Get to Know the MPA Staff…

Name: Rebecca Ortiz

When you joined the MPA Office:

  • October 2020

Tell Us About Yourself

  • I’m a 5th year iMPA and CBHP major from Grapevine, Texas. I will be returning to the DFW area after graduation to work in audit.

If you could meet any celebrity who would it be and why?

  • Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard – they are my favorite celebrity couple! Did you know they have regular Catan nights?

If someone made a film about your life who would you want to play you?

  • Sandra Bullock or Anne Hathaway, both icons.

Choose your age forever, what age would you choose and why?

  • Maybe 28, hopefully living the DINC life. (double income no children)

If you could be an Olympic athlete what sport would you compete in?

  • Figure skating. I have always admired athletes who are strong and graceful! I am the least coordinated person ever!

If you could have any kind of pet what would it be?

A potbelly pig! They are playful, tidy, intelligent, and affectionate.

Who is your favorite fictional character (books, movies, TV shows) and why?

  • I’ve been told I’m a blend of Jess and Schmidt from New Girl.

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

  • A personal assistant. I was inspired by Anne Hathaway’s resilience in The Devil Wears Prada (and have been type A for as long as I can remember).

Why are you excited to work with MPA students?

I am very proud to be surrounded by motivated, kind, accomplished, and supportive peers in the MPA program. I have benefited greatly from their experiences as well as the resources we’ve been offered through MPA Career Management. I am excited to give back and help everyone take advantage of the opportunities we have through MPA!