Cezara Coroianu

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

MBA Candidate, International Business

Cezara is a graduate assistant for the MBA program and the MBA Association President for 2013. She graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Banking from Babes-Bolyai University in Romania. In 2011, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Texas A&M University. After earning an MBA at UNO, she plans to pursue a leadership position at a company involved in information technology, marketing, or international business.

I first heard about UNO from my husband, who is also a UNO student. He talked very highly about this institution and its culture. Also, UNO provides affordable high quality programs. The UNO MBA program enhances the students’ qualities and prepares them to become excellent business leaders.

I love the hospitality of UNO students and staff. The student diversity in nationality, ethnicity and age gave me new perspectives. The UNO professors are very talented – they helped me develop critical thinking skills and utilize leadership and team-building competencies to address real-world challenges. The MBA Director is accessible, responsive and knowledgeable - she became my mentor and I always seek her advice. As for the International Student Office, they will make sure international students get easily integrated and have always someone to count on.

I like Omaha not only due to its friendly and helpful community, but because it is an animated city that fosters a healthy business environment with plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurism. The city provides a lot of entertainment for every age and personality - concerts, festivals, shows, plays, educational conferences, and fun events. You do not really get bored around here, unless you choose to.

I am mainly passionate about painting, crafting, arts in general, and IT. When the weather permits, I love biking and taking long walks. Reading, going to the cinema, and spending time with my family and friends are my favorite weekend pastimes.

I am a UNO Diplomat for the Getting To Know Europe (GTKE) project. I am responsible to participate in meetings, and provide general information about the European Union and the E.U. countries. Also, as a GTKE diplomat I get to offer my own perspective on the European Union when talking to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens. The GTKE team is very engaging, friendly, and offered me exceptional opportunities to meet and discuss with E.U. officials and delegations that were visiting the U.S. I absolutely love their passion of getting involved with the Nebraska community and spreading the knowledge about the European Union and its relations with the United States.

International students who are seeking to study in the U.S. should start by searching for a university that tailors to their needs and expectations. Also, they should pick a region with a climate they can tolerate or adjust to. I believe the living costs are very important, so they should not only check tuition rates, but rent quotes and transportation costs as well. Last but not least, international students should always seek for help from their advisors and professors when they are confronting difficult situations.