From: Weatherhead Graduate Programs Newsletter
Date: October 21
Subject: October 21, 2026 - WSOM Graduate Programs Newsletter


About the Grad Programs Newsletter

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You're receiving this newsletter because you're part of our MBA or Specialty Master's community. Each week, we'll share important deadlines, upcoming events, engagement opportunities, and ways to connect—whether across Cleveland, CWRU, WSOM, with fellow students, or with our alumni network.

Burnout Workshop

BE AWARE OF HIRING SCAMS!

Sadly, recruitment season seems to bring out the scammers who reach out to you appearing to be from legitimate companies with legitimate offers. When in doubt, please reach out to the Center for Career Success or Weatherhead Career Management Office and we will be more than happy to do research to help assure your offer is legitimate. You can always reach us at: careers@case.edu or wsom-cmo@case.edu. 

Identifying a scam job offer or posting is crucial to protecting yourself from fraud. Please review THIS DOCUMENT for red flags to watch out for and how to protect yourself!

GSC Professional Development Fund

GSC Professional Development Fund Opens
October 19th

The Professional Development Fund (PD Fund) is allocated annually by the Graduate Student Council (GSC) to support the professional growth of CWRU graduate students. It helps cover costs related to:

  • Registration, travel, and lodging for conferences or other professional events
  • Examination fees
  • Interviews for internships, jobs, and residencies
  • Professional clothing and equipment (scrubs, lab materials, etc.)
  • Other professional development opportunities as deemed appropriate by the VP of Professional Development and the GSC Professional Development Committee
All graduate students can apply beginning October 19th at 9 a.m. and ending October 30th at 5 p.m. For the application link (once the PD Fund opens), timeline, eligibility requirements, and other information, please see the Frequently Asked Questions sheet.

Please email any questions to gscinfo@case.edu.


The UCLA Center for HealthUCLAcare Management Case Competition provides healthcare management graduate students an opportunity to put what they have learned into practice. Student teams (up to four members) from around the world are challenged to provide solutions and recommendations to a real-time, real-world management challenge faced by a Southern California healthcare system. Teams have 88 hours in November to complete their analyses and the top eight teams visit Los Angeles to present their ideas to healthcare leaders in January. This format enables the exchange and dissemination of ideas, as well as professional networking.

FIRST PLACE: $12,000
SECOND PLACE: $8,000
THIRD PLACE: $4,000
FOURTH PLACE: $2,000

The deadline to register for the UCLA Center for Healthcare Management Case Competition is Monday, November 9, 2026.

Gary Lobaza
Dr. Linda Pittenger
Dan Herman
ETA

Get Free Access to the Osborne ETA Symposium!

Looking to expand your network in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition without paying for a ticket? Volunteer with us at the Osborne ETA Symposium on October 28th! In exchange for arriving early and helping direct attendees at session transitions or acting as an assistant, student volunteers receive free access to sit in on almost the entire event. It’s the ultimate opportunity to learn, meet industry experts, and give back to the student community. Open to all students!

👉 Reserve your spot on the Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet.

Contact reilly.tischler@case.edu for more information.

Microgrant
Student Project
Finance Club Speaker Series
Ever wondered how to make the most of a corporate compensation package?

WWIB Wine & WealthJoin Weatherhead Women in Business for an evening of wine, food, and practical insights on navigating total rewards.

We’ll cover:
- Sign-on bonuses & negotiation
- Stock options & RSUs
- 401(k) matching
- Health & executive benefits
- PTO
- Tuition reimbursement
- Understanding your total compensation package

Speaker: Claudia Diaz Singer
Claudia is a People & Organizational executive with extensive experience in HR leadership, talent strategy, workforce transformation, and executive advisory across organizations ranging from 8,500 to 30,000+ employees.


📅 Date: October 21st, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
📍 Location: TBA

🍷 Wine & food will be provided.
This is a 21+ event. Please bring a valid ID.

REGISTER HERE.

Come learn how to better understand, evaluate, and negotiate your compensation package while connecting with fellow WWIB members!
Weatherhead Women in Business is heading to Heritage Farms for their annual Pumpkin Pandemonium! Join us for a fun fall day filled with pumpkin picking, hayrides, and plenty of seasonal fun.WWIB Pumpkin Pandemonium
 
📅 October 24, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Heritage Farms
6050 Riverview Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264
 
🎟️ This event is exclusive to Fall 2026 dues-paying WWIB members.
 
For Fall 2026, WWIB dues are $30. While paying dues is not required to attend our regular WWIB events, members who choose to pay receive additional exclusive benefits and opportunities throughout the year, including:
 
- A Weatherhead Women in Business sweatshirt
- Access to exclusive WWIB events
- The opportunity to have your resume included in a resume book shared with businesses
- And many more opportunities throughout the year!
 
Questions? Please contact Jules Dotson at jxd851@case.edu.
GBSA
LE Site Visit



Join Weatherhead Women in Business (WWIB) and the Operations & Supply Chain Club (OSCC) for an exclusive tour and networking experience at Lincoln Electric!
 
During the visit, participants will split into two groups for part of the experience:
- WWIB will connect with the Women of Lincoln Electric to learn about their careers, experiences, and opportunities in the industry.
- OSCC will spend time with the Lincoln Electric Supply Chain team to gain insight into the field and explore potential career paths.


 
📅 Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Lincoln Electric Welding Technology & Training Center (WTTC), 22800 Saint Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44117
 
Need a ride? Meet us in front of PBL at 9:30 am sharp on the day of the event.

WWIB Mentorship Program Info Session
WWIB Mentorship

WWIB's Mentorship Program pairs Weatherhead undergrad and graduate women (and allies) with a mentor for hands-on career guidance, January–April.

Applications open Sept 21–Dec 4, 2026.

Come to our 10/08 info session to learn more before applying!

WWIB Dues







Dues include a Weatherhead Women in Business sweatshirt, access to exclusive events, your resume placed into a resume book sent out to businesses, and many more! Please contact Jules Dotson at jxd851@case.edu with questions!
OSCC
Wednesday, October 21
Start End   Event         Location
4:30pm 6:30pm GRAD: Study, Sip & Socialize Private Location (sign in to display)
4:30pm 5:30pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Online Conversation Hour Online Event
6:00pm 8:00pm “Wine & Wealth” Corporate Compensation Workshop Private Location (sign in to display)
8:30pm 9:00pm Free Fireworks Show! Private Location (sign in to display)
Thursday, October 22
3:00pm 5:00pm Institute for Population and Community Health Open House Warren E. Anderson MidTown Collaboration Center
5:00pm 6:30pm How to Launch and Ramp Up Your Company George Gund Hall at the CWRU School of Law, Room Gund 159
6:00pm 7:00pm Pitching Informational Event Private Location (sign in to display)
Friday, October 23
10:00am 2:30pm ISEB Grand Opening Private Location (sign in to display)
11:00am 11:30am Sears think[box] Tour Private Location (sign in to display)
12:00pm 1:30pm The Return of Scott Fine - Fireside Chat Private Location (sign in to display)
12:30pm 2:30pm MIDTOWN COLLABORATION CENTER FIELD TRIP Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 4:15pm Say My Name: Identity & Belonging Private Location (sign in to display)
Saturday, October 24
5:00pm 11:55pm Cedar Point HalloWeekends Private Location (sign in to display)
7:00pm 2:00am The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Private Location (sign in to display)
Sunday, October 25
11:00am 8:00pm Cedar Point Halloween Event Private Location (sign in to display)
Monday, October 26
3:00pm 5:00pm Tea and Chocolate Tasting Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 7:00pm Fix-It CLE Repair Workshop Sears think[box], Floor 2: Collaboration
Tuesday, October 27
10:00am 11:30am Teal Talk: How to Support a Friend Private Location (sign in to display)
10:00am 11:00am Meet SpaceX Engineers and Recruiters at CWRU — October 27 Private Location (sign in to display)
11:30am 12:00pm Sears think[box] Tour Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm Driving Innovation in Manufacturing Peter B. Lewis Building, Room 02
5:00pm 6:00pm Careers in Academia Panel Private Location (sign in to display)
5:30pm 7:00pm MIB GB #1 Private Location (sign in to display)
6:00pm 7:00pm RSM Private Location (sign in to display)
Wednesday, October 28
9:00am 6:00pm Osborne ETA Symposium Tinkham Veale University Center
10:00am 1:00pm Flu Clinics Fall 26 Private Location (sign in to display)
11:00am 12:00pm Lunch & Learn with Dr. Linda M. Pittenger Private Location (sign in to display)
1:00pm 4:00pm Mindful Activity Hour: Sticker & Magnet Making Private Location (sign in to display)
4:30pm 5:30pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Online Conversation Hour Online Event
4:30pm 6:30pm GRAD: Study, Sip & Socialize Private Location (sign in to display)
5:00pm 6:30pm Pizza and Research with Kelvin Smith Library Librarians Private Location (sign in to display)
6:30pm 7:30pm WCC Fireside Chat: What Kind of Consultant Are You? Private Location (sign in to display)
Thursday, October 29
10:00am 5:30pm Vote Early Day: In-Person Voting Trips Cuyahoga County Board of Elections (Meeting at Tink 165, CCEL office)
3:00pm 4:30pm Leading Well: The Well-Being Leadership Framework Private Location (sign in to display)
3:00pm 4:00pm Building Your Brand and Network with LinkedIn Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm Preparing for a Financial Emergency- Presented by PNC Online Event
Friday, October 30
10:00am 12:00pm WWIB x OSCC: Lincoln Electric Tour & Networking Private Location (sign in to display)
12:00pm 1:30pm Investment Banking Bootcamp - Everything You Need to Know Private Location (sign in to display)
12:45pm 2:00pm Fall Fest at KSL with Paws for a Cause Private Location (sign in to display)
1:00pm 2:00pm Weatherhead Trick-or-Treat Tour! Private Location (sign in to display)
3:10pm 4:25pm Spoken English Language Programs (SELP) Friday Conversation Hour Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 7:00pm Halloween Costume Help Desk: Fixes, Upgrades & DIY Masks Private Location (sign in to display)
4:00pm 5:00pm Building Transferable Skills as a Graduate Student Private Location (sign in to display)

MEET THE REGISTRAR: Wendy Jelinek, MNO

Weatherhead graduate students are invited to contact the Weatherhead Registrar's Office for questions related to registration, course offerings and academic policies.


Director of Registrar Services
Registrar's Office
150 Peter B. Lewis Building
waj2@case.edu

Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar

Full-time MBA and Specialty Master's Programs follow the "Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar". 3-credit hour courses also follow this calendar.

Online & Professional MBA Academic Calendar

Weatherhead's Online and Part-Time/Professional MBA programs follow the "Online MBA Academic Calendar". This is a different academic calendar than the "Weatherhead Graduate Academic Calendar" above and may apply to 3-credit hour courses.

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