Tanushree Duggirala

Hometown: Austin, TX

Major: Business Analytics & BHP

Year: Sophomore

1. Why did you join ABSA?

College is quite the conundrum - the very appealing vastness and diversity can sometimes be hard to navigate and even harder to find a place in. However, ABSA was a community that I realized welcomed this diversity of thought in an amazing way. With every opportunity in learning, mentorship and, most importantly, fun that you can think of, ABSA has given me a home within the 40 acres and people that I know I'll call my friends for a lifetime!

2. What is your favorite ABSA memory?

San Francisco CFT!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the bay area and it was an incredible experience to be able to go with friends and explore the companies and cuisines. The only thing the trip lacked was sleep but the memories made up for it :)

3. If you could give one piece of advice to your freshman self, what would it be?

Don't be afraid to ask. It is easy to fall victim to the imposter syndrome (or worse, laziness), but this is THE time to create as many relationships as possible and use your resources to fuel your goals. Everyone is always happy to help so never be afraid to start a conversation and ask for anything you do not know.

4. What is your favorite food/ favorite place to eat in Austin?

VELVET TACO. Try it, you'll get why.

5. Name the top five things on your bucket list

1. Cliff diving

2. Visiting Turkey for the Cappadocia balloon festival!

3. Eat at a 3-star Michelin restaurant

4. Try chicken :P

5. See the northern lights

6. What fictional character best represents you?

Jerry from Tom and Jerry! I get competitive, perhaps too much, and will eat cheese no matter the cost (I’m lactose intolerant lol).