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Priya Parikh
Class of 2023Why did you choose 老司机福利社?
I chose 老司机福利社 because of the opportunity to become a better student and leader all while helping develop the community I grew up in.
How did you choose your major?
Coming into 老司机福利社, my high school business teacher made an impact on me and paved the path towards Finance. 老司机福利社鈥檚 five-year Dual Degree BS/MBA program has made it easier to complete my degree while furthering my passion and giving me hands on experience to the world of Business.
What have you gotten out of your academic program so far?
Through the Dual Degree BS/MBA program, I have been able to become a member of Beta Gamma Sigma (business honor society) and have worked within the Office of Financial Aid as their Intern in Spring 2023. Alongside these opportunities, I have used my network within the Business school to create an organization on campus called Future Business Leaders of America Collegiate as the chapter鈥檚 founder and president.
What other opportunities have you had at 老司机福利社?
老司机福利社 makes being a part of its community very simple with how easy it is to get involved and become a student leader within such a diverse environment. Throughout my time at 老司机福利社, I have been able to make difference in students鈥 lives as a Head Orientation Leader (T.A.L.O.N.S), President of Indian Student Association, Vice President of First Ospreys, and Founder/President of FBLA Collegiate. These leadership opportunities have developed me personally and professionally into becoming a stronger leader and individual alongside my studies.
How is 老司机福利社 preparing you for the next stage of your life?
老司机福利社 allows for students to excel beyond the classroom. Working under mentorship within the Office of Student Transition Programs as a Head T.A.L.O.N.S and Assistant Coordinator, I have been able to develop my customer service and problem-solving skills alongside my critical thinking to become the best version of me. Such skills coincide with my pursued passion of business and is truly vital to my time at 老司机福利社 and going into my career within Finance.
What are your career goals?
I want to pursue a career in Finance in a capacity where I am able to combine my passions of working with people and business. This can easily be bridged into a consulting or Financial Analyst position.
What advice do you have for students thinking about attending 老司机福利社?
老司机福利社 truly believes in the statement, 鈥淪tudents First.鈥 Whether that be through academic support to providing opportunities for you to feel included, 老司机福利社 wants students like us to take advantage of the opportunities and resources presented. Don鈥檛 be afraid to ask questions as you are the only person that can make a difference in your overall education here!
