November 28, 2017
NEWS + ANNOUNCEMENTS
THANK YOU AND WARM WISHES TO TOMOMI UETANI!
 
Friday, December 1 is Career Advisor Tomomi Uetani's last day at the Marxe School. During the past two years, Tomomi served students and alumni with great dedication, enthusiasm and warmth. We will miss her and wish her well as she moves on to a new leadership opportunity. Join us at the Networking Night tomorrow to say farewell.
FEATURED OPPORTUNITY
2018 STUDENT AFFAIRS CONFERENCE AT NYU | Friday, February 16, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Registration Scholarships Available (Must Apply by December 15)
 
Save the date for next year's Student Affairs Conference to participate in conversations regarding student engagement, multicultural competence, leadership development, and more. The conference is a collaborative effort between the Division of Student Affairs and the graduate student Association of Student Affairs Professionals (ASAP) within the Higher Education and Student Affairs program at NYU's Steinhardt School. Apply for a scholarship here . Register
CAREER + PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EVENTS  
This Week
*Tomorrow* ALUMNI AND STUDENT NETWORKING NIGHT | Wednesday, November 29, 6:00 - 8:00 pm | Woolworth Building Lobby, 233 Broadway

Meet and connect with Marxe affiliated professionals from a variety of fields and industries at our 3rd Annual Alumni and Student Networking Night, co-hosted by Steven Figueiredo, MPA '07 and Capalino+Company at the lobby of the historic Woolworth Building . There will be complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks served by the Wooly . Dean David Birdsell will kick off the event with opening remarks. Register via CareerConnect
MARXE ISSUES BREAKFAST: UNIVERSITY-CITY RELATIONS: HOW CAN THEY MUTUALLY BENEFIT FROM POOLED RESOURCES | Thursday, November 30, 8:00 - 10:00 am | Library Building, Room 750

In keeping with the findings and issues raised in Steven Diner’s book “Universities and their Cities: Urban Higher Education’s Role in Economic and Social Justice Relations,” the panel will discuss how a stronger university/city collaboration involving pooling vast resources can significantly benefit both citizens and government services. Register
END OF SEMESTER SOCIAL | Friday, December 1, 6:00 - 9:00 pm | Stone Creek Bar + Lounge, 140 E 27th Street

Take a break before finals to celebrate the semester with fellow graduate students at this almost-end-of-semester social hosted by Graduate Pride Society, MPA Club, and Higher Education Administration. Appetizers will be provided –– cash bar. Learn more and register
Next Month + Upcoming
CAREER CHAT WITH LAKIMJA MATTOCKS (MPA '14) | Thursday, December 7, 12:15 - 1:30 pm | 135 E 22nd Street, Room 308

Attend this exclusive opportunity to meet and chat with Lakimja Mattocks (MPA '14), Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships and Learning at the Support Center . A light lunch will be served. Space is limited to 10 students only! Register via CareerConnect
*New* NYC DEPARTMENT OF CITYWIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES (DCAS) INFORMATION SESSION | Tuesday, January 9, 5:30 - 6:30 pm | NVC Room 14-280

Are you seeking a job with good benefits, where you can make a difference while building a career? The City of New York has more than 80 agencies with 300,000 employees and opportunities from nearly every occupation. Attend this session to learn more about applying for NYC government jobs and becoming a civil servant, including as a Business Promotion Coordinator and Staff Analyst Trainee. Register via CareerConnect
NEW YORK STATE EXCELSIOR SERVICE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSION | Wednesday, January 10, 5:30 - 6:30 pm | 135 E 22nd Street, Room 301

Learn more about this exclusive, paid two-year fellowship offering talented recent graduates of graduate and advanced degree programs hands-on training and experience in New York State government. Fellows work full time at host executive-branch agencies, advancing the operational aspects of large policy initiatives. MPA graduates from September '17, February '18, and June '18 are especially encouraged to attend. Register via CareerConnect
QUICK TIP
Wondering how to make the most of our Networking Night tomorrow? Check out these tips on how to build new relationships like a pro.
For a one-on-one career consultation, make an appointment with a career advisor using Marxe CareerConnect . Additional resources are also available here .
HIGHLIGHTED JOBS
To explore additional opportunities, log on to  Marxe CareerConnect , an exclusive career management tool and online database of jobs, internships, and fellowships for Marxe graduates and alumni.