Office of Graduate Affairs

Rebecca Azenga is a graduate student at Brandeis University’s Heller School for Social Policy
and Management, pursuing a Master of Arts in Global Sustainability Policy and Management.
Originally from Kenya, she brings over a decade of experience working across sustainable
finance, gender equity, and community development, with a focus on advancing inclusive
opportunities for underserved communities.

Her leadership and advocacy experience spans engagement with MassNOW, including
conversations with state legislators on gender equity issues, and serving as an International
Women’s Day (IWD) event planner for initiatives attended by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. She
also brings global policy exposure through the World Bank Group’s Women, Business and the
Law program and is a member of the Boston Network for International Development (BNID).
Rebecca’s leadership is grounded in a commitment to listening, representation, and building
systems that respond to student needs. She is focused on strengthening graduate student voice, fostering a more connected community, and ensuring that students feel supported and
represented throughout their academic experience at Brandeis.

Bereket Mamo is a graduate student at Brandeis University in the MBA program at the School of Business and Economics. With a passion for both professional development and community, Bereket is running for GSA President to help graduate students not only build strong careers, but also enjoy a meaningful and fulfilling experience during their time at Brandeis. He believes grad students deserve both the tools to succeed after graduation and a community worth belonging to while they're here.

Neeha Pyneni is an MS in Finance candidate at Brandeis International Business School, with a prior MBA in Finance and a background in the sciences. Originally from Andhra Pradesh, India, her path has been shaped by a dual commitment to finance and service- from apprenticing under a Chartered Financial Analyst to leading community initiatives through the Rotary Club, where she helped deliver artificial limbs, bicycles, and educational support to underserved communities, and mentored 300 students across 13 rural localities at the National Integration Youth Camp.

As a candidate for GSA President, Neeha is running on three values: connection, representation, and action. She is committed to building a graduate community where no program feels siloed, no voice goes unheard, and ideas move from conversation to results- a Brandeis where every student belongs and every voice shapes our future.

Anant Rose is a first-year MBA student at the Brandeis School of Business and Economics. Before joining the Brandeis community, he spent over five years in the automotive and technology industries, leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with global teams.

Anant is passionate about fostering inclusive environments where every student feels supported. As President, he aims to advocate for enhanced academic resources, robust career development opportunities, and a strengthened sense of community during this pivotal transitional year for the GSA. He looks forward to representing the diverse interests of the graduate student body and ensuring their voices are heard at every level.

Dolgorsuren Gunreg is an MBA candidate at Brandeis International Business School, focusing on finance and data analysis. She has experience in capital markets, including IPOs, bond issuances, and financial modeling.

She passed CFA Level I, is an active member of CFA Society Boston, and served as a coordinator for the Investor Nation Forum in Mongolia. As a candidate for Director of Treasury and Organizations, she aims to strengthen budgeting, improve financial transparency, and support student organizations through disciplined financial management.

Hannah Lynn Harrison is a second-year Ph.D. candidate in the Chemistry program at Brandeis University. She is currently serving as a Graduate Department Representative (GDR) for the chemistry department. Prior to joining Brandeis, Hannah operated a food pantry for first-generation, low-income students and advocated for institutional support for navigating higher education. Throughout her career, she has prioritized equity and inclusion in academia and aims to identify new ways to support students in their education. Beyond her current roles, Hannah is passionate about science communication, public outreach, and science-informed policy development.

In joining the Graduate Student Association, Hannah seeks to develop a more unified graduate community and strengthen communication between both individual departments and the larger colleges. Her goal is to facilitate student empowerment through community organizing and promote graduate needs as Brandeis reshapes.

Bianca Wingard is an MA student in Brandeis' Classical and Early Mediterranean Studies, where she designs posters and advertising for the CEMS program and aims to strengthen graduate connections. Previously, she developed creative skills, earning her BA in filmmaking from Marshall University in West Virginia, and contributed to the Girl Scouts of America's creative team. She seeks to make a meaningful impact at Brandeis University.

Rebecca Azenga is a graduate student at Brandeis University’s Heller School for Social Policy
and Management, pursuing a Master of Arts in Global Sustainability Policy and Management.
Originally from Kenya, she brings over a decade of experience working across sustainable
finance, gender equity, and community development, with a focus on advancing inclusive
opportunities for underserved communities.

Her leadership and advocacy experience spans engagement with MassNOW, including
conversations with state legislators on gender equity issues, and serving as an International
Women’s Day (IWD) event planner for initiatives attended by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. She
also brings global policy exposure through the World Bank Group’s Women, Business and the
Law program and is a member of the Boston Network for International Development (BNID).
Rebecca’s leadership is grounded in a commitment to listening, representation, and building
systems that respond to student needs. She is focused on strengthening graduate student voice, fostering a more connected community, and ensuring that students feel supported and
represented throughout their academic experience at Brandeis.

I am Jojie Liz Reyes, a first-year MBA candidate at Brandeis, and I am running for SBE Senator to be your advocate. My background in multinational corporate environments has equipped me with a unique ability to manage complex initiatives and connect diverse groups of people across the globe. Beyond operational improvements, I have a proven track record of leading DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) efforts to ensure every voice is heard.

As your Senator, I will leverage this experience to champion your career growth and academic success. However, I believe leadership is about the whole person. I am passionate about promoting holistic well-being by bridging the gap between our rigorous academics and the vibrant world of arts, sports, and community hobbies. Let’s build a Brandeis experience that is as fulfilling personally as it is professionally.

Hi everyone, I’m Kiya, an international graduate student originally from Ethiopia pursuing my Master’s in Computer Science at Brandeis.

Before coming here, I worked internationally as a backend engineer with a focus on Machine Learning. Beyond the technical work, I’ve always valued collaboration, whether working across teams or helping others learn programming fundamentals. At Brandeis, my academic focus is on expanding access to technology for under-resourced languages, where technical innovation meets real-world impact.

I’m running for SET Senator because I’ve noticed a gap between student interest and institutional efforts. In conversations with peers, I’ve heard about challenges that don’t always surface clearly, and I’ve also seen situations where valuable opportunities, like career events, struggle with low engagement. To me, this doesn’t point to a lack of effort on either side, but rather a lack of alignment.

I want to help bridge that gap as someone who is actively engaged, listening, connecting, and ensuring that student needs and university initiatives actually meet. My goal is to work alongside you and the administration to turn that alignment into practical outcomes that benefit all of us.

Hannah Lynn Harrison is a second-year Ph.D. candidate in the Chemistry program at Brandeis University. She is currently serving as a Graduate Department Representative (GDR) for the chemistry department. Prior to joining Brandeis, Hannah operated a food pantry for first-generation, low-income students and advocated for institutional support for navigating higher education. Throughout her career, she has prioritized equity and inclusion in academia and aims to identify new ways to support students in their education. Beyond her current roles, Hannah is passionate about science communication, public outreach, and science-informed policy development.

In joining the Graduate Student Association, Hannah seeks to develop a more unified graduate community and strengthen communication between both individual departments and the larger colleges. Her goal is to facilitate student empowerment through community organizing and promote graduate needs as Brandeis reshapes.