Eller College Undergraduate Students Named 2024-25 PNC Achievers
The Eller College of Management partners with PNC on their student recognition program PNC Achievers.
This program highlights the accomplishments of students who demonstrate academic achievement, community service and student leadership. PNC Achievers is currently active at more than 15 schools and universities across the country.
The Eller College has recognized four undergraduate students as PNC Achievers for the 2024-2025 academic year:
Gavin Haldorsen
Gavin Haldorsen is a dedicated Southern Arizona native with a strong academic background. Raised in Vail, Arizona, he graduated with high honors from Salpointe Catholic High School. Currently, he’s on track to graduate a year early with a major in Business Economics and has plans to attend law school. Outside of his studies, Gavin is actively involved in Eller’s business fraternity, Delta Sigma Pi, and enjoys spending time with his family, volunteering in the Tucson community, and playing basketball. His diverse interests reflect a commitment to both personal and professional growth.
Zakaria Odr
Zakaria Odr is a Junior at the Eller College of Management studying finance. He was born and raised locally here in Tucson, Arizona. He enjoys remaining very involved on campus by serving as the Vice President of the Eller Leadership Board, Vice President of Delta Sigma Pi, and providing tours to prospective Eller students through our ambassadors program. He has experience working as an accounting preceptor for the accounting department and as an intern in New York City this past summer at JPMorgan Chase in the Corporate and Investment Bank division. In his free time he loves to hike Tucson's many surrounding mountains and also frequently travels to snowboard.
Serena Staats
Serena Staats is currently a sophomore at the University of Arizona, Eller College of Management. She is majoring in Economics and minoring in Sustainable Mineral Resources with an emphasis in economics and business. She hopes to apply her education for a career in risk management. She likes to be involved within the University and my community, and one way she does this is by volunteering with the Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona. Outside of school, she loves to write stories and go skiing. She also loves to travel and gain new experiences. Although originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, she has moved around quite a bit growing up and is very grateful for the opportunities living in different places has brought her.
Innan Montano-Lagarda (no photo)
“PNC Achievers shines a spotlight on students who are making a difference as academic scholars and peer leaders, and in their communities,” said Kyle Steinbuch, PNC regional president for Arizona. “We’re pleased to recognize these outstanding students for their impressive achievements.”
PNC Achievers is an opportunity for PNC to celebrate the accomplishments and successes of students on campus and in the community.
“We are delighted to partner with PNC on their PNC Achievers program,” says Karthik Kannan, dean and Halle Chair in Leadership. “This is a great opportunity for us to recognize the fantastic accomplishments of selected Eller students both in the classroom and the community.”
Haldorsen, Montano-Lagarda, Odr, and Staats were recognized as PNC Achievers at the 2024 Eller Economic Outlook Luncheon on December 12, 2024 at the Westin La Paloma Resort.