Whitman School of Management Events Calendar

SUNY Oneonta Graduate School Fair (10/15/2012)

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/15/2012	Start Time:	1:00 PM
End Date:	10/15/2012	End Time:	3:00 PM

Visit with the Whitman Graduate Program's office at the SUNY Oneonta Graduate School Fair scheduled to be held at the following location:

Chase Gym, SUNY Oneonta Campus

Gather information about the MBA and MS programs, as well as the Whitman Advantage Partnership program.

SUNY Cortland Graduate School Fair (10/16/2012)

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/16/2012	Start Time:	11:00 AM
End Date:	10/16/2012	End Time:	1:30 PM

Meet with admissions representatives from Whitman's master's programs to learn more about graduate degree options at the Whitman School of Management.

SUNY Cortland's Graduate School Day will be within the exhibition lobby in the Corey Student Union.

UG Interviewing Workshop 2 (10/16/2012)

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/16/2012	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	10/16/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Whitman Career Center Workshop

SUNY Oswego Graduate School Fair (10/17/2012)

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/17/2012	Start Time:	11:00 AM
End Date:	10/17/2012	End Time:	2:00 PM

Visit with Whitman Graduate Programs office representatives during the SUNY Oswego annual graduate school fair. Here, you'll have an opportunity to learn about our MBA and MS program opportunities.

This event will be held at the Swetman Gymnasium/Campus Center Complex

Visit www.oswego.edu/gradweek to learn more.

UG Cover Letter Workshop 2 (10/17/2012)

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/17/2012	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	10/17/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Whitman Career Center Workshop

Elmira College Graduate School Fair (10/18/2012)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/18/2012	Start Time:	11:30 AM
End Date:	10/18/2012	End Time:	1:00 PM

Join Whitman Graduate Programs Staff at the annual Elmira College Grad Fair to learn more about the MBA and MS programs at the Whitman School of Management.

This event is scheduled to be held at the Campus Center Dining Hall @ Elmira College. We look forward to meeting with you!

WISE Women's Roundtable Discussion: Women in Creative Businesses (10/18/2012)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/18/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	10/18/2012	End Time:	1:00 PM

As a woman in a creative business, you value the support of other women professionals. Talk out the challenges with 10 other women over lunch!

Harry E. Salzberg Memorial Program (10/18/2012)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/18/2012	Start Time:	2:00 PM
End Date:	10/18/2012	End Time:	5:30 PM

Salzberg Memorial Lecture Program

Program
2 p.m. - Welcome Address and Opening Remarks
2:15 - Keynote Address
3:15 - Presentation of Salzberg Medallion
3:30 - Franklin CSCMP Syracuse University Student Round Table presentation
4:00 - Innovations in Supply Chain Management Panel Discussion
Program ends at 5:30

For more information, visit http://whitman.syr.edu/centers/salzberg/.

Virtual 411: Full-Time MBA Virtual Information Session (10/18/2012)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/18/2012	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	10/18/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

Join Danielle Goodroe, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment, for a live information session that will provide an in-depth look at Whitman's full-time MBA program, an experiential learning-focused MBA, designed to combine practical business training with real world experience.

This session will cover program history, curriculum, and the admission process.

Click here to register!

Virtual 411: Master of Science Programs Virtual Information Session (Cancelled) (10/18/2012)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/18/2012	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	10/18/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

Join Danielle Goodroe, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment for a virtual information session designed to provide an in depth look at Whitman's Master of Science degree programs. This includes the Master of Finance, Master of Accounting, and Master of Entrepreneurship programs.

Information on the curriculum, admissions, and the student community will be covered. We look forward to speaking with you very soon!

Click here to register!

Fall Reception for Prospective Undergraduate Students (10/19/2012)

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/19/2012	Start Time:	10:30 AM
End Date:	10/19/2012	End Time:	12:00 PM

The Whitman School will host an information program for prospective undergraduate students as part of SU's Fall Reception Day. The morning program includes information about academic programs, out of the classroom opportunities and a tour of our facilities. An Open House will be held in the afternoon. For more information, contact Emily Yakawiak, (315) 443-3850 or egyakawi@syr.edu.

Friday Night Under the Lights! (A Graduate Programs Networking Social) (10/19/2012)

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/19/2012	Start Time:	5:30 PM
End Date:	10/19/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

In partnership with the Whitman Graduate Student Organization, you are invited to join current students, faculty, staff, and alumni for a networking reception at Whitman! Then, we will go together to cheer our fighting Orange football team in a game versus the Connecticut Huskies.

Learn about our MBA and MS programs from a variety of perspectives and be a part of the Whitman Community!

For more information, please contact Josh LaFave at jjlafave@syr.edu or by phone at 315-443-3497.

RSVP at http://whitmangradevents.eventbrite.com!

Whitman Alumni Club of CNY SU vs. UConn Pre-Game Tailgate Party (10/19/2012)

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/19/2012	Start Time:	5:30 PM
End Date:	10/19/2012	End Time:	7:30 PM

The Whitman Alumni Club of CNY invites you to our Big East Tailgate Party before SU beats UConn in the Carrier Dome. The tailgate will be held at the Sheraton University Hotel & Conference Center. Please RSVP by October 12th to Emily Yakawiak, egyakawi@syr.edu, or (315) 443-3850.

Business Killers: Avoiding the Six Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Business (10/23/2012)

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/23/2012	Start Time:	8:00 AM
End Date:	10/23/2012	End Time:	9:30 AM

Learn how to protect yourself and build a firewall around your business and your personal assets. With Business Killers, you learn from the mistakes of others in a concise, interactive video format. No slides, charts or graphs!

Emory University Graduate School Fair (10/24/2012)

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/24/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	10/24/2012	End Time:	3:00 PM

Meet with Admissions Representatives for Whitman's Master's Programs to learn more about graduate degree options at the Whitman School of Management.

The event will be held in the Cox Hall Ballroom at Emory University.

The Building Blocks for Starting a Business (10/24/2012)

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/24/2012	Start Time:	5:30 PM
End Date:	10/24/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

you are unique! And so is your business idea. But how can you translate all of that into a business?

Please pre-register for this free event by calling Joanne Lenweaver 315-443-8634 or e-mail jmlenwea@syr.edu.

Virtual 411: iMBA Virtual Information Session (10/24/2012)

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/24/2012	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	10/24/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

Join Danielle Goodroe, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruitment for a live information session that will provide an in depth look at Whitman's iMBA program, a distance learning MBA designed for the working professional.

This session will cover program history, curriculum, and the admission process. To join, simply enter the URL below into your browser and join the conversation!

Click here to register for a session

Email Danielle here with any questions prior to or after the event

Managing Time & Priorities Effectively for Increased Productivity (10/25/2012)

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/25/2012	Start Time:	9:00 AM
End Date:	10/25/2012	End Time:	4:00 PM

Deborah J. Cabral, professional organizer and productivity and efficiency coach, will be offering this workshop to show participants how to change old, unproductive habits and create new routines to see an immediate boost in productivity.

Participants will learn how to:

Organize and maintain and efficient workspace
Organize a workday for increased productivity
Write an effective to-do list
Manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Deal with procrastination and perfectionism
Stay on track and maintain efficiency
...and more!

WISE Women's Roundtable Discussion: Women in Food and Farming (10/25/2012)

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/25/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	10/25/2012	End Time:	1:00 PM

As a woman in business, you value the support of other women professionals. Talk out the challenges with 10 other women over lunch!

Masters Negotiation Workshop (Cancelled) (10/25/2012)

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/25/2012	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	10/25/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Whitman Career Center Masters Workshop

Fall Reception for Prospective Undergraduate Students (10/26/2012)

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/26/2012	Start Time:	10:30 AM
End Date:	10/26/2012	End Time:	12:00 PM

Whitman Alumni Club of NYC Whitman Graduate Student Organization Reception (10/26/2012)

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/26/2012	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	10/26/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

Join fellow Whitman Alumni Club of NYC Officers and members at a reception for Whitman MBA and Graduate students to be held at SU's Lubin House, 11 E. 61st Street in Manhattan. Share your experience of working in the Big Apple, catch up on campus buzz and discuss job opportunities or career trends you are aware of. Sponsored by the Whitman Graduate Student Organization, Whitman Career Center and Whitman Alumni Club of NYC. For more information or to register, go to whitmannyc.com.

Campus Wide Graduate School Open House (10/27/2012)

Sat, 27 Oct 2012 13:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/27/2012	Start Time:	9:00 AM
End Date:	10/27/2012	End Time:	1:30 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Dean's Conference Room

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Milton Room

Syracuse University is pleased to announce its first annual Graduate School open house! This program is specifically designed to provide you with information on graduate education at Syracuse University, in addition to specialized time at each school.

Below is the expected schedule of events. Registration will be open soon:

9 – 10am: Campus Tour / Financial Aid / Career Services

10 -12pm: Information Sessions/Tour at the Whitman School of Management

12 – 1:30pm: Lunch and tables of schools (Expo)

1:30pm: Campus Tours / Depart

Please contact Joshua LaFave, Director of Graduate Enrollment with any questions. We look forward to seeing you on campus!

RSVP at http://graduateopenhouse.syr.edu today!

Women, Wealth & Wisdom: Spa Event (10/28/2012)

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/28/2012	Start Time:	2:30 PM
End Date:	10/28/2012	End Time:	4:30 PM

This event will feed your mind, body and soul, while participating in an open discussion of: women taking charge of their finances, women protecting their loved ones, money made by women, and making a woman's legacy come true.

Enjoy a mini mani-pedi with wine and spa cuisine!

Whitman in New York City: a Whitman Information Program for Prospective Undergraduate Students (10/28/2012)

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/28/2012	Start Time:	4:00 PM
End Date:	10/28/2012	End Time:	5:30 PM

The Whitman School will host an information program for prospective undergraduate students at Syracuse University's Lubin House in Manhattan. The program includes information about academic programs, out of the classroom opportunities, an alumni panel, and Q&A. To RSVP, contact SU's Admissions Office in NYC, (212) 826-0335 or dmdifili@syr.edu. For more information, contact Emily Yakawiak, (315) 443-3850 or egyakawi@syr.edu.

Virtual 411: Full-Time MBA Virtual Information Session (10/30/2012)

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 16:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/30/2012	Start Time:	12:30 PM
End Date:	10/30/2012	End Time:	1:30 PM

This session will cover program history, curriculum, and the admission process.

Click here to register!

UG Cover Letter Workshop (10/30/2012)

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	10/30/2012	Start Time:	5:00 PM
End Date:	10/30/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Learn how to create a cover letter that catches the attention of a recruiter and presents your information in the most effective way.

WISE Women's Roundtable Discussion: Women in Creative Businesses (11/1/2012)

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/1/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/1/2012	End Time:	1:00 PM

As a woman in a creative business, you value the support of other women professionals. Talk out the challenges with 10 other women over lunch!

Whitman Alumni Club of NYC Presents "GMAT Head Start" (11/1/2012)

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/1/2012	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/1/2012	End Time:	7:30 PM

Invest an hour with WhitmanNYC and Jeff Miller of Target Test Prep and you'll receive:
*A brief introduction to the GMAT.
*A thorough explanation and analysis of sample GMAT questions.
*General tips for preparing for the GMAT.
*Expert advice on the steps to take in pursuing an MBA.

In addition, Joshua LaFave, Director of Graduate Admissions, at Whitman will be on hand to discuss Whitman's graduate programs and admissions process.

To register, go to whitmannyc.com.

WSGO Trip Info Session (11/2/2012)

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/2/2012	Start Time:	1:30 PM
End Date:	11/2/2012	End Time:	3:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Information session for the Wall Street Goes Orange Trip

Syracuse University Graduate Studies Information Expos: New York City (Cancelled) (11/3/2012)

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/3/2012	End Time:	3:00 PM

Syracuse Graduate Programs Takes to the Road!

The Whitman School of Management will join other Syracuse University Graduate Programs on location to offer a unique opportunity to learn more about your program of interest, in conjunction with additional joint degree opportunities. Nine total schools and colleges at Syracuse will participate in this event!

From 12-3pm, an open fair and visit hours will be accompanied with scheduled information sessions for an even more in depth look at each school's program offerings.

Learn about Whitman's multiple join degree opportunities such as the JD/MBA, MBA/MPA or MS New Media/MBA programs just to name a few!

RSVP at http://graduateopenhouse.syr.edu. For questions, please contact Joshua LaFave, Director of Graduate Enrollment at the information provided.

This event will be held at Syracuse University's Lubin House at:

11 East 61st.

New York, NY

Whitman Fall Saturday Progam for Prospective Undergraduate Students (11/3/2012)

Sat, 3 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/3/2012	Start Time:	1:30 PM
End Date:	11/3/2012	End Time:	2:30 PM

The Whitman School will host an information program for prospective undergraduate students. The program includes information about academic programs, out of the classroom opportunities and a tour of our facilities. For more information, contact Emily Yakawiak, (315) 443-3850 or egyakawi@syr.edu.

Whitman International Week (11/5/2012 - 11/9/2012)

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/5/2012	All Day
End Date:	11/9/2012

Join us November 5th-9th for
Whitman International Week

2012 Festival Highlights

Whitman International Film Festival
8-10 p.m. (M-W)
Room 102

Whitman Olympics
Monday & Tuesday, 5-7 p.m.
Women’s Building Gym

Whitman’s Got Talent (WGT)
Thursday, Nov 8th, 7-9.30 p.m.
Flaum Grand Hall

Whitman World Tour
Friday, Nov 9th, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Flaum Grand Hall

Whitman ‘World On My Plate’
Friday, Nov 9th, 1-3.30 p.m.
Flaum Grand Hall

Tech Meet Up (11/6/2012)

Tue, 6 Nov 2012 21:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/6/2012	Start Time:	4:30 PM
End Date:	11/6/2012	End Time:	6:00 PM

Employee or consultant or business owner? Concurrent sessions share insights on compensation, regulations and benefits from either point of view.

Track 1: Stock-based Compensation / Equity Incentives:
Are you a working founder or member of start-up wondering about stock-based compensation? Allow Jonathan Cerrito with Blitman & King (http://bklawyers.com) help you to understand the ins and outs of negotiating an entrance into and exit from an employment relationship including employment agreements, retention agreements and change-in-control agreements?

Track 2: Consultant? Independent Contractor? Employee? Which do you need? Which are you?:
Kathy Barany, entrepreneur and owner of Strategic Management Solutions (http://www.sms-hr.com) will enlighten you as to the difference between a consultant, independent contractor, and employee and the liability issues if an employer misclassifies who they “hire”.

Beta Gamma Sigma Tutoring (11/7/2012)

Wed, 7 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/7/2012	Start Time:	9:00 AM
End Date:	11/7/2012	End Time:	12:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Whitman 218

Beta Gamma Sigma Tutoring available for all WSOM undergraduate students.

WISE Women's Roundtable Discussion: Women in Food and Farming (11/8/2012)

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/8/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/8/2012	End Time:	1:00 PM

As a woman in business, you value the support of other women professionals. Talk out the challenges with 10 other women over lunch!

WISE Women's Business Center Relocation/Ribbon Cutting Celebration (11/8/2012)

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 20:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/8/2012	Start Time:	3:30 PM
End Date:	11/8/2012

The WISE Women’s Business Center is excited to announce the relocation of its main office to the Tech Garden in downtown Syracuse. A ribbon-cutting, to celebrate a heightened awareness for women’s entrepreneurship in Central New York, will be held at the Tech Garden on Thursday, November 8 at 3:30 p.m.

Virtual 411: Full-Time MBA Virtual Information Session (11/8/2012)

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/8/2012	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/8/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

This session will cover program history, curriculum, and the admission process.

Click here to register!

Marketing Career Exploration Trip Info Session (11/9/2012)

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/9/2012	Start Time:	11:00 AM
End Date:	11/9/2012	End Time:	12:30 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Ballentine Investment Institute

Information session for marketing career exploration trip.

A Night with Syracuse University's Whitman School of Mgmt & Ernst & Young for Multicultural Students (11/9/2012)

Fri, 9 Nov 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/9/2012	Start Time:	4:00 PM
End Date:	11/9/2012	End Time:	7:00 PM

This event brings together top diverse high school students, deans, professors and Admissions officers from the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University, and business leaders from Ernst & Young.
Students attending this event can expect to:

Learn about Syracuse University and the Whitman School of Management
Discover careers in accounting and professional services
Meet successful Syracuse alums of diverse backgrounds
Gain insight into the Admissions process.

The program is targeted at diverse high school students from multicultural backgrounds. It will be held at Ernst & Young, 5 Times Square, New York, NY.

Please register using the following link by Friday, November 2, 2012.
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/4448016136

For more information, please contact Susan Albring, Assistant Professor of Accounting, smalbrin@syr.edu, or (315) 443-3452.

Syracuse University Graduate Studies Information Expo: Washington DC (11/10/2012)

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2012	Start Time:	12:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2012	End Time:	3:00 PM

Syracuse Graduate Programs Takes to the Road!

From 12-3pm, an open fair and visit hours will be accompanied with scheduled information sessions for an even more in depth look at each school's program offerings.

Learn about Whitman's multiple join degree opportunities such as the JD/MBA, MBA/MPA or MS New Media/MBA programs just to name a few!

RSVP at http://graduateopenhouse.syr.edu. For questions, please contact Joshua LaFave, Director of Graduate Enrollment at the information provided.

This event will be held at Syracuse University's Greenberg House, located at:

2301 Calvert Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008

The MBA Tour - Toronto (11/10/2012)

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 20:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/10/2012	Start Time:	3:00 PM
End Date:	11/10/2012	End Time:	5:00 PM

Visit Josh LaFave, Director of Graduate Enrollment at The MBA Tour in Toronto, CA to learn more about the flexible distance learning MBA program, or the full-time MBA program. Fair location is below:

Centre Mont-Royal
2200 Mansfield Street
Montreal, Quebec H3A 3R8 Canada

Fall Reception for Prospective Undergraduate Students (11/12/2012)

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:30:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2012	Start Time:	10:30 AM
End Date:	11/12/2012	End Time:	12:00 PM

Human Resources Training: Understanding Employment Law (11/12/2012)

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2012	Start Time:	6:00 PM
End Date:	11/12/2012	End Time:	8:00 PM

Join us for human resources training. In this session, the instructor will cover the topic of Understanding Employment Law. Participants will learn the following:

Part 1 (11/12):

- An overview of the process

- Regulations

- Federal vs. State

- Know what you don't know

Part 2 (11/19):

- Recordkeeping requirements, including retention

- Posting requirements

- Policies, including employee handbooks

- Mandatory vs. optional

- Miscellaneous regulations you need to know

- Salary vs. overtime

The instructor for this class is Kathy Barany, PHR - Strategic Management Solutions.

Whitman's Shark Tank Idea Jam (11/12/2012)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Start Date:	11/12/2012	Start Time:	7:00 PM
End Date:	11/12/2012	End Time:	9:00 PM

Syracuse University - Whitman School of Management
Room: Flaum Grand Hall

Whitman's IDEA connectors will be hosting an idea jam for students. The event will be mirrored from the television series "Shark Tank" with guest judges spanning from Whitman professor to various business owners of Marshall St. and the winner will receive a prize. The mission of the event is to increase the entrepreneurial spirit at Whitman.