Karine Pereira

Graduate Assistant
Center for Competencies, Skills and Workforce Development, Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives

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Biography

Karine is an international graduate student at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), currently pursuing an M.B.A. with a concentration in Logistics & Supply Chain Management.

Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Karine’s academic foundation is rooted in global commerce, having earned a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Trade and International Business. Her commitment to the Omaha area began in 2020, where she continued her education by earning an Associate Degree in Business before entering the MBA program in 2025.

Karine brings a dedicated, goal-oriented mindset to her studies and professional endeavors. She is passionate about cultural engagement, actively volunteering at local Hispanic events in Omaha to maintain and practice her Spanish and to teach Portuguese to children. Her personal drive is further demonstrated by her success in achieving the ambitious goal of visiting all 50 U.S. states within a four-year period.

Education

M.B.A., Logistics & Supply Chain Management, University of Nebraska at Omaha

Associate Degree, Business, Metropolitan Community College (Omaha, NE)

Bachelor's Degree, Foreign Trade and International Business, São Paulo, Brazil

Why UNO?

I chose UNO because, after moving to Omaha in 2020 and falling in love with the city, I recognized its reputation for educational excellence. The university provides the flexibility and technological fluency essential for success in my demanding MBA program. This adaptive environment directly prepares me for dynamic fields like Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

Vacation Spot

Anywhere I can get in contact with nature!

Favorite Food

I love Brazilian cuisine, and my favorite dish is called feijoada (beans stew).