From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: July 9, 2025
Subject: July 9, 2025 - MBA Newsletter - Summer Edition!


Internship Opportunities for Fall 2025
(updated 7.9.25)


Students interested in applying for a Fall 2025 Internships (remote or in Cleveland) can review relevant MBA intern opportunities through the attached PDF HERE.

If you have questions or need support with your internship search, please schedule time to meet with Nicole Tischler or email her nxt341@case.edu. 


Miami Valley SBDC at the Entrepreneur's Center
Hiring 2 Full-Stack AI Developer, Global Trade Interns

This internship will assist in building a smart, AI-driven platform that leverages cutting-edge technologies—including Large Language Models (LLMs), autonomous data agents, and custom analytics workflows—to deliver export-related insights to Ohio businesses. The platform will integrate global data feeds and perform advanced summarization, risk assessment, and opportunity identification using natural language processing. As part of this initiative, you’ll help shape a scalable tool that brings advanced machine intelligence into the hands of real-world users in the trade and business development sectors.

This internship will take place remotely over 15 weeks, where the hired student(s) will work 20 hours a week, making $19/hr.
Open to international students! 

For more information on this position, please see the attached job description. 

To apply, please submit your resume via the following link by noon on 7/14/2025: 
https://weatherhead-cwru.12twenty.com/resume-books/6178


Great Lakes Brewing Company
Consumer Insights & Beverage Market Analysis Intern

Great Lakes Brewing Company (GLBC) is seeking a curious, motivated, and analytical graduate student for an internship experience focused on consumer insights and market research in the evolving adult and non-alcoholic beverage sectors. This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to explore the shifting preferences of under-25 consumers, assess adjacent beverage categories, and contribute directly to strategic product development conversations at a leading regional brewery.

This internship will take place at Great Lakes Brewing Company in Ohio City, but hybrid and remote options may be available. This internship will last approximately 6 - 9 months, with students working approximately 12 hours a week during semesters of study, and up to 40 hours a week during breaks. The compensation for this position is $30/hr. 
Open to international students! 

For more information on this position, please see the attached job description. 

To apply, please submit your resume via the following link by noon on 7/14/2025: 
https://weatherhead-cwru.12twenty.com/resume-books/6179

Program Updates


CLASS REGISTRATION REMINDERS
  • BUAI Electives: SIGN UP HERE to for the BUAI Waiver Exam. 
    Exam date TBD - anticipated in early August 2025.

    Exam study materials can be accessed via Google Drive folders:
    - SCMG 433 Class Notes
    - Additional Waiver Exam Resources
     
  • MGMT 467: Commercialization & Intellectual Property Management
    FINALIZED FOR FALL 2025!
    (Tuesdays & Thursdays - 4:25 - 5:50 pm)
    Students interested in taking this MBA Elective should register ASAP. There are less than 10 open seats remaining!
    *Email Liz if you are interested in this class. There is a time conflict with MBAC 501C that we are trying to work out so interested students can take this elective.*

FALL 2025 - IMPORTANT DATES
Please bookmark the 2025 - 2026 WSOM Graduate Academic Calendar in your browser

Refer to the official academic calendar prior to making travel plans. Students are expected to be available for midterm and final exams, as outlined in your class syllabi.
  • Mon, Aug 25: First day of Fall 2025 classes
  • Mon, Sept 1: No Classes/CWRU Closed - Labor Day Holiday
  • Fri, Sept 5: Last day to drop or add a class without financial penalty
  • Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17: Midterm Week for MBAC classes
    (elective midterm exam dates are determined by individual professors)
  • CORRECTED! - Mon, Oct 20 & Tue, Oct 21: No Classes - Fall Break
  • Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 28: No Classes - Thanksgiving Break
  • Mon, Dec 8: Last day of Fall 2025 classes
  • Tue, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 15: Final Exam Week
    (elective final exam dates are determined by individual professors)

Reimagining Skills and Digital Credentials with AI Open Skill Genome Project Final Presentation

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 | 12–12:50pm ET on Zoom

REGISTER HERE!

Join us for the culminating presentation of Open Skill Genome Project, a collaborative research initiative transforming how we recognize and verify skills in the AI age. Developed by Case Western Reserve University, the University of Pittsburgh, and the Digital Credentials Consortium at MIT, and supported by the Walmart Foundation, our project conceptualizes a decentralized, AI-powered, privacy-preserving system for Learning and Employment Records (LERs).

During this session, our research team will showcase a live demonstration of the prototype, designed to turn education, experience, and skills into verifiable digital credentials that support a more inclusive, secure, and agile workforce.

Event Updates for Summer 2025

Stay updated on all CWRU & WSOM Events through Campus Groups
 
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WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays

Your favorite free summer concert series returns this summer! Proudly Sponsored by First National Bank.

July Concerts:

  • July 9 - The Michael Weber Show
  • July 16 - Follow the Sun // Disability Pride Night
  • July 23 - Cream Camino
  • July 30 - Raquel & The Wildflowers

VIEW THE LINEUP
 

EVENT

Free Lunch & Learn Home Buyer Education Series

Thursday, July 10
1:00pm - 2:00pm
CWRU Wade Park Community Engagement Center, 11310 Wade Park Ave, Cleveland, OHIO 44106, United States
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Are you considering buying a home? Don’t miss this six-week home buyer education series,
designed to walk you step-by-step through the home buying journey—from budgeting and
credit to working with a realtor and understanding mortgage options.

Participants who complete all six sessions and a one-on-one financial counseling session
may qualify for a variety of down payment assistance programs, including:

$20,000.00 First National Bank grant: $15,000.00 toward down payment & $5,000.00 toward
closing costs (eligible areas)

$20,000.00 builder interest rate buy-down (New Construction in Circle East District)

$20,000.00 Greater Circle Living incentive (for qualifying Case Western University &
Cleveland Clinic Employees)

This is a perfect opportunity to gain the knowledge to confidently purchase a home with
up to $60,000.00 of instant home equity.

Sessions: 1-2 PM July 10, 17, 24, 31 and August 7 & 14
Location: In Person or Zoom available

CWRU Wade Park Community Engagement Center
11310 Wade Park Ave.
Cleveland, Ohio 44106-7410

Cost: FREE
Lunch will be served for in-person participants.
Register Today: www.realtyreimagined.org/workshopregistration/
RSVP

EVENT

tool[box]: PRO - Sewing Training, Gab

Tuesday, July 15
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Sears think[box] - Floor 3, Richey Mixon Building 11201 Cedar Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Come explore sewing with our Janome Memory Craft sewing machine!
Stitch a quick project from start to finish. In this workshop, you will be led by one of our awesome Student Technicians through the basics of stitching, fabric, and using the machine. This training is a great resource for anyone looking to use the think[box] sewing machine for the first time.

You will learn:
The capabilities and limitations of our sewing machine.
A beginner's overview of machine sewing, with a focus on different stitching types.
How to navigate the sewing machine interface.
What to look for when using the machine, as well as tips and tricks for troubleshooting common issues.

Important Notes:
All participants will make an instructor-lead project. If your goal is to complete a personal print or project, this training teaches skills that support that goal, but will not provide time or support for personal projects. Users can come in any time during our open hours to work on personal projects. Student Technicians are available during those times to help. Schedule a consultation for projects that need additional support.
This training is not mandatory for using the machine. You can jump right in by following our online tutorials.
Training is open and free for participants ages 8+. Participants 8-13 must complete training with an accompanying adult.
This class may be canceled if it does not reach its minimum required amount.
RSVP

EVENT

tool[box]: PRO - 3D Printer Training, Sean

Wednesday, July 16
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Conference Room 227, Floor 3, Richey Mixon Building 11201 Cedar Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Come explore 3D Printing with the Ultimaker 2+!
Make a small 3D printed object in PLA, learning to go from simple design creation to printing an object. In this workshop, you will be led by an awesome Student Technician through an introduction to basic 3D modeling, generating g-code for the 3D printer, and setting up and running the machine. This workshop will teach you the basics of setting up a file for 3D print success.

You will learn: 
The capabilities and limitations of our Ultimaker 2+ 3D printers.
An overview of Tinkercad, with a focus on designing for 3D print success.
How to navigate Cura to orient your model and choose the correct settings for printing. 
Sears think[box]'s system for requesting an SD card and purchasing filament.
How to set up your 3D printer for printing.   
What to look for when 3D printing, as well as tips and tricks for troubleshooting common issues.

Important Notes:
All participants will make an instructor-lead project. If your goal is to complete a personal print or project, this training teaches skills that support that goal, but will not provide time or support for personal projects. Users can come in any time during our open hours to work on personal projects. Student Technicians are available during those times to help. Schedule a consultation for projects that need additional support. 
This training is not mandatory for using the machine. You can jump right in by following our online tutorials.
Training is open and free for participants ages 8+. Participants 8-13 must complete training with an accompanying adult. 
This class may be canceled if it does not reach its minimum required amount.
RSVP

VISA Office Information

The VISA Office is open 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday, even during summer! We are located in Crawford Hall, Suite 215.

We have virtual chat advising available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11am to 1pm. Access virtual chat at https://case.edu/visa/international-students during posted chat hours. You are also welcome to contact us for an in-person, phone, or virtual appointment. Please schedule an appointment with a VISA staff member at https://case.edu/visa/about/make-appointment.
 

OPT & CPT Workshops

We completed our live Zoom OPT and CPT workshops for the spring semester.  These workshops will resume in the fall. If you're still planning to apply for OPT or CPT, you can view the recorded presentation which goes over the application process, student responsibilities, and other important considerations in detail.  You can view the presentation by going to our website and scroll down to "Practical Training Resources".

Location: https://case.edu/studentlife/healthcounseling/about/hours-location-contact-info
Appointments: http://myhealthconnect.case.edu/Student on phone, with timelycare logo

Care Anytime:

Non-urgent messages: myhealthconnect.case.edu.
TimelyCare 24/7 telehealth for mental health AND medical visits
Nurse on-call (after hours and on weekends): 216.368.2450
Counselor on-call (after hours and on weekends): 216.368.587

Liz Kalfas | Director, MBA Programs & Student Success
PBL 160M | liz.kalfas@case.edu | 216.368.0874 (office)
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkalfas/
Schedule an appointment with Liz

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