Personal Interests: Sports, Music Traveling (I've been to 28 different countries), Reading, Maps
Favorite Courses at Brandeis IBS: GEE with Catherine Mann, Financial Modeling with Alfonso Canella, and Business Dynamics with Brad Morrison.
Extracurricular Activities: NABE - I was on a team that helped design the Crisis Game and attended various conferences in New York City and Washington, D.C. Through this I have met a ton of professionals around the world who are eager to help future economists progress in their careers. I have developed a personal relationship with widely recognized figures in the business world, while also meeting 'legends' such as Paul Volcker and George Soros.
Favorites in Boston/Waltham: Boston Common, Charles River, Davis Square and Central Square
Best Advice for 1st Years: Get involved and be proactive. Opportunities are there if you want it, but you'll have to put in the effort. But don’t overload yourself.