Meet the MBA Class of ’28: Taylar Tunstall

Taylar Tunstall
Bioethics-focused MBA candidate with research expertise in health disparities and pulmonary disease seeking healthcare management roles in the Southern U.S., combining strategic thinking, inclusive leadership and clinical insight.

Undergraduate Institution:
Dillard University

Fun fact about yourself:
I am a professionally trained ballerina.

Work experience you're most proud of:
Working as a student research assistant at the Choices Center for Tulane School of Medicine. This experience has allowed me to contribute to research focused on healthcare and health disparities while learning how research can help improve the lives of underserved communities.

Why did you want to pursue an MBA:
I want to pursue an MBA to build on my knowledge and develop the business and leadership skills needed to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare world. I hope to combine my passion for healthcare with a strong understanding of business and strategy.

Why did you choose Freeman:
I chose Freeman because I wanted to pursue my MBA at a school that would allow me to grow professionally while staying connected to my passion for healthcare. Being part of Tulane has already given me meaningful experiences, and Freeman gives me the opportunity to build on that foundation while developing the leadership and business skills I need for my future career.

Where do you want to be in five years:
In five years, I hope to be working in healthcare administration or healthcare strategy, using my business and healthcare background to help improve how healthcare organizations serve their patients and communities. I also hope to be continuing my journey toward becoming a physician and finding ways to combine medicine, leadership and healthcare innovation.

What do you like to do in your spare time:
In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to music, going to church, exploring New Orleans and being creative through things like sewing and other creative projects.