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Area of Study
Management with a focus on Strategy.
What made you choose the University of Mississippi's doctoral program?
People. I was lucky enough to spend a semester at Ole Miss as a visiting student during my master’s degree and met some wonderful people. Having a supportive and welcoming community is key to creating an ideal environment for such a demanding academic journey as a Ph.D.
Is there a professor(s) who has been a mentor to you?
Dr. Hyun-Soo Woo and Dr. Kristin Cullen-Lester.
What has been one of your most memorable moments at UM?
Surviving the first semester.
Do you have any advice for people considering the Ph.D. program?
Buy a good book on academic writing and read it early and carefully. My current favorite is Tim Pollock‘s “How to use storytelling in your academic writing”.
What are your plans after completing the program?
I would like to continue my journey in academia doing research, teaching, and connecting with local companies and communities.
What are you binge-watching/reading/listening to?
Watching: the Good Place. Reading: the Wall Street Journal. Listening: Reggaeton
What are your favorite hobbies?
Rock climbing, running, and piano.
What are some dream travel destinations?
Patagonia, Japan, South Africa, and India.
What’s your favorite thing to do in Oxford, MS?
Tailgating during football season.
What’s your favorite place to eat in Oxford, MS?
Jinsei.