April 21st, 2008

FEATURES

Web Focus Groups - Participation Needed!
Held April 28th through May 1st
The MBA Office is interested in your feedback on navigating sections of the Carlson School web site.  Focus groups will be held April 28th through May 1st from noon to 1:00 PM and 4:45 to 5:45 PM in the following locations:

- Monday, April 28th
12:00 – 1:00      Room L-117
4:45 – 5:45        Room 2-260R
- Tuesday, April 29th
12:00 – 1:00      Room L-117
4:45 – 5:45        Room 2-260R
-Wednesday, April 30th
12:00 – 1:00      Room L-117
4:45 – 5:45        Room 2-260Z
- Thursday, May 1st
12:00 – 1:00      Room L-117
4:45 – 5:45        Room 2-260R

Participation will be limited to TEN students for each session!  Additionally, each student may participate in only one session.  Please RSVP with your preferred dates and times to mbasa@umn.edu by Tuesday, April 22nd.  As a thank you for your participation in the focus group, PIZZA and BEVERAGES will be provided at the end of the session.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

Global Enrichment Programs for 2009!
International Programs is accepting applications for January 2009 study abroad programs! If you are interested in studying abroad next winter, consider the China Seminar, India Seminar, or Costa Rica Seminar. Scholarships are available! The application deadline is June 15, 2008. On our website you will find updated information for all 2009 Global Enrichment programs. Visit our website for detailed information!

CAREER

Donuts and Dollars
Thursday, April 24, 7:00am - 8:30 am, MBA Lounge
The GBCC coaches invite you to drop into the Graduate Lounge anytime between 7:00 am and 8:30 am for coffee and conversation. There will be an opportunity to visit with a coach about your job search, update any offer info you have, or just visit with classmates. Stay for a minute or stay for an hour, we will be providing donuts and coffee.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Hispanic Professional Night - Wine and Food Tasting! SUPERVALU in Partnership with NSHMBA
Wednesday, April 23rd, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Please join SuperValu, in partnership with the National Society of Hispanic MBA's, for an evening of wine and food tasting fun. Take a tour of SuperValu's newly renovated East View Innovation Center. The night will also feature speaker Duncan Mac Naughton, EVP of Merchandising and Marketing, and all attendees will be eligible for an on site raffle. For more information and to register please click here.

Asian Business Student Association
Ping Pong Tournament - Thursday, April 24th
5:00pm, MBA Student Lounge
The Asian Business Student Association is putting on a ping pong tournament. Thursday 4/24 5pm @ Carlson MBA lounge. Singles and doubles, $100 in prizes, and trophies. Contact Don Kim for more information at kimxx979@umn.edu

Black Graduate Business Student Association
End-of-Year Social
Friday, April 25th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
You and a guest are invited to the CSOM Black Graduate Business Student Association End Of Year Social at Grandmas, Friday April 25 at 6pm. RSVP by Monday April 21 to satum002@umn.edu

Asian Business Student Association presents: The Ha Family Entertainers
Monday, April 28th,
12-1pm and 4:30-5:30pm. Carlson School Atrium.
Asian food provided.

Apply for a NSHMBA Scholarship through April 30!
The National Society of Hispanic MBA's provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Over $1 million in financial assistance was awarded in 2007. For more information and to apply online, please visit http://www.nshmba.org/financial-assist Apply now!

First Friday - May 2, 2008
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the spring weather with fellow alumni and current MBA students in St. Paul.
*$7 entrance fee (for alumni and current MBA students 21 yrs +)
Register for this event by clicking here.

Billy's on Grand
857 Grand Avenue, St. Paul

Hosted hors d'oeuvres - Prizes - Cash Bar
Don't forget your business cards!
*Please note the new pricing of $7.00.

First Tuesday - May 6th
Lois Quam, Managing Director, Alternative Investments, Piper Jaffray
McNamara Alumni Center
200 Oak Street S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55455
For more information and to register for this event, please click here.

Mark your calendars for the Forté MBA Women’s Conference to be held June 27-28, 2008!
This exclusive event will explore the hot issues around women in business leadership. Business leaders will provide insights, teach skills, and share experiences through a variety of interactive sessions intended to help students orchestrate a successful career. Events include a career fair with major companies, career preparation workshops, and panel presentations with leading women in business.
Complimentary admission, the conference is paid for by our business school and corporate sponsors and the Graduate Management Admission Council. If you have questions, please email forte@fortefoundation.org.

Appetizers Are On Us!
The MBA Student Affairs Office has established an agreement with Grandma's Restaurant and Saloon. For more information please contact Bryan Hauhe (hauhe001@umn.edu). Cheers!

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