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	Week of January 19, 2009 Features | Student Affairs | Academics Career | Clubs & Organizations FEATURES Welcome! The MBA program office welcomes you to the start of our spring 2009 semester! We hope to see you at the various events and activities throughout the semester. The MBA bulletin board, located outside of the MBA program office, (suite 1-110) lists the latest news and events for the semester as well as the spring 2009 course schedules. Stop by the MBA program office during our office hours to meet with us and to get any of your questions answered. Events happening this week: Welcome Week The first week of classes beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20 Carlson School Atrium, 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Please join all new and returning MBA students to the spring 2009 school semester. Network with other MBA students and get to know the MBA program staff. - Tues., Jan. 20 - Thurs., Jan 22 - Sat., Jan. 24 (11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) - Mon., Jan. 26 Graduate Volunteer Consultants (GVC) Project Kickoff Tuesday, January 20, noon - 1:00 p.m., CSOM 1-147 For more information or for any questions contact Ying Wang, wangx998@umn.edu. Entrepreneurial Bootcamp Saturday, January 31, Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., program running from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Carlson School This one-day session will feature investor and entrepreneur perspectives on a range of emerging market opportunities including wind, energy conservation, bio fuels, and solar.   Attendance is not open to the public and is strictly limited to the first 40 MBA students. RSVP (and questions) to jkahl@umn.edu is required by TODAY in order to receive advance reading materials. Include the order of interest in these categories: solar, wind, biomass, efficiency/conservation. MILI Student Association Spring 2009 General Assembly Wednesday, January 21, noon - 1 p.m., and 5-5:45 p.m. This spring kick-off assembly is open to all students interested in the unique business characteristics of healthcare and the medical industry. At this meeting students will learn about the organization, its purpose and the calendar of events planned for spring 2009. Located in CSOM 1-127. For more information please visit, www.milisa.org MBAA Executive Committee Elections Online elections begin Friday, January 23 Nominees for the MBAA President position should submit statements of interest to mbaa@umn.edu before midnight on Wednesday, January 21.The online election for the MBAA President will begin at noon on Friday, January 23. Nominees for the Vice President positions should submit statements of interest no later than midnight on Wednesday, January 28. Vice President elections will begin Friday, January 30. More information will be distributed via email. Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Friday, January 23 The MBA programs office will host a Timberwolves outing for MBA students and their guests. The event is $10 per person and includes a game ticket, tour of the corporate facilities, a meeting with the Timberwolves president, and a picture on center court. Senior Associate Director of MBA Admissions, Dan Bursch, will also be singing the National Anthem!  Sign up in the MBA Programs office, suite 1-110. Deadline is Wednesday, January 21. For more information, contact Vanessa Witt, wittx068@umn.edu. China Road: A Journey into the Future of a Rising Power Saturday, January 24, Tedd Mann Concert Hall, 4 p.m. Internationally acclaimed National Public Radio correspondent Rob Gifford will speak about his 3,000-mile journey across China, passing through virtually every part of the social and economic revolution the country is undergoing. In addition to the lecture, there will be an opportunity to buy Gifford's book and have him sign it. There will also be a great New Year celebration with Chinese food and door prizes. The entire event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit the China Center website. Back to top>> STUDENT AFFAIRS Student Mailboxes have Relocated! All student mailboxes have moved from the MBA programs office into the Master's student lounge, effective Monday, January 19. Remember you will need your Ucard at all times in order to access the student lounge. Upcoming Diversity Conference & Career Expo Multicultural Forum; Applications due Feb. 9 The 21st Annual Multicultural Form On Workplace Diversity will be held March 3-4, at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. The Office of Diversity Initiatives is offering 10 conference fellowships for students to attend the Forum and Career Expo on Wednesday, March 4. For additional information or to request application materials please contact Keelii M. McCarty at 612-626-7407 Appetizers on Us at Corner Bar! We know that some of the best networking often happens informally after classes end. To help support community and social opportunities, the MBA programs office has arranged an agreement with Corner Bar to provide students with a voucher to purchase food or non-alcoholic beverages. All you need to do is identify the date your group of MBAs will be getting together and the names of those in your party. Have a group leader email this information to Jessica McLain, mclai003@umn.edu, for consideration at least 2 days in advance. If approved, the voucher can be picked up in the MBA programs office, suite 1-110. IT Student Services: Carlson Building Updated with New Wireless Infrastructure! After a successful pilot of the new wireless infrastructure at Hanson Hall, Central Network and Telecom Services has upgraded the Carlson building with the same technology. Given that both buildings offer this new technology IT Student Services HIGHLY recommend students configure the UofM Secure connection for the semester. For information on how to configure the UofM Secure connection please visit www.carlsonschool.umn.edu/wireless. Back to top>> ACADEMICS Attention 1st Year MBA Students! Join a Carlson Enterprise Today Applications available at the MBA office front desk beginning Monday, January 26. The application deadline is Tuesday, February 3, at noon.. - Funds Enterprise (Carlson Growth & Fixed Income Funds) - Ventures Enterprise - Consulting Enterprise - Brand Enterprise If you are a first year full-time MBA student and are interested in applying, access the position descriptions on the EDGE for more information. Enterprise Open House/Info Sessions: -- Brand Enterprise Jan. 26 & 27, noon – 1:30 p.m., 1-151 -- Funds Enterprise Jan. 26 & 27, noon – 1:30 p.m., 1-170 -- Ventures Enterprise Jan. 26 & 27, noon – 1:30 p.m., L-151 --Consulting Enterprise Jan. 26 & 27, noon – 1:30 p.m., L-153 Summer Study Abroad Opportunities Applications accepted online through January 30 If you are interested in studying abroad during summer 2009, consider our Global Enrichment programs in Denmark, France, Austria, or Germany. Applications are being accepted online until January 30. Contact International Programs, suite 2-210, to learn more. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Business School International Business Plan Competition Submissions due by February 2 The upcoming 2009 HKUST MBA International Business Plan Competition will be held April 2-4. All MBA students are invited to submit business plan proposals for consideration of participation. Submit a 5-7 page executive summary of your business plan by email attachment by Monday, February 2, for full consideration. Submissions should be emailed to the HKUST contest at: hkustbp@ust.hk. Indicate "HKUST MBA International Business Plan Contestant" in the subject line. Back to top>> CAREER Register for all Graduate Business Career Center events by visiting The Edge website at: http://carlsonschool.umn.edu/TheEdge How to Manage Stress and Maintain Confidence During the Job Search Monday, January 26, 4:30-5:40 p.m., CSOM 1-147 While searching for a new job can be exciting, it can also be extremely stressful and a rejection can send even a confident person reeling. This workshop provides you with strategies and techniques to manage stress and maintain confidence during job searches. Please register in the Edge. Wells Fargo Day January 28, 11:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Carlson School atrium and lower level Free lunch! Meet over 50 Wells Fargo team members from all lines of business at Wells Fargo day. Jon Campbell, Wells Fargo's Chief Executive Officer and a member of the University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management and U of M Foundation will welcome you at 12:30 p.m.  Recruiters from finance/accounting, operations, sales and technology businesses will talk with you about full-tine and summer internship opportunities. Visit this website for more information. Fall 2009 On-Campus Recruiting Saturday, January 31, 11:30 a.m. - 12:25 p.m., 3M CSOM This workshop is the kick-off for the fall 2009 on-campus interviewing process available through the Graduate Business Career Center's online system, The Edge. It will outline the required and recommended preparation activities, the time commitment, and the career opportunities available. A required workshop for on-campus interviewing participation. Job and Internship Fair Monday, February 9, 10:00 a.m. - 4 p.m. Minneapolis Convention Center Come to the biggest student career fair in Minnesota! More than 200 organizations will be there recruiting for hundreds of jobs and internships. Check the Job Fair site to see which organizations are attending. The Fair is free and open to all graduate students. Click here to register and for preparation tips and information about free transportation. Interview Stream - Available Now! Interview Stream is a new tool where you can practice your interviewing skills in front of a webcam. For questions contact the GBCC at 612-624-0011. Back to top>> CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Visit the MBA Student Life page to learn more about Carlson Clubs & Organizations. Upcoming Events - SIGN UP TODAY! 3M Sponsored Seminar on Technology Commercialization Monday, January 26, 5-7 p.m., CSOM 2-206 The third seminar of the five-part series, "Financing Your Technology Based Venture," will review the fundraising process, options, and challenges for your technology/science-based ventures and follow with an extended panel discussion. More information on this seminar and the remaining seminars can be found here. RSVP to hce@umn.edu. Citizens League Action Groups Kickoff Tuesday, January 27, 6-8 p.m. Five Event Center: 2917 Bryant Ave. S, Minneapolis Young Citizens League members are organizing three action groups around the broad topics of education, poverty, and financial literacy. At the kick-off event, hear about the Citizens League and its approach to citizen-based policy making, get some background on the project, and then break into three groups to talk about the project. To register for this event and to learn more about this organization, visit its website Back to top>> Contact Us | Submit Content Tools & Resources | Archives			Remember to check your MyU portal and Events Calendar for the latest news and events happening around the Carlson School. First Tuesday Tuesday, February 3 11:30am - 1p.m. McNamara Alumni Center Panel Discussion: The Growing Economic Crisis: Why, Who and You For more information and to register click here First Friday Friday, February 6, 5:30 - 7p.m. Rock Bottom Brewery Join fellow alumni and current MBA students. Hosted hors d'oeuvres - prizes - cash bar Please note our new registration process - RSVP online and a $7.00 entrance fee will be collected at the door. Mark your Calendars: Carlson MBA Charity Auction Friday, February 20, 6:00 -10 p.m., McNamara Center Registration details coming soon! If you have questions or would like to donate auction items, contact Holly Kellar at kellar025@umn.edu Case Competitions For additional information on these, and future case competitions, please visit this website.  - Global Social Venture Business Plan Competition Executive Summary due Wednesday January 21, 2009  - Krannert Human Capital Jan 29-30, registration open now  - Global Supply Chain Management Feb. 5-6, registration open now  - Nebraska University New Ventures World March 26-29, registration opens on Friday, Janaury 30  - Global Social Venture Business Plan April 23-25, registration opens on Wednesday,  January 21. Office Hours Located in suite 1-110, the MBA Student Affairs Office is your one-stop resource for classroom supplies, copies, forms, and drop offs. Have questions answered by our MBA staff. MBA Programs Office Hours: Beginning Tuesday, January 20 Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Academic Advising Hours Walk-in hours will be on Mondays from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. for quick advising questions. To schedule an appointment, refer to the academic advising page for available times. For more information, contact B. Bea Rajsombath at rajso002@umn.edu. Carlson Dining and Starbucks Hours Spring 2009 Hours (Beginning Tuesday, January 20) Bleeker Street: Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Grill & Zoca: Monday - Friday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Bistro Cafe (HHH): Monday - Friday: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Starbucks (2-201 HMH): Monday-Thursday: 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Saturday: 2:00 p.m. January Parking For information on parking, please visit this page. Resources & Tools Visit the Part-Time MBA Resources & Tools page for a complete listing. 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