A native of Newark, Delaware, Anahita Fakhrizadeh graduated from the University of Delaware’s Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics with a master’s degree in business analytics and information management.
Fakhrizadeh was nominated for this series by Academic Program Coordinator Sarah Dix, who says, “Anahita is one of our strongest BAIM students who is not afraid of hard work to achieve her goals. Chase snapped Anahita up very quickly as an intern and she continues to thrive with them. Anahita is happy to help other students and lead by example with her stellar work ethic and perfect GPA!”
In this profile, Fakhrizadeh shares her favorite UD memories, how she has changed during her time at UD and her plans following graduation.
Lerner: How do you think you have changed from your first semester at UD to now?
Fakhrizadeh: I think in my first semester I felt lost and confused about my future, but through these two years I learned a lot and found my path.
Lerner: What have been some of the challenges you have faced during your college experience and how did you overcome them?
Fakhrizadeh: At the beginning, it was hard to handle multiple courses and their homework all with the same deadline and in English, over time I learned how to manage my time and I even finished everything a few days before the deadline. I was a procrastinator, but now I am very on time.
Lerner: What was your favorite signature UD experience and why?
Fakhrizadeh: Lerner graduate programs (internship/GA/TA). It was very helpful to get connected with the companies through school.
Lerner: Did you have a Lerner professor or staff member that had a big impact on your UD experience?
Fakhrizadeh: I have multiple, Participating in Dr. Daniel Sullivan’s and Dr. Andrea Everad’s classes changed my life. I found my career path and learned about presenting myself for interviews and required skills for today’s work environment in BUAD 648. I learned about leadership and learned to respect diversity and … in Information Technology class and it helped me a lot to see my worth and gain confidence.
Lerner: What does being a “Lifelong Lerner” mean to you?
Fakhrizadeh: It means the world is changing pretty quickly and we need to keep up with it.
Lerner: What advice would you give to incoming freshmen to make the most out of their college experience?
Fakhrizadeh: Focus on their study because it is such a self investment and they can create a bright future for themselves that in 10 years they will be proud of.
Lerner: What are your plans following graduation?
Fakhrizadeh: I accepted an offer last week. So, working.