Graduate Community: 2011-2012 Event Listing by Date
| 2011: | August | September | October | November | December | ||
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August 2011
Community Values and Our Bentley Beliefs (HB)
August 29, 2011
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
375 LaCava Center
The Bentley Beliefs and Bentley Honor Code form the cornerstone of our community and guide ongoing actions and efforts. This interactive session will focus on the unique McCallum Graduate School community and what it means to be a part of an international business institution with a richly diverse membership.
Discovering Campus and the University Resource Fair
August 30, 2011
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
395 LaCava Center
This action oriented program will send students in search of Bentley’s hidden treasures and historic past. Students will learn about traditions, rites of passage, and places that make the McCallum Graduate School truly unique. In addition, time is devoted to visiting the campus resources fair to meet with cell phone providers, banks, and other local business representatives.
Immunization Clinic for Required Vaccines (Not Required Unless a Student is Missing Required Vaccines)
August 30, 2011
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Center for Health and Wellness in Rhodes Hall
There will be an immunization clinic on, Tuesday, August 30, 2011 for any new students arriving who need any required vaccines. This includes the meningitis vaccine. There will be a charge for the vaccines: cash, check or credit cards will be accepted. Please consult with your insurance provider to see if these costs can be reimbursed. The immunization clinic will be held at The Center for Health and Wellness, located in Rhodes Hall, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Required Vaccines: Hepatitis B Vaccine, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), Meningococcal Vaccine, Tetanus-Diphtheria (TdaP), Tuberculosis, Varicella (Chickenpox) For more information:
http://campus-life.bentley.edu/health-safety/center-health-wellness/immunizations-health-form.
Academic Center Training I
August 30, 2011
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location Provided at 9:00 AM Session
The Princeton Review named the McCallum Graduate School among the Best Business Schools in the nation for 2011. The student surveys ranked Bentley #1 in the country for "State-of-the-Art Campus Facilities" for the third consecutive year. Students will begin their initial training in the nationally ranked Baker Library or one of Bentley’s cutting edge academic centers.
McCallum Connect Kick-Off Lunch (Cancelled)
August 30, 2011 (Cancelled)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Cancelled)
395 LaCava Center (Cancelled)
Unfortunatley this event has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
The McCallum Connect student organization offers multiple workshops each semester utilizing the connections of students to bring in speakers from the workplace. Topics vary each time but interesting conversation and the opportunity to network are always present.
Academic Center Training II
August 30, 2011
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location Provided at 9:00 AM Session
Students will continue their training in the nationally ranked Baker Library or one of Bentley’s cutting edge academic centers.
Maximizing Your Bentley Academic Experience (HB)
August 30, 2011
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
325 LaCava Center
In this session, students will discover academic options available through dual degree programs, field based study (global business experiences/internships/independent study/directed study/tutorials), and multiple certificate programs. Students will also be exposed to academic performance expectations and policies governing academic programs in the McCallum Graduate School.
International Master of Science in Accountancy: Director Welcome
August 31, 2011
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Jennison 300
Welcome to our international MSA students! The MSA Program Director would like to invite you to a brief orientation meeting on Wednesday, August 31st, from 1:00 – 2:00. The meeting will be held in the ACELAB (Jennison 300), which is our Accounting Learning Center. We will discuss some of the curriculum and classroom strategies that are especially important for international students. And we will also be joined by Audra Boni, Associate Director of Graduate Career Services, who will help you with career planning, and approaches to your job search.
Reviewing Immigration Regulations & Services for International Students
(Required for International Students)
August 31, 2011
2:30 – 5:30 PM
395 LaCava Center
Staff from the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) will discuss immigration and employment regulations. A discussion about cultural adjustment in a new country will also be included. In addition, presentations will also be made by the Office of Counseling and Student Development, Health Services, and the Spiritual Life Center.
Managing Your Career: Part-Time Student Workshop (HB)
August 31, 2011
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
335 LaCava Center
In this session, part-time students will be exposed to the full range of career related resources and services designed to help them advance in the work place. Students will hear from a panel of current and former part-time students regarding advancement within organizations and movement towards new opportunities. Career Advisers will be present to provide an overview of industry trends and future projections for mid-level and management positions.
September 2011
Managing Your Career: Full-Time Student Workshop (HB)
September 1, 2011
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
395 LaCava Center
In this session, full-time students will be exposed to the breadth of career resources and services designed to help them become fully employed members of the work force upon graduation. Students will gain valuable insights from a panel of current and former full-time students. In addition, Career Advisers will be present to provide an overview of industry trends and future projections for entry and mid-level employment.
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The Wisdom Lunch
September 1, 2011
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Meet at 395 LaCava Center for Instructions
This interactive lunch will match new students with returning students to discuss the graduate experience. Returning students will share their challenges and successes as a way of helping new students prepare for the expectations of graduate study. Come and listen to the wisdom gathered by those who have come before you. Lunch will be provided.
Program Director Welcome
September 1, 2011
4:15 - 5:30 PM
395 LaCava Center
This is an opportunity to meet with the faculty leadership responsible for each master’s degree program. Program Directors will discuss classroom expectations for graduate study, the future direction of each program, and the perceived value of a Bentley master’s degree upon graduation.
Graduate Student Exposition and Cocktail Reception
September 1, 2011
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
3rd Floor of LaCava Center
Come to the Graduate Student Exposition and meet the student leaders of the graduate school and learn about the student organizations available. Find out what student life is like at McCallum. Representatives from a number of the campus offices providing services for graduate students will be available to share information about their departments. Enjoy cocktails and appetizers and begin building your Bentley network.
McCallum Graduate School President’s Welcome Dinner (HB)
September 1, 2011
7:00 – 8:30 PM
395 LaCava Center
After the Graduate Student Association Leadership and Service Expo, join other new classmates for dinner and a formal welcome from invited speakers and the Bentley University President. This evening is a celebration of the beginning of your journey here at Bentley and offers a brief introduction to campus culture and graduate expectations.
Graduate Student Association Shopping Seminar/Trip
September 2, 2011
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
325 LaCava Center for Schedule of Trip
Recognizing that many new students are unfamiliar with local shopping areas and are in need of supplies before the start of term, the Graduate Student Association has planned a trip to the Watertown/Arsenal Mall area. Students will be able to purchase needed supplies for home and school at shops like Target, Best Buy, Home Depot, Marshalls, Old Navy, and the Registry of Motor Vehicles. In addition, there are a number of restaurants for students to eat on their own or in groups. Prior to boarding the bus at approximately 10:00 am, current students will share their experiences about moving to the Boston/Waltham area and help you get acquainted with the area. Learn the best locations to shop, buy groceries and home essentials and have fun!
Note: Last bus leaves shopping area at 2:30 pm. Students must be at shuttle early to ensure trip back to Bentley.
Graduate Student Association Cookout for New Students
September 3, 2011
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
LaCava Tent
This is a great chance to meet other incoming graduate students and the Graduate Student Association leadership team. There will be food, music, and lively conversation. Please come and join us!
Managing Your Career: Master’s Candidate Student Workshop (HB)
September 6, 2011
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
305 LaCava Center
This session is dedicated to our Bentley Master’s Candidate students and will be focused on specific graduate career related resources and services to help students meet professional goals and make a successful entry into the workplace. Students will gain valuable insights from a panel of current and former Master’s Candidate students. Career Advisers will be present to provide an overview of industry trends and future projections for entry-level employment with a master’s degree.
Note: Master's Candidate Students are part of a specific group of Bentley Undergraduates that have matriculated to the Graduate School for the first time.
Starbucks Coffee and Tea Time for New Students
Hosted by Conversation Partners Program/Graduate Student Association
September 6, 2011
5:00 – 7:30 PM
LaCava Center Lower Cafe
Use one of your free coffee/tea vouchers at Starbucks in the Lower Café sponsored by multiple campus resources/groups. Tables will be staffed by sponsors each night to answer questions while you wait for a delicious brew of your favorite blend of coffee or tea.
Developing Academic Skills for ESOL Learners (HB)
(Required for International Students)
September 7, 2011
3:15 - 4:30 PM
395 LaCava Center
This workshop is designed for first semester International students. Professor Mary Wright, Coordinator of International Graduate Tutorials and Seminars will conduct an introductory academic orientation to assist international graduate students in learning how to be successful in an American graduate business school. Those attending will learn about the special tutorial sessions available that include assistance with: accent reduction, writing papers, class participation and presentations, pronunciation, speaking in a business environment, executive level business vocabulary, and general academic cultural adaptation issues.
Starbucks Coffee and Tea Time for New Students
Hosted by Graduate Career Services/Cronin Center for International Education
September 7, 2011
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
LaCava Center Lower Cafe
Use one of your free coffee/tea vouchers at Starbucks in the Lower Café sponsored by multiple campus resources/groups. Tables will be staffed by sponsors each night to answer questions while you wait for a delicious brew of your favorite blend of coffee or tea.
Options for Studying Abroad in Graduate School (HB)
September 8, 2011
1:00 – 2:00 PM
325 LaCava Center
New and exciting opportunities are available for students to study abroad while in graduate school. Staff from the Cronin Center for International Education will discuss both short-term (10 day) faculty led programs and summer study abroad options. Bentley offers programs that easily fit into most degree programs and in cities such as Budapest, Vienna, and Prague and countries including Bahrain, Bermuda, China, Dubai, France, Ireland, Japan, Senegal, and Spain.
Starbucks Coffee and Tea Time for New Students
Hosted by the Center for International Students & Scholars/Graduate Student and Academic Services
September 8, 2011
5:00 – 7:30 PM
LaCava Center Lower Cafe
Use one of your free coffee/tea vouchers at Starbucks in the Lower Café sponsored by multiple campus resources/groups. Tables will be staffed by sponsors each night to answer questions while you wait for a delicious brew of your favorite blend of coffee or tea.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 512) entitled "Effective Teams" (Taped)
September 9, 2011
9:00 - 11:20 AM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
Group assignments are common in graduate school and in the work setting. The Effective Teams seminar will help you learn how to make group experiences work for you; how to effectively manage participation from all members and how to better use time at meetings.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 515) entitled "Crucial Conversations for Managing Differences" (Taped)
September 9, 2011
12:00 - 2:20 PM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
This session examines a set of tools necessary for transforming your communication style. Learn how to be persuasive and powerful during difficult and important conversations in education, the work place, and in life.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 513) entitled "Case Analysis" (Taped)
September 9, 2011
2:30 - 4:50 PM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
The Case Analysis seminar will help you learn how to understand different approaches to using business cases and will heighten your awareness of various methods for generating and evaluating solution options.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 510) entitled "High Quality Research" (Taped)
September 10, 2011
9:00 - 11:20 AM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
Attend the High Quality Research seminar to learn how to successfully navigate and access Bentley’s abundant resources, conduct efficient literature searches, and use technology to improve your research skills.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 511) entitled "Persuasive Writing" (Taped)
September 10, 2011
12:00 - 2:20 PM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
Password for the channel: atc
The Persuasive Writing Seminar will help you learn how to write clearly and authoritatively. This seminar will also cover important issues related to academic integrity in the writing process.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 514) entitled "Engaging Presentations" (Taped)
September 10, 2011
2:30 - 4:50 PM
Adamian, Wilder Pavilion
Oral presentations are common in graduate school and the workplace. The Engaging Presentations seminar will help you learn techniques for delivering engaging presentations as well as gain an understanding of the varying expectations regarding oral presentations.
Chinatown Trip
September 11, 2011
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Depart LaCava Bus Stop
Sunday, September 11th two buses will depart from the LaCava Bus Stop at 2:00 p.m. sharp and will drop students off at Washington Street near Chinatown. Buses will then pick students up at the same place on Washington Street at 6:00 p.m. to return to Bentley’s campus. Students should plan to arrive early to ensure a ride back to campus.
Visit Boston's Chinatown, one of America's largest Chinese neighborhoods, located at the edge of the downtown shopping and financial districts. Here you will find traditional architecture, outdoor markets, and historic sites. There are numerous Chinese restaurants, bakeries, and teahouses along with some Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese restaurants as well. You will also find specialty shops selling everything from medicinal dried roots and herbs to fine jade jewelry. Food markets sell fresh fish, hard-to-find Asian vegetables and even live poultry. History, family, food, and tradition make for a rich mix in one of the city's oldest and yet ever-changing neighborhoods.
October 2011
GAA Internship (CPT & OPT) Seminar
October 3, 2011 TODAY
3:30 - 4:30PM
Smith 116
Are you interested in working as an intern in the Accounting field? Do you know the requirements to become eligible for CPT and when you should apply to school for approval? If you are an international student, are you thinking of applying for OPT after graduation? In this seminar, you will learn necessary and very important criteria to work as an intern! You will be fully prepared for the coming/ongoing internship search after this seminar!!
GITMA Meet and Greet!!
October 3, 2011 TODAY
6:45 - 8:45 PM
LaCava 375
Please stop by to network with IT students and IT enthusiasts from across the graduate school. There will be free food and giveaways! Feel free to drop by either before or between classes. This will also be a great opportunity to discuss planned and future GITMA events. Do you have any ideas about what GITMA should be doing for the graduate IT community? Stop by and we'll talk.
Cradles to Crayons – Volunteer Opportunity!!
October 8, 20111 - 3:00PM
Cradles to Crayons
155 North Beacon St.
Brighton, MA
The GSA is looking for 20-30 volunteers for 1-3pm, Oct. 8th, 2011 to help out at the Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory-Boston. The volunteers will be split into 4-5 teams that will be processing donations in the Giving Factory. This includes sorting toys, sizing and repackaging donated clothes for distribution to local disadvantaged children. It’s time to show your helping hands and connect with the community!
To sign up, please use the following link:
https://bentley.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_b8b87iHlaqdiCpK
For additional information about Cradles to Crayons, please visit:
http://boston.cradlestocrayons.org/
Boston Bruins vs. Colorado Avalanche
October 10, 2011
1:00PM
TD Garden
Tickets are now available on my Bentley at a Special Discounted price of $45 for a Bentley University Student and $60 for a Guest.
Join us for the first opportunity of the year to cheer for the B’s on home ice. Tickets for other sports teams are in the works, so stay tuned!
MBA Concentration Forum
October 11, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 PM
LaCava 325
MBA students are invited to drop by any time from 6:00 – 8:00 pm and meet with the MBA Concentration Advisers. Speak with as many advisors as you like and receive advice in an informal setting. This opportunity will allow you to become familiar with our portfolio of concentrations and identify the courses that will position you for career success. This session is a "must" for those who have not yet declared a concentration and want to shop for one or who have declared a concentration but want more information.
CFA Informational Meeting
October 12, 2011
3:00PM
TBA
Thinking of taking the CFA? Come to the GFA's informational meeting to hear important details of how and when to enroll, ways to prepare, and what to expect on test day. Professor David Simon, a former instructor for the CFA study program (derivatives and fixed income) and students currently enrolled in the CFA Level 2 and 3 exams will share their thoughts and experiences. Please e-mail the GFA (ga_gfa@bentley.edu<mailto:ga_gfa@bentley.edu>) with any questions. We hope to see you there!
Graduate School Summit at Homecoming
October 15, 2011
9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Various Locations on Campus
The Graduate School Summit at Homecoming Weekend is an annual opportunity for current graduate students to connect with returning alumni in both seminar and social networking settings.
2011 Graduate School Summit at Homecoming Schedule
Taped Events:
Developing a Global Business Mindset Now
Successfully Balancing Your Personal Life
on the Corporate Ladder
McCallum Connect
Thursday, October 20, 2011
12:00pm - 1:00pm
LaCava 335
Capacity is limited and may be reserved via mybentley events.
GSA New Hampshire Foliage Trip
Friday, October 21, 2011
7:30am
Price: $15/person
Come and join us in an adventure that combines the beauty of foliage and mysteries of nature with the excitement of exploring in one of the most famous New Hampshire state preservations. Enjoy the world-renown beauty of fall in New England. Take on the challenge of boulder caves and enjoy a stroll on the Ecology trail. Share this experience with your friends! Transportation and lunch including a sandwich, dessert, fruit and beverage will be provided.
Tickets are for sale on MyBentley! The price is $15 for Students and $20 for Guests.
2011 Starlight Walkathon
Friday, October 22, 2011
10:00AM
Blackstone Park, Boston, MA
About 2011 Starlight Walkathon: http://www.firstgiving.com/egcstarlight/walkathon2011
Want to show your care about the homeless and your talent in fundraising? Join us in the 3rd annual 5k walkathon on Oct 22nd, 2011. Volunteers with great interpersonal skills for fundraising or interest in walkathon sport are warmly welcomed to join the “Bentley University” team to help reach the $35,000 fundraising goal and show Bentley’s contribution to the society. Free T-shirts and pizza will be provided and the overall event will end with a BBQ lunch at the park in Boston’s most beautiful season.
GSA Halloween
Friday, October 28, 2011
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Jillian's
145 Ipswich St.
Boston, MA 02215
Come out to celebrate Halloween with our biggest Pub Night of the semester!
Stop by the Polo Room at Jillian’s between 8 and 11 PM to get your 2 free drink tickets and hang out with your Bentley friends. COSTUMES REQUIRED!
Free entry into the bar but you must provide a valid 21+ identification to enter the bar and a Bentley ID to receive your drink tickets.
Check it out on Facebook!
GSA Salem Trip
Saturday, October 29, 2011
10:00am leaves from LaCava bus stop
Salem is THE best place to spend Halloween!! Join us for a trip to the “Witch City.” There will be scary attractions like Frankenstein’s Laboratory, The Haunted Witch Village, Cemetery Tour and Within The Witching Hour Spell Casting. Get ready to be spooked!!! BOOOOOOooooooooooo!!!!
Tickets will be for $10 students and $12 for guests - and they are now available for purchase on MyBentley.
GFA Wall Street Training Modeling Seminar
Saturday, October 29th and Sunday, October 30th
9:00am - 5:00 pm
This 2-day seminar will provide students with instruction in advanced corporate finance modeling (Excel-based). Additional benefits include job search and interview tips and techniques. The seminar is intended to compliment the Corporate Finance class offered in the MSF/MBA curriculum by exploring a more in depth approach to modeling than can be covered during the class session.
Please check out the website for more details: http://www.wallst-training.com/uni/bentley/
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!!
Registration webpage: http://www.wallst-training.com/uni/bentley/
Discount code (only for Grad Students): bentleygrad
Price Quotation from WST: $149.00
Student Price after Discount Code: $99.00
** The Bentley Student Discount will be reflected at the end of the transaction.
Food: GFA will host a dinner party on October 30th night; students can network with Private Equity Elite from NYC
GMO Digital Marketing Plan Competition and Proxy Trunk Show
Monday, October 31, 2011
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Lacava 375
Do you consider yourself to be a promising marketer and don’t have enough outlets to showcase your creative ideas?
Do you still have nothing prepared for Halloween make up or Thanksgiving gifts?
How about testing your ideas against your peers by partaking in a market research contest. Learn more about digital advertising and get to interact with the CEO of Proxy Apparel
There is a $100 VISA GIFT CARD PRIZE. Also a talk will be given by the CEO of Proxy apparel about successful startups along with a LIVE Trunk show.
Sign up for digital marketing plan competition and more info about the event, please go to http://bentleygsa.org/gmo.
For more GMO event info, please reply to ga_gmo@bentley.edu for emailing list sign up.
November 2011
GFA Speaker Series
How Macroeconomic Factors Are Shaping Graduate Student's Careers,
Investments & Borrowing Outcomes
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
3pm - 5pm
LaCava 305B
Dan Thibeault, President & CEO of “GL Advisor” will host both a discussion and Q&A on a topic: “How Macroeconomic Factors Are Shaping Graduate Student’s Careers, Investments & Borrowing Outcomes.”
The past generation’s Great Moderation resulted in financial market expansion and widespread prosperity for US graduate students. Graduate students and MBAs today are faced with the consequences of the Great Contraction and completely different reality. Contrary to the doom and gloom commentary endemic in today’s media, this talk will focus on the opportunities borne out of the post-crisis climate.
GL advises thousands of clients on financial allocation management recently landing it on Inc. Magazine’s list for “Fastest Growing Private Companies.” GL has been interviewed by CNN and his commentary written up by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, US News and the New York Times.
Shop for Success
Friday, November 4, 2011
10am - 5pm (Bus will leave from LaCava Shuttle Stop at 10am sharp)
Natick Mall
1245 Worcester St.Natick, MA
Do you need to buy a suit for interviews, job fairs and client meetings? Do you need a dress for the GSA GALA? Build up your professional wardrobe? Stock up on your winter gear? Graduate Women’s Leadership Organization (GWLO) is here to help you “Shop for Success”!
We will rent a bus to take us to the Natick Mall (www.natickmall.com/) in Massachusetts. Natick Mall is the largest mall in New England with 200 of the finest retail stores.
The event is open to entire Bentley graduate student community. Attendees need to pay $5 per person to help offset the cost of the charter bus.
TICKETS ARE NOW AVIAILABLE THROUGH MYBENTLEY! Based on past experience, tickets will run out soon, so please be quick to secure a seat!
Email mao_cuip@bentley.edu with any questions!
Diwali Festival
Saturday, November 5, 2011
6:30pm
Koumantzelis Auditiorium
The event will help bring awareness of the South Asian culture to the Bentley community as well as give all students the opportunity to participate in something different on campus.
Culturefest 2011
November 7-15, 2011
Varying Times
Various Locations on Campus
Details Available: Center for International Student and Scholars
The Art of Self-Presentation in Business
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
2:00pm to 4:00pm
Student Center 125BC
Realize and utilize the power of body language in the American business environment; Develp a strong presence for networking, presentation, interviewing and working; Learn from Professor Ellen Lokos through practice within in an interactive and engaging workshop.
GSA Gala
Friday, November 11, 2011
7:00pm - Cocktail Reception
8:30pm - Dinner and dancing
Boston Park Plaza Hotel
50 Park Plaza at Arlington St. Boston
Free transportation available to hotel and back to campus
GMO Host: Marketing in the age of uncertainty !!
Monday, November 14, 2011
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
LaCava 375
What's next in marketing?
How is our current economics situation affecting marketing? As a future leader, you have to work smart with the market trends! This unique opportuity to hear his expertise from different maketing fields about their views on the fate of marketing in a down economy.
Graduate students in any program are welcome. For more information about the speakers and the event, please visit
Ascend Bentley University Chapter Host:
Panel Discussion “Earn your edge in a down economy”
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
LaCava 305
obstacles to stand out among peers. Come and join us to network with these students and learn about "their secrets of getting hired?”
Guest speakers:
Kathleen Zhang, Principal at Kathleen F. Zhang, CPA., MST
Jennifer Cao, PwC Advisory, MSF 2012
Kevin Chen, PwC Assurance, MSA 2012
G.T.F.P.A. Graduate Real Estate Association Host:
Home Buying Seminar !!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
LaCava 340
Alice Cheng, PwC Assurance, MSA 2012
Come learn from a panel of professionals and professors on buying your first home, investing in real estate, and planning for your financial future. Topics will include: tips for searching for your future home, obtaining financing, using a Realtor, tax implications, budgeting, financial planning, and purchasing property as a non-US citizen.
Panelists Include a Realtor, a Mortgage Lender, a Financial Planner, as well as Bentley Graduate Professors within Real Estate & Law.
Contact for Questions: Chris LaFrance (lafranc_chri@bentley.edu), or Heather Fincher (heather.k.p.fincher@gmail.com).
G.T.F.P.A. Host: Create a Memorable Relationship
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
LaCava Faculty Dining Room
Learn from Professor Joe Newpol's experienceand expertise about how to create a solid relationship and possible futere recommender!
GAA Host: Peachtree Workshop
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
ACELAB, Instructor: Professor Reed
Peachtree is a powerful accounting software program for small- and medium-sized businesses. It is a comprehensive solution based on real, double-entry accounting principles with screen-level security, audit trails, and automatic accounting checks, ensuring the accuracy and control.
Come to the workshop and see how easy is to use and understand Peachtree, learn how accurate and reliable, insightful and empowering, productive and connective this product is. The knowledge and experience in accounting software are very important in current job markets. It is definitely a valuable skill you can put on your resume!!! The seats are limited. The ACELAB accommodates 35 students.
GFA Host: Speaker Series!!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Smith 226, Trading Room
“The Next Big Market Jolt: How the Nov. 23rd Congressional budget deficit vote will affect the markets”
On November 23rd, the Congressional joint select committee charged with constructing a viable budget proposal is scheduled to deliver recommendations for a 10-year, $3 trillion deficit reduction package. If they fail to come to terms, $1.2 trillion of automatic cuts will go into effect. Please join Thomson Reuters Senior Market Analyst Ed Rombach and the GFA for a discussion of the possible vote outcomes and corresponding market reactions.
Ascend Bentley University Chapter Host:
Explore Your Future – Company Tour with State Street !!
Friday, November 18, 2011
9:00 AM to 1:30 PM (Bus leaving from LaCava shuttle stop at 9:00 AM sharp)
State Street Corporation, 1 Lincoln St., Boston, MA 02111
Are you interested in career opportunities at State Street?
Do you know State Street hires international students?
Join us to visit the company, meet State Street Bentley alumni, and hear internal messages from recruiters and professionals.
Please RSVP to ga_ascend@bentley.edu . Seats will be offered to the first 30 RSVP students. Feel free to email us should
you have any concern or question.
Bentley Brand Positioning Research Results Presentation
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Lindsay 28
Bentley just completed a major brand positioning research survey across 11 audiences. The survey gauged awareness, perception, peer rank, and Bentley attributes. Elizabeth Scarborough, the CEO of Simpson Scarborough, the higher education market research firm that conducted the survey, will be on campus next Thursday. We would like to invite you to attend a session where we share the results of the survey and get your feedback.
December 2012
GWLO Host: Entrepreneur Panel and Trunk Show !!
Friday, December 2, 2011
6:00PM to 9:00PM
LaCava 325
Women who are current graduate students and alumni of Bentley that have started their own business will come share their experiences and lessons they have learned. Join us if you are thinking of starting your own business someday, working for a start-up, or have any interest in the industry the speakers are working in. Afterwards a trunkshow will be held with a sampling of items from their business. Light refreshments will be served.
Case Competition
Saturday, December 3, 2011
10:00AM to 3:00PM
Lacava 325
Register on the MyBentley link. Participate with a group to analyze a business case and prepare a presentation to the judges. You don’t need to have a group to register. We will assign groups the same day. Lunch will be provided. This is a wonderful item to put on your resume. There will be GREAT PRIZES!!!!! The group winner will get $500.
GTFPA Host: Mastering Your Money Mindset!!
Monday, December 5, 2011
2:00PM to 3:00PM
Student Center 125 C Back Bay
Description: The realm of financial psychology is vastly unexplored in the world of academia. By giving our members the opportunity to participate in a money personality workshop, we’re helping them learn about themselves as future financial investors and advisors. Completing this workbook, developed by Bentley University Professor Kathleen Burns Kingsbury, will showcase each student’s strengths and weaknesses as well as ways to improve upon their skills in order to help better serve their clients. This workshop will give us all the opportunity to learn about and explore our current money personalities, which are greatly impacted by our money history. Professor Kingsbury will lead us of through a number of exercises that will teach us to let go of certain money messages that sabotage our financial and emotional well-being, which will help us to discover the secret to creating a richer life for ourselves. Other topics to be discussed include but are not limited to:
- simple and effective coaching activities to explore your money psyche
- tips to inspire and motivate you to take action toward your goals
- real-life stories about how other people have mastered their money mindsets and reached their financial goals and dreams
Who should come: Members looking to analyze and evaluate their money personalities in order to expand their professional skills.
Event Agenda: Tentative Schedule of Event 2:00pm-3:30pm
2:00-2:30: Introduction to Kathleen Burns Kingsbury and financial psychology, the concept of one’s money history and their money personality, as well as Professor Kingsbury’s personally created workbook titled ‘Creating Wealth from the Inside Out’.
2:30-3:00: Students will complete exercises in the workbook.
3:00-3:30: Results will be discussed, leaving time at the end for an adequate question and answer period.
CCS and Bentley Consulting Club Host:
Ace the Case Interview
with Case Interview Guru Marc Cosentino
Monday, December 5, 2011
2:10PM - 3:25PM
Wilder Pavilion
Many companies, whether consulting, banking or marketing require a Case Interview in their selection process. Are you ready to Ace the Case? Attend this session to learn an interview framework that helps you organize your thoughts and analyze the case in a logical manner. Don't miss THE chance to learn from the best. RSVP bentley.edu/bentley link-career.
GTFPA Host:
December General Meeting
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
7:30PM - 9:00PM
LaCava 325A Conference Room
7:30pm - 7:45pm, Home-made dinner
7:45pm - 8:00pm, GTFPA Semester Review
8:00pm - 8:45pm, Presentation by Mr. Baldwin (Pillar Financial Advisors)
8:45pm - 9:00pm, Questions and Wrap Up
Mr. William Baldwin has over 25 years' experience in wealth management at Pillar Financial Advisors. You will learn from him:
1. Why did you choose a career in Financial Planning?
2. How did your career start and then develop?
3. What have been a couple of your greatest challenges throughout your career, and how have you overcome them? Tell us a “war” story – who was your most memorable client and why?
4. Words of wisdom: You are obviously successful. What would you say are the three keys to your success?
And bring your own questions!
January 2012
Spring 2012 International Student Orientation
Friday, January 20, 2012
12:45 PM - 4:30 PM
325 LaCava Center
Reviewing Immigration Regulations & Services for International Students
(Required for International Students)
Friday, January 20, 2012
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
325 LaCava Center
Staff from the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) will discuss immigration and employment regulations. A discussion about cultural adjustment in a new country will also be included. In addition, presentations will also be made by the Office of Counseling and Student Development, Health Services, and the Spiritual Life Center.
Developing Academic Skills for ESOL Learners (HB)
(Required for International Students)
Friday, January 20, 2012
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
325 LaCava Center
This workshop is designed for first semester International students. Professor Mary Wright, Coordinator of International Graduate Tutorials and Seminars will conduct an introductory academic orientation to assist international graduate students in learning how to be successful in an American graduate business school. Those attending will learn about the special tutorial sessions available that include assistance with: accent reduction, writing papers, class participation and presentations, pronunciation, speaking in a business environment, executive level business vocabulary, and general academic cultural adaptation issues.
Spring 2012 New Student Orientation
Saturday, January 21, 2012
9:45 AM - 4:00 PM
325 LaCava Center
Meet Your Adviser
Saturday, January 21, 2012
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
325 LaCava Center
This is an opportunity to meet with your adviser and discuss any questions that you may have about your program or Bentley. You also will be able to meet your fellow new students.
Managing Your Career
Saturday, January 21, 2012
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
325 LaCava Center
Meet the Graduate Career Services Team and your individual advisor. Learn about the breadth of career resources and services designed to help you achieve your next career step and get an update on market and industry trends. Discuss with the Graduate Career Services Team how to maximize your advanced degree and your time at McCallum Graduate School of Business in connection with your individual career goals.
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The Wisdom Lunch
Saturday, January 21, 2012
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LaCava Lower Cafe, Voucher Required
This interactive lunch will match new students with returning students to discuss the graduate experience. Returning students will share their challenges and successes as a way of helping new students prepare for the expectations of graduate study. Come and listen to the wisdom gathered by those who have come before you. Lunch will be provided.
Campus Tour
Saturday, January 21, 2012
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Leaving from Library Lobby
Maximizing Your Bentley Academic Experience (HB)
Saturday, January 21, 2012
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
325 LaCava Center
In this session, students will discover academic options available through dual degree programs, field based study (global business experiences/internships/independent study/directed study/tutorials), and multiple certificate programs. Students will also be exposed to academic performance expectations and policies governing academic programs in the
McCallum Graduate School.
Community Values and Our Bentley Beliefs (HB)
Saturday, January 21, 2012
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
325 LaCava Center
The Bentley Beliefs and Bentley Honor Code form the cornerstone of our community and guide ongoing actions and efforts. This interactive session will focus on the unique McCallum Graduate School community and what it means to be a part of an international business institution with a richly diverse membership.
February 2012
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 512, CRN 11018) entitled "Effective Teams" (Taped and Streamed)
Friday, February 3, 2012
9 am - 11:20 am
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
Group assignments are common in graduate school and in the work setting. The Effective Teams seminar will help you learn how to make group experiences work for you; how to effectively manage participation from all members and how to better use time at meetings.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 515, CRN 11021) entitled "Crucial Conversations for Talking When the Stakes are High" (Taped and Streamed)
Friday, February 3, 2012
12:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
This session examines a set of tools necessary for transforming your communication style. Learn how to be persuasive and powerful during difficult and important conversations in education, the work place, and in life.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 513, CRN 11019) entitled "How to Analyze a Case" (Taped and Streamed)
Friday, February 3, 2012
2:30 PM - 4:50 PM
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
The Case Analysis seminar will help you learn how to understand different approaches to using business cases and will heighten your awareness of various methods for generating and evaluating solution options.
Note: It is imperative that you read the case Whistler Corp (A) in advance as the case will be analyzed during the skills session workshop and there will not be time to read the case during the workshop; therefore, you must come prepared. Check the SFS513 BlackBoard site for instructions on how to download a case.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 510, CRN 11016) entitled "High Quality Research" (Taped and Streamed)
Saturday, February 4, 2012
9:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
Attend the High Quality Research seminar to learn how to successfully navigate and access Bentley’s abundant resources, conduct efficient literature searches, and use technology to improve your research skills.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 511, CRN 11017) entitled "Well Written Assignments" (Taped and Streamed)
Saturday, February 4, 2012
12:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
The Persuasive Writing Seminar will help you learn how to write clearly and authoritatively. This seminar will also cover important issues related to academic integrity in the writing process.
Success Factors Seminar (SFS 514, CRN 11020) entitled "Engaging Presentations" (Taped and Streamed)
Saturday, February 4, 2012
2:30 - 4:50 PM
Lindsay 26A
http://atc.bentley.edu/bentleygraduateschool.asp
Oral presentations are common in graduate school and the workplace. The Engaging Presentations seminar will help you learn techniques for delivering engaging presentations as well as gain an understanding of the varying expectations regarding oral presentations.
Career Workshop
Building Enhancing Your Online presence
(Part-time Students Only)
Saturday, February 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Smith 301
Career Services Workshop
The Write Stuff
Wednesday, February 15
3:30 pm - 5:00pm
LaCava 240
Lab: Feb 17, 1pm-3pm
Career Services Workshop
Are You on Linkedin
Wednesday, February 22
3:30 pm - 5:00pm
LaCava 160
Lab: Feb. 24, 1pm-3pm
GSA Open Board Meeting & Information Session
Friday, February 24
11:00am - 1:00pm
Adamian Academic Center, Dandes Room, G340
Are you interested in running for President of GSA or getting involved in organizing GSA activities? Here is a chance to get to know more about serving as executives in GSA and share your ideas with the current GSA executive board. You can join the board as they go through their Feb 24th weekly meeting and provide your feedback and suggestions. After the meeting you can seek out individual board members for any specific questions that you may have. This is a great opportunity for those interested in joining the GSA board for the coming academic year. Light refreshments will be served. PLEASE NOTE- GSA Elections for 2012-13 will take place during MARCH!
GSA Pub Night
Friday, February 24
8:00pm - 1:00AM
TBC (follow Facebook)
GWLO 21st Annual Dynamic Women in Business
Conference at Harvard Business School
Saturday, February 25
8:00am - 5:00pm
Harvard Business School
The GWLO is very glad to invite you to attend this great event "Dynamic Women in Business" held by the Women’s Student Association (WSA) at Harvard University. We offer this great opportunity to Bentley Students and GWLO Tickets will be available on MyBentley for $10.
This year's keynote speakers will be Mary Wittenberg, President and CEO of New York Road Runners, Margo Georgiadis, President of Google, Americas Ann Mukherjee, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer of Frito-Lay North America.
For more information about the speakers and the event, please visit http://www.facebook.com/events/168626319913322/
GSA Trip to Foxwoods
Saturday, February 25
5:00pm-2:00am
Foxwoods Casino
350 Trolley LineBoulevard Mashantucket, CT
We will leave Bentley at 5 PM on Saturday February 25th and head to Mashantucket, CT for an evening of gaming, clubbing, partying and fun. You will enjoy a free buffet, go shopping, visit the Spa, have a drink, dance the night away and so much more.
You may want to play the slot machine and win something amazing or you may just want to go for an evening of fun with your friends. Whatever you're looking for, this trip is for you!
We will leave Foxwoods at 2 AM on Sunday, February 26th so make sure you're at the meeting point on time to come back to Bentley! myBentley registration is required to come on this trip and the available spots will go FAST. Don't miss out on one of the greatest GSA trips of the year!!
Career Services Workshop
Can I Buy You a Cup of Coffee
Wednesday, February 29
3:30pm-5:00pm
LaCava 160
Lab: March 2, 10am-12:00pm
Ascend Bentley University Chapter
Wednesday, February 29
6:30pm-8:30pm
LaCava 325AB
Come to talk with professionals on a one-to-one basis to conduct speed networking and get valuable feedback and advice. Professionals are from the area of Finance, Accounting, Marketing and Human Resource with rich networking experience and passion to help students!
Each student is given 10 minutes per round and then switch to another professional’s table for the second round. At least two rounds are guaranteed for each participant! Students could also ask for a quick resume critique during the conversation. The event helps students understand how to network more efficiently and effectively.
Also come to learn how to become an Ascend member and the benefit of Ascend members!
Food and drink will be served!
Career Services Workshop
We'll Let You Know
Wednesday, March 7
3:30pm - 5:00pm
LaCava 155
Lab: March 9, 10:00am-12:00pm
March 2012
Career Workshop
Polishing Your Resume & Cover Letter
Saturday, March 3,
10 am to 12:00 pm
GMO Host: Appsolute Productivity: Top 10 Apps for
Business Professionals
Thursday, March 29,
5 pm to 6 pm
CMT
Please join GMO (Graduate Marketing Organization) for a fun workshop to learn about the Top 10 smartphone apps to improve your productivity. iPhone users and Android users are all welcome!
Appsolute Note! Appsolute Music! Appsolute News! Appsolute Finance! Appsolute Connect!
Increase your APPetite for fun with free food and beverages!!
CSSA host: China Family Connection!!
Sunday, April 1,
9 am onwards
LaCava 395 EDR
Witnessing the growing number of families with adopted Chinese kids, we admire the miracle and difference these parents make in the children’s lives. Meanwhile, we find these families are experiencing problems and confusion concerning education, communication and cultural transition. To give back and to help, the Bentley CSSA (Chinese Student and Scholar Association) is holding this great event, China Family Connection. With the joint efforts of the Chinese students and volunteers at and beyond the Bentley campus, we hope and believe this event will foster and enhance the connections between:
Children and Their Culture of Origin
Children and Their Parents
Families with the Similar Backgrounds
GMA host: Salary Negotiation
Tuesday, April 3,
7:30 pm to 9:00 pm
LaCava 325AB
Join our Salary Negotiation Workshop and free dinner
to learn about the most effective strategies to negotiate
your salary when you find a job.
The workshop will consist of a guest speaker
presentation and a practice session.
April 2012
CISS host: What Women Want
Tuesday, April 10th
6:30 pm to 8 pm
LaCava 395 EDR
Come explore, learn and discuss...
How can we achieve equality in a business environment?
How do men play a role in women's gender
roles & equality? Understand differing gender
roles abroad versus those in the U.S.
Fraud Risk at Work
Thursday, April 26th
12 to 1:30pm
LaCava 375
GFA host: Financial Aspects of Managing
Intellectual Capital and Investments
Thursday, April 26th
3 to 5pm
Trading Room
Dr. M. I. Hussain, formerly the Vice President at IBM in charge
of IBM technology, intellectual property and licensing,
IBM research, and Global Business Development,
currently the founding CEO of Green Technologies Ltd.,
and a managing partner of International Intellectual Property Consulting
Services will share his successful experience as an executive and as an
entrepreneur. Dr. M.I. Hussain will share his ideas on global business,
financial innovation, leadership and personal integrity.
Please join us to ask questions and make new connections.
GSA Premiu Club Night @ BIJOU
Thursday, April 26th
9pm to 1am
Bijou51
Stuart St.Boston 02116
GSA is having a Club Night @ Bijou! Please come and join this Premium Night
with your friends! Let the music kicking and enjoy dancing!
This is gonna be one of the nights we won`t forget.
Watch out for the appetizers in the beginning of the
night and Bentley Grad students will have two drink tickets as usual. ($8 value tickets)
Bentley Ascend Chapter
Saturday, April 28th
9am to 1pm
MIT Building E51 (Tang Center) Classroom
Description:
Online Registration at acteva
As a one-time promotion, any student who attends the SoLoMo conference via online registration will receive a free 2012 NECINA membership. To leverage this promotion, register for the SoLoMo event online at acteva (choose the "new student member" option), and bring your student ID to the MIT event venue on April 28.
Overview
SoLoMo is a fast growing start-up space with products that combine social, location and mobile functionality. Thanks to the prevalence of smart phones and tablets, SoLoMo products can be found everywhere on the mobile internet. e.g. Many social apps are incorporating location functionality in order to deliver better experiences to their mobile users. SoLoMo is clearly becoming an important trend of the mobile Internet, and is starting to make a fundamental impact on people’s digital lives.
In this NECINA's tech conference, we will discuss some interesting SoLoMo use cases from start-ups and established enterprises, the cutting-edge technology underneath this movement, and the landscape of innovation in the decade to come.
Agenda
9:00 - 9:10 Opening remark
9:10 - 9:35 Talk #1: “How to make money in SoLoMo?” by Farah Giga, Principal at Valhalla Partners
9:35 - 10:00 Talk #2: “The Lo in SoLoMo” by Dan Xiao, VP Digital Product Platforms at Yell Global
10:00 - 10:25 Talk #3 “Viral Spaces – New Perspectives on SoLoMo from Research at MIT” by Dawei Shen, Researcher at MIT Media Lab, Viral Spaces group
10:25 - 10:50 Talk: #4 “Predictive Market Analytics over Social Networks” by Dejan Duzevik, CTO at Concentric
10:50 - 11:15 Break and networking
11:15 - 11:55 Panel discussion
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch and networking
For more info, please go to:
May 2012
GSA Harbor Cruise Celebration
Saturday, May 12th
7:30pm to 11:30pm
Odyssey Cruises
Rowes Wharf
Boston, MA
The weather is getting nice and the end of the semester is coming. GSA would like to celebrate this time of the year as well as the graduating classes with Boston Harbor Cruise. During this celebration, we will have coctail hour, main course menu and music, not to forget the two drink tickets we provide. We are boarding at 7:30 and we will dock & disembark at 11pm.
Come and join us for the biggest event of this semester! The tickets will be on my.bentley.edu by April 16th. (There are vegetarian and meat lover selections)
GSA will provide transportation to the Oddysey Cruises for the ones who is worried about reaching there. It will leave from campus at 6:15pm and will leave from the dock at 11:45pm.
Let us know if there are any songs that you would like to request. (Email to ata_sezi@bentley.edu<mailto:ata_sezi@bentley.edu> or reach us from our facebook page)
GSA Commencement Cook-out
& Reception
Friday, May 18th
5 to 8pm
LaCava Tent
I am sure most of us are surprised how time passed and we are so close to the graduation. The GSA likes to celebrate this time with the graduating students, friends and family where everything started in front of La Cava under the tent!
There will be some BBQ, drinks and music! We will make it a day to remember :) Looking forward to seeing you all!
REMINDER: Sky Diving (Sunday May 6th for current ticket holders from fall’11 weather postponed event)
Have a question about something in the Weekly email?
All questions about content in the weekly email are to be sent to ga_gsainfo@bentley.edu NOT to Colleen Murphy. Also – drop by the GSA office during office hours to meet the a GSA officer and get your questions answered. The schedule for fall office hours is on the website – www.bentleygsa.org.
June 2012
Strategic Selection for Emotional Intelligence
Jen Shirkani, Facilitator
Friday, June 22, 2012
9am - 12 noon
The Conference Center
$129 per person
This half-day workshop will explore the landscape
of today’s labor market and provide proven techniques
for recruiters and hiring managers to successfully navigate
the interviewing and selection process.
July 2012
Coming Soon.