Graduate School discussion

Scott Loveridge will present the essentials of graduate school this Friday (October 19) at 2:40 in Dewing 103. Scott is a professor in MSU's department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics and director of the North Central Regional Center for Rural Development. He graduated from Kalamazoo College in 1980.  Many recent K alums have benefited from his advice.

Topics for his session include:

Broad trends in grad education
Why grad school?
How to find a program
Academic vs. professional advanced degrees
Basics of standardized tests for grad school in the social sciences
How admissions committees look at standardized test scores (not as straightforward as you might think)
Pros and cons of “taking a break” from your education
Funding sources
Finding an advisor & advisor relationships
Application best practices & common mistakes
How to structure a visit to programs of interest
Best practices after you are admitted

More information on Scott Loveridge, see his MSU webpage.

He and other alums plan to participate in the CCPD's PDI Networking Reception later that afternoon.

SIP meeting

We will have a meeting for Juniors considering a SIP in Economics or Business, 2nd week Thursday during common time.

Thursday April 5th
11:30 am
Dewing 311

We will discuss SIP options and requirements. Internships for experiential SIPs will need to be registered with the CCPD this Spring. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about the SIP and we will have our 2012-3 SIP manual available.

Meeting for Students

The Department will hold a meeting for all students interested in Economics and Business Tuesday February 7 at 11:30 am in Dewing 305. Please come if you can.

Meeting for students

On Thursday May 26, 11:30-12:30, in Dewing 305, there will be a meeting for students interested in Economics and Business. We will discuss plans for next year, answer questions, and eat pizza.

Juniors (rising Seniors) will be able to get their SIP forms signed.

Last chance for 2011-12 SIPs

On Wednesday May 11 at 5 pm in Dewing 310, there will be a make-up meeting for anyone who missed the Economics & Business SIP meeting last week. Students who miss the meetings will not be permitted to write a SIP in Economics or Business.

SIP meeting

There will be a SIP meeting for anyone interested in doing a SIP in the Department of Economics and Business this Thursday, April 28, at 11:30 AM in Dewing 305

Homecoming week

Welcome back K College graduates!

Thanks to everyone who is contributing to this week's Professional Development Institute. This program, which started in our department as the "Business Bootcamp," is growing every year.

The alumni office has organized a lot of campus events and, of course, sports.

Say hi if you're on campus!

Senior Picnic

Seniors,
Today is the Senior Picnic at Professor Hultberg's house, starting at 4:30

Economics and Business Department Event

Majors, minors, and any students interested in economics and business are invited to a department get-together on Wednesday April 28 at 4 pm in Dewing 305. Come meet the faculty and your fellow students. Refreshments provided.

Careers in Sport Business

On Monday April 19,7PM, Dewing 103 the CCPD will host a panel discussion featuring alumni and other sports business professionals. For information on the speakers see the press release on Sports Business or the CCPD Careers in Sports Business announcement.

Our department is one of the co-sponsors of this event and I expect it will be of great interest to many students.

The talk will be followed by a dessert reception.

Professional Development Institute

Professional Development Institute
February 25 – 26, 2010

The Professional Development Institute is a continuation and expansion of the Business Boot Camp started by alumni of our department and coordinated by Tim Moffit and the CCD. It's now organized by the Center for Career and Professional Development and open across majors.

Schedule of Events

The PDI will offer an intensive professional development opportunity that will engage alumni and College friends in two days of events aimed at helping K students consider and prepare for life after K. Through reflection and discussion, résumé reviews, professional networking, Guild gatherings, mentoring/advising sessions, and a training for seniors on professional etiquette, students and career professionals will hone skills and deepen connections necessary for successful post-graduate pursuits.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

4:00-5:15p.m. Opening Plenary Speaker, Christopher S. Rollyson – K '82, accomplished management consultant, marketing executive, and founder of “The Executive's Guide to LinkedIn” will speak about the importance of using social media to develop and maintain professional connections. Location: Olmsted Room, Mandelle Hall.

5:30-8:00p.m. Senior Etiquette Dinner Etiquette speaker Sheri Welsh from Welsh and Associates will lead seniors through professional dining etiquette.


Friday, February 26, 2010

9-11a.m. – Networking Interviews, for students seeking to hone their professional self-presentation and preparedness for life after K. You’ll work one-on-one with a K alum for 45 minutes to receive discipline-specific advice and feedback through a résumé review, an industry specific conversation, and mock interview questions. Advance registration through K-Connect required

11-11:40a.m. – Stetson Chapel Community Reflections – Behind the Scenes – Everyone on campus has a back story – the rest of their life beyond campus – come and hear some of K’s most famous people share a bit of their story with you.

Noon – 1:30 p.m. – Guild Networking Lunch – Whether you’re an experienced Guild member or simply seeking more information or a first-step toward involvement, this casual lunchtime gathering will offer you the chance to connect with other Guild members. RSVP CCPD

1:45-2:45p.m. – Networking Interviews, for students seeking to hone their professional self-presentation and preparedness for life after K. You’ll work one-on-one with a K alum for 45 minutes to receive discipline-specific advice and feedback through a résumé review, an industry specific conversation, and mock interview questions. Advance registration through K-Connect required

2:45-4p.m. - Panel Discussion “If I Knew Then What I Know Now” K alumni share their reflections on how K prepared them for their post-graduate professional pursuits.

Please contact Amy Auer at amy.auer@kzoo.edu with any questions.

To register, visit the CCPD PDI webpage

Department event

Majors, minors, and any students interested in economics and business are invited to a department get-together on Wednesday February 10 at 4 pm in Dewing 305. Come meet the faculty and your fellow students. Refreshments provided.

Welcome

Welcome to the Department of Economics and Business at Kalamazoo College.

On Thursday September 17, we will be participating in the Department Fair for new students. (See your Orientation packet for details.)

Homecoming

Welcome back alums!

We hope to see many of you at the Homecoming Events. Do stop and say hello.

Lots of new things on campus: if you haven't seen the Hicks Center renovation, be sure to visit it. It's undergone a real transformation.

There are new ways for alumni to connect with students, faculty, and other alums. Several graduates of our department have returned to Kalamazoo to share their experience with current students. Many people are becoming involved in the new Business Guild, which is creating a network of K graduates, students, faculty, and friends who share a common interest in business. The business guild is sponsoring several events at Homecoming, so you can find out more. Or see the Guilds website for more information.

Department faculty will be holding a panel discussion on the financial crisis, Saturday afternoon at 4:30 in Dewing 103.

Understanding the Financial Crisis

This Thursday (October 16) the Department of Economics and Business will present a panel on the current financial crisis, at 4pm in Connable Recital Hall in the Fine Arts building. Professors Hultberg, McKinney, and Stull will speak briefly on the financial crisis and then take questions from the audience.

Followed by pizza and informal discussion.

Welcome

Welcome to Kalamazoo College!

The Department of Economics and Business will hold an information session for new students on Wednesday Sept 17 at 11:15 am in room 103 Dewing Hall. Come learn about one of the most popular majors at K from Professors Patrik Hultberg and Chuck Stull.

We'll also be at the department fair Wednesday afternoon in the library.

To see other events, you can download the complete 2008 orientation schedule (pdf).

Econ & Business Club

The newly revived Economics and Business Club hosted a successful "Welcome Back" party for students returning from study abroad. The club is organizing more events for Spring and for Fall-- watch for announcements.

Entrepreneurship: From Idea to Reality

Friday April 11, 6:30: Olmsted Room  Panel discussion on Entrepreneurship with four K alums.

Mike McFall, K 1994

Bruce Johnson K 1976

Chad Goodwell K 1992

Harry Gaggos K 2004

Saturday April 12, 4:00: Dewing 103, LAC on Entrepreneurship with a K alum.

Barry Smith K 1974