From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: January 15, 2025
Subject: Jan 15, 2025 - MBA Newsletter



Welcome back!

Please review the newsletter for some important dates and information.
Drop-in hours have been updated based on core classes, please stop by!
Or schedule an appointment outside of drop-in hours.
 


New Year, New Goals!
 
Get inspired by Weatherhead's Hall of Fame Inaugural Class Honorees
Checkout the highlight reel

Important Information for Spring 2025

Fri, Jan 24 - Deadline to "Drop/Add" a class (electives only) & tuition due.
**email Liz to check how it impacts your graduation requirements

SIS Registration Instructions

WSOM Graduate Academic Calendar

May 2025 Commencement Info
WSOM Graduation Application details will be emailed from the Registrar (Wendy Jelinek) beginning in late January/early February 2025.



 
Fowler Center Spring 2025 Business for World Benefit Clinic
Info Session - Wed, Jan 22 @ 5 PM in PBL 106

Join the Fowler Center for Business as an Agent for World Benefit on Wednesday, January 22nd at 5:00 PM EST in PBL 106 for an information session about our Business for World Benefit Clinic program for the Spring 2025 semester.

The program trains and supports teams of students to serve as researchers, project managers, and consultants for companies that aim to assess and improve their social and environmental impact.


For more information and to register
Event Updates for January 2024
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Date and Time: January 22, 2025, 12pm to 1:30pm
Location: The Union Club, 1211 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 

Register Here
 

EVENT

Spring Semester Welcome Party

Thursday, January 16
11:30am - 1:00pm
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Join Us for the Spring Semester Welcome Party!

The Office of International Student Resources & Engagement and the VISA Office invite you to the Spring Semester Welcome Party on Thursday, January 16, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the Tomlinson Lobby.

Enjoy delicious Danishes and refreshments while immersing yourself in the vibrant CWRU community. Meet fellow students and learn about exciting initiatives planned for the semester.

Whether you're new to campus or returning, this event is the perfect way to kick off the semester on a positive note.

We look forward to seeing you on January 16 for a fun-filled time of connection and celebration. Don’t miss it!

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NIL Workshop with the Cleveland Guardians

Friday, January 17
10:00am - 11:30am
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Are you a student athlete interested in developing your Name Image Likeness (NIL) pitching skills (no pun intended) and getting feedback from business leaders from the Cleveland Guardians?

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think[box] Application/Hiring Info Sessions

Friday, January 17
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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TBX is Hiring for the 2025-2026 Fall and Spring school year!

We are looking for innovative and motivated students from CWRU, CIA, and CIM to join the think[box] Student Technician team.

Interested, but want to learn more? Come to an information session! We will tell you about the job and the application process, and provide time for you to ask questions.

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EVENT

Weekly Dance Workshop

Saturday, January 18
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Village Dance Studio, 1677 E 115th St, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Undivided is holding weekly dance classes in Village Dance Studio! Open to everyone and all dance styles are welcome. Each week, we will have at least one beginner class and one intermediate/advanced class with voluntary class video opportunities. Check our Instagram Highlight to see how to get to the Village Dance Studio! CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THERE!!

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Mindful Activity Hour

Wednesday, January 22
1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Give your space a quick refresh by decorating a mason jar or picture frame with dried flowers at UH&CS’ first Mindful Activity Hour of the semester on January 22nd from 1-4 PM in TVUC’s Senior Classroom B.

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Guided Tour of the Cleveland Botanical Garden Indoor Glasshouse (Visit Madagascar and Costa Rica for an hour!)

Wednesday, January 22
3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Join us on a guided tour of our indoor Glasshouse Gardens! Visit the "Spiny Desert of Madagascar" and the "Cloud Forest of Costa Rica" in one 45-minute tour. Observe the sights, sounds, and smells of plants that have adapted to live successfully in these two very different environments. Escape the mostly chilly and dormant North East Ohio for a moment to immerse yourself if these green and growing indoor biomes, where banna trees, hissing cockroaches, free-flying birds, and blooming flowers await! Over the course of the tour, you'll learn about how plants naturally growing in Ohio compare to plants adapted to live in other climates.
 

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Spring 2025 Business for World Benefit Clinic Info-Session

Wednesday, January 22
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Spring 2025 Business for World Benefit Clinic - Info Session

Want to be a part of the journey of a business on a mission to make a positive impact, then this is an exciting opportunity for you!

Join the Fowler Center for Business as an Agent for World Benefit on Wednesday, January 22nd at 5:00 PM EST in PBL 106 for an information session about our Business for World Benefit Clinic program for the Spring 2025 semester. This program trains and supports teams of students to serve as researchers, project managers, and consultants for companies that aim to assess and improve their social and environmental impact.

The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students from any discipline or school at CWRU.

Register here for this Information Session to learn more about this program, hear about the cool companies participating this Spring, and learn how to apply to be a part of the Business for World Benefit Clinic.

Following is our Spring 2025 schedule:
Jan 22: Student Info- session and Applications are open
Jan 27: Last date to apply
Jan 30: Teams announced and connected with their respective client
Jan 31: Orientation (virtual)
Feb 3: Projects start
Feb 21: Interim project presentations (virtual)
Apr 25: Student Final presentations & Closing (in-person), 3-5 p.m. EST

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Spring Student Activities Fair 2025

Thursday, January 23
12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Join SA&L and over 200 student organizations as we venture "Into the Spartie-Verse" at our Fair Across the Universe!

Want to get more involved on campus? Not sure where to start? The Spring Student Activities Fair is a great opportunity to see a wide variety of student organizations and get more information on how you can get involved!

The theme this year is based off Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, and as you go from table to table, you'll explore various parallel universes. There will be prizes and giveways for students who register and check-in with the SA&L team.

If you have any questions, please email SSAF@case.edu.

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Cleveland Museum of Art Tour

Thursday, January 23
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Discover the treasures of the Cleveland Museum of Art on this exclusive overview tour! Whether you're an art enthusiast or just curious, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the museum as an academic and personal resource. You'll get an inside look at the extensive library, stunning art galleries, art garden, and more. Join us to uncover the stories behind the collections and learn how you can make the most of all the museum has to offer.

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Driver's License Info Session

Friday, January 24
11:30am - 1:00pm
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Join us for a comprehensive workshop on navigating the process of obtaining an Ohio driver’s license. We’ll cover essential steps, required documents, and helpful tips to ensure you’re well-prepared for the application process. Whether you're new to Ohio or just need a refresher, this session will provide all the information you need to get your driver’s license smoothly.

*Please register only if you plan to attend.*

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