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February 05, 2008

Graduation Information

The May 2008 Opus College of Business Graduate Commencement will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. on the St. Paul campus.

The Dean's Reception will be held on Thursday, May 15 in Minneapolis from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Graduates are encouraged to bring their managers or mentors.

Students who are planning to complete a degree must fill out a graduation application even if they do not plan to participate in the ceremony. You will receive a pop up confirmation message once the application has been submitted.

Failure to submit an application by Feburary 15, 2008, may result in a delayed diploma or inability to participate in commencement.

Click on this link to get to the application:
https://www.stthomas.edu/business/degrees/graduationapplication/

Event: "Not Just for White Guys: Diversity and the Quality of Your Worklife"

As part of our celebration of the 20th year of the Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity, we are excited to present the OCB community with the opportunity for an informal evening discussion featuring Mr. Luke Visconti, founder of DiversityInc. magazine.

Come hear why diversity initiatives aren’t “just for the white guy” any more!

Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Thornton Auditorium, Terrence Murphy Hall
Reception from 4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. and Presentation from 5:15.m. - 6 p.m.

- Why is diversity effectiveness such a hot area for today’s corporations?
- Which companies are investing in diversity effectiveness?
- What are some of the adverse impacts being experienced by companies and leaders who fail to make this investment?

Mr. Visconti, the Forum’s keynote speaker, is a recognized leader in the field of workplace diversity. He has appeared on FOX, MSNBC, and CNBC as well as being regularly quoted on diversity issues in publications such as The New York Times, Fortune, BusinessWeek, and The Wall Street Journal.

Please RSVP by February 11 to cobptgradbiz@stthomas.edu or 651-962-4200.

MBA to Z: Saturday Seminars

Maximize your MBA experience by attending the "MBA to Z" seminars on Saturday, February 9, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Dr. Michael Sauter, of the Master’s of Business Communication Program, will be our instructor for the first session, "Effective Presentations: Wowing your Clients, Bosses, Classmates and Professors." He will give you the tools to express your ideas and improve your work.

The second session, "Powerful PowerPoint Presentations" will be taught by Mr. Michael Mendez, Instructional Design and Curriculum Development Coordinator for Century College. He will host a hands-on class on the how-to’s and how-not-to’s of this vital technology.

Students may RSVP for session I, from 9:00 to 10:20 a.m., in Terrence Murphy Hall room 252; session II, from 10:40 a.m. to noon in Opus Hall room 105, or both. Refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP to CoB - Evening UST MBA Student Life at cobptgradbiz@stthomas.edu.

Mark your calendar for future MBA to Z events:
April 12, 2008 - "Management and Goal Setting: How to Graduate with your Degree AND your Sanity!" and "Learn the Write Stuff: Writing for the MBA"
June 7, 2008 - "Salary Negotiations" and "Managing Group Projects"

Happy (1/2) Hour

Networking is one of the most important keys to success for Opus College of Business students. Join the Student Life team and Robert Half International Management Group for Happy (1/2) Hour, held on the Minneapolis campus, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. the week of February 18 to 21 to mix, mingle, and have a snack and a beverage during your usual class break time. Be sure to bring your business cards!

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Master's Pub - Friday, February 29

Join fellow students for "business conversations" and a fun Friday evening in MOH201. There will be a brief presentation and then you will have plenty of time for socializing over beer/wine and hors d'oeuvres.

Social time 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Speaker 5:00 p.m.
Social time 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.

Jane Casto, Director of Packaging at Ecolab, will present a “Creative Cocktail: Getting Results from a Stressed Organization.”

RSVP to cobptgradbiz@stthomas.edu or call 651-962-4319.

Mark your calendar for April 25, 2008. John Taft, CEO of Dain Rauscher, will be speaking.

Elective Track Information Sessions

During the weeks of March 3-6 and March 10-13, we will be hosting a series of information sessions about electives. Department Chairs or representatives will be on hand to explain elective options and answer your questions. This is a great way to meet faculty and get the "insider's" view on electives. Bring your questions!

Minneapolis Campus, 5:00 - 5:45 p.m.

Read next month's newsletter and your emails for more information about specific dates for specific departments.

Event: Owatonna/Rochester Area Alumni and Current MBA Networking Social

Join alumni and current students from the Owatonna area to network and enjoy a winter happy hour at the Gainey Center.

Wednesday, February 13, 2008, 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Gainey Conference Center, Owatonna Campus
$5 fee (This can be waived for current students if you talk to Janet Lestock by Fri, Feb 8th)

Joe Effertz, current Evening MBA student and Director of International Sales at Viracon Corporation will give a short presentation, "Ground Zero: The Reconstruction of the World Trade Center Site."

Contact Janet Ballis Lestockwith questions or to register – jblestock@stthomas.edu or 507-446-4474.

Multicultural Forum

The Multicultural Forum on Workplace Diversity will celebrate its 20th anniversary February 20-21, 2008, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. The theme this year is “Harnessing the Winds of Change: The Next 20 Years”. Join us at the event for wonderful speakers, a career fair, and excellent networking opportunities. For more information and registration, go to www.stthomas.edu/mcf.

Sessions are offered on a wide range of diversity topics covering corporate, small business and non-profit, legal, government, and healthcare; CEU's will be available. For more information, contact Barbara Voorhees Blaha at 651-962-4385 or bjvoorheesbl@stthomas.edu.

Ask the Academic Advisor

Dear Dr. Helpful,

Someone in my Financial Management class mentioned an “Aristotle Fund”. Sounds “Greek” to me.

Signed,
Sophie

Dear Sophie,

The Aristotle Fund is a student-managed investment fund, now valued at $3.5 million, and operates under the auspices of the University of St. Thomas.

Every year, a group of students selected from the graduate UST Opus College of Business program manage an ongoing portfolio of equity securities, selecting, analyzing, and incorporating new stocks and divesting others within the context of their policy mandate. In addition, the students are responsible for a variety of communications pertaining to the performance of the fund.

The fund is currently operated as a mid-cap equity blend and is overseen by a UST board of advisors. Each student is assigned a mentor -- professionals from the finance industry.

Contact : Dr. Mary Daugherty
Finance Department, Opus College of Business
University of St. Thomas MCH 316
St. Paul, MN 55105
MSDaugherty@stthomas.edu

Applications are due in March, 2008 followed by interviews in April. Student involvement begins upon acceptance to the program (as early as May and continues for a year).

The Aristotle Fund is a 6-credit MBA elective course.

Signed,
Dr. Helpful


Dear Dr. Helpful,

I am completing my coursework this spring semester. (There’s a light at the end of the tunnel!) What do I have to do to graduate?

Thanks,
Nathan

Dear Nate,

First, check your degree evaluation at Murphy registration.

The top line should look something like this:

Area :
PT Business Administration ( 51.000 credits ) - Met


This means that you have completed courses and registered for the necessary courses to complete your degree.

Secondly, submit the online graduation application. Go to: https://www.stthomas.edu/business/degrees/graduationapplication/

If you need help, contact your Academic Advisor.

Congratulations!

Signed,
Dr. Helpful

Highlighted Elective Courses

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Graduate Business Career Services Updates

Check out GradBizRecruiting, the University of St. Thomas' jobs site for College of Business Master’s program students. Post your resume, review new jobs, and read announcements to learn about job fairs, campus visits, and other events and services. For more information call 651-962-8807 or stop by their office in Terrence Murphy Hall, Room 251, on the Minneapolis campus.

Continue reading for information about workshops, career fairs, and other exciting events...

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National Black MBA Association News

Many students choose to participate in the Twin Cities' Chapter of the National Black MBA Association. Keep reading for an invitation from the local chapter president and announcements about events....

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National Society of Hispanic MBA (NSHMBA) News

Scholarships Available:
The National Society of Hispanic MBA’s is pleased to announce that the 2008 Scholarship Program is open and applications are being accepted now!

The National Society of Hispanic MBAs provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent. In 2007 alone, over $1 million in financial assistance was awarded to students around the country, aiding them in starting or completing their degrees.

So don't delay - the application deadline is April 30.

For eligibility and program guidelines, please visit: http://www.nshmba.org/financial-assist/schol_home.asp

Keep reading for information about NSHMBA events and activities...

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New or Timely Policies

Policies and procedures are always being reviewed and introduced. Keep reading to find out about changes or updates to policies such as the Tuition Refund Policy, Alumni Registration Policy, and Immunization requirements....

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On-line resource for Diverse Students

Check out this resource for diverse students: http://www.mnprivatecolleges.org/diversity/index.php