Eller-Management&Organizations

Congrats Class of 2026!
Today we congratulate some more of our very own management graduates.
Hear from our graduate, Ian Davidson! “You don’t just make friends, you find family.”
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The future is brighter because of leaders like Brianna. 🎓✨

Brianna Medrano is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Retailing and Consumer Science.

Over the past four years, Eller became more than a college experience. It became home. 💙❤️

Brianna hopes to make a difference within her tribal community and serve as a role model for those who come after her.

“I hope to return and help guide the next Wildcats in any way I can.” 🌱

Just days away from graduation, her story is already creating impact far beyond the classroom.

Congrats Brianna! 🎉

Beyond the degree… it’s the people who helped us grow. 🎓✨

Lillian Brewer is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with degrees in Business Management and Entrepreneurship.

“Beyond the degrees, the biggest takeaway from these four years is the love and support from my family and friends. Thank you for helping me grow into the person I am today.” 💙❤️

Graduation is never just one person’s journey. It’s every cheerleader, every sacrifice, every late-night phone call, and every person who believed along the way. 🌱

Congrats Lillian! 🎉

From Arizona to Italy. ✨

Paulina Ruelas is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management as a summa cm laude Honors College graduate with a 4.0 GPA. 🎓

After graduation, she’ll be moving to Manerbio, Italy to begin a new position while continuing to pursue her long-term goal of working in translation.

“The best is yet to come.” 💙❤️

Her journey reflects curiosity, courage, and a willingness to grow beyond borders and comfort zones. 🌎✨

Congrats Paulina! 🎉

Already making an impact before graduation. ⛳🎓✨

Nathan Romero is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with a degree in Business Management.

Before even crossing the graduation stage, Nathan became a golf professional and now coaches the University of Arizona Adaptive Golf Team. 💙❤️

His journey reflects leadership, persistence, and the power of creating opportunities for others through sports.

Congrats Nathan! 🎉

Follow along as we continue celebrating the Eller Class of 2026.

From business classes to bakery dreams. 🧁✨

Jillian Aviles is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with a degree in Business Management and minors in Spanish and Food Studies.

Since she was little, Jillian has loved baking and dreams of one day attending culinary school and opening her own bakery.

After interning with General Mills last summer, she accepted a full-time role as a Business Management Associate supporting their North America Foodservice segment.

Her next chapter begins in Minneapolis this summer, combining her love of food with the business skills she built at Eller. 💙❤️

Congrats Jillian! 🎉

Sometimes the path changes… and you lean in and learn from it. 🎓✨

Aidan Docherty is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with a degree in Business Management.

Originally from the Bay Area, Aidan came to Arizona to pursue both academics and elite-level rugby. After a career-ending injury changed his path, he stepped into a new leadership role as the team manager and operations coordinator for Arizona Men’s Rugby.

Along the way, he also served as Vice President of Membership for Phi Gamma Nu and became a member of Eller Centurion Senior Honorary.

“The Eller College of Management allowed me to develop into the man I am today.” 💙❤️

After graduation, Aidan will begin a career in commercial real estate in Newport Beach, California.

Congrats Aidan! 🎉

First-gen. Full circle. 🎓💙❤️

Felicia Chavez is graduating from the University of Arizona’s Eller College of Management with a degree in Business Management.

Her journey began at Pima Community College, where she discovered what she was truly capable of. Graduating with her Associate's degree gave her the motivation she needed to keep going. ✨🌱

“Being first-generation means everything to me. This moment is bigger than just a degree. It’s for my family and the future I’m creating. This milestone reflects my growth, resilience, and the belief that I can keep pushing myself to achieve more.”

Congrats Felicia 🎉🎓

Follow along as we continue celebrating the Class of 2026.

ONE MONTH UNTIL GRADUATION✨🎓
We are so proud to shout out our seniors. We can’t believe you’re leaving us so soon, but we’re beyond excited to see what the future holds! The countdown to graduation begins… 🐻⬇️❤️💙

🌎✨ Eller on the global stage!

🎓Seniors Angel Leyva, Sovatey Prak, Niwatey San, and Aidan Squire represented the Eller College of Management at the International Business Ethics and Sustainability Case Competition at Loyola Marymount University, competing against 41 universities from 7 countries.

💡 Tackling ethical banking and algorithmic bias, they demonstrated what it truly means to lead with integrity, impact, and purpose, core values of Eller and the University of Arizona. While they did not take home the trophy, they earned something even bigger, respect for their professionalism, insight, and ethical leadership.

💙 Huge thanks to advisor Michael Fricke and Paul Melendez and the Center for Leadership Ethics for making this experience possible.

✨ Guest Speaker Spotlight ✨
We were thrilled to welcome Melissa Rose back to Eller!
Melissa, an Eller alumna and Vice President of Business Development at Odyssey Investment Partners, spoke with students in BNAD 302, MGMT 202, and MGMT 435, sharing about her career journey and engaging with students through business challenges.
Her honesty, insight, and commitment to ethical leadership left a lasting impression. Thank you, Melissa, for inspiring the next generation of business leaders! 🐻⬇️