Tatiana Maher Awarded UF Business Ethics Student of the Year
University of Florida Warrington College of Business student Tatiana Maher (MSM ’25) was awarded the Virginia Maurer Business Ethics Student of the Year, honoring her commitment to ethics in business through academic excellence, leadership, personal integrity, and civic engagement.
Receiving the Business Ethics Student of the Year award was an exceptional moment for Maher, reflecting her commitment to aligning her career with her values.
“I was both surprised and very honored,” she said. “Ethics has always been important to me, personally, and being able to combine this integral part of my character into my professional development has been something very special.”
Warrington has played a critical role in Maher’s journey to receiving this award.
“The Poe Ethics Center has become a home away from home,” Maher said. “The resources it provides, from networking to career services, have helped guide me through my academic journey.”
As a Business Ethics Ambassador and leader of the Business Ethics Case Team, she spent countless hours preparing for competitions, engaging in philosophical discussions and refining her ethical perspective.
“This team has become my family,” said Maher. “I had the opportunity to travel across the country and Canada, finding my identity as a leader and meeting UF students and competitors that expanded my worldview.”
Maher’s commitment to ethics extends beyond academics. Her acceptance into the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s program in the Economics of Globalization and European Integration (EGEI) marks an incredible milestone. Ranked among the top three Partner Country candidates, she received a full-tuition scholarship to study in Italy, Belgium and Spain over two years.
“Through the program, I will get a truly international experience learning about EU institutions, law studies, finance, political and economic policy, and sophisticated economic topics that will prepare me for my career,” she said.
Looking ahead, Maher aspires to build her expertise on the European market, focusing specifically on strategy or product development for medical and athletic technology companies.
“There is a huge divide between new scientific breakthroughs and what is available to consumers and patients,” Maher said. “I would love to bridge that divide.”
With a clear vision for her future, Maher is equally passionate about helping her peers navigate their own paths, offering insights drawn from her transformative journey at UF.
“I advise students to really explore opportunities, clubs, etc., and find people who can guide you to experiences that you may not be able to find by yourself,” she said.
