From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: July 2, 2025
Subject: July 2, 2025 - MBA Newsletter - Summer Edition!



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!


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)
  • Thu, Oct 20 & Fri, 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)

Start Your 2nd Year Strong!
End of Summer Check-In

Join Liz Kalfas and Nicole Tischler for an end of summer check-in Zoom call to help you have a strong start to your 2nd year!

We'll be reviewing important academic and career services reminders to help you transition back into the academic year as you prepare to graduate in 2026!
 

ZOOM LINK

Meeting ID: 982 9384 3527
Passcode: 736906

*check your email for the Google Calendar invitation*

Internship Opportunities for Fall 2025 (updated 7.2.25)



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


2025 ROMBA Conference:
“Rhythm and Resilience"

New Orleans
September 25–27, 2025


LGBTQ+* MBA students and allies alike are strongly encouraged to attend. All registered students will have full access to conference programming, including the career expo hall, networking receptions, and professional development sessions. Learn more here.

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
 


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Discover everything that Cleveland has to offer with this informative two hour orientation session. Learn about neighborhoods, food and drink, outdoor opportunities, arts and entertainment, and more! FREE and exclusively for Engage! Cleveland Employer Members.

Date: July 9th, 2025

Time: 3:00-5:00pm

Location: Engage! Cleveland

(Inside Karpinski Engineering)
3135 Euclid Ave. Ste. 103
Cleveland, OH 44115

REGISTER HERE!


EVENT

tool[box]: PRO - Laser Cutter Training, Luke

Tuesday, July 8
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sears think[box] - Floor 2 Presentation Area, Richey Mixon Building 11201 Cedar Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Come explore the laser cutter, one of the most popular machines in think[box]!
Make a small, laser cut project from start to finish. In this workshop, you will be led by a Student Technician through basic digital file design, laser cutting setup, and running the laser cutter. Users will make a cut and engraved keychain. This class is a great resource for first-time users.

You will learn:

The capabilities and limitations of our Epilog laser cutters.
A beginner's overview of Corel Draw, with a focus on designing for laser cutting success.
How to navigate the Epilog Dashboard and Epilog Laser.
What to look for while laser cutting, 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

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat Training

Wednesday, July 9
10:00am - 11:30am
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Join us for an insightful 90-minute session on harnessing the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat! Designed specifically for work, Copilot Chat uses the latest AI models to answer questions, generate content, find information, and protect your data. And best of all, you already have access to it!

RSVP

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

Summer Serves: Ozanam Center Food + Clothing Distribution

Saturday, July 12
9:00am - 12:00pm
Private Location (sign in to display)
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The Father Michael Wittman Ozanam Center at Chambers Empowerment Center in East Cleveland provides access to food and clothing to those in need. Volunteers are needed to register and check in and out clients, sort and hang clothing, pack grocery bags, and offer hospitality.

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".

Locationhttps://case.edu/studentlife/healthcounseling/about/hours-location-contact-info
Appointmentshttp://myhealthconnect.case.edu/
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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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