2016 COHORT

CONGRATULATIONS, 2016 COHORT!

JAY ANDERSEN MAY 2020

Jay is from La Vista, Nebraska and concentrated her business degree on marketing and management. Previous jobs have a marketing consultant at Venn Market Strategy, a content creator for UNMC, a brand ambassador for Amazon Prime, and a finance intern for Conagra. She is now a global marketing intern at Valmont, while she earns her master’s in communications at UNO. Jay studied abroad in Hong Kong and England, where she was presented with many unique travel experiences. Jay’s advice is, “Organization is key. Make lists.”

MICHAEL BROOKS

MAY 2020

Michael is from Nashville, Tennessee. Michael graduated with a concentration in business finance. He has a passion for collecting coins, which has spearheaded his first business venture. He is now an investor servicer at TD Ameritrade. “Your education can only take you so far. Do what makes you happy whether that means pursuing a higher education, creating a business, or helping people.”

MCKENZIE BRUCE DECEMBER 2019

McKenzie is from Snyder, Nebraska and pursued concentrations in accounting and real estate. During her undergraduate career she was a property management intern for Union Pacific, a financial management scholar (FMS) for the FDIC, and a tax intern at Lutz. She joined Lutz as a full-time staff accountant after graduation. McKenzie was actively involved in Chi Omega, Beta Gamma Sigma, Rho Epsilon, and the Thompson Learning Community. Her advice to younger Scholars is, “Take any opportunity you can. Every opportunity leads to another.”

VICTORIA EREMEEVA DECEMBER 2019

Victoria is from Russia. She graduated with a concentration in marketing and a minor in management. During college, Victoria worked in digital marketing. She is a social media influencer and builds online fitness coaching programs. She has continued this work after graduation and hopes to one day start her own digital marketing agency. Victoria says, “Take every travel opportunity you get.”

ALEJANDRA ESCOBAR SERRANO AUGUST 2020

Alejandra is from Omaha, Nebraska. She graduated with a double major in business administration with an economics concentration and political science. Alejandra worked for a nonprofit, interned in the U.S. House of Representatives, and is now working on a congressional campaign. She was an active member of Students for Microenterprise. Alejandra is proud of being a Gates Millennium Scholar and being selected as a Public Policy Fellow at Princeton and a Harry Truman Fellowship Finalist. She says, “You learn more from a difficult journey than an easy route.”

JORDEN HANSEN DECEMBER 2019

Jorden is from Sioux City, Iowa. She graduated with concentrations in marketing, management, and economics. Jorden’s prior experiences include global marketing with Valmont, business with Kiewit and human resources with Union Pacific. Jorden is now pursing her master’s in economics at UNO while working in investor relations at Valmont. She is also the Scholars Academy graduate assistant. Last year, she received undergraduate economics student of the year. “Don’t be nervous to seek guidance from an older Scholar for personal or professional advice!”

SAMANTHA LANGFORD DECEMBER 2019

Sami is from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. She was a collegiate athlete on the Women’s Golf team with concentrations in business finance and banking & financial markets. Sami says, “I love my major because it involves the analytical side of numbers but allows me to have really great face-toface contacts with people.” During her career at UNO, Sami worked as a licensed insurance agent at State Farm. Following graduation, Sami moved back to Sioux Falls and continued to follow her passion at State Farm. Sami dreams to one day have her own insurance agency.

DYLAN LOERTS DECEMBER 2019

Dylan is from Elkhorn, Nebraska and graduated with concentrations in business finance, banking, and investment science & portfolio management. Dylan was the VP of Maverick Banking Association and is a Pi Kappa Alpha alumnus. He was an intern at Union Pacific in financial planning and analysis for nearly two years. He now attends North Carolina State University pursuing his master’s degree in analytics. Dylan’s advice to younger members is, “Do as much as you can. Seek out and take every opportunity you can. You may surprise yourself how much of a workload you can take on.”

JAKOB MACH DECEMBER 2019

Jakob is from Omaha, Nebraska and chose the concentrations of marketing and management with a supply chain minor. Jakob worked as an analytics intern for the Omaha Storm Chasers and an accounting intern with the Lund Company. He also worked in workplace solutions at Mutual of Omaha where he joined full-time after graduation. Outside of school, Jakob is proud to be a member of the Omaha Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. “It is easy to compare yourself to others around you in college. Focus on being the best version of yourself and keep yourself busy; you will be glad you did.”

DAVID MATA TBD

David Mata is from North Platte, Nebraska. He has a concentration in economics, which has given him greater insights and perspective to view the problems of the world, and a minor in Spanish. David currently works in the CABLab in Mammel Hall and appreciates the technology skills and professional network he has gained from this position. David suggests taking classes you enjoy and get something out of, not just the easy A. “Your GPA, scholarships and certifications will eventually lose importance, but the knowledge, network and memories created are everlasting.”

CJ MONAHAN DECEMBER 2020

CJ is from Omaha, Nebraska. He is graduating with a concentration in real estate. During his undergraduate career he was involved in Pi Kappa Alpha, CEO, and Entrepreneurial Living Learning community (ELLC). CJ is most proud of the company he has built, Monahan Lawn Care & Property Services, LLC. After graduation, he is continuing his path as an entrepreneur to continuously improve and grow his business. CJ reminds his peers, “Balance is key in college. Work hard. Play hard!”

LAUREN O’MALLEY MAY 2020

Lauren is from Omaha, Nebraska. Lauren will graduate with concentrations in business finance, banking, investment science & portfolio management, and marketing. She worked at SCORR Marketing, was a business development intern at Securities America, and was a rotational intern for Carson Group. During her undergraduate career she has been involved in many on-campus organizations such as FMA, SMA, Maverick Investment Club, and Student Activities Budget Committee. Lauren is now getting her MBA at UNO while working in business development at On-Line Imaging and as a graduate assistant for NCITE.

LIZBETH PEREZ HERNANDEZ TBD

Lizbeth is from Mexico. She is working towards a degree in economics and management with a minor in political science. Lizbeth worked as a peer advisor, interned with the Nebraska Enterprise Fund, and worked as an interpreter for the Migrant Education Program for OPS. She is currently working at Lincoln Financial Group as an Underwriting Intern. During her time at UNO, she has been involved in the Goodrich Program, UNO Student Government, FLC, Economics Club, CEO, and Students for Microenterprise Development.

ALISON RASZLER MAY 2020

Alison is from Elkhorn, Nebraska. She graduated with supply chain management, marketing, and management concentrations. Alison was an audit intern at Cintas, a project management intern TD Ameritrade, and a global business services intern at Conagra. After graduation, Alison joined Conagra full-time on the consumer care team. She was involved in a variety of on-campus organizations such as DSP, CEO, Resident Hall Association, SMA, and Scott Housing Council. Alison was recognized as last year’s CBA Student of the Year. “Don’t be obsessed with what’s next.”

ZACH TABOR DECEMBER 2019

Zach Tabor is from Lincoln, Nebraska and graduated with concentrations in marketing and entrepreneurship. Zach worked in the CABLab during his undergraduate career and held officer positions in both CEO and SMA. He is working as a marketing assistant at AccuQuilt. Zach’s advice to Scholars is: “Time management. Plan ahead and pick classes that help you manage your time (e.g. Purposely put a break in between classes to work on homework). If you stay on top of assignments, you can enjoy your weekends!”

GARRETT UECKER

MAY 2020

Garrett is from Edgar, Nebraska. He graduated with two majors—business administration, with a concentration in management, and criminal justice. He worked as an intern for Firstar Fiber and a park management intern for the Minnesota DNR. He later joined UNO’s Outdoor Venture Center where he was promoted from a student worker to a manager. Garrett is now working on founding a non-profit focused on behavioral therapy through outdoor recreation. Garrett said, “A lot of people think they must work so they can afford to do the things they love but odds are you can make a living doing it if you try.”

CHRISTOPHER WINCHESTER MAY 2019

Christopher is from Omaha, Nebraska. His concentrations were management, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Chris held a variety of positions from social media manager to ecommerce analyst, research assistant, and event planner. He also participated in CEO, Phi Kappa Phi, Beta Gamma Sigma, SMA, and was a cohort and honors program representative. In 2019, Chris was recognized as UNO and CBA Student of the Year. Chris finished his MBA from UNO and now attends the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management earning his PhD in Business Administration with a concentration in work and organizations.

SAMANTHA YOUNG DECEMBER 2019

Sammy is from Syracuse, Nebraska. She graduated with a concentration in accounting. “Accounting is all about serving your clients well and figuring out the best options for them. Each client is a different puzzle to solve, and I love that aspect the most.” She previously worked as an audit intern at KPMG and a tax intern at BKD. Sammy is now getting her master’s in accounting at UNO and working as a graduate assistant for the CBA Capstone Cup. Her advice to younger students is, “Take risks and always do what is best for you. It might not be what everyone else is doing, but always be yourself.”