The Marshall Connections Program Peer Advisory Board (PAB) Members are continuing Marshall students who are available to assist new Marshall students.  Peer Advisory Board members have participated in a variety of Marshall and USC activities and can provide valuable insight regarding choosing activities and your first year at USC.  PAB members will attend many of the MCP events offered this year but can also be contacted via email should you have any questions.

MCP Peer Advisory Board Members 2012-2013

	Hey everyone! My name is Uzo Onyejiaka and I was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. I’ll be graduating with the class of 2015 with a degree in business administration and a minor in Spanish. In addition to serving as a part of the MCP Peer Advisory Board, I have participated in a variety of organizations such as the Hospitality Industry Project, Gates Millennium Ambassadors, and Joint Education Project. I’m also exited to begin my role as an IEP Host through Marshall’s International Exchange Program. One of my life goals is to travel to all seven continents and learn about each distinct culture.  At the beginning of my freshman year I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Global Leadership Program. As a part of the program, I was able to travel to Shanghai, China for ten days during spring break. During my travels I spoke to corporate leaders and learned about the vibrant Chinese culture. I also love to cook and try new restaurants. I love food so much that one day I hope to work in the hospitality industry and possibly become the owner of my very own restaurant! After eating a ton of food, I like to remain active. I enjoy running, having “playtime” outdoors, and doing just about anything that will increase my heart rate! I look forward to welcoming you to the Trojan Family! Fight On! onyejiak@usc.edu
	Hi! I’m Michael Bautista from West Covina, California. I am a transfer student from California State University, Long Beach. I’m a Business Administration major, Class of 2013. I have a wide range of interests in the different areas of business, so I plan to take electives in finance, management, and marketing. My passion, however, lies with marketing and I plan to pursue a career in advertising. This summer I am a Media Planning intern at Rubin Postaer and Associates (RPA), working on the Acura National account. In my time at USC, I have been involved in organizations such as Troy Philippines, Career Advantage Program, and Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. For the 2012-2013 academic year, I will serve on Fashion Industry Association’s executive board, hold a leadership position in Alpha Kappa Psi, and welcome you all (freshmen and transfer students) to USC and Marshall. Outside of school, I enjoy exploring Los Angeles, going on food adventures around USC, and spending time at Disneyland. I look forward to meeting you. Congratulations and Fight On! michael.bautista@usc.edu
	Hey guys! My name is Zane Melendez from Orange, CA which is a part of Orange County.  I am a Business Administration major, Class of 2015, and plan on minoring in Sports Media Studies through the Annenberg School for Communication.  My business focus is still a work in progress, but I am considering working in marketing, entrepreneurship, or management and hopefully doing so in the sports industry.  I am a member of the USC Club Volleyball team and am currently serving as the team’s Vice President.  I also worked with the newly founded Business Leader’s Association, work at the University Bookstore, and am a member of the USC Sport’s Business Association.  This May I was a part of the Learning about International Commerce program’s first trip to Jakarta, Indonesia.  In my free time I enjoy hitting up the beach, wakeboarding, longboarding, and am an avid volleyball player.  On behalf of the PAB I’d like to welcome you all to the Trojan Family and look forward to meeting you all!  Fight On! zmelende@usc.edu
	Hello! My name is Susan Gao from Los Altos, California, class of 2015. I am majoring in Business Administration with a minor which I have not yet decided. My business interests primarily lie in management; however, I am also interested in marketing and advertising. In addition to being a part of the Peer Advisory Board, I am involved with Marshall Outreach for Volunteers and Entrepreneurs, FBLA-PBL, and Asian Pacific American Student Services. I also volunteered as a host for the Marshall International Case Competition and will host for the International Exchange Program next year. This May, I participated in the LINC program to Jakarta, Indonesia. Aside from academics and school, I enjoy cooking, travelling, and exploring new places and things. I am excited to meet the newest additions to the Trojan family! Fight on! susanncg@usc.edu
	Hello! My name is Kristin Louie, and I am from Issaquah, Washington. I am a Business Administration major and Video Game Design and Management minor in the class of 2015. My career ambitions consist of returning home to the Pacific Northwest and working in marketing for a video game company such as Nintendo or Microsoft. In addition to being a member of the Peer Advisory Board, I play the alto saxophone in the world-famous USC Trojan Marching Band. After the end of my freshman year at USC, I participated in a memorable LINC trip to Taipei, Taiwan where I studied international business and sampled Taiwan’s unique culture. Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my family and dog, exploring the Los Angeles food scene, and cheering on Seattle’s professional sports teams. I look forward to meeting this year’s incoming Trojans! Welcome to USC, and Fight On! louieka@usc.edu
	Hey guys! I’m Ari Rezazadeh, Business Administration major, Class of 2013, here at USC Marshall. Originally, I’m from Pasadena, California. I have truly enjoyed immersing myself in a myriad of activities at USC. I have had the privilege of travelling to Panama over Spring Break with Global Business Brigades, as well as to Botswana with the Marshall International ExCEL Program. More locally, I am a part of Phi Beta Lambda, Net Impact, USG Alumni Affairs, Marshall Outreach and Volunteer Entrepreneurs (MOVE), and the Entrepreneur Club. Just this past year, I also co-founded an organization on campus by the name of USC IBA (Interdisciplinary Business Association) with the mission of creating a place for students of different disciplines and passions to collaborate. This year, I will also be an IEP host once again.  My philosophy is that there’s a lot more to USC and Marshall than the classroom. Don’t be afraid to engage yourself in a variety of activities and to refine your interests. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, big or small.  Welcome to the Trojan Family, and Fight On! rezazade@usc.edu
	Hi! My name is Stephen Guo and I am a Business Administration major here at ‘SC (Class of 2015). My primary business interest is in Finance, and I am also considering a minor in Political Science or Philosophy. Throughout my lifetime, I have lived in Budapest, Vancouver, Shanghai and now Los Angeles. In addition to being a member of the Peer Advisory Board, I have been involved with the Marshall & Beyond Planning Committee, Marshall Outreach Volunteer and Entrepreneurs, USC Men’s Rugby Cub, and Joint Educational Project as a mini-course teacher. This fall I will also be a host for the International Exchange Program. In May, I am travelling to Sydney, Australia through Marshall’s LINC program to learn about and experience international business culture. This summer, after my freshman year, I will be interning at a company called Guoshi Group in Shanghai. I have loved my first year here at USC and am excited to get more involved and meet more people in the upcoming year. Welcome to the Trojan Family. Fight On! stephezg@usc.edu
	Hello! My name is Shireen Jaffer and I am a student at the Marshall School of Business, Class of 2015.  Although I am from Northern California (Palo Alto, to be exact) and never thought I would become a traitor and move to SoCal, I could not resist the charms of USC.  I am genuinely proud to be part of the Trojan family; USC has exposed me to opportunities I did not know existed and has aided immensely in my personal and professional development.  Currently, I am involved in a variety of organizations, such as USC’s Women and Youth Supporting Each Other and Marshall Women’s Leadership Board.  I am also an aspiring entrepreneur and truly appreciate all the support I have received from my fellow peers as well as from professors and mentors.  I cannot believe how fast my first year at USC passed by and how much it contributed to my growth.  I know that the next three years will fly by just as fast so I hope to take as much advantage as possible of USC’s incredible programs and opportunities. sjaffer@usc.edu
	Hi, my name is Kristin Frerichs, and I was born and raised in Manhattan Beach, California.  I am a sophomore in USC’s Marshall School of Business and have absolutely loved my time as a Trojan.  As of now, I am considering a minor in either Spanish or Cinematic Arts.  Because USC offers phenomenal opportunities to get involved on campus, I have been able to participate in numerous activities. I play on the USC Women’s Ice Hockey team, participate in intramural volleyball, help teach students within the Los Angeles Unified School District through USC’s Joint Educational Project, and enjoy being a member of the Greek System.  I also worked on the 2012 Marshall and Beyond Planning Committee and traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina with my Marshall LINC (Learning About International Commerce) class last spring.  I was inducted into the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society and am on the Marshall School of Business Dean’s List.  In my free time I love to play beach volleyball, snow ski, run, read, and spend time with my family and friends.  I am looking forward to meeting all the new Trojans!  FIGHT ON! kfrerich@usc.edu
	Hello, my name is Danielle Francisco. I am a Business Administration major and have just finished my first year at USC as a transfer student from Glendale City College. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and transition and got involved with the Career Advantage Program and Marshall and Beyond Planning Committee. Due to my positive experience, I wanted to be a part of the Peer Advisory Board to make sure first year students could have the same experience with the right guidance! I currently am an intern for Macy’s in their store management program, and hope to explore more fields to decide what upper division courses I will pursue. I look forward to meeting all of you! Fight On! DsFranci@usc.edu
	Hi everyone! My name is Dennis Huang and I am a sophomore majoring in Business Administration and Accounting. I also have a minor in cinematic arts, which I have a strong passion for as well. Last year I joined International Students’ Assembly, and this year I will continue as the Director of Programming for the assembly. I was also a member of the USC Fencing Club during freshman year, and a member of Special Events Committee and UNICEF for the first semester. Since last October, I have been volunteering at California Science Center, which is just across the street from Gate 1, and I strongly recommend you all to pay a visit because you will find so many fascinating things there. During spring semester of my freshman year I also volunteered at Central American Resource Center through USC’s Joint Education Program. I also participated in two business related trips during spring. The first one is Global Microfinance Brigades at Honduras during Spring Break, where I helped the local bank expand its business and help the people there become financially literate. The second one is Learning International Commerce through Marshall last May. They were extremely fun and unforgettable and I would love to tell you about them, as well as my experience as an international student. I’m looking forward to this year and can’t wait to learn about your stories. Fight on! helinhua@usc.edu