November 19th, 2007

FEATURES

New text message emergency notification service
On Nov. 16, the University launched TXT-U, an emergency notification text messaging system. Students, faculty, and staff can stay informed about critical campus safety information by registering to receive TXT-U messages.
To learn more about TXT-U and to register for the service, go to www.TXT-U.umn.edu

9th Annual Allan D. Shocker Lecture on Product Development: "Design and Business:
Why Can't We Be Friends?"
Monday, November 26th, 3:15pm-5:00pm
3M Auditorium
Roger L. Martin, Dean of the Joseph L. Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto. Sponsored by the New Product Design and Business Development Program, Carlson School of Management, and College of Design. The lecture is followed by a reception in the atrium from 5:00 to 7:00pm. RSVP: hce@umn.edu

December 1st deadline - May International Programs! International Programs walk-in advising hours are Monday and Tuesday evenings from 5:15pm-5:45pm, Applications for May programs are due by December 1, 2007. Late applications will not be accepted. Download an application at: www.csom.umn.edu/internationalprograms.

CAREER

Winter Break Projects Available for Graduate Students
The Graduate Business Career Center has worked with a number of local companies to develop Winter Break Projects.  These projects are for 1st and 2nd year students who are looking to boost their resume with another experience before spring interviews begin.  Typically unpaid, these projects run from mid-December through mid-January.  You can view and apply for a Winter Break Project on The Edge under External Job Postings.  Postings will be up on The Edge beginning November 19. For questions please contact Holly Freeman at hfreeman@umn.edu.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

End of Semester Celebration!
- Monday Dec 3rd, 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Tuesday Dec 4th, 11: 30am - 1:00pm
Stop into the MBA Student Affairs office, 2-210, to enjoy holiday cookies and warm beverages of apple cider or hot chocolate!

Organizing a Social Gathering After Class?
Appetizers Are On Us!
We know that some of the best networking often happens informally after classes end.  To help support student community and social opportunities, the MBA Student Affairs Office has established an agreement with Grandma's Restaurant and Saloon to support a limited number of groups this fall and next spring with partial funds for non-alcohol purchases.  All you need to do is identify the date your group of MBAs is getting together and the names of those in your party.  Email this information to Bryan Hauhe (hauhe001@umn.edu) for consideration.  Cheers!

6th Annual Life Science Alley Conference and Expo
Thursday December 6, 7:15am - 6:00pm
You'll be exposed to great industry information and networking opportunities with leaders in the Life Science Industry. Twenty-one seminars will be offered during the day. Registration cost for full-time students (with proof of ID) is only $75. Click here for more information. For questions please email Jessica Haupt at jahaupt@umn.edu

ECRC National Conference: Critical Issues in Cost Effectiveness in Children's First Decade, December 7-8
- Dec. 7 from 8:00am to 5:30pm
- Dec. 8 from 8:30am to 3:00pm
This national conference will be broadcast live from the Humphrey Institute's Cowles Auditorium and will present recent research on the effects of early childhood programs and services. Register to attend the live broadcast here.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Hispanic Professional Night at Target
Thursday, December 6, 2007, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Please register here. If interested, after RSVP please send your resumes to this webpage: HQHR.Diversity@target.com or call 612.696.2219.
Cost: Members Free
Contact: Amelia Stephens , Amelia.Stephens@target.com

Asian Business Student Association Elections
Wednesday, November 28th
4:45pm-5:30pm, Room L-126
Positions: President, VP, Treasurer, External Relations, Marketing & Communications. Free food!

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