramural sports at Syracuse with my classmates. We are looking forward to playing softball and volleyball as a fun activity outside of the classroom.
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Moe Blackman
MBA Class of 2012
mjblackm@syr.edu
The full time MBA program at Whitman encourages community involvement such as joining and running university organizations, community service and regular attendance of guest lectures. My diverse class and I all regularly participate in a wide gamete of community activities from volunteering with local community organizations to serving as officers in Syracuse University clubs and student groups.
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Reema Amin
MBA Class of 2012
rmamin@syr.edu
Currently at Whitman I am pursuing an MBA in Marketing. Outside of the classroom I am involved in the American Marketing Association and the Women in Business Club. In addition, I volunteer for Coaches vs. Cancer – a national charity dedicated to raising awareness about the fight against cancer.
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Rishabh Manocha
MBA Class of 2012
rmanocha@syr.edu
At Whitman, I am pursuing the Entrepreneurship and Finance concentrations, so that I can go on to working in the financial services industry and start my own business down the road. Outside of class, I have been helping out as a volunteer at the Open Hand Theatre. I also have become a member of the Entrepreneurship and Consultant clubs and am in the process of starting a new club within Whitman with a few classmates.
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Tianshi Cui
MBA Class of 2012
ticui@syr.edu
As an international student, I have a deep understanding about globalization. I know the future challenge will be global and fiercer while we also have more opportunity. So what I am pursuing at Whitman right now is to learn those economic theories and analytical skills, making myself ready to face the future challenge and opportunity. And outside of the classroom, I hope I can deeply understand this amazing country, make many friends and fit in the community. All in all, I'm not pursuing something exact out of the classroom, I just want my life to be fun and varied.
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Stephen Neff
MBA Class of 2013
sgneff@syr.edu
Currently, I am pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. I am a first year representative in the Whitman Graduate Student Organization. I'm also involved with the Entrepreneurship Club. I have a passion for photography and the imaging industry.
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Davis Hull
MBA Class of 2013
jdhullii@syr.edu
I am currently pursuing a dual concentration in Finance and Entrepreneurship. Outside the classroom I actively trade equities, FX and commodity futures; and I am dedicated to physical fitness.
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Bethany Ann Lillie
MS Accounting Class of 2012
blillie@syr.edu
I'm currently getting my Master of Science in Accountancy. I'm taking the usual courses, plus a few electives to spread my interests. I'm also a pledge of Beta Alpha Psi, so I'm volunteering through BAP at the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals (SPCA).
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Ishita Bhattacharjee
MBA Class of 2013
ibhattac@syr.edu
I am pursuing a MBA with a concentration in Marketing Management. I am an active member of the Whitman Consulting Club, where I serve as a team leader, and the American Marketing Association. Apart from the MBA curriculum, I am a trained Indian classical dancer; and I like reading and traveling.
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