MBA Student Spotlight
With MBA students coming from wide-ranging experiences, diversified walks of life, and far-reaching geographies, our program thrives on the talent and perspective that each individual brings to the classroom.
Abigail Olker
Mechanical Engineer at Loram Maintenance of Way
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Abigail Olker
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Minor in Spanish-Georgia Institute of Technology
“I work for a railroad maintenance company that creates machines that repair the railroad. My current position supports our machines that are already out operating in the field. I do this by making updates to parts and running tests to analyze solutions to problems. I chose UND because it’s a great school at a great price. My time at UND has been extremely positive. The classes are great while working full time and I really enjoy the combination of in-class and online student classrooms because it’s a much more interactive setting. My UND MBA will benefit me in the future because it will help me develop the skills I need in order to succeed in my future career path. I’ve learned so much already and know that what I learn will help me throughout the rest of my career.”
Ben Williams
Senior Engineer at WFW Engineers
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Ben Williams
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering-University of North Dakota.
“The UND MBA program offered the flexibility I needed to still be able to work. Being able to attend a local college with a program that was built for the working professional at a price that is affordable was exactly what I was looking for. The classes I have attended have challenged the way I think about management and have provided practical ways I can improve how I work and interact with my colleagues. The professors have been outstanding: they are very knowledgeable in their fields and have been able to communicate in ways that encourage learning and critical thinking. As a working professional, I have already seen the benefits of the MBA program. I have been able to take what I have learned in class at night and apply it to work the very next day.
Katy Motsinger
Community Resource Director at Children’s Attention Home
Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication & Public Policy-University of Denver
“As part of my job, I oversee all of the fundraising, marketing, and community engagement efforts for the Home. I work with a team with three (Volunteer Coordinator, Outreach Coordinator, Community Resource Assistant) to engage our community with the Home’s mission to provide a safe and nurturing home for abused and neglected children. I had been looking for an affordable program that connected the business and public administration schools, allowing for integrated learning between the two disciplines. When I was unable to find this program locally where I could attend class in person, I began searching for online options that provided an engaging class environment and UND’s live online classes have been a great fit. I have enjoyed my classes tremendously so far and it’s rewarding to see what I’m learning in class apply directly to my work day to day. I have enjoyed the interaction with my classmates, the professionalism and culture the professors create in the hybrid class environments, and the convenience of the online program. I believe UND’s program crossover between business and public administration will give me the foundation across disciplines to more effectively tackle and find solutions to social problems we face today.”