From: Elizabeth Kalfas
Date: February 5
Subject: Feb 5, 2025 MBA Newsletter


Spring 2025 MBA Program Reminders


The Full-Time MBA Program follows the WSOM Graduate Academic Calendar
MBA Concentrations: Review approved electives from past semesters - FA24 and SP25 in the MBA Electives Google Drive.
1st Year Students - SAVE THE DATE!

Fall 2025 Group Advising: 

Tuesday, March 18, 2025
*check your email for the Zoom invite!*

STANDARD MBA Students
10:00 - 11:00 AM

STEM MBA Students
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Schedule an appointment with Liz HERE

Downtown, February Happy Hour, Masthead Brewing Co

Date and Time: Thursday, February 6 · 5 - 7pm EST
Location: Masthead Brewing, 1261 Superior Ave E Cleveland, OH 44114
Register Here
Real Estate Panel Discussion and Lunch
Building Returns: Expert Perspectives on Real Estate Markets and Investing

Moderator
  • Prashant Tewari, Townsend
Panelists
  • Marc Weidner, Benefit Street Partners
  • Matt Frazier, Jones Street Investment Partners
  • Dan Walsh, Citymark Capital
Date and Time: February 12, 12pm, The Union Club
Location: Union Club, 1211 Euclid Ave 3rd Floor Cleveland, OH 44115
Register Here

2025 Investing in Your Career for Students Early Career Professionals
 

Date and Time: February 21, 11:30 am to 3:00 pm
Location: Corporate College, 4400 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights

Agenda

11:30-12:00pm Registration and Lunch

12:00-1:00pm Human Resources Panel

  • Moderator
    Jeff Stark, MAI, Portfolio Manager
  • Panelists
    Donny Ellesin, PNC, University Relations Liaison
    Kelly Sumey, Boyd Watterson, Human Resources

1:00- 1:45pm Networking

  • Networking with local companies and financial professionals

1:45-2:45pm Finance Professional Panel

  • Moderator
    TBD
  • Panelists
    TBD

2:45 - 3:00pm Research Challenge Winner will be Announced

Register HERE

Spring 2025 Career Fair Expo

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.

2025 Women's Leadership Luncheon

SPONSORED BY
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University

WHEN:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
11:30 A.M. to 2 P.M. EST

WHERE:
City Club of Cleveland
1317 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH

TICKETS:
A limited number of complimentary student tickets are available.
Interested students must complete this form by Friday, February 28.

LEARN MORE HERE & SPREAD THE WORD!

Event Updates for February 2025
Stay updated on all CWRU & WSOM Events through Campus Groups

EVENT

[KAH] Valentine's Candy Grams

Tuesday, January 28 at 1:00am
to Sunday, February 9 at 11:55pm
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SEND A GOODIE BAG & A MESSAGE (ANONYMOUSLY OR NOT) TO YOUR FRIENDS OR SOMEONE YOU SECRETLY ADMIRE ♡
RSVP

EVENT

Pursuing Public Policy: Career Pathways - Alumni Fireside Chat Presented by UChicago Harris and the Weatherhead Economics Society (WES).

Wednesday, February 5
5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Please register using this link: https://apply-harris.uchicago.edu/register/?id=c3a8c883-8131-4fbb-a2b9-f81a83576ef3

Join the Weatherhead Economics Society and the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy for a discussion with Harris Alum Jasmine Fryer, MA, MPP, about graduate and career pathways in policy.

Refreshments will be served.
RSVP

EVENT

Bicentennial Kickoff Celebration

Friday, February 7
12:30pm - 2:30pm
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In 2026, Case Western Reserve University will be celebrating its 200th anniversary. The bicentennial will honor the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future.
Join us for our bicentennial kickoff celebration on February 7, 2025, anytime from 12:30-2:30pm.
Enjoy a variety of exciting activities, including: Bicentennial swag giveaways, live DJ and music, light refreshments and a hot chocolate station, fun photo opportunities, pictures with Spartie the mascot, special Bicentennial ice cream made by Mitchell's, and the launch of our bicentennial website!

Please contact Lia Arbogast at lia.arbogast@case.edu with any questions.

To help us gauge attendance, please select which time slot you think you will attend (12:30-1:30pm or 1:30-2:30pm).
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EVENT

Intersection of Healthcare, Innovation, and Strategy

Friday, February 7
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Floor 6 Large Conference Room, Sears think[box] , 11201 Cedar Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106, United States
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Join us on Friday, February 7 as part of the Case Western Reserve University Entrepreneurship Speaker Series for a roundtable discussion with David Sylvan (EMBA '95), Chief Strategy, Innovation and Marketing Officer at University Hospitals, and President at UH Ventures.
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EVENT

Bicentennial Kick Off Pep Rally: Throwback Style

Friday, February 7
3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Come get ready to cheer on your men and women’s basketball team at this Throwback Pep Rally during the Bicentennial Kick Off. Get limited edition throwback jerseys (only students), grab some free food, listen to live entertainment, and have a chance to win some great prizes. Free admission and concessions at the basketball games with giveaways, Live DJ, and chance to win prizes including $100 gift cards and a TV!
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EVENT

Transforming Healthcare: The future of Digital Health and AI Innovation

Saturday, February 8
8:30am - 12:00pm
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Join us for an insightful program exploring the current uses and organizational deployment of digital health strategies. Highlights include:
The adoption of innovative digital tools from both clinical and patient perspectives.
An examination of technical, operational, regulatory, and financial considerations in digital health programs.
A deep dive into the expanding role of digital health in daily life and its future impact on healthcare delivery systems.
Discover how digital health is not just a trend but a vital imperative shaping healthcare's next chapter. Be part of the conversation and gain valuable insights into how this transformative movement impacts us all.
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EVENT

Linkedin Professional Headshots

Saturday, February 8
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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The cost for headshots will be as follows:
Students - $8
Faculty/Staff - $10
Either register on Campus Groups or at the door!
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EVENT

Job Scam Workshop for International Students

Thursday, February 13
1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Spring semester is a popular time for scammers to target international students with fake jobs. Learn how to spot these scams and what to do if you get caught in one. Featuring speakers from the Career Center, VISA, and OISRE.
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EVENT

Writing Resource Center Book Swap

Thursday, February 13
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Join us at the Writing Resource Center to celebrate national holidays Library Lovers’ Day and International Book Giving Day (both on Feb 14) with a book swap! Bring a few books you’re ready to pass on, find some new favorites, or just join us for a quiet place to read!

Registration not required - stop by anytime 6-8pm.
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EVENT

Free Student STI Testing

Friday, February 14
6:00am - 8:00pm
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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EVENT

Mindful Activity Hour

Friday, February 14
12:30pm - 3:30pm
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Show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day by taking a break and creating a selfcare kit at the Mindful Activity Hour on February 14th. from 12:30 PM -3:30 PM at the University Circle Incorporated Community Room (Address: 10831 Magnolia Dr, Cleveland, OH 44106). The blue link drops students off In front of the building.
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EVENT

Vision Boarding with Tri Sigma

Saturday, February 15
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Join us in planning out your 2025 & beyond with this fun and creative activity!
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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/

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