September 1, 2020

NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
New! Baruch Forward: Fall 2020 and Beyond
Welcome to the Fall semester! In these unprecedented times, Baruch’s highest priority is protecting the health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff. All services provided by Marxe Career Services prior to COVID-19 will continue in a virtual format.

The Baruch Forward: Fall 2020 and Beyond website was developed to provide information to the Baruch community on the College’s plans for Fall 2020 and beyond. Here you will find access to valuable resources, support, and services for navigating Baruch’s primarily virtual campus.
New! Master of International Affairs Club (MIA) Executive Board Application 2020-2021

The MIA Club is committed to creating educational and networking opportunities for graduate students at Baruch College interested in international affairs and future MIA alumni. You still have until September 2, 2020 to apply for an E-Board position (President, Vice-president, Secretary or Treasurer). Apply now
New! Graduate Pride Society's Fall 2020 Elections

The Graduate Pride Society aims to represent the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex and Straight-allied graduate students in Baruch College, and help our members grow through professional development, civic engagement, as well as advocacy programming. Please help us select our next President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer on Tuesday, September 1 at 9:00 pm. Register by emailing: [email protected] and join the event via Zoom.
FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES
First Webinar is Today! Presidential Management Fellowship (PMF) 2021 Application Informational Webinars | 2 Year Leadership and Fellowship Program | Full-Time, Paid
 
PMF is an excellent way for students with management potential and public service motivation to start a career in the Federal Government and be developed into tomorrow’s leaders. PMF informational webinars will cover the basics of the program, the 2021 application cycle, and are open to all majors. The webinars will not be recorded or published. Register for webinars
 
  • Tuesday, September 1, 2020, 2:00-3:00 pm EST
  • Open to all disciplines
  • Tuesday, September 8, 2020, 2:00-3:00 pm EST
  • Open to all disciplines, focus on Scientific, Technical, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields
  • Tuesday, September 15, 2020, 2:00-3:00 pm EST
  • Open to all disciplines, focus on Public Health
  • Tuesday, September 22, 2020, 2:00-3:00 pm EST
  • Open to all disciplines, focus on diversity and inclusion
  • Tuesday, September 29, 2020, 2:00-4:00 pm EST
  • This session, a day before the 2021 Application opens, is open forum for questions. Open to all disciplines, but will not include a presentation.
Deadline is Tomorrow! Executives on Campus - 2020-2021 Academic Year-Long Mentoring Program | Apply by 9/2

The program connects Baruch students with professionals who help them develop their networking, interviewing, and other business etiquette skills to make them competitive in today's job market. EOC mentors are experienced executives (including many Baruch alumni) who volunteer their time to support, counsel, and serve as role models for mentees, including helping them define and achieve their career goals.
 Learn more about the program and application process here.
CUNY 90-day Upskilling Challenge

With its curated list of no-cost virtual skill trainings (which could normally cost you hundreds of dollars), the CUNY 90-day Upskilling Challenge will help you get the latest professional skills and knowledge to give yourself a leg up in your job search and help you shine to prospective employers.
MARXE CAREER SERVICES & PROFESSIONAL EVENTS
Today! How To Approach Your Career With Confidence | With GCMC Career Coach Tanuja Ramchal | Tuesday, September 2, 2020, 1:00 PM

Do you ever worry about finding a job or if you’re choosing the right field? In this webinar, we’ll explore how to approach your career with confidence so you’re not getting caught up in fear and second guessing yourself when it comes to your career. Register
HEA Pathways: Exploring Roles Beyond Higher Ed | Wed, Sept. 9, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM |Open to All Marxe Students

Did you know you can use your HEA degree to find a job outside of a college or university? The Marxe school boasts HEA alumni who work not only in higher ed institutions, but in education-related roles in nonprofit, government and the private sector. Hear from our alumni panel on how they found their current roles and how they've applied their HEA degree to their work. This event is held in partnership with the HEA Club. Register

  • Michael Brick, Senior Research Analyst at Institute for Higher Education Policy
  • Jonelle Gulston, Success Program Director at Bottom Line
  • James E. Bravo, Asst. Director of Fellow Success/9th Grade Program Mgr, TEAK Fellowship
  • Matthew Gulliford, VP, Strategic Partnerships, Qaspir Educational Technology
New! Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Alumni Panel | Presented by NASPAA Career Professionals Group and the Presidential Management Alumni Association (PMAA) | Friday, September 11, 2020, 12:00 PM EST

PMF is a prestigious 2 year fellowship with the federal government. Hear the personal stories and experiences of a distinguished panel of NASPAA
-school alumni who are currently serving as Presidential Management Fellows. Moderated by Maria De Fazio (PMF ’11), Executive Director, PMAA. Register

• Davis Braun (MPA ’19), Bureau of Reclamation
• Celena Snoddy (MPA ’18), National Institutes of Health
• Rachel Lowenstein (MPA ’18), Department of Veterans Affairs
• Caroline Milliken (MCRP/MPP ’19), USDA Food and Nutrition Services
• Alec Vandenberg (MPA ’20), Health and Human Services
• Josh Houston (MPA ’18), Center for Disease Control
LGBTQ+ Job Search 101 with Matthew French | Thursday, September 17, 2020, 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Calling all LGBTQ+ students and alumni! Are you in the job or internship search and not sure how to start? Then this is the event for you! Learn the basics of searching for inclusive employers, connecting to mentors on LinkedIn, framing your LGBTQ+ experiences on your resume and resources to help you along the way. Attendees will be able to ask questions following the presentation. This event is open to all CUNY students and alumni. Register
New! Ergonomic Work-At-Home Workshop | Hosted by Marxe Career Services and co-sponsored by the Baruch MPA Club and HEA Club | Friday, September 18, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

As we start the academic year virtually, come learn about the optimal ergonomic set up for working or studying from home. Sejal Vejas from Metro Sports Physical Therapy will go over work set ups and stretching exercises to help when sitting at a home office desk. We'll leave time for Q & A. Submit questions in advance in the RSVP below if you'd like. All Baruch graduate students welcome. We will record this for those who cannot make it live. Register
Baruch Alumni Career Chat with Yoshimi Muto, MS '91, Sr. Human Resources Business Partner, The World Bank | Tuesday, September 22, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Marxe Career Services offers a series of career chats with one alumnus/a from the Marxe School or from Baruch's larger alumni community in order to provide current students with an opportunity to speak in depth about a professional's career trajectory, current role and to receive career advice. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Yoshimi Muto, MS '01, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at The World Bank! Register
New! Montefiore Health System Employer Information Session | Tuesday, September 29, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 PM

Montefiore Medical Center is nationally recognized for clinical excellence—breaking new ground in research, training the next generation of healthcare leaders, and delivering science-driven, patient-centered care. Speakers include: Dana Politis, Director, Community Workforce Programs and Victor Kim, Senior Recruiter. Dana and Victor will provide an overview of Montiefore, discuss internships and full-time opportunities, and explain how Montiefore's hiring process works. Register
BARUCH EVENTS
New! The (URA) Public & Nonprofit Management Class & the MPA Club Present a Guest Lecture Leading During Crisis: Making Parks Available to New Yorkers | Thursday, September 10th, 7:30 - 9:00 PM EST

Guest speaker Stephanie Ehrlich, Executive Director,, Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and, Park Administrator,, NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation will describe taking the reins at Van Cortlandt Park shortly after the outbreak of COVID-19. Stephanie explains how, with Board and staff, she developed a plan of action to keep the organization afloat, while supporting program staff as they adjusted to offer programming throughout the crisis and beyond. RSVP
New! The (UTA) Public & Nonprofit Management Class & the MPA Club Present a Guest Lecture Policymaking during the COVID 19 Crisis: Protecting and Supporting Children and Families in St. Louis | Tue. September 15th, 7:30 - 9:00 PM EST

Guest speaker Wilford Pinkney, Director of Children, Youth &, Families, Mayor’s Office, City of St. Louis In this talk, Wil Pinkney will discuss his efforts to provide the critical resources and support necessary to help children and families in the City of St. Louis overcome the challenges posed by COVID 19. He will also explain how the mayoral administration has and will reform government institutions in response to the Black Lives Matter movement. RSVP
OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS
New! NYPD Police Communication Technician Career Spotlight CS 101 Information Session | Friday September 4, 2020, 3:00 - 5:00 PM | Register
New! Green Careers - Non-Profits in Sustainability | GreenHomeNYC | Tues., September 8, 2020 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EDT | Register
New! Careers in Advisory at KPMG | Tue. September 1st, 3:00 - 3:45 PM EST and Thu. September 3rd, 8:00 - 8:45 PM EST
Columbia University Virtual Healthcare Administrative Fellowship Fair 2020 | Fri, September 11, 2020, 12:00 – 4:00 PM EDT | Register for $10
DHS is Hiring - Students and Recent Graduates | Department of Homeland Security | Wednesday, September 23, 2020, 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Register