[Note: This calendar is updated on a regular basis as new events are approved. All event details are subject to change.]
Spring 2024 Events |
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Research Presentation Videos Duration: 1-1.5 hr | Students must watch the entire video and complete the accompanying quiz. A grade of 80% or better (at least 4 out of 5) is required to earn BAM credit. Blackboard: *Students who attended the In-Person session of these recordings have already received BAM credit. |
Asynchronous event on Blackboard (4 Videos Available) |
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1/23/2024 |
5:30pm |
Commercial Real Estate Symposium Description: Join us for a live panel of commercial real estate industry professionals from CREW Charlotte and Q&A who specialize in occupancy planning, project management, land planning, location analysis, and interior design, to discuss their insights and experience. This event aims to inspire students and raise awareness of important topics in the business field that help students develop competencies, leadership skills, financial literacy, and readiness for the job market. Presenter(s): Moderator: Sharese Leggette, MISM, CSM Panelist#1: Mellissa Oliver Panelist#2: Ellen Palmer Hosted by: Dr. Shirley Shen |
Whitton Auditorium |
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1/30/2024 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Presentation Delivery Description: This is the fifth topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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2/01/2024 |
11:00am |
EY Lecture: Using AI to Deliver Business Solutions Description: Ernst & Young (EY) professionals will deliver a lecture on the use of artificial intelligence
(AI) in business and accounting. EY is one of the largest professional services firms
in the world and one of the Big Four accounting firms. The firm provides audit, consulting,
tax, business risk, and technology and security risk services globally. Given the
increasing importance of technology and AI in business and the accounting profession,
this lecture is very Register for the event here: https://winthrop.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_er4Y1LBf7b6Iq8u Join Zoom Meeting here: https://winthrop-edu.zoom.us/j/81689730020
Presenter(s): Morgan Brown, an Assurance Senior Manager for EY in Washington DC who holds a BS in Corporate Finance from Winthrop and a Masters in Accounting from UNC Chapel Hill. Kayla Brown, a Senior Associate for EY who holds a BS in Accounting with a minor in Economics degree from Winthrop University and a Master of Accounting degree from North Carolina State University. Hosted by: Dr. Adriana Cordis |
Virtual (link in description) |
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2/06/2024 |
11:00am |
Professional Etiquette Seminar Description: Join Lisa Medley, Certified Executive Coach, while she presents an interactive presentation on what are often the most difficult parts of launching a career. Topics covered include:
Presenter(s): Lisa Medley Hosted by: Dr. Jane Thomas |
Whitton Auditorium |
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2/17/2024 |
9:00am-3:40pm |
L.I.F.T. Conference Description: The Leadership Institute for First-Timers (L.I.F.T), is a one-day student leadership conference developed to provide new and continuing student leaders at Winthrop University with tools to equip them as on-campus leaders. This conference enables students to connect with one another, gain leadership skills, and learn more about themselves. The sessions are led by current students, as well as faculty, staff and alumni. We have three conference tracks to guide your experience: Belonging & Community, Communication and Leadership. Keynote Speaker event is where you receive credit, but please stay for the breakout sessions as there are amazing ones planned! Registration Link: https://winthrop.presence.io/form/lift-conference-2024-registration-form
8:30-9am: Check-In in Dina's Place Hosted by: Angelo Geter, DiGiorgio Student Union (DSU) **Also approved as a Cultural Event! |
Dina's Place (and various Digs locations for Sessions) |
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2/20/2024 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Presentation Content/Design Description: This is the sixth topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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2/20/2024 |
5:00pm |
Finance Speaker Series: Mr. Arpit Patel Description: Following his graduation from Winthrop University, Mr. Arpit Patel garnered substantial
expertise in corporate risk management, corporate tax, and business analysis. Presently
serving as a Control Senior Officer at Wells Fargo, Mr. Patel will share insights
during the event. His discussion will encompass common risk management frameworks,
the three lines of defense commonly employed in banking, and valuable tips to foster
early career Presenter(s): Mr. Arpit Patel, a Control Senior Officer at Wells Fargo. He has over 10 years of work experience in risk management, business analysis, and corporate tax. He graduated from Winthrop University in 2007 and obtained a MBA degree from Wake Forest University. A link to his LinkedIn profile is available here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arpit-patel-06289538/ Hosted by: Dr. Shirley Shen |
Carroll 221 (large lab on the second floor of Carroll Hall) |
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3/5/2024 |
11:00am- |
Spring 2024 Career Fair Description: Winthrop's annual Spring Career Fair is an opportunity for students and alumni to network with employers and explore career opportunities, including internships and full-time employment. During the event, attendees will also have the opportunity to receive a free professional headshot for their LinkedIn profiles. Professional dress is required. Hosted by: Michael Szeman, Associate Director of Employer Engagement and Internships | Center for Career Development and Internships |
McBryde Hall |
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3/6/2024 |
3:30pm |
Demystifying Financial Planning and the RIA Industry Description: Schwab Advisor Services works with Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) and they will be hosting this event that discusses the numerous jobs and opportunities that exist within the RIA Industry. This event will have a panel of four speakers that consist of owners and top-level executives at their respective companies. They will go over student development, the importance of being proactive, networking, etc. Panelist(s): Hosted by: Dr. Philip Gibson |
Whitton Auditorium |
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3/19/2024 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Resume Building Description: This is the seventh topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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4/09/2024 |
11:00am |
Tuesday's Top Ten Tips: Interviewing Skills Description: This is the eighth topic of an 8-part series over the 23-24 school year that will cover topics for students that will address and provide tips on professional development skills, which will emphasis on leadership skills, strategic thinking around skill building, and personal growth. Please note: You cannot receive credit for a topic that you attended this past Spring semester. Presenter(s): Professor Dave Zatz |
Thurmond 210 |
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04/16/2024 |
6:30pm |
Spring Business Panel Description: The event is a cooperative panel between a WU National organization, Future business Leaders of America and NextUp (a natuional organization for women in business. |
Whitton Auditorium |
