Archana (Archie) Thapa

Home Country: Nepal

Home State: Central

Undergraduate Institution: University of Wyoming

Undergraduate Degree and Major (and minor if applicable): Bachelor's of Science in Nursing

Pre-MBA Industry: Healthcare

Pre-MBA Company: Houston Methodist Hospital

Pre-MBA Title: Registered Nurse

Desired industry post-MBA: Healthcare

Desired job function post-MBA: Strategy

Degree Specializations: Health Care

Student Organization Membership: Forte, Healthcare Association, Rice Business Women's Organization

What has been the most surprising part of your Rice MBA? The richness of insights gained from the wide-ranging experiences of peers.

What has been your favorite thing about your MBA experience? Meeting classmates from all across the globe and connecting with them during partios.

What do you love most about Houston? Exploring the local brewery scene and trying new cuisine.

What is one piece of advice you would share with a prospective student? Know your motivation and articulate it effectively. Believe in your potential.