From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: February 26, 2025
Subject: February 26, 2025 MBA Newsletter


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Careers in Financial Services - Equitable Advisors


Interested in a career in Financial Services? Join us virtually to learn about Equitable Advisors, and what it would be like to begin your career with them. You'll hear from panelists who are some of our brightest teammates as they discuss their career paths, how they got started, and how the support from their families and communities helped them get to where they are today.
 

Spring 2025 Career Fair Expo

CLICK HERE for Companies Recruiting for Internships with Open Positions

Please mark your calendars for the Spring 2025 Career Fair and Graduate School Expo! To be held on Friday, February 28th, 2025 from 10am-2pm. Registration is now open and the full list of employer and admission reps is listed.

CWRU 2025 Career Fair and Graduate School Expo is an event for current students and alumni of Case Western Reserve University. The Expo will be held in the Veale Athletic and Convocation Center Field House. This event is an opportunity for students to meet with recruiters for hiring opportunities. 

Employers will be recruiting students of all majors for all kinds of opportunities, including internships, co-ops, practicum, and/or full time jobs. Employers typically send CWRU alumni as representatives, so this is a great networking opportunity, even if you're not in the market for a position.

Don't hesitate to register here if you are interested!
Students can enjoy discounted tickets of $20 with code "CWRUSTUDENT".

Date and Time: Thursday, April 24, 2025, 8 am - 5 pm
Location: Tinkham Veale Center, 11038 Bellflower Road, Cleveland

CFA Institute Global Career Week
March 18 - 20, 2025

This March, CFA Institute is hosting the first Global Career Week, a transformative three-day virtual event designed to empower the students to successfully navigate the various career paths in the evolving finance and investment industry.

Over the three days, students will hear the latest hiring trends and understand what employers are seeking, explore the available learning offerings and equip themselves with the knowledge they need to succeed, and connect with global influential leaders to broaden their understanding of finance industry.

Complimentary Registration Here

Spring 2025 CPT and OPT workshops

CPT WORKSHOPS:
You can watch a recording of the CPT Workshop online here or you can register to attend a live Zoom session hosted by an advisor with the VISA Office.

Please click on a session below to register and access the Zoom link:
Tuesday, March 25, 9:00 - 10:00 am: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Friday, April 18, 10:00 - 11:00 am: Webinar Registration - Zoom

OPT WORKSHOPS:
A recorded OPT workshop is available for viewing here.  Please click on a session below to register and access the Zoom link for a live session:

Friday, February 28, 2:00 - 4:30 pm: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Wednesday, March 12, 3:00 - 5:30 pm: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Thursday, April 3, 2:00 - 4:30 pm: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Tuesday, April 22, 4:00 - 6:30 pm: Webinar Registration - Zoom
Friday, May 2, 11:30 - 1:30 pm: Webinar Registration - Zoom

*Students can also always access and view the CPT, OPT and STEM OPT presentations online at any time from https://case.edu/visa/forms-and-resources/student-forms-and-resources

 
 
Sprintax Offers Tax Webinars to Prepare for Tax Filing Season

The VISA Office partners with the tax experts at Sprintax, who offer tax filing services to international students and scholars who are considered non-residents for tax purposes. The Sprintax team will be hosting a series of free one-hour tax webinars during tax season. You can find details and registration links below:

Wednesday, March 19, 2pm ET - Register here
Wednesday, March 26, 1pm ET - Register here
Thursday, April 3, 3pm ET - Register here
Thursday, April 10, 12pm ET - Register here
Monday, April 14, 1pm ET - Register here

For more information and resources, go to https://www.sprintax.com/
Event Updates for February & March 2025
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EVENT

Resume & LinkedIn Workshop

Thursday, February 27
11:30am - 12:30pm
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Join us to learn tips and tricks to perfect your resume and LinkedIn profile and get personalized feedback on your own resume and LinkedIn profile before the career fair!

Snacks will be provided!
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Strategic Networking and Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn

Thursday, February 27
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Floor 1 Activity Room B, Sears think[box] , 11201 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Join us on Thursday, February 27 as part of the Case Western Reserve University Entrepreneurship Skills Lab Series for a workshop on Strategic Networking and Leveraging the Power of LinkedIn with Michelle Halloran, Executive Career Coach and Professional Development Consultant at Michelle Halloran Consulting.
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LinkedIn Professional Headshot Workshop

Saturday, March 1
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tink Senior Classrooms A & B, 11038 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OHIO 44106, United States
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Come get your professional LinkedIn/Professional Headshots taken!
- $5 for students
- $7 for staff members
- 2 headshots per person

NOTE: The edited headshots will be returned to all attendees within 7-10 days, but raw, unedited images may be available earlier upon request.
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Text Analysis in Python

Monday, March 3
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Learn how to measure and analyze emotions and opinions within text data using Python. This workshop focuses on Sentiment Analysis, a powerful technique for understanding how people feel about topics, products, or events through their words.
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Therapy Dogs

Monday, March 3
1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Kelvin Smith Library will host a visit with therapy dogs on Monday, March 3, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on the first floor.

Build a study break into your day and stop by the library to visit with a few furry friends. Therapy dogs are meant to provide affection, comfort and support to those who need it.
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Light the Campus

Monday, March 3
5:00pm - 6:30pm
KSL Oval (Rain location: Thwing Atrium), 11055 Euclid Ave. , Cleveland, OHIO 44106, United States
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Each year, CWRU lights a part of campus to remember community members or their loved ones who have passed away. Students, faculty and staff can submit names to be read during the ceremony.

Light the Campus ceremony will be held in-person on Monday, March 3rd at 5:00pm in the KSL Oval.

In addition to lighting the trees during the ceremony, students, faculty and staff can enjoy light snacks and beverages in Thwing after the ceremony.

We are also searching for volunteers to assist with reading names and distributing candles during the event.

To submit a name, order a candle or sign-up to volunteer please complete this form: https://cglink.me/2cS/s95198
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Pitch Playground

Monday, March 3
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Born from the request of a student, Pitch Playground was created to help students practice pitching without the pressure of competition. Pitching isn't just for presenting a business plan. In fact, we use it every day! We pitch to our parents for when we want a "sweet little treat". We pitch ourselves to potential employers. We even pitch our ideas and projects in our classes for good grades! Learning to pitch means being able to effectively communicate in order to compete for the rarest of resources - attention and engagement.

Join us on Monday, March 3  for Pitch Playground. Teams and individuals who register for this event will have the opportunity to pitch their idea and get real time feedback from experts and mentors in our network. Cash prizes will be available to first and second place winners!

We highly encourage spectators! Learning from other people's pitches is just as valueable as pitching itself.

Please note that pitches will be limited to 2 minutes and our mentors will have 5 minutes to ask questions and give feedback. 
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EVENT

Free Student STI Testing

Wednesday, March 5
11:00am - 2:00pm
TVUC Second Floor Conference Room, 10900 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44106, United States
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University Health & Counseling Services along with the Cuyahoga Board of Health will be offering FREE and confidential STI testing to all students. Undergraduate, graduate and professional students from CWRU, CIA and CIM are welcome to attend.
STI testing will take place on a walk-in basis. No appointment necessary.
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H-1B Presentation Hosted by the VISA Office

Wednesday, March 5
12:30pm - 2:30pm
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International students and the campus community are invited to learn from a local immigration expert about the process of obtaining an H-1B visa & about networking opportunities from Global Cleveland.

This workshop is designed to help students understand the process of transitioning from F-1 status on OPT to an H-1B. Other visa types may be covered in brief, as well.
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Creating Value with the Value Proposition Matrix

Thursday, March 6
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Floor 1 Activity Room B, Sears think[box] , 11201 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Join us on Thursday, March 6 as part of the Case Western Reserve University Entrepreneurship Skills Lab Series for a workshop on Creating Value with the Value Proposition Matrix with Andrea Navratil, Director of New Ventures at MAGNET.
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Healthy Habits Challenge: Beginner Yoga Class

Monday, March 17
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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As part of week three of the March Healthy Habits Challenge, UH&CS is offering a beginner yoga class taught by an instructor from One To One. This class focuses on the foundational poses of yoga, proper alignment, and breathing techniques with a slower pace.  Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mats as we cannot provide mats for this class.

If you would like to participate in this particular yoga class, you must sign up for the March Healthy Habits Challenge. You can sign up for the challenge by copying and pasting this URL into your web browser (https://cglink.me/2cS/r2265698).
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EVENT

Securing Federal Jobs: Resume Writing Workshop

Tuesday, March 18
10:00am - 11:00am
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Learn how to craft a federal resume that stands out! This workshop will guide you through the unique requirements of federal job applications, including formatting tips, highlighting key skills, and tailoring your experience to meet government hiring standards. Gain the tools you need to confidently navigate the federal hiring process and secure your dream job in public service.
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Mindful Activity Hour: Mini Zen Gardens

Wednesday, March 19
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join UH&CS on Wednesday, March 19th from 1PM - 4PM in the TVUC Senior Classroom B for an afternoon crafts. This Month’s featured craft is creating a mini Zen Garden. In addition, there will be the usual mindful activities, play-doh, coloring, puzzles, etc.
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Planning Your Startup's Future Through Financial Modeling

Thursday, March 20
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Floor 1 Activity Room B, Sears think[box] , 11201 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Join us on Thursday, March 20 as part of the Case Western Reserve University Entrepreneurship Skills Lab Series for a workshop on Planning Your Startup's Future Through Financial Modeling with Phelan Spence, Financial Analyst and Services Manager at JumpStart Inc.
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Fireside Chat: Dean Mueller, President & Owner, Dealer Tire

Thursday, March 20
5:30pm - 7:00pm
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Join us for an engaging Fireside Chat with Dean Mueller, President and Owner of Dealer Tire, as he shares insights from his journey in private equity-backed business growth, acquisitions, and leadership. This conversation is designed for aspiring Entrepreneurship-Through-Acquisition (ETA) professionals eager to learn about industry selection, scaling businesses, financing strategies, and building a winning company culture. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable lessons from an industry leader!
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Liz Kalfas | Director, MBA Programs & Student Success
PBL 160M | liz.kalfas@case.edu | 216.368.0874 (office)
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