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June 19th, 2008
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The mission of the Simmons School of Management is to educate women for power and principled leadership. We are committed to the advancement of knowledge and practice in management through excellence in education and research. Our academic programs offer rigorous, applied, management education designed for women. We focus on leadership, and our programs integrate the strategic, functional, and behavioral aspects of management. SOM students gain the knowledge, analytical skills, and confidence that they need to manage successfully in dynamic and global environments. We are invested in our students’ success and support them as they launch, advance, and change their careers.
New Information This Week
Note from Mary D.
Updates for Week of 6/19 - 6/26
Registration Updates
*Graduating Class Party 6/20, Raffle & Gift Designation*
Public Hearing on WOMEN & EDUCATION
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MBA Office Updates
What a terrific win for the Celtics and, of course, I have some corollaries to your MBA program!! It had been 22 years since the Celtics last won a championship. They worked towards that goal every practice, every game, every season, every year-for 22 years!! It is the same for you in your MBA program but won't take nearly that long!! You are working towards a goal of getting your degree, learning new competencies, skills and abilities for an end goal of changing the future possibilities for you, and/or your family. Given where we are in a busy summer term, whether it is in the beginning or middle or end or your program, seeing people reach their goals is really motivating and fun to watch, and one of the reasons I love graduation so much!
When the Celtics were down and came back from a 24 point deficit, it was the result of never giving up, and always believing in yourself and your team. It certainly changed the momentum of the series and my job is to help you get through those moments when they happen in the MBA program!! As managers, and leaders you will be faced with many moments that we saw with the Celtics over the last week: figuring out what skills and talents you need and hiring the right people who can work well together. What was apparent to me in this series was that even if you have the best player in the league, (Kobe Bryant), talent alone does not guarantee anything. Success is so much more than sheer talent. It is allowing everyone to have moments in the spotlight where they can shine and excel, leading them through tough moments where it is easy to give up, taking nothing for granted, knowing the inner satisfaction when you reach a goal you have strived for and worked hard to achieve, and celebrating both big and little victories as a group. It was a fun week!!
“It is our choices that show who we truly are, far more than our abilities“ -- JK Rowling
“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments" --Jim Rohn
Updates for Week of 6/19– 6/26 LGA: Friday, June 20 9am-3pm (CR2) Class Gift Kick-Off Party: Friday, June 20th from 4-8pm (409 Lobby)
Fall Registration
All students should have received all the necessary information for fall 2008 registration that opens next Wednesday! If you didn't, please let Paula know at paula.bent@simmons.edu.
Graduation Meetings
Please be sure to attend the graduation meeting for important information related to graduation.
Tuesday, July 15th Day Students: 12-12:45pm, Case Room 2 Night Students: 5-5:45pm, Case Room 2
Graduation Speakers
Speakers voted by the graduating class are Heather Lantz to represent the day program and Rachele McDonough to represent the evening program.
Invitations
Graduation Announcements
Graduation Announcements are ready for pick up in the MBA Office. Graduating Class Party 6/20, Raffle & Gift Designation
OUR LEGACY
MBA Admissions would like you to
Refer-a-Friend
The MBA Admissions office is looking for you to pay-it-forward.
We know that many of you were referred to the Simmons MBA program by alumnae
or current students. Do you know someone you think would be a great new
member of the Simmons MBA community? Come by the MBA Admissions office
to pick up an application fee waiver for your friend and let them know that
we are still accepting applications for the Fall. Give them some
pointers on the GMAT and start them on their way to achieving the Simmons
MBA. Also, let them know that we have an upcoming information session on Saturday July 19th. Thanks and best wishes from the MBA Admissions Team! Purpose. Passion. Power. Join
the Forté Foundation for the one women’s conference that brings
together everything you need to conquer your world and packs it into one exhilarating
weekend. Marshalling an international network of progressive companies,
world-class business schools and phenomenal women leaders, Forté’s MBA
Women’s Conference brings you an unrivaled agenda of speakers and
sessions that compel you to find your purpose, pursue your passion and
project your power. Competition Schedule
Friday, September 19, 2008 All questions pertaining to the case competition can be directed to Case Competition (NBMBAA) at 314-580-8086 or via CaseCompetition@nbmbaa.org.
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The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU! What do female students need to be successful? Participation is free, open to the public and wheelchair accessible. Tuesday, June 24th
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Staffing Changes in the Career Services Office Julie Barenholtz, our amazing Career Services Coordinator, has been offered a wonderful opportunity to conduct clinical research at Joslin Diabetes Center. This position will allow her to use her master’s degree in social work combined with her commitment to addressing serious health problems in a challenging world-renowned setting. We have been fortunate to have Julie with us for nearly 2 years, and she will be sorely missed as a key member of the CSO, and of the School overall. Please join me and Terry in congratulating Julie, and wishing her well in this new endeavor. We received 16 excellent entries for naming our new 2009 internship program. All of the entries were then passed onto a program committee made up of faculty and administrators for a final vote. We are pleased to announce the new program name will be called, “Women’s Internship Network (WIN)”, entered by Jennifer Canfield! Thank you to all of the marketing gurus who participated, and congratulations to Jennifer! Newsletters to Madrinas members, assisting the CGO
director with support of the partnership.
Interested applicants send their
resume to: heatherjean.mac@gmail.com
Got An Off? Negotiations Seminar Monday, June 23, 409 Comm. Ave, Green Room – 4:00 – 6:00pm Facilitator: Ginny Rehberg (http://www.ginnyrehberg.com/) We'll be walking through the steps of accepting the phone call when an offer comes through, strategizing how to negotiate, what language to use and making the big decision. If you are interested in finding out about common negotiation mistakes, and how to manage the process in your own best interests, come and join our discussion. Wednesday, July 15, 409 Comm. Ave, Green Room – 4:00 – 6:00pm After landing a new job, one might think that what is called for is a sigh of relief. It is common to assume all the hard work is over. Think again. The first ninety days on a new job can be a very vulnerable time while also a time of great opportunity. Tuesday, June 24, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, Zoomerang Wednesday, June 25, 4:15 pm - 6:00 pm, SPSS RSVP REQUIRED BY FRIDAY JUNE 20. julie.barenholtz@simmons.edu Think you might be interested in market research, analysis, or data collection? Shelley Strowman will be offering two great workshops that will add value to your resume. 1) SPSS: This beneficial statistical software tool is used widely in many fields that require statistical analysis. ~ Area Manager - U.S. Census Bureau Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association- Summer Networking event - Small Bites with Sound Bites Tuesday, June 24, 6:00 – 9:30 pm Kick of the summer with an evening of networking with your HBA colleagues while sampling the exquisite taste of fine tapas and sangria! For event details and to register: https://hbaonline.hbanet.org/events/EV04EventDetail.aspx?eventID=1502 Thursday, June 26, 7:45 a.m. Registration & Networking, 8:10 - 9:00 a.m. Register: Visit Life Sciences Forum Friday, June 27 - Saturday, June 28 For complete details and to register for Conference: http://www.fortefoundation.org/site/PageServer?pagename=MBAWomensConference * Ask CSO for help with funding Register with Forte: http://www.fortefoundation.org/site/PageServer?pagename=cc_powertools Tuesday, July 29 (Online) You’ve never had a job interview this easy. At The Wall Street Journal Virtual Career Fair, you’ll get immediate access to the decision-makers who can hire you. Without traveling any farther than your computer, you can: Explore opportunities
Marketing—For Both Fun and Profit Read article: http://www.fortefoundation.org/site/PageServer?pagename=cc_feature_marketing Peter Post is the great grandson of manners guru Emily Post and is the director of Emily Post Institute in Burlington, VT. Read article: |
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Library Updates Check out The Wall Street Journal’s special Small Business Report. Read about small businesses struggles with rising energy prices, the downfall of Cold Stone Creamery, and other articles helpful to the small business entrepreneur. We’re happy to report that the SOM Library blog has been chosen as one of the “Top 100 Management and Leadership Blogs” by HR World. Check out the list at http://www.hrworld.com/features/top-100-management-blogs-061008/ and read the SOM library’s blog, found on the web at http://somlibrarian.wordpress.com/ for articles of interest to the SOM Community. We have had some issues recently where a group has signed up for a group study room, made the long trek up to the fifth floor, and found another group occupying that room. This is a reminder that you must sign up with the library if you want to use a group study room. If you have not signed up for the room and a group who has comes to use it, then you need to give them preference in using the room. We appreciate you following this policy, especially during this period when many groups are meeting. If you need any assistance with your BGGE projects, please do not hesitate to contact either Linda Schuller Wolf (Linda.wolf@simmons.edu, 617.521.3851) or Michael Wick (wick2@simmons.edu, 617.521.3847) for an appointment or just some quick hel |