15
Apr
Roadrunner Spotlight: Shelby Rowland
Looking to make a name for herself in the world of commercial real estate development, Shelby Rowland is poised for success in that endeavor. Majoring in real estate finance and development, she credits her mentors as well as organizations such as the Commercial Real Estate Women with helping her pursue that goal. She is currently… Read more »
9
Apr
Roadrunner Spotlight: Raneen Aljamal
Building a sense of community at UTSA, accounting major Raneen Aljamal is a member of the Muslim Student Association and the Debate Team. Adjusting to the online environment was a struggle for her at first due to her learning disability, but she has learned how to succeed in her studies. Raneen is currently interning as… Read more »
2
Apr
Roadrunner Spotlight: Sophia Irizarry
As someone who was previously homeschooled, Sophia Irizarry is looking forward to being able to experience campus life next fall. A cadet in UTSA’s Air Force ROTC, she is a cyber security major who hopes to work for the Air Force’s Office of Special Investigations when she graduates. Favorite class My favorite class is Programming… Read more »
28
Mar
Roadrunner Spotlight: Isabella Hinojosa
For someone whose career path leads to pediatric oncology, Isabella Hinojosa is an unlikely business major. But, Hinojosa has found that the college’s bachelor’s degree in statistics and data science is the right fit for her along with her pre-med major. She is the founder and president of the Rowdy Chess Club. Favorite class Biochemistry… Read more »
17
Mar
Roadrunner Spotlight: Megan Siegel
Accounting student Megan Siegel is a member of the college’s Business Honors Program and president of Beta Alpha Psi, an accounting honor society. Always working to pursue her dream of becoming a CPA, she will intern this summer in Israel for an international tax firm. Favorite class I truly enjoyed Principles of Accounting 2! It… Read more »
12
Mar
Roadrunner Spotlight: Sergio Terrazas
Undergraduate finance major Sergio Terrazas is the perfect example of how transfer students can succeed at UTSA. Transferring from Northwest Vista College, he has taken advantage of all of the university’s resources. “Transitioning to a four-year college can be difficult, but UTSA offers a bevy of organizations and resources to help transfer students succeed.” Active… Read more »
26
Feb
Roadrunner Spotlight: Farah Hamed
Farah Hamed has grown to understand the need for adaptability not only from her management courses, but also as a result of living life during a pandemic. Hamed, who is majoring in finance and management, utilizes that skill in both her job at H-E-B as well as with her work in student organizations. She is… Read more »
12
Feb
Roadrunner Spotlight: Micaela Biggs
Micaela Biggs is a senior majoring in cyber security. A native of Anson, Texas she is currently interning with Digital Defense. Biggs has learned the value of obtaining certifications as well as the need to continue to learn new technological skills in order to be successful post-graduation. She is the co-president of the Hunger and… Read more »
9
Feb
Business Alum is First Black American Elected Harris County Attorney
Christian Menefee, ’10 is breaking barriers in the Texas public service sector. An alumnus of the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, Menefee has taken the reins as the newest Harris County attorney, making him the youngest at 32 years old and the first Black American in the seat. From his time at UTSA through his… Read more »
5
Feb
Roadrunner Spotlight: Management Major Amanda Nelson
Amanda Nelson is grateful for the knowledge and support that she receives from the UTSA College of Business. Concentrating on the field of human resources, she is currently the president of the Society for Human Resource Management chapter at UTSA. When she graduates this May she will begin her career as a sourcing specialist/recruiter. Favorite… Read more »
2
Feb
Economics Alumnus Named to Forbes 30 Under 30
Forbes has recognized UTSA alumnus Corey DeAngelis, ’12, M.A. ’15 among its list of 30 Under 30—the magazine’s annual nod to young trailblazing entrepreneurs, activists, scientists and entertainers who are making the most significant impact. DeAngelis is the director of school choice for the Reason Foundation and executive director for the Educational Freedom Institute—both libertarian think tanks based… Read more »
29
Jan
Roadrunner Spotlight: Rashid Omer
Rashid Omer is a senior majoring in economics and management. Graduating this May, he has taken our new virtual existence and turned it into a benefit by enrolling in online courses with Harvard Business School. Active at UTSA, he is currently the president of the Muslim Student Association. Focusing on his professional development, he has… Read more »
