Business Buzz

Grab a Celsius or Starbucks Double Shot when you record a short video sharing what you love about your major.

Wednesday, April 16 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | BEC Dining Room

Join Restaurateurs for a Licensing and Franchising Panel

Join accomplished restaurateurs Tommy Cvitanovich (Drago's Seafood Restaurant) and Brandon Landry (Walk-on's Sports Bistreaux, Smalls Sliders, and Supper Club) for a wide-ranging conversation, including a focus on licensing and franchising in restaurants and beyond. This opportunity is open to all students, faculty, and staff. Come with questions, leave with inspiration.

Tomorrow, April 15 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. | Ideation Lab (3003)

Presented by the Restaurant Management Program.

Undergraduate Virtual Drop-Ins

Virtual drop-in appointments with undergraduate academic counselors will be available from 8:15 to 11:15 a.m. and 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. today through Thursday, April 17. To access a virtual drop-in appointment, please download the most current version of the Navigate app from the App Store or Google Play and follow these steps:

1.   Select the “Appointments” widget.

2.   Select “Academic Advising” for the care unit.

3.   Select “E. J. Ourso College of Business” for the location.

4.   Select “Virtual Drop-In” for “reason for visit.”

LSU Innovation Day

Researchers and students are invited to join the Office of Innovation and Ecosystem Development to learn more about how they can transform their innovation to impact. 

Have your questions answered! 

How do I protect my idea?

How do I create a business model? 

How do I fund a new business?

How do I grow my business?

What space is available at Innovation Park?

Tomorrow, April 15 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | BEC Rotunda

J Terrell Brown Venture Challenge This Wednesday

Cheer on your classmates as they compete for a share of $35,000 in the J Terrell Brown Venture Challenge.

Finalists

JD's Auto Detailing

Justin Daigle, BS Entreprenuership

Prismera

Riley Hudson, BS International Trade & Finance and Nicolas Osborn, BS International Trade & Finance

We the Salsa

Roberto Cedillos, PhD Nutrition and Food Science with a concentration in food science and technology

Wednesday, April 16 | Business Education Complex

5:30 p.m. Networking reception

6 p.m. Pitches begin

Registration closes today.

Register Today! Red Helicopter Leadership Series

Join the Ourso College and b1BANK for a conversation on leadership, resilience, and purpose-driven success with James Rhee, celebrated entrepreneur, educator, and national bestselling author of red helicopter - a parable for our times, an inspirational true story of finding success through kindness (plus a little math).

Rhee will present a keynote, followed by a fireside chat and audience Q&A moderated by b1BANK CEO Jude Melville. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear James Rhee’s inspiring insights on leadership, transformation, and human potential.

Tuesday, April 22 | 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | BEC Rotunda

RSVP

All student attendees will receive a copy of Red Helicopter courtesy of b1BANK.

Limited Opportunity! Free Graduation Photos

We are excited to offer free professional graduation photos to May graduates on Monday, April 28. This is a limited opportunity. To smoothly accommodate as many graduates as possible, you must register in advance for a time block.

Monday, April 28 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Registration required.

Lagniappe Internship Fund Offers Financial Support

If you need help with expenses related to your summer internship, consider applying for assistance through the Lagniappe Internship Fund. This award is available to full-time undergraduate students who have been admitted to the Ourso College. To qualify, recipients must be continuing their undergraduate studies at LSU in the fall.

Applications are due at 4 p.m.on Friday, April 25. 

Details and application

New this year! The LSU Olinde Career Center is offering workshops for applicants on April 16. Review details on these events and other applicant resources.

Strategize Your Summer

Enrolling in a summer course keeps you progressing toward graduation. LSU offers a variety of options. Before registering, be sure to check with your academic advisor to ensure that you are enrolling in the right course to fulfill the requirements for your intended degree program. Learn more and see a full list of summer courses.

Win Prizes with The Economics Club

The Economics Club at LSU would like to welcome interested students of any majors to Economics Trivia Night. Free Food. Gift cards will be awarded to the top 10 winners. Sponsored by Campus Federal Credit Union.

Wednesday, April 16 | 5:30-7 p.m. | BEC 1615

SREA Invites You to Learn from a Real Estate Leader

Join the Student Real Estate Association to learn about Jennifer Pierson’s journey as founder of Strive Realty. This is a great opportunity to network, learn from a respected industry expert, and gain inspiration for your career path.

Tuesday, April 22 | 6-7:30 p.m. | BEC 1325

Attire: Business casual

Student Senate Survey: On-Campus Housing Application

Konnor Crowder, Ourso College senator, is gathering feedback to enhance the on-campus housing application process, particularly for freshmen and sophomores. Your input will be invaluable in improving the process.

Please complete this brief survey.

This Week: Student Subjects Needed for News Study

Mia Carbone, a PhD candidate from UCLA, is recruiting student subjects for a study about news. The study will occur in the Media Effects Lab at the Manship Research Facility. In 45-minute sessions, students will answer a survey and then watch news clips while their heart rate and perspiration levels are measured using small sensors on their fingers. They will then answer some brief questions about the videos they chose to watch. Students are compensated with a $20 Amazon gift card. Sign up for a slot this week.

Freshmen & Seniors - Make Your Voice Heard

First-year freshmen and seniors, you can shape LSU's future AND win awesome prizes. Take the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) to help improve academic programs, campus resources, and student life.



Completing the survey also gives you a chance to win prizes like swag bags, VIP Groovin' Concert Passes, and more! Check your LSU email for a unique survey link. 

Questions? Contact oie@lsu.edu or visit lsu.edu/nsse.