The Business Buzz
Apr 6, 2016
Undergraduate Newsletter of
the ISU College of Business
Spring 2016 College of Business Convocation Invitation
Spring 2016 College of Business Convocation Invitation
David P. Spalding, Raisbeck Endowed Dean, and the Faculty and Staff of the College of Business at Iowa State University cordially invite you and your guests to the Spring 2016 College of Business Convocation.
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 5:00 PM
James H. Hilton Coliseum
Ames, Iowa
Graduates who plan to attend are required to complete the convocation RSVP by Friday, April 29, 2016. Please RSVP on AccessPlus under the Student tab. Select Graduation, then diploma/ceremony.
Ceremony information is available at http://www.business.iastate.edu/convocation/.
Guest seating at Hilton is unlimited.
Summer/Fall '16 Class Registration Ongoing
Summer and Fall 2016 Registration began March 22. Your specific date\time is now posted on your Access+ Current Student Info page. The dates below are simply start dates for each class level--not the specific start dates for individuals.
- March 22 – Projected Seniors
- March 29 – Projected Juniors
- April 5 – Projected Sophomores
- April 12 – Continuing Freshman
Be sure to check Access Plus for your start date and time. Also check for any registration holds and contact the office that placed the hold on your registration. If you have an advising hold, schedule an appointment with your adviser through CyAdvise before your registration start date.
Students will not be able to add restricted sections of business courses until Tuesday, April 12. At that time, if a seat remains in the course and the prerequisite is met, a student may be able to add the class using a pink add slip. Students interested in enrolling in a restricted section must see John Wageman in the Undergraduate Program Office (1200 Gerdin) during his walk-in hours and he will assist you.
The College of Business enforces all course prerequisites. Make sure that you have met the prerequisite before registering for a course. Please remember that Business faculty cannot sign students into Business classes. Registration for classes will remain open on AccessPlus though the 5th day of the term (August 26). On the 6th day, class registration will close and students will not be added to business courses or section changes. Contact John Wageman in the Undergraduate Program Office (1200 Gerdin) if there are extenuating circumstances beyond the student’s control.
Collegiate Women in Business Speaker Series Hosts "Diversity in the Workforce" Presentation
Collegiate Women in Business Speaker Series presents Beth Ford, Land O' Lakes Group Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Ford's topic is "Diversity in the Workforce."
- Thursday, April 7
- 4:10 - 5:00 PM
- Gerdin 1148
A networking reception with Ms. Ford will follow this presentation.
Gerdin Citizenship Program Global Poster Presentation Announcement
Congratulations to the ten students who presented at the Gerdin Citizenship Program Global Poster Presentation. All of the students who participated did a phenomenal job and the final scores were very close! A big congratulations goes to our top three posters:
- First place and a $150 award: Brooklyn Allgood – Topic: “Starbucks”
- Second place and a $100 award: Yashvi Desai – Topic: “Nation Branding”
- Third place and a $50 award: Daniel Hill – Topic: “Alternative Energy Sources”
A special thank you to our judges: Kristin Uknes from Rockwell Collins; Leah Berte Kingland Systems; Monica Gordillo, John Walker and Jose Rosa from the Department of Management and Marketing; Sarah Adams and Lucy Berger from the Undergraduate Programs Office; and the GCP Student Leaders – Mallory Cates, Olivia Reicks, and Jason Wingert for taking the time to give constructive feedback to these students. Another special thank you to our sponsor for this event – Rockwell Collins.
Business Council Announces March Faculty/Staff of the Month Winners
Staff: Lucy Berger, Program Assistant, Undergraduate Programs Office
Faculty: John Murphy, Lecturer of Accounting
Academic Advising Update
Melody Schobert is temporarily out on leave; if you need to see an adviser, please contact the Undergraduate Programs Office to schedule with another adviser.
Exemplary Peer Mentor Service Recognition
College of Business Learning Team peer mentors and supervisors were recognized for their service at the Iowa State University Peer Mentor Celebration held in the Memorial Union on Wednesday, March 30, 2016.
Hannah Kuhn (Business Learning Team) was one of 20 peer mentors at ISU to receive the Exemplary Peer Mentor Award for 2015-2016. The exemplary service award honors those who have demonstrated leadership and supported the goals of Iowa State University. Over 500 learning community peer mentors provide leadership on campus.
Hannah has served as a Peer Mentor in the Freshman BLT for the past two years and will continue in the fall working with transfer students. BLT Peer Mentors Hunter Buerster and Dorothy Weaver were also nominated for the Exemplary Peer Mentor Award.
Kathy Weaver was also recognized as an Exemplary Peer Mentor Supervisor for outstanding guidance and leadership. Kathy began working as a co-coordinator of BLTs and an academic adviser in the College of Business in October, 2015.
Since 1995, Iowa State University’s nationally-rated program has served over 62,000 students. The university offers 80 learning communities, and over 70% of first-year students participate.
The College of Business would like to thank the 48 peer mentors and supervisors who serve our students:
| Supervisors |
| Diann Burright |
| Shannon Grundmeier |
| Melody Schobert |
| Kathy Weaver |
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| Peer Mentors |
| Madison Abel |
| Micah Abel |
| Samantha Barry |
| Michelle Bauer |
| Tyler Bostedt |
| Carly Bro |
| Hunter Buerster |
| Heather Butt |
| Anne Crammond |
| Rachel Dammen |
| Abby Farniok |
| Kate Fennelly |
| Lyle Fredericks III |
| Quiana Hampton |
| Ivy Hogg |
| Jessica Kimberley |
| Hannah Kuhn |
| Megan Lien |
| Vincent LoCascio |
| Kara Meyer |
| Alexa Mitchell |
| Kristen Nguyen |
| Shelby Oetzel |
| Christina Paulson |
| Crystal Platten |
| Meredith Ponder |
| Catie Robinson |
| Justina Schimek |
| Maddy Scholten |
| Dana Schultz |
| Claire Sincox |
| Kathryn Speltz |
| Andrew Sternard |
| Alysa Stukel |
| Madeline Trow |
| Morgan Tully |
| Sarah Vinchattle |
| Becca Vonnahme |
| Dorothy Weaver |
| Anna Whaley |
| Kelsey Zieser |
Registrar's Office Announces PDF Transcripts Available Online
We are pleased to announce that starting Apr 1, students can order PDF transcripts via the Web 24/7 through the National Student Clearinghouse.
Access the ordering page via https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/secure_area/Transcript/login.asp?FICEcode=00186900. This page also provides additional information related to the ordering process. This link also is available on the Grades & Transcripts link on the “Student” tab in AccessPlus.
Study Abroad Policies Reminder
Planning to study abroad? Here are some important factors to remember:
- Courses taken during study abroad must be taken for a grade to be used to meet degree requirements other than electives, just like ISU courses.
- It is the student's responsibility to ensure a transcript is sent to ISU.
- Grades for study abroad courses are noted on transcripts, but are not used in calculating the ISU cumulative GPA.
- Study abroad courses do not transfer back as equivalent courses. They are all substitutes, and must be coded by the Adviser on the degree audit after the courses are entered on the student's permanent record.
Discover ISU Summer Courses On-Line
Are you a student who:
- dropped a class at midterm, but wants to regain those credits before fall?
- is worried about taking math and science concurrently in the fall?
- wants to accelerate the pace toward graduation?
This summer you have the opportunity to take courses in Math, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, U.S. Diversity, International Perspectives, World Languages, 300-level English communication, and Humanities. We've enhanced summer online course offerings, and now there is something for everyone.
You can find the complete list of classes at Discover Summer Online program. If the options in that bundle do not meet your needs, check the full listing of LAS online course offerings for this summer. For more information, contact: elo@iastate.edu or 515.294.7470.
Take Online Summer Courses thru College of Ag/Life Sciences
Students can take online courses through the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences this summer!
View the courses currently available at: http://www.agonline.iastate.edu/courses.
Or contact us, AgOnline Student Services, 513 Farm House Lane, 0004 Curtiss Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011: call: 515-294-7656 or e-mail: agonlinehelp@iastate.edu.
Gerdin Citizenship Program
If you are looking for ways to improve your business skills, become active in the community, increase your professional development, and enhance your potential as a business leader, the Gerdin Citizenship Program is for you! This voluntary program offers a number of exciting events, workshops, and growth opportunities.
If you are interested in joining GCP or need a signature for your GCP booklet, please visit us during GCP office hours:
- M-F from 8:00-8:30AM in 1200 Gerdin (ask for Tara and say it is for GCP) or by scheduled appointment (email: gerdincitizens@iastate.edu).
- Alternatively, you can find Tara or one of the GCP Student Leaders (Mallory, Jason or Olivia) at another GCP event for any signatures.
Email: gerdincitizens@iastate.edu
Website: www.business.iastate.edu/undergraduate/gerdincitizen
America Reads/America Counts Seeks Tutors
Iowa State University's America Reads/America Counts (AR/AC) Program is currently hiring math and reading tutors for fall semester 2016. This program places ISU students in community schools and after-school programs to assist with children's math and reading skills. This is a paid tutoring position and students must have work-study eligibility. You can download an application and learn more about the AR/AC program at http://www.financialaid.iastate.edu/arac.
Business Career Services
#getconnected
Have you Secured a Job or Internship? Congratulations!
Report your position to Business Career Services by filling out a form in 1320 Gerdin or submitting your information online.
Make Networking Work!
1. Have an interesting way to introduce yourself
2. Have a plan:
- Know who is attending the event
- Bring resumes/business cards
- Keep up on current events
3. Focus on initiating and building relationships
4. Get contact information
5. Follow up!
You can watch more networking videos here.Internship Credit
For any questions regarding receiving credit for an upcoming internship, please meet with Kathy Wieland in Business Career Services. More information and to schedule a meeting visit the Business Career Services website or email buscs@iastate.edu.
Business Career Services International Internship Grants 2016:
Students traveling to international internship positions that are not in their home country during Summer 2016 may apply for a $2,000 international internship grant. Internships may be full or part-time that last a minimum of eight weeks. More information, including application materials, can be located here.
Scholarship Opportunities
Due Apr 30: Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) Scholarship
The CREW Network Foundation scholarship program supports future female leaders as they pursue university-level education that will lead to careers in commercial real estate. With the help of generous donors and scholarship program partners, CBRE, Prudential Real Estate Investors and Wells Fargo, we are able to award ten $5000 scholarships per year. To date, CREW Network and its Foundation have awarded 76 scholarships totaling $16,000. All scholars receive:
- $5,000 (tuition and books)
- Paid summer internship opportunity
- Free CREW Network student at-large membership (18 months)
- Matched with a CREW Network member eMentor
- Free registration to a CREW Network Convention & Marketplace
The online application is open until April 30. More information is available here: https://www.crewnetwork.org/scholarship.aspx
Questions? Contact Theresa Greenfield, President, Colby Management Company, Windsor Heights, IA, Theresa@colbyinterests.com.
Coming Soon: Third Annual St. Louis Lawyers Scholarship
Competition for the third annual 2016 scholarship contest is open to all United States college students. The contest consists of an essay contest. We invite you to participate this year for the chance to obtain funds to help with educational expenses.
The link below will take you to the current information website for this competition; however, it has not yet been updated. Specific information, including essay topics and due date, for the 2016 competition will soon be posted.
http://www.missourilawyers.com/scholarship/
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