BSB Weekly 11/03/08




	Week of November 3, 2008 Features \| Academics \| Career International Experience \| Clubs & Organizations FEATURES Apply for the Student Advisory Board Today! Submit applications by Friday, November 7 to Brent Opall at opall001@umn.edu or drop off at Hanson Hall 2-190. The SAB is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year! Want to ensure the continued excellence of the Carlson School Undergraduate Program by providing advice to Senior Leadership? Interested in areas such as student life, academics/classroom experience, career services/placement, and community relations? Then join SAB and you can do just that! The SAB meets three times a year in November, February, and April. To apply, submit a resume, an unofficial transcript, and answer the following questions: • Why would you make an outstanding candidate for the SAB? • What do you believe is an untapped opportunity that the Carlson School’s Undergraduate Business Program could leverage to improve its current program? Securian Leadership Lecture Series Thursday, November 6, 12:00 p.m. - Carlson School 3M Auditorium Featuring Sean Kurshaw. His lecture will focus on how a new generation is redefining civic leadership. A complimentary lunch will be served following the lecture. Currently serving as the sixth Citizens League President in the organization's 50 year history, Sean Kershaw has an impressive record of civic duty for the metro area and greater Minnesota. Kershaw's work has touched a variety of different fields. During his position as Deputy Director for the city of St. Paul's Department of Planning and Economic development, Sean chaired Mayor Coleman's e-learning initiative, managed a variety of housing initiatives and led several reorganization efforts aimed to improve teamwork, efficiency and contact with the community. Sean is passionate about active citizenship, civic organizing and creating good public policy. Carlson School's Got Talent Thursday, November 13, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - Carlson School 3M Auditorium Come see Carlson's Got Talent and vote for the best that Carlson has to offer! The eight act show will include a variety of talented Carlson students performing for your viewing entertainment. Where else can you listen, watch, enjoy, win prizes, and eat pizza all in one night? You Can Be An Orientation Leader! Application Deadline is Monday, November 3, 4:30 p.m. Applications can be completed online at ofyp.umn.edu Guest Speaker: Paul Rusesabagina was the Inspiration for Hotel Rwanda Monday, November 3, 7:30 p.m. - Northrop Memorial Auditorium Can one person make a difference? Please join us for a special event to welcome the author, Paul Rusesabagina--inspiration for the 2004 film Hotel Rwanda, as he recounts his inspiring story of courage and compassion in the opening days of the Rwandan genocide. His example, which he documents in the book An Ordinary Man, demonstrates how each of us can change our world. Copies of Rusesabagina's novel, An Ordinary Man are available to check-out from International Programs in Carlson School 4-104. This event is free and open to the public. Breakout Room Announcement Effective 10/27/2008 As of Monday October 27, breakout rooms in the Carlson School of Management building will be secured with card readers 24 hours a day. • Access will be by authorized U Card only. • All Carlson students, faculty and staff will be authorized for access to these rooms. • Students, faculty and staff whose primary academic home is outside the Carlson School will not be given access to these rooms and may not use them unless accompanied by an authorized Carlson user. The equivalent rooms in Hanson Hall will be switched to card access as soon as possible. These rooms will continue to be governed by the existing reservation system. Carlson students without reservations may use the rooms 24/7, with the following restrictions: • If someone else has a reservation, the individual with the reservation has precedence. • If the room is reserved for a class, class usage takes precedence. • If Facilities Management requests that the room be vacated in order to clean it, users are expected to leave promptly. • Carlson users who refuse to vacate a room when requested risk loss of access privileges. In order to provide FM with access for cleaning, reservations will only be taken until 10:00 pm. After that, rooms are on a first-come, first served basis. If it turns out that there is more demand than there are available rooms, reservation hours will be extended. _________________________________________________________________________ ACADEMICS Holmes Center for Entrepreneurship: $2,000 E-ternship Program Applications Due November 7 The Deluxe E-ternship Program provides Carlson School undergraduate students with the opportunity to become members of high-potential entrepreneurial teams. Eligibility: Students should have junior or senior standing and be enrolled in the entrepreneurship program at the Carlson School of Management. Student Selection Criteria: Selection will be based upon demonstrated passion for entrepreneurship, leadership skills, and academic record. An interview must be scheduled for November with Holmes Center staff. Students participating in the entrepreneurial programs and curriculum will receive preference. Email jkahl@umn.edu for more information National Scholarships: Harry S. Truman Scholarships Application Deadline: Friday, November 7 Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors are encouraged to attend. For more information go to honors.umn.edu/scholarships/index.php For outstanding undergraduates who intend to pursue careers in government, education, the non-profit sector, or elsewhere in public service, and want to make a difference. Applicants must be JUNIORS, U.S. citizens or nationals, with strong academic records, and should be engaged in community service and/or political activism. The Truman Scholarship provides up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school. Go Places with SPAN: The Student Project for Amity among Nations Unique independent research opportunity awaits you Email span@umn.edu for an application. Summer 2009 destinations include study and travel to Greece and the European Union. Student applications are currently available through the SPAN office and are due in early November. For more information and an application email span@umn.edu or call 612-626-1083. Minnesota SPAN Association Heller Hall Ste 658 271 19th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55455 The Angus Robinson Jr., Memorial Foundation Offers Scholarships For students studying Risk Management, Insurance or Actuarial Science. Please note that students must submit their application no later than December 11. Visit us online for more information at aria.org/Angus%20RobinsonScholarship08.pdf Humphrey Institute Graduate Program Information Sessions Dates and times are listed below--RSVP using the following links Free beverages and pizza will be served. Information sessions about graduate programs in Public Policy, Science Technology and Environmental Policy, and Urban and Regional planning on the following dates: Wednesday, November 5, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155337619 Tuesday, November 18, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155341631 Tuesday, December 2, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155343637 Thursday, January 29, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155346646 Monday, February 16, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155350658 Tuesday, March 10, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155355673 Thursday, April 23, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Humphrey 205 eventbrite.com/event/155357679 We offer concentrations and specializations in Public and Non-Profit Management and Leadership, Community and Economic Development, Social Policy, Policy Analysis, Global Public Policy (including International Development), Science, Technology and Environmental Policy, Women and Public Policy, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, Land Use and Urban Design, Housing and Community Development, and Regional, Economic and Workforce Development. We also offer joint degrees with the schools of Business, Law, Social Work, Public Health, Architecture and Landscape Architecture and Civil Engineering. Faculty and current students will speak briefly about each of our degree programs and will also be available to answer questions. This event is free and open to the public. Space is limited, so please visit our recruitment events page to RSVP hhh.umn.edu/admissions/request_information.html CAREER Actuarial Career and Internship Fair Monday, November 3, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Coffman Memorial Union Mississippi Room The Actuary Club at the University of Minnesota cordially invites you to the tenth annual Career and Internship Fair. This event is a great way to create network opportunities between actuarial students and the business community. Companies will be searching for students attempting to fill full-time and/or internship openings in their particular company. Students should dress business professionally and come prepared to market their talents. Bringing several copies of your resume is strongly encouraged. If you have any questions, please contact Helen Muller at mulle179@umn.edu. Case Interviewing Prep Workshop Monday, November 3, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Hanson Hall 1-103 Interested in consulting careers? Ready for case interviewing? Come to learn how to succeed in case interviewing and practice cases with other students. Presented by Phil Miller of the Carlson Consulting Enterprise. Remember to RSVP on The Edge at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page7420.aspx and registration ends on Sunday, November 2. Mock Interviews in the UBCC October Afternoons - Hanson Hall UBCC Ready for your interviews? Do you need help preparing? Mock Interview sign-up is now available at the UBCC front desk. The interviews will be conducted by a Carlson HRIR Graduate Student. Stop by the UBCC to sign up for a mock interview time slot and pick up a pre-work packet that is required for the interview process. There are times available Monday - Wednesday. Stop by today! Contact us at ubccnews@umn.edu with questions. Evaluating & Negotiating Job Offers Wednesday, November 12, 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. - Hanson Hall 1-103 Learn to research market data to know what you're worth; how to negotiate offers; and what factors to consider when evaluating job offers. Remember to register by Monday, November 10 on The Edge at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page7420.aspx. Travelers Day for Freshmen and Sophomores Friday, November 14, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Seattle Career Trek January 5 - 6 Deadline for Registering for the Trip is November 14 Register at: carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page7420.aspx The Business Career Center is planning an event in Seattle where you can meet recruiters and representatives from some of the most respected companies in the Northwest. This event is open to all Carlson School students! There will be a combination of presentations and on-site visits. The trip takes place January 5-6, 2009. You are responsible for your own transportation and lodging expenses. Deadline for registering for the trip is November 14, 2008. Please sign up for the trip by RSVPing on The Edge for the Seattle trip. San Francisco Career Trek January 7 - 9 Deadline for registering on The Edge for the trip is November 14 Register at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page7420.aspx The Business Career Center is planning an event in San Francisco where you can meet recruiters and representatives from some of the most respected companies in the Bay Area. This event is open to all Carlson School students! There will be a combination of presentations and on-site visits. The trip takes place January 7-9, 2009. You are responsible for your own transportation and lodging expenses. Deadline for registering for the trip is November 14, 2008. Please sign up for the trip by RSVPing on The Edge for the San Francisco trip. Washington DC Career Trek January 12 - 14 Deadline for registering on The Edge for the trip is November 14 Register at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page7420.aspx The Business Career Center is planning an event in Washington DC where you can meet recruiters and representatives from: PBS, World Bank, National Geographic, Booz Allen, Grameen, Department of Defense and more! This event is open to all CSOM students! There will be a combination of presentations and on-site visits. The trip takes place January 12-14, 2009. You are responsible for your own transportation and lodging expenses. Deadline for registering for the trip is November 14, 2008. Please sign up for the trip by RSVPing on CARS. Spring Interviews? Preference SOON! Planning to interview for internships or full-time positions in January? Prepare NOW! The first preference period for January interviews starts on November 17th. Don't miss it! See The Edge for more details. INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE International Programs New Office – Carlson School 2-210 We are now located in Carlson School 2-210, and you are invited to stop by and see our new space! Our office is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 5:00 p.m. We have walk in advising hours Monday - Thursday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. and by appointment. If you wish to speak with an adviser, please email csomip@umn.edu or call 612-625-9361 to schedule an appointment. Please visit our International Programs web page for a full description of events and opportunities at carlsonschool.umn.edu/internationalprograms Apply Online Now for May 2009 International Programs! Priority Deadline: Saturday, November 1 Apply at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page6803.aspx International Programs is excited to announce the launch of our online application system. We are now accepting applications for May 2009 programs. Consider these three great programs: MGMT 3010 in China, FINA 4641 in England and HRIR 3021 in Australia. Visit our website to learn more about these programs and to learn about the application process. Priority deadline is November 1. Where will you be next May? Management 3010 Video Are you interested in studying abroad in China next May? Listen to faculty member Steve Spruth talk about why you should consider studying entrepreneurship in China. To be directed to the video, click here carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page6387.aspx?showcontent=126335&display=102&templateID=5024 Email the International Programs with questions at dopp@umn.edu or call 612-626-4814. New Global Enrichment Program - Live Consulting Project with Cargill! Priority Application Deadline: December 1 Interested in gaining some business experience overseas, and consulting for multinational company? Check out a new Global Enrichment offering for May 2009: Corporate Strategy in Central and Eastern Europe. The program focuses on Cargill's business strategy in the region, and includes sessions in Warsaw, Poland and Budapest, Hungary. For more information, go to: carlsonschool.umn.edu/internationalprograms. Rotary Ambassidorial Scholorships for Study Abroad in 2010- 2011 Information Session Tuesday November 11, 12:00-1:00 - Nicholson Hall 135 For further information visit honors.umn.edu/scholarships or rotary.org Learn from Rotary representatives about the world's largest privately funded scholarship program for international education! Opportunities are offered for study abroad in nearly 100 host countries, including academic year scholarships, multi-year scholarships, and scholarships for 3-6 months of intensive language study and cultural immersion. Awards range from $10,000 to $23,000, depending on the type and length of the program. May not be used for university-sponsored study abroad programs. Some of the scholarships have language proficiency requirements. SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, SENIORS, AND GRADUATES may apply. Must be a citizen of a country with Rotary Clubs. Applicants should have strong academic records and a commitment to service. Initial application is made through a Rotary Club in the applicant's hometown or place of current full-time study. APPLY THIS JANUARY for scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year. For further information, visit honors.umn.edu/scholarships. Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship For Study Abroad Application Deadline is February 2 Application materials and instructions are available here: honors.umn.edu/scholarships_u/documents/sullivan_app09-10.pdf or from the University Honors Program office in Nicholson Hall 20. The Office of International Programs and the University Honors Program (Twin Cites campus) are pleased to announce the opening of applications for the 2009-10 Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship for Study Abroad. This scholarship provides an opportunity for seniors at any campus of the University of Minnesota to enrich their academic experience with a fifth year of undergraduate study in another country. The scholarship is intended to support credit-bearing and usually classroom-based study abroad that immerses the student in the host university, research institute, or other institution, as well as in the host culture. The University expects to award one or two scholarships for the 2009-2010 academic year. Proposals should be for full-time study for a full academic year or equivalent. Applicants must be currently enrolled undergraduates at any University of Minnesota campus; must have senior status (at least 90 credits completed) by the end of Fall semester 2008 with at least 30 credits in residence at a University of Minnesota campus; must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents; and should have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Applicants must be available for an in-person interview on the University's Twin Cities campus on February 26, 2009. Application materials and instructions are available here honors.umn.edu/scholarships_u/documents/sullivan_app09-10.pdf or from the University Honors Program office in 20 Nicholson Hall. IE 101 Workshops: Attention Freshman! Online registration is now available at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page8890.aspx Come learn the nuts and bolts of planning your international experience. Receive valuable information about program selection, academics, financing, career planning, and important next steps for you to take. For more information about the IE 101 workshops and to register, use the online link above. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS MIS Career Fair Wednesday, November 12, 10:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Carlson School Atrium Free Lunch and Prizes - Executive Panel 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. with Q&AJoin us for the MIS Career fair in the Carlson School Atrium, from 10:00am to 3:00pm--Free lunch from Mesa pizza and Quizno's at 12:00pm. Great prizes from E&Y. Breakfast and snacks from General Mills all day and opportunity to get to know more about MIS major as well as meet executives from key Twin Cities companies. Contact misrc@umn.edu for more information. DEX (College DECA) Informational Meeting Thursday, November 6, 8:00 p.m - Coffman 323DEX is the college division of DECA. Thursday we are having an informational meeting talking about membership, state and national competition, officer elections and many other things. If you are interested in joining this organization or just want to see what it's about please come to the meeting to get more information! 3rd Annual Burrito Bowl Thursday, November 6, 5:30 p.m. - Carlson School Atrium Sign up for the 3rd annual Burrito Bowl! The flag football tournament and burrito feast will be held on the evening of Thursday, November 6 at Bierman Fields. Costs are $5 for team members and just $3 for spectators (burritos included of course). Teams can consist of 7 - 10 people. Prizes will be raffled off to all participants, and the winning team will earn at least $400! Only 16 teams will play in the tournament, so hurry up! To sign up or request more information, please contact Kyle at lecl0062@umn.edu Submit Content to the BSB Weekly on or before each Wednesday for print the following Monday in the BSBweekly. Questions, call 612-624-3313 for answers. Contact Us \| Submit Content Current Students


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