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Welcome Back!
Introducing the first edition of CoB Connections for the 2023-2024 academic year. This bi-weekly newsletter is your gateway to staying informed about the latest happenings, exciting opportunities, and valuable resources available to you. Stay connected and make the most out of your academic journey with us!
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NACE Career Readiness Competencies
CoB programming is available to help you gain the eight identified essential skills and attributes needed for success in the ever-evolving job market. Read this newsletter to learn about opportunities to develop and hone these competencies to enhance your employability, make significant contributions to your organization, and navigate your career with confidence. Learn which skills are needed and which programs to attend to improve your marketability: CLICK HERE.
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Spring Antwerp Information Session
August 29 | 4-5PM | Virtual
Join Associate Dean Molly Brown to learn more about the spring semester in Antwerp. The spring semester will be exclusively for students who have declared the General Business Minor or wish to pursue it. For more information and the Zoom link, CLICK HERE or contact Associate Dean Molly Brown.
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Career Fair 101
September 5 | 5:30-7PM | D-Hall, Hall of Presidents
Join us to discover valuable insights on how to make your visit to the upcoming University Career Fair successful. Learn essential tips on preparing yourself, what to bring, and how to leave a lasting impression on potential employers. Do not miss this chance to gain insider knowledge that can elevate your career prospects! REGISTER TODAY
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Meet the Firms
September 6 | 5-8PM | Festival Ballroom
Accounting, Finance, and CIS majors, network with close to 50 top firms to discuss potential employment opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to connect with industry leaders and pave the way for a successful career. For a list of participating firms, CLICK HERE.
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College of Business Research Experience for Undergraduates
September 8 | Application Deadline
The CoB research experience for undergraduates (REU) program is now accepting applications for the fall 2023 term. This program will fund a student research assistant (RA) during the summer 2024 term to help faculty work on their own research. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
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CoB Student Org Night Recap
With over 30 dynamic organizations housed within the College of Business, you are bound to find the perfect fit for your interests and aspirations. Whether you are looking for opportunities to grow professionally, network, or unleash your leadership potential, there is an organization for everyone. For a list of CoB organizations, CLICK HERE and for HART School organizations, CLICK HERE.
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Semester in Antwerp - Seeking Current and Prospective General Business Minors
Effective Spring 2024, the spring semester in Antwerp will be exclusively for students in the General Business Minor or who wish to pursue it. Students who complete the program will earn a Concentration in European Business. Applications are open now! For more information, CLICK HERE or contact Associate Dean Molly Brown.
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Semester in Antwerp
Summer and fall semesters will continue to offer the four courses in COB 300 and are open only to students in BBA programs. Applications for Summer and Fall 2024 will open October 1. For more information, CLICK HERE or contact Associate Dean Molly Brown.
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Alternative Spring Break 2024
Seeking two volunteers to be group leaders for the 2024 CoB Alternative Spring Break in Denver, Colorado. If you are interested in being a leader, contact Erica Kann.
This trip is exclusively for CoB and HART School students and is limited to six participants. To be added to a distribution list to stay up to date about the trip CLICK HERE.
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Walk With Us
Seeking a relaxed yet informative career chat? Join us for a refreshing walk around Newman Lake any Monday (12:30 - 12:50PM) or Thursday (2:00 - 2:20PM) throughout the Fall semester. Get ready for relaxed yet insightful discussions covering topics such as internships, job pursuits, interviews, and more. Meet us in the EY Professional Development Undergraduate Programs Suite. To ensure we don't leave without you, REGISTER TODAY. Let's walk, talk, and grow together!
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Internship Search & Professional Networking Group Sessions
Seeking to gain valuable insights and learn how to network professionally? CLICK HERE to sign up for a small group coaching session to make sure you are taking the proper steps towards searching for an internship.
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Senior Job Search/Career Planning Group Sessions
Seeking to take the proper steps towards searching for a full-time job or mapping out your career path? CLICK HERE to sign up for a small group coaching session.
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Ask the Library
The library can help you find sources, get access to JMU subscriptions from off-campus, and more. If you have a question, don't think twice CLICK HERE to ask.
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Virtual Interview Rooms
M-F | 9-5PM | EY Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs Suite
The College of Business has virtual interview rooms for CoB students to reserve to ensure a quiet space for your interviews. Each room is equipped with a computer, camera, and microphone to facilitate your virtual interviews. RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY.
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JMU Career Closet
M-F | 8-5PM | Student Sucess Center 3rd Floor, Suite 3250
Get ready for JMU Career Fairs, interviews, and class presentations with our curated collection of professional work attire, available to all current JMU students for free. For more details, CLICK HERE.
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College of Business University Career Center Liaison
Every Thursday | 3-5PM | EY Professional Development & Undergraduate Programs Suite, Room 1013
Drop by and meet with Hadgu Hadgu, the University Career Center Liaison for College of Business (+Hart School) for valuable discussions and guidance on a wide range of topics, including career ideas, resumes, interviews, job searches, internships, graduate schools, networking, and more. No appointment is required.
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Molly Brown, Associate Dean
Antwerp/Study Abroad, Continued Enrollment, and Scholarships
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Betty Dailey, Administrative Assistant
Student Org Travel Arrangements
Schedule an Appointment
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Sam Collier, Director
Professional Development/Career Coaching
Schedule an Appointment
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Erica Kann, Assistant Director
Professional Development/Career Coaching
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