BSB Weekly 08/17/09




	Week of August 17, 2009 Features \| Academics \| Career International Experience \| Clubs & Organizations \| Recruiter News FEATURES Mark Your Calendars! The Annual Undergraduate Kick-Off event will be back in the Fall! Join us on Tuesday, September 15 from 11:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Carlson School Atrium for a chance to learn more about all the Carlson School Student Organizations. This is a great way for new and current students to get more involved at Carlson and meet new people. Free lunch will also be provided to undergraduates from Outback. SHRM Resume Review Thursday, September 17, 10:00 - 2:00 - Carlson School Atrium Come have your resume reviewed by hiring professionals! Companies from around the Twins Cities will be represented and will offer insights to make your resume shine! Please be prepared with your UCard and multiple copies of your resume. Open to undergraduate students only. Contact Brianna Peikert at peike008@umn.edu with questions. The Ultimate Homecoming Friday, October 2 - Sunday, October 11 There are many ways to engage in the 2009 Ultimate Homecoming event this October. Check out this web site for a complete listing of events: www.homecoming.umn.edu/ and ways to participate. The Ultimate Homecoming Undergraduate Student Research Expo New Registration Deadline - Friday, September 18 To showcase your research, experience a university wide professional poster session, add depth to your resume, generate buzz and position yourself for a new job--and to just have fun, you are encouraged to participate in the Homecoming Research Expo event held in the new TCF Bank Stadium. This is an exciting opportunity! Registration for the expo can be found here. Undergraduate Student Research Expo will take place Wednesday, October 7, 2009 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. TCF Bank Stadium Email Michelle Linhoff at mlinhoff@umn.edu with questions or confirmation of entry. Carlson School Lockers are Available Stop by the Undergraduate Program Office, Hanson Hall 2-190--no earlier than the first day of school to rent a locker for the academic school year. Cost is $20 (cash or check) for the year; please have your student ID with you. Half and full size lockers are available on a first come first serve basis. Laptop Program Offering Lenovo T400 Open to purchase online until Friday, August 26 The Laptop Program is offering the Lenovo T400 Performance Model with a 4 Year Warranty (including accidental damage), on site support, built in wireless connectivity with wireless printing and pre-loaded with Microsoft Office 2007! Check out the Laptop Program website for details of this model and our program at www.csom.umn.edu/uglaptopprogram; or email us at uglaptop@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/. Office Hours The Undergraduate Program (UG) office and the Undergraduate Business Career Center (UBCC) are both open during our regular office hours 8:00 - 4:30 p.m. this summer. You can reach the UG office at 612-624-3313, and the UBCC at 612-624-0011. Carlson School Merchandise Carlson School merchandise can be purchased at costore.com/carlsonstore ACADEMICS Apply for Your Degree If you are completing your degree this Fall 2009, you must apply to graduate by Tuesday, September 22. The online undergraduate degree application is available on the OneStop web site under the Degree Planning link. Fall 2009 graduates will be invited to participate in the May 2010 Carlson School Commencement Ceremony. SquashScholars is an after-school academic enrichment program based in Minneapolis, that combines tutoring, mentoring, and the game of squash for middle and high school students. Our primary goal is to help students dramatically improve their academic performance and athletic skills leading to personal growth, high school graduation, and success in college or other endeavors. SquashScholars is a non-profit organization based on the U of M campus. SquashScholars is currently looking for a student CEO to help run and shape the organization. This is a volunteer position that represents a great learning opportunity, but also a significant time commitment. To learn more about SquashScholars go to www.SquashScholars.net. Students interested in the CEO position should contact John Stever at 612.242.3224 or john@squashscholars.net. Graduate and Professional School Day Wednesday, October 14, 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Great Hall, Coffman Union www.cclc.umn.edu/GSD More than 100 graduate and professional programs from throughout the Country will be represented at the University of Minnesota's Graduate and Professional School Day. This free, University-wide event provides students the opportunity to speak with representatives from law, business, education, health sciences and a variety of other graduate and professional programs. The event will also feature helpful workshops on "How to Apply" and "Funding Graduate and Professional School." This annual event is coordinated by the Career and Community Learning Center. For more information, go to www.cclc.umn.edu/GSD CAREER Mentorship Program Information Sessions The Mentorship Program is excited to get underway for the 2009-2010 school year! Contact Sarah Oehler at mentor@umn.edu with questions. To participate, you must attend ONE of the Information Sessions listed below: Thursday, September 10 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. 3:45 - 4:15 p.m. Friday, September 11 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. 2:30 - 3:00 p.m. Monday, September 14 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Or Wednesday, September 16 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. 2:45 - 3:15 p.m. 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. Career and Internship Prep Workshop Monday, September 21, 11:45 - 12:45 To help you prepare for the Career and Internship Fair, the UBCC offers this prep session to give advice for making the most of the Career & Internship Fair. Please register on The Edge at: carlsonschool.umn.edu/assets/131626.html Look for location information in the next edition. Career and Internship Fair Wednesday, September 23, 11:00 - 4:00 p.m. - McNamara Alumni Center Have your resumes ready and dress business professional. To view the companies attending and find out what majors they are seeking click here: www.csom.umn.edu/Page3590.aspx Chicago Consulting Trek Friday, September 25 This Consulting Trek is open to Seniors looking to network with consulting companies in the Chicago area. This is a great way to build your network and gain exposure to the world of consulting. Application deadline is September 11 and can be found along with more information on The Edge at: carlsonschool.umn.edu/assets/131626.html The Edge Has Opportunities! Remember to check The Edge on an ongoing basis for updates and additions! Great internship and full-time opportunities are being added every day. Log in! INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE Second Annual International Photo Contest—It’s Underway! Submit content to the International Program Office Deadline to Apply Wednesday, September 9 Submit photography from your global experience for the chance to win cool prizes and Carlson School fame! This year’s categories include: Cultural Interaction, Stunning Landscape/City-Scape, No Words Could Describe: A special category for photos that speak for themselves, abstract/artistically rendered photos are acceptable for entry. • Only one photo submission per category is allowed • All Carlson students, faculty or staff are eligible • When submitting, please include your name, contact information, university status (student, faculty or staff), location details of photo, category of photo you are entering and a caption (if necessary) • Please submit your photos to csomip@umn.edu subject line “Photo Contest Submission” or you can burn the digital photo to a CD and submit it in person at the International Program Office (2-210) Attn: Theresa Heath. • Each photo must be submitted with a signed photo release form found in the program office to be considered for the competition. This form can be submitted in person at CSOM 2-210 or over email (we will send one to you if you request it). • Please note, CDs will not be returned and printed photography will not be accepted. Voting will take place September 14 - 18 with details following, and winners announced on September 30. Please email csomip@umn.edu with any questions or concerns. Space Available Spring Semester 2010 Carlson Global Immersion Exchange Programs The following programs are still accepting applications for Spring 2010 Austria, Wirtschaftuniversitat Wien Belgium, Université Catholique de Louvain-la-Neuve Denmark, Copenhagen Business School France, Bordeaux Management School France, HEC School of Management France, L'Universite Jean Moulin Lyon 3 Germany, University of Cologne Hong Kong, H.K. University of Science & Technology Italy, CIMBA Business Studies in Italy Netherlands, Universiteit Maastricht Norway, Norwegian School of Management BI Singapore, Singapore Management University Taiwan, National Taiwan University For more information about each program, see Carlson International Programs. Apply via the on-line application; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. For additional information, contact Carlson International Programs at: csomip@umn.edu 612-625-9361. New January Study Abroad Program in India! January 17, 2010 - IDSC 3001 Information Systems - An International Perspective! Deadline to Apply September 1 Applications are currently being accepted for IDSC 3001: Delhi & Hyderabad, India. Visit our website to learn more about this exciting opportunity and contact International Program with questions. Space is still available so don't miss out. Fulfill a required class and travel abroad in January 2010! Walk in advising hours are Monday - Thursday from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. in Carlson School 2-210. Stop in to learn more! For more information visit www.csom.umn.edu/Page9544.aspx Accounting 3001 in Argentina! Deadline to Apply September 1 Experience the vibrant culture of Argentina next January as you learn about international managerial accounting practices. Complete Accounting 3001 and gain a global perspective while you beat the winter blues in "the Paris of the Americas" Buenos Aires! Click the link www.carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page8632.aspx to hear about a past participant's experience and learn more about this exciting opportunity. Visit the International Programs web page for a full description of events and opportunities at carlsonschool.umn.edu/internationalprograms. CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Compete in the Nationwide Fisher Biz Quiz Challenge Application Deadline Friday, September 18 - 4:30 p.m. Represent the Carlson School and compete among top business schools at The Ohio State University of the 4th annual Biz Quiz Challenge. This unique opportunity provides students with an eight week subscription to the Wall Street Journal that students are "quizzed" on at the competition. The competition is televised in Ohio and contestants are eligible to win numerous prizes and scholarships. Additional information can be found at http://fisher.osu.edu/undergraduate/events-and-competitions/biz-quiz/ Questions and applications should be directed to Brent Opall at opall001@umn.edu. A complete application includes a resume and paragraph describing your interest in the event. Ambassador Program Application Deadline September 21 - 4:30 p.m. The Undergraduate Program is currently seeking new transfer and freshmen students who wish to represent the school as an Undergraduate Ambassador. Join this competitive, leader-driven group of students for the 2009-2010 school year. Applications are available and should be submitted to the Undergraduate Program office Hanson Hall 2-190. Optional information sessions in Hanson Hall conference room 2-250 Wednesday, September 16, 12:00 -1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 17, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Friday, September 18, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. Senior Case Competition Attention Carlson School Seniors Registration Deadline Tuesday, September 22 - Hanson Hall 2-190 The Senior Case Competition is quickly approaching. This competition will give you and your team the chance to prove your business expertise by evaluating a business case and developing and presenting your own solution to a faculty judging panel. The Senior Case Competition will be held Friday, September 25, 2009. Selected finalists from Septembers competition will be sent to compete at additional prestigious competitions, one of which we expect to be international. Eligible students must be Carlson School seniors who have completed at least 90 credits, have a 3.0 GPA, and completed all or most of the core classes. Select finalists must hold a valid passport by September 25, 2009 to be eligible for the international competition. As a finalist, all registration, travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are paid on your behalf. To qualify be sure to register your team of four Carlson School Seniors by Tuesday, September 22 in the Undergraduate office (Hanson Hall 2-190). If you have any questions please feel free to contact Brent Opall at Opall001@umn.edu. Attention Student Org Leaders We are currently in the process of cleaning out and reorganizing the Student Org Office. If you have not yet met with Brianna Peikert from the Undergraduate Program office and would like to go through your org's things, please email Brianna at: bsborgs@umn.edu as soon as possible. Green Biz - New CSOM Student Organization Green Biz became an official Carlson School of Management student organization on Earth Day, April 22, 2009. The mission of this group is to reduce the Carlson School's environmental footprint and promote ecological sustainability in the global business community. Contact Brooke Myhre myhr0087@umn.edu with questions. Interested in Non-Profits, Government, and Social Responsibility? A new organization is coming to Carlson School that will focus on the non-profit, government, and social responsibility industry. The organization will be meeting later this year and will start regular meetings in Fall 2009. Speakers, grant-workshops, career expos, site visits, volunteering and more are what you can be apart of starting now. Please contact Amanda Donohue-Hansen at: donoh053@umn.edu for more information. Delta Epsilon Chi - New Marketing Organization Delta Epsilon Chi is the collegiate version of DECA, an association of marketing students. The organization enhances the co-curricular education of students with interest in marketing, management and entrepreneurship. Delta Epsilon Chi does this by providing opportunities with community service, company tours and speakers, and numerous leadership positions. Students also get the opportunity to compete in different case competitions on both the state and national level. For more information about this new organization contact Kia Adams at deca@umn.edu. The Annual Undergraduate Kick-Off event will be back in the Fall! Tuesday, September 15, 11:00 – 2:00 pm – Carlson School Atrium Join us for a chance to learn more about all the CSOM Student Organizations. This is a great way for new and current students to get more involved at Carlson and meet new people. Free lunch will also be provided to undergraduates from Outback. Student Lounge & Breakout Room Access Get a U card at the UCard Office in Coffman G22 Additional information or locations/hours can be found at umn.edu/ucard. If you have difficulties with your smart card access, go to UCard Access at carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page4533.aspx and complete the form. Visit carlsonschool.umn.edu/Page4808.aspx for a complete listing of Clubs and Organizations. RECRUITER NEWS NABA Central Region Student Conference Invitation Registration Open for October 1-3 Conference in Indianapolis! Email studentreg@nabacr.org The National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), Inc Central Region invites you to attend the 2009 Central Region Student Conference (CRSC) Deadlines September 4, 2009 - Deadline for Scholarship applications to be mailed September 10, 2009 - Deadline to book hotel rooms September 10, 2009 - Deadline to register online Submit Content to the BSB Weekly on or before each Tuesday 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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