Davidson Management Honors Program

Amir Meshki, BS in Finance ‘20

Wholesale Credit Analyst, Bank of America

Transferring into DMHP undoubtedly changed the course of my college experience far more than I could have ever imagined. The program has given me countless opportunities to excel and grow both personally and professionally. The students and staff in DMHP are amazing and welcoming and it truly feels like I am part of a family.

Neha Kaisani, BS in Supply Chain Management and Marketing ‘21

Technical Account Manager, Qualtrics

DMHP has enhanced my UT Dallas experience by allowing me to engage with our school while still receiving a more rigorous, challenging, and rewarding education. The program has granted me a group of students that constantly push me to be my best and also allows me to give back to a community that has done so much for me.

Payal Sampat, BS in Finance ‘20

J.D. Candidate, University of Virginia School of Law

DMHP has allowed me to meet people that have goals and career interests which differ from mine but are pursued with the same passion that I put in. This diversity in ideas expands my understanding of what jobs are out there, how one would get there, and what I can do with my future. Without DMHP, I would not have built up the professional network I have in the business world or pursued the same caliber of opportunities within it. Being surrounded by people that are excited to learn and grow pushes me to be just as excited.

Yesenia Lopez, CPA, BS in Accounting ’15, MS in Accounting ‘16

Accounting Projects, Initiatives, and Systems Senior Analyst, Toyota Financial Services

The Davidson Management Honors Program (DMHP) helped prepare to me for a demanding and rewarding career in public accounting. I received the opportunity to volunteer, travel, attend luncheons and networking events, and work with the top faculty and students at UT Dallas. These opportunities helped me develop networking skills that now help me maintain my relationships in my career. I learned to thrive in challenging environments, communicate effectively, and produce high quality work. Most importantly, DMHP helped me value corporate citizenship and team development. I use these skills daily when I interact with clients, my teams, and management. I also use these skills to promote thriving team environments where team members respect individuality while providing quality results. DMHP provided me with life experiences and lessons that cannot be taught in textbooks, and I am privileged to have received the opportunities that I did while being a part of DMHP. I continue my involvement and personal growth by being a member of the DMHP Alumni Affinity Board.

Joseph Molinar, BS in Biology and Healthcare Management ’21

MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student, Southern Methodist University

Joining DMHP was the best decision I could have made, and I am grateful to have been able to join. DMHP has provided me the opportunities to better myself and my community through the events it hosts. DMHP has also introduced me to a diverse group of students with whom I have forged countless friendships.

Brandon Reed, BS in Finance and Information Technology and Systems ‘22

Professional – Business Management, AT&T

DMHP has been the highlight of my time at UTD. Not only has it been essential in preparing me academically and professionally, it has surrounded me with an amazing group of people and friends.

Megha Goyal, BS in Global Business and Finance ‘21

Finance Rotation Program Associate, Capital One

DMHP has been an integral part of my experience at UT Dallas. It has provided me with so much from challenging academics with great professors,a strong professional networking platform, to some of my best friends and peers that I know I could rely on for anything. DMHP has really helped push me in so many different ways and has given me so many valuable experiences that I wouldn’t be able to find elsewhere.

Priya Mekala, BS in Biology and Healthcare Management ’21, MBA in Healthcare Management ‘22

MD Student, UT Southwestern Medical Center

DMHP has provided me with more opportunities than I imagined from connecting with business professionals to building great friendships. I have been able to grow both personally and professionally through this program, and my college experience would not be complete without it.

Varika Pinnam, BS in Marketing ‘21

UK, Ireland, Nordics: Windows & Surface Category Manager, Microsoft

Within DMHP, I’ve found a constant and community in an ever-changing college environment. Being a part of such an amazing, supportive cohort is very special to me and has defined my JSOM experience because it is what I had wanted before even entering college. The experiences I’ve had, whether it be volunteering or a trip, and the friends I’ve made have left a lasting impact on me -all because of being a part of this program.

Jessica Saywell, BS in Marketing and Business Administration ‘20

Operations Leadership Development Program Participant, Travelers Insurance

DMHP enhanced my college experience from my first day on campus, to every day after. I have formed my closest friendships, had the most fun learning, and experienced the greatest things through DMHP. I truly enjoyed every second I had with DMHP and I am very grateful for everything the program has done for me.

Alisha Jha, BS in Finance ‘22

Consultant, Oliver Wyman

Coming in as a Freshman, I was intimidated and nervous by how the year ahead of me would unfold. I had spent the summer wondering if I would be able to build strong relationships with my peers and teachers, while enhancing my education through DMHP. However, when I came to JSOM in the Fall, I was pleasantly surprised by the warmth with which we were all welcomed by everyone on campus. Through this program, I have not only developed a fierce work ethic and professional network, I’ve also made relationships that will last a lifetime.

Bella Ngo, BS in Information Technology and Systems ’22

Associate Product Manager, Visa

DMHP gave me a strong start in the Jindal school freshman year! I met many kind and hard-working friends in my cohort and learned a lot about the importance of business and law from my honors class. And there’s still so much more to gain from being in the honors program (i.e. New York/D.C. trip, international trips, interviewing big industries). I look forward to my next year as a DMHPer!

Taylor Davis, BS in Marketing ‘21

DMHP has not only given me the academic challenge that I was looking for in my business classes, but it also has given me professional development opportunities, ways to grow, and people to support me along the way. I absolutely love volunteering with DMHP students, attending events, competing, and pushing each other to be even better and to serve UTD more. This community has become like a family to me!

Jay Trivedi, BS in Finance and Healthcare Management ‘20

Client Services Associate, Fisher Investments

DMHP has given me so many amazing opportunities in addition to some of my closest friends. The classes from DMHP have been the ones that have brought the most memories, teaching me how to differentiate yourself at an exceptional level. This experience for me has become special and I wouldn’t trade anything for it.

Kiran Roshanali, BS in Marketing and Business Administration ‘21

Business Development Representative, Salesforce

DMHP has allowed me to meet some of the best professors and students in JSOM. My cohort has become a group that I can rely on; I have built relationships that will follow me for a lifetime.

Francisca Li, BS in Information Technology and Systems ’22

Consulting Analyst, Accenture

DMHP has enhanced my UTD experience by giving me a place where I belong. Not only are the academics amazing, but the program offers so many opportunities outside of the classroom through professional networking and volunteering events. DMHP is where I have found some of my closest friends here in Dallas, and I am extremely grateful to have the opportunity to be in this program.

Nikhil Gotgi, BS in Finance and Economics ‘22

Finance and Economics Major

DMHP has given me all the opportunities and experiences I could ever want and then some. I’ve met some of the best friends as well as the best professors so far, and the challenge I get from every aspect in DMHP is something I look forward to every day.

Taha Ahmed, BS in Business Administration and Finance ‘21

Financial Analyst, AT&T

DMHP has elevated my college experience to a level I would never have expected it to. Everything in it has a purpose, from educational/social/volunteering events, to the coursework and staff, to the outside experiences. I am so grateful to be part of the environment that DMHP creates to create better professionals for the future.

Shumpei Yasuda, BS in Supply Chain Management and Marketing ’22

Project Planning & Management Analyst, Toyota

DMHP has helped me tremendously in navigating through my freshman year. Both the professors and my peers motivated me to have a positive mindset throughout the school year, prompting me to take opportunities that I otherwise would not have taken. I appreciate DMHP for its excellent staff and all the great friends I’ve made in this program.

Kiyanoush Forough, BS in Finance and Economics ‘21

J.D. Candidate, Harvard Law School

DMHP has given me a network that not only serves as a professional resource but a truly tight-knit group of friends. In any academic or professional endeavor, DMHP has provided me with someone to reach out to in search of guidance or support. In return, I have had the rewarding opportunity to provide my mentorship to younger students in DMHP.