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Entries from February 2009

March 3rd - Special Speaker Jim Sud, Whole Foods

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Speakers · Student Orgs · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

The Jewish Organization in the Business School is presenting Mr. Jim Sud, Executive Vice-President of Growth and Business Development of Whole Foods Market and Board of Directors Member. In this presentation he will discuss Whole Foods Market’s Stakeholder Philosophy and their view of the importance of creating value for all of their stakeholders.
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Susan G. Komen Scholarship Awards

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Scholarships

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Susan G. Komen for the Cure is now accepting applications for its College Scholarship Award Program. The organization offers up to seven undergraduate college scholarships of $10,000 a year, for up to four years. The scholarships are intended to help students who would otherwise find attending college to be a significant financial burden due to [...]

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UT Libraries Video Contest

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Competitions

Posted by Michelle Garrett

The University of Texas Libraries is holding a video contest for undergraduates!
What do I do?
Make a short video or animation promoting library resources and services. Choose from five categories listed on the contest website.
What’s in it for me?
You could win $100 and get your video on the Libraries web site! Winners will be chosen for [...]

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Be a Counselor for a H.S. Summer Camp

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Uncategorized

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Do you want to work with talented high school students interested in business? Do you want to have a leadership experience serving as a mentor for young people? Are you looking for a rewarding work experience this summer?
Apply (in the “Spotlight” box) to be a High School Summer Camp Counselor! Applications are due by Monday, [...]

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March 3rd - VIP Speaker Ralph Heath, Lockheed Martin

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Speakers · Top Stories · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Ralph Heath, Executive Vice President of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
“Learning in Public: True Stories from a Leader Leading Change”
Date: Tuesday, March 3rd
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Location: UTC 2.112A
Mr. Heath leads Lockheed Martin’s military aircraft business, which is the industry leader for design, development, manufacture and full-service logistics of a wide-range of combat and air mobility aircrafts [...]

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Scholarship for Continuing Students

February 27th, 2009 · Filed under: Scholarships · Top Stories

Posted by Michelle Garrett

The 2009-2010 McCombs Undergraduate Scholarship Application for Continuing Students will be available from February 1st-February 28th. The application can be found online through the McCombs website:  http://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/udean/resources/financial/index.asp.
Deadline to apply:  SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28th
**Note:  If you currently receive a “renewable” McCombs Scholarship, you must apply with the McCombs Undergraduate Scholarship Application to be eligible to renew your [...]

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Feb. 19th - Supply Chain Carnival

February 17th, 2009 · Filed under: Career · Majors · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Play games, win prizes, eat free food and learn about Supply Chain Management from professionals in the industry. Open to all BBA students.
Companies in Attendance: AMD, Accenture, Boeing, Chevron, Dell, Energy Alloys, Frito-Lay, HEB, P&G and Shell
Date: Thursday, Feb. 19th
Time: Noon-2:00 p.m.
Location: CBA Hall of Honors
Proudly presented by The Supply Chain Center for Excellence and [...]

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Feb. 18th - Study Abroad in Thailand

February 17th, 2009 · Filed under: Study Abroad · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Considering studying abroad but not sure where to go? Looking for a less expensive alternative to Europe? If you are simply seeking adventure and a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, studying abroad in Bangkok, Thailand may be the perfect option for you. From beautiful beaches to jungle trekking, Thailand is known as the land of smiles for [...]

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Feb. 18th - Women’s Issues Radio Talk Show

February 17th, 2009 · Filed under: Career · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office 101 with Dr. Lois Frankel
KVRX Austin has a new Women’s Issues Talk show every Wednesday at 5:00pm. Tune in online at www.kvrx.org on February 18th to hear Dr. Lois Frankel talk about things women do to give up their power in the office. We will focus on her [...]

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Feb. 18th - McCombs’ Next Top Major Showcase Showdown

February 16th, 2009 · Filed under: Competitions · Majors · Upcoming Events

Posted by Michelle Garrett

Students from across UT Austin are vying for over $12,000 in prize money in the McCombs’ Next Top Major competition, an online video contest where voters from across cyberspace helped decide the outcome. Thirty-six undergraduate teams entered the competition. Their mission was to create a 2-to-3-minute video promoting one of the nine majors at the [...]

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