A newsletter for CoB Undergraduate students, brought to you by the CoB Office of Professional Development and Engagement |
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CoB Etiquette Dinner | October 13th, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. | Hartman Hall Forum
Last chance to register! This event is free and open to all CoB students. Students must complete the Reservation Request Form and spots are on a first-come, first-serve basis. An email will be sent to you with your confirmation.
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Upcoming Employer Visits in October | Hartman Hall Atrium
Cherry Bekaert: Wednesday, October 13th | 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Techtronic Industries (TTI): Monday, October 25th | 1:30 - 5:00 p.m.
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PwC Case Competition Information Session | October 15th, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. | Hartman 2029
Teamwork, recognition, networking & rewards. Learn more about Challenge, and join us for our kick-off event! Freshmen and sophomores interested in CoB are strongly encouraged to participate in this business-oriented competition! Competition will take place on Friday, October 29th and the winning team is eligible for a $250 gift card per team member. Click here for more information.
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The 5th Annual Supply Chain Panel Discussion | October 14th, 7:30 - 8:45 p.m. | Hartman 2008
Interested in Supply Chain Management? Attend the Panel Discussion!
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2022 National Diversity Case Competition | Applications due October 17th
Join the JMU team and travel to the Indiana University Kelley School of Business January 14-15th, 2022 to participate in a case competition, workshops, and networking events. Apply here.
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Truist Leadership Institute Emerging Leaders Certification Applications due October 17th | Virtual WebEx
This program is for students on the fast track to success and leadership. Learn to lead others more effectively, gain deeper self-awareness, identify signature strengths and leadership communication preferences, and begin to develop your leadership purpose. The course will take place on October 27th from 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fill out this form to apply.
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Economic Seminar Series | October 19th, 4:00 p.m. | Showker 206
Hear from guest speaker Max Sawicky from the U.S. Government Accountability Office. He will be speaking on "The Recession, the Pandemic, and the States." Email Dave Jones for the Zoom link.
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Women Entrepreneurship Showcase | October 19th, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Hartman 2021
For the fourth year in a row, the Gilliam Center for Entrepreneurship will celebrate global Women in Entrepreneurship Week with a Showcase. The showcase will kick off with open exposition time, where guests can meet and learn about women-owned local businesses! Then there will be a short keynote from alumna Noelle Allen, owner of WineLaLa and Vino Bliss, plus plenty of time for networking! Come make great connections, learn about new businesses, and celebrate women entrepreneurship!
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Graduation Applications Available Now
Submit your applications for May or August 2022 graduation now! Applications opened October 1st. Click here for additional information!
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Entrepreneurship Minor | Applications accepted October 1st-18th
Your entrepreneurial spirit can drive innovation, and the Entrepreneurship Minor can help get you there by providing the business knowledge and skills necessary for successful new venture creation. Combine this minor with any major on campus except Management and take your passion to new levels of success. Click here for more information and to apply!
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Orientation Peer Advisor | Applications accepted through October 18th
Want to help incoming students? Apply to be an Orientation Peer Advisor! OPAs welcome first-year students and their guests to JMU and assist them in their transition to our community. Click here to learn more and apply!
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Fall 2021 Semester Withdrawal Deadline | October 27th
Never miss an academic deadline. Subscribe to the Office of the Registrar's Dates and Deadlines Calendar! Click here for instructions.
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The Fallon Challenge 2021 | Presentations due October 29th
Share your business idea with a panel of entrepreneurial business leaders in a Shark Tank-style competition on Tuesday, November 9th, 2021. The winner of the Fallon Challenge 2021 will receive the Rodney J. Fallon Scholarship, a $1000 award that is presented to a JMU student in good standing with a passion for life, entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity. Visit the website for more details!
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Summer 2022 Study Abroad | Applications Due November 1st
Spend the summer earning credits in Antwerp, Germany, the Czech Republic, Panama, and Columbia! Click here to learn more about these programs and apply.
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COB 300 Spring 2022 Application Deadline | November 1st
Late submissions are not accepted. Find the application, acceptance guidelines, and FAQs here.
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Sales Competition and Networking Dinner | November 4th, 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Hartman Hall
This event is open to all CoB students with scholarship awards for top finishers! Email Professor Tate or sign up in the Center for Professional Sales.
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Peer research advisers can help with your research! Did you know that peer research advisers from JMU Libraries can help you with research assignments even if you're not in COB 300? Make an appointment before spots fill up.
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On behalf of the CoB Diversity Council, take part in a focus group. We want to hear about your experiences of the cultural climate in the College of Business. Come share your voice, enjoy free food, receive a customized CoB token of appreciation and make meaningful change! Please fill out a brief survey to sign up.
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Did you know organizations who are looking to hire JMU students are offering interviews right here on campus? View and sign up for On-Campus Interviews via Handshake. Click on "Events" then "On-Campus Interviews"
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Zoom now includes personal pronouns: Did you know Zoom now offers a field where you can share your personal pronouns (e.g. they/them, he/him, she/her)? Using a person’s correct pronouns and proactively sharing yours are two ways to show respect and promote an inclusive environment. Learn more about personal pronouns and why they matter or follow these instructions from Zoom to add your pronouns into an empty text box and decide when to automatically share them in Zoom.
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Did you know the Advising and Support Center hosts a live chat option for students who have quick general questions? Live chats are operated by student and administrative staff in the ASC. Complex issues or questions that involve student data should be directed to a major advisor or Madison Advising Peer.
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With Hispanic Heritage Month coming to a close on October 15th, the College of Business Diversity Countil wants to remind you that you can support Hispanic business owners in Harrisonburg year-round! Check out this great list from Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance of Black and Brown Owned Businesses.
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Did you know you can find part-time and full-time jobs right here on campus? View and apply for a variety of available positions on JMU JobLink.
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Have an Upcoming Virtual Interview? Request to reserve the CoB Virtual Interview Room today! Available for CoB majors & minors, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Click here to make a reservation.
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Office of
Undergraduate Programs
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Molly Brown, Associate Dean
Erica Kann, Administrative Assistant
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Office of Professional Development and Engagement |
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Samantha Collier, Director
Anna Boley, Assistant Director
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Carolyn Smith, Career Advisor
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