Week of September 7, 2009

FEATURES

Welcome to the Fall 2009 Semester!!
Hope you all had a great summer break! If you have any news or announcements that may have happened over the summer break we would like to include them in our MBA Student Highlights feature, a monthly listing of news and announcements on career changes, community recognition, honors/awards, and personal notes.

Welcome to our New Director of Student Affairs
Dan Bursch has accepted the position of Director of Student Affairs for the Carlson Full-Time and Part-Time MBA Programs.  Most recently, Dan has served as the Senior Associate Director of Admissions for the Carlson MBA Programs.  As Director of Student Affairs, Dan will provide management in the areas of course scheduling, registration, academic advising and student clubs and organizations.  Prior to joining the MBA Program, Dan served as the Admissions and Recruiting Coordinator for the University of Minnesota's College of Veterinary Medicine.  Dan has an undergraduate degree in Business, Economics and Music from Western Michigan University.  Dan will begin his new position on September 21.

Welcome Week
The first week of classes beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8
Carlson School Atrium
4:30 - 5:45 p.m.
Please join all new and returning MBA students to the Fall 2009 school semester. Network with other MBA students and get to know the MBA program staff.
- Tues., Sept. 8 - Thurs., Sept. 10
- Sat., Sept. 12 (11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.)
- Mon., Sept. 14

Affinity Conference Travel Fellowships Prep Session
Wednesday, September 9, 4:40 - 5:40 p.m.
Hanson Hall 2-245
Join the GBCC and The Office of Diversity Initiatives for the Fall 2009 Affinity Conference Prep Session. Note that this is a required event for all students who receive Carlson funding through the Affinity Conference Travel Fellowships. The session will feature student, alumni, and recruiter panelists who will share their personal experience attending past conferences. To RSVP, visit the Edge http://carlsonschool.umn.edu/assets/131626.html

Fall 2009 Corporate Reception
Thursday, September 17, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
University of Minnesota Campus Club
Join your MBA classmates and over 150 corporate recruiters at the Carlson School MBA Corporate Reception. RSVP here. Business attire is required.

MBA at the Twins Game!
Friday, September 18
Join your MBA classmates to see the Minnesota Twins take on the Detroit Tigers, on Friday September 18. Tickets for students and guests are $12 which include a great seat in Section 229 and a private meeting Kevin Smith, Executive Director of Public Affairs and Executive Director of the Twins Community Fund. You are welcome to bring guests to this event as well! Register for this event here. Stop by the MBA Program Office between Monday September 14 to Thursday September 17 to pick-up your tickets.

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STUDENT AFFAIRS

International Photo Contest
Photos Due by September 9, 5:00 p.m.
The annual International Photo Contest is underway for all Carlson students, staff and faculty. Individuals can submit one digital photo for each of the three categories: Cultural Interaction, Stunning Landscape/Cityscape, and No Words Can Describe. For more details, contact csomip@umn.edu or email Theresa Heath.

Welcome Back from Carlson IT Student Services
Check out the latest IT news and updates and find information on:
- Computer Labs Changes
- Wireless Printing Only Available Using UofM Secure Connection
- IT Support Starts with Your X500
- Do You Need After-Hours Technical Support While at School?
For questions or more information contact Corrie Bozung

Vahan Janjigian presents 'Even Buffett Isn’t Perfect'
Wednesday, September 23, 1:30 - 4:30p.m.
CSOM 3M Auditorium
The Institute for Research in Marketing presents Vahan Janjigian, Chief Investment Strategist, Forbes. Vahan Janjigian will visit the Carlson School for a conversation about investment strategies based on his recent book, Even Buffett Isn’t Perfect. Click here to register. For more information, email mktginst@umn.edu.

Emergency Texts
All students can register their cell phone to receive emergency texts. Please go to this link: www1.umn.edu/prepared/txtu/

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ACADEMICS

MBA Register, Stephanie Nichols Fall 2009 Schedule
Beginning Monday, September 14, Stephanie Nichols will be in the office for Full-Time student inquiries on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 - 5:00 p.m. She will not be in the office on Mondays of Fridays. Stephanie will return to regular business hours on November 23. 

Three New Workshops to Assist with Business Research
The MBA Program Office is partnering with Wilson Library to deliver three new workshops in September to assist you in your business research. You can learn how to navigate effectively and efficiently across the many databases available, conduct research to prepare for an interview or gain company and industry intelligence to complete an industry analysis.  Click here for more details on the workshops.

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CAREER

Register for all Graduate Business Career Center events by visiting The Edge website.

Fall 2009 Paid Student Consulting Opportunities
Develop your skills, earn money and assist a community-based nonprofit organization or small business. The Office for Business & Community Economic Development, the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs and the Carlson School of Management has partnered to offer two unique programs. These programs help nonprofit organizations, which serve Minnesota communities, as well as minority, woman or disabled-owned businesses. Fall projects will begin mid-September. Applications are due by Friday, September 11, 2009. Visit the Office for Business & Community Economic Development for more information and to apply. Submit Resume to: Ms. Nedy Windham, 612-625-2053.

Mock Interviews
September 11 and September 25
Mock interviews are required for both 1st and 2nd year MBA's to participate in on-campus recruiting at Carlson. This year, we have set aside 2 days - September 11 and September 25 - as Mock Marathon days. Many of our corporate partners have volunteered to conduct these interviews. Sign up in The Edge (under "On Campus Interviews" - "Interviews I Qualify For") to reserve your spot ASAP. For more information contact gbccmail@umn.edu.

Student Veterans and Service Members
Get Paid for Your Internship!
If you have an internship that is unpaid or low-paid (less than $1800 a semester), you may be eligible for a U of M Student Veterans and Service Members Internship Grant! Find all the details and application instructions at http://onestop.umn.edu/veterans/gift_aid.html

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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Visit the MBA Student Life page to learn more about Carlson Clubs & Organizations.

National Association of Women MBAs Kick-off Meeting
Monday, September 14, 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., CSOM 1-147
Lunch will be provided. We will discuss upcoming events, membership details, and the NAWMBA National Conference & Career Fair. (www.mbawomen.org). Contact Leslie Olson at nawmba@umn.edu for more information.

Association of Latin Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA) Free Membership Opportunity
Sovereign Bank, has generously pre-paid for 860 students to become members of ALPFA. This is a limited time, first come-first served offer. If you are a student but not yet a member, now is a great time to join! To take advantage of this great opportunity, please visit their website - www.alpfatwincities.org.

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