Thunderbird School of Global Management Undergraduates

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Ashley is originally from San Luis, Arizona and is currently about to complete her last year as an undergrad before she transitions to be a full-time MGM student.

Ashley chose Thunderbird because she wanted to deepen her understanding of different cultures and learn about business through a global lens 👓.

Prior to applying she did not know the high prestige the Thunderbird name held. After her first semester, she knew that she was in the right place not only because of the rich history of Thunderbird but because of the amazing faculty and students.

One piece of advice?
My dad has always said, “Un dia bueno vale mas que todo los malos.” In English, it translates to one good day overpowers all the bad days ☀️. I stand by this quote, it is true we work hard and some days it feels impossible, but that good day will come, and it will feel like those bad days never existed.

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Tatyana attended Veritas College Preparatory, in high school she participated in Global Leadership Adventure and served on the Community Service Committee Board.

Tatyana chose to attend Thunderbird to join a group of like minded individuals who enjoy traveling and learning from people around them 🌎. Tatyana is interested in a career with international opportunities with a government agency or non-governmental organization.

Tatyana’s advice on your global college journey? Jump out of your comfort zone and pursue your interests and passions. Don't be afraid to ask for what you want - advocate for yourself 👏.

Finish your senior year strong Tatyana 🎉!

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Style is currently a junior at Thunderbird and is the president of PHI BETA SIGMA Fraternity Incorporated.

He switched his major from Nonprofit Leadership and Management to Global Management. He made the decision based on his desire to make a difference, experience life and travel. Thunderbird School of Global Management checked all the boxes for everything that he was looking for 🙌. It truly felt like God’s plan.

In Thunderbird he has learned how risk management and preparation impacts businesses and decision making. He has also implemented this concept in his life. Now he analyzes certain things more and thinks “how will this affect me and others around me?”

Advice?
Get involved! 8/10 times a conversation you have will lead to another opportunity or open a door for you, especially within Thunderbird because the people you meet here are from different states or countries and have different backgrounds. If you get involved and you get connected with Thunderbirds, you will have a community for the rest of your life 🌎.

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Quinn has been interested in international business since she was a sophomore in high school. She had planned to attend a university in Canada, however once she heard about Thunderbird she decided that Thunderbird was definitely the place for her! At Thunderbird, Quinn is constantly learning about culture, and how everyone communicates in a unique way 🗣.

Quinn is currently looking into Public Relations as a career pathway. However, no matter the career path she finds herself in, Quinn knows she will be able to utilize the leadership skills she has acquired throughout her time at Thunderbird and work within leadership roles 🙌.

Advice to current and prospective students?
It is very beneficial to get involved with your own college, but it can also be useful to connect with other organizations and groups within your minor as well. This helps create those initial connections that can make your college experience!

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Addison is a second year student at Thunderbird and ASU from Berkeley, California. Addison initially learned about Thunderbird from a friend and chose Thunderbird because of its values and mission.

While at Thunderbird, he has learned the importance of understanding that the world is much bigger than you think, we are all interconnected, and we all need each other. Coming to Thunderbird has exposed him to different cultures and learning about how we can all work together for good 🌎. Addison is exploring different career paths and is interested in a potential career in the nonprofit sector or non-governmental organization.

Advice for future Thunderbirds at ASU 🔱?
Make sure to find balance between your life and school. It can get easy to get stuck in your room all day, get out and explore different clubs and meet new people 🚴‍♂️!

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In high school Acacia participated in Scottsdale Sister Cities (International Club) and in Rotary Youth Exchange as a Student Ambassador to Ecuador.

She has always wanted to study business. Because of her love of learning about other countries, languages and cultures, she realized that she wanted her career to be international. At Thunderbird, she has learned about the importance of cross-cultural sensitivity and adapting to local culture and customs 🌎.

Acacia’s advice on your college journey? Get involved and go to events! Tbirds all have similar interests so you’ll make fast friends 👯.

The Thunderbird School of Global Management recently opened a new Regional Center of Excellence in Mumbai, India. With a physical presence in India, Thunderbird can reach even greater heights in student recruitment, alumni engagement, executive education, job placement for students, and spreading the word about the Najafi 100 Million Learners Global Initiative. A huge thank you to all of our global supporters, especially the team in Mumbai who worked tirelessly to make this launch a success!

Learn about our Global Centers of Excellence: https://thunderbird.asu.edu/locations

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Katherine attended Centennial High School and participated in band and the National Honors Society. After high school she chose to attend Thunderbird because of its emphasis on Global Management and Business. Katherine is the President and Founder of the Undergraduate Thunderbird Women in Business student org.

She loves that Thunderbird incorporates foreign language into the curriculum, has a strong emphasis on learning about culture, language, and preparing leaders for the Fourth Industrial Revolution 🌎.

She has learned a variety of skills, including those in international marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, and big data.

Katherine encourages students to
- Explore, explore, explore 🚀! Countries, classes, or clubs, trying new things is the best way to find your interests and new hobbies. Gaining experience by exploring makes you a more well-rounded student and leader.

To learn more about Thunderbird undergraduate programs please visit: https://thunderbird.asu.edu/

Join us to learn more about Thunderbird School of Global Management's Online Bachelor of Global Management and Online Bachelor of Science, International Trade. Presenters will review courses and curriculum, program highlights, and admission requirements. We prepare global managers for the 4th Industrial Revolution! http://ow.ly/VCqs50IaF9s

Understanding the traditions and significance behind the foods we eat can help us gain a deeper appreciation of the role that food plays in our cultural identities. Have you ever tried a new cuisine and been inspired to use that experience as an entry point to exploring the culture of that region?

Watch Global Eats LIVE, an international cooking spotlight hosted by Das Tor, the Thunderbird School of Global Management's student-run news and multimedia platform, and the Humphrey Fellows at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University. In the first episode you will learn about the importance of food in Indian culture and how to cook a spicy Indian pancake called Aloo Paratha. http://ow.ly/PWw750IeiWK

We are excited to kickoff Thunderbird undergraduate student spotlights 🌟! Throughout the next weeks we will be highlighting alumni and current Thunderbirds and their experiences. This week we start with Madhav!

Madhav chose Thunderbird because it's a smaller school at ASU’s West Campus. As a Thunderbird student you are able to build connections with students and professors individually.

He has enjoyed taking courses on Import-Export Compliance with Professor Cohen & Principles of Global Management with Professor Ault. When looking at careers and the future, Madhav is interested in the automotive or space industries.

Madhav’s advice on your global college journey? Keep your mind open 🌎!

To learn more about Thunderbird undergraduate programs please visit: https://thunderbird.asu.edu/

Thunderbird Undergraduates now has an Instagram! Follow us at to stay updated on internship and career opportunities for current undergrads. Upcoming events for current student, prospective student, alumni, and much more!

Stay connected!

The T-bird Connect Marketplace is a great place to connect and collaborate with other T-birds. You can use the Marketplace to find partners, investors, connections, or expertise for your newest venture. Learn how to use the T-bird Connect Marketplace today! http://ow.ly/HnQg50I3RXW

Are you ready to lead in the age of the metaverse? Watch Thunderbird School of Global Management's full Metaverse Masterclass presented by Director General and Dean Dr. Sanjeev Khagram and Global Futurist Travis Cloyd at the DIFC AI Festival in Dubai.
http://ow.ly/yzaG50I2Fqx

2022 is full of free Drive-In Bingo events at the Arizona State University West Campus! Grab the family, pick up dinner at one of our many Glendale restaurants and head over to Arizona State University West! When you arrive, you will be given BINGO cards for everyone ages five and older in your vehicle for up to 10 games. When you win a BINGO, honk your horn and flash your lights. Prize patrol will verify your win and bring you a prize of your choice.

Important things to know:
The event is FREE — but registration is required: http://ow.ly/3tJU50I2zyH

We provide Bingo cards and markers.

We are a non-smoking campus, this includes inside your car.

Thunderbird School of Global Management Throwback!

Pictured here is an aerial view of Thunderbird's Glendale campus in 1946 and its Global Headquarters in 2022.

Thunderbird will be celebrating the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art Global Headquarters during the school's 75th Anniversary celebration & Global Alumni Reunion from April 4-10, 2022.

Stay tuned for registration opening next week!

Join the Thunderbird School of Global Management LGBT+ Club for a special presentation by Kevin Patterson, Ed. D., Senior VP of Talent Management & Interim CEO at Cadence Education. He will discuss the importance of Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace and how to create a sense of community for LGBT+ people.

RSVP to attend live or virtually: http://ow.ly/S45u50HUWQq

Join us for a free information session to discover how Thunderbird School of Global Management prepares future-ready, globally focused leaders in our online Bachelor of Global Management and Bachelor of Science, International Trade degree programs.

Register here: http://ow.ly/RgeV50HS6FY

It is my extreme honor to announce our friend and colleague, the incredible 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁, as this year’s Founders’ Day James W. Creasman Honoree. Throughout the past three decades, Ambassador Barrett has served as an exemplar leader at Thunderbird School of Global Management and many other initiatives across Arizona State University. We are grateful for her continued dedication to ASU and are proud to have her as part of our T-bird family. Congratulations Ambassador Barrett!

- Dr. Sanjeev Khagram, Director General and Dean

Arizona State University Alumni

Join us for a free information session to discover how Thunderbird School of Global Management prepares future-ready, globally focused leaders in our online Bachelor of Global Management and Bachelor of Science, International Trade degree programs.

Register here: http://ow.ly/g8Lv50HS6FX

Join a virtual information session to learn more about Thunderbird's online Bachelor of Global Management and online Bachelor of Science in International Trade degrees (STEM-approved). To register, visit http://ow.ly/KRXy50HIP5J