Global Biz Fest
The Global Business Center is celebrating International Education Week by hosting Global Biz Fest at the Foster School. October 23-25 will offer a variety of events for Foster School undergraduates, MBAs, faculty, and staff. This week is made possible in part by the federal Centers for International Business Education and Research program.
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| Tuesday, October 23 |
CISB INFO SESSION
12:30-1:20 pm, Paccar Hall, Room 456
Want to combine your interests in foreign language and business? Come here from students and staff about the award-winning Certificate of International Studies in Business (CISB) Program, and learn how CISB can help you prepare for a global business career!
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| Tuesday, October 23 |
IMMIGRATION NIGHT
6:30 - 8:00 pm, Paccar Hall, Room 294
Are you an international student? If so, are you interested in learning about current immigration laws, how to get company sponsorship, how to get a green card and more? Come to Immigration Night and hear from the experts!
Great speakers include:
U.S. Immigration Lawyers Cletus Weber and Elizabeth Peng, PENG & WEBER
Leana de la Torre, Student Adviser, Office of International Student Services |
| Wednesday, October 24 |
GLOBAL BUSINESS TRADE SHOW:
Undergraduate Competitions, Study Abroad & International Internships Fair
12:00 - 2:00 pm, Paccar Hall, 2nd Floor
Come learn about Foster School's global opportunities for undergraduates:
* International case competitions
* Global student clubs
* Foster School Exchange programs
* International internships
* Study abroad programs & Exploration Seminars
Past study abroad participants and current visiting students will be there to answer your questions.
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| Wednesday, October 24 |
GLOBAL BUSINESS TRADE SHOW:
MBA Study Tour & Exchange Fair
12:00 - 2:00 pm, Paccar Hall, Dempsey Gallery, 3rd Floor
Paris. Copenhagen. Shanghai. Cape Town. Find out where you can go during your MBA. Register your intent for international internships, ask questions about programs abroad and get answers at the Study Abroad Info Table.
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| Wednesday, October 24 |
SOCIAL MEDIA: FOR YOUR BUSINESS: JAPANESE BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES SERIES
5:30 – 7:30 pm, Anthony’s Forum, Business Hall
Come hear how some organizations, large and small, are leveraging social media beyond marketing to create multi-dimensional communication with supporters, customers, clients, and peer organization. Join us for presentations and panel discussion, of how some have achieved success, and how others are creating the new social media.
Presentations by: Microsoft, Starbucks, N2, PSPINC, Nikkei Concerns, Ivy Worldwide
Presented by the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington, Japan Business Association of Seattle, UW Foster School of Business, and UW Japan Studies Program.
Register Online
Admission: $15; Students: $5
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| Wednesday, October 24 |
FOSTER SCHOOL GLOBAL HAPPY HOUR
6:00 – 8:00 pm, Clever Bottle (2222 2nd Ave)
This is an awesome informal networking opportunity for all globally-minded alums and current students. Travel stories. International mingling. Clever prizes.
Limited spots available. Let us know your intentions. RSVP today!
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| Thursday, October 25 |
GLOBAL SCHOLARSHIP SCAVENGER HUNT
All Day, UW Campus
We are hosting a one-day Scavenger Hunt, where one Foster undergraduate and one MBA scavenger will win a $500 study abroad scholarship! All challenges must be completed by 10 am on October 26. The fun, challenge, and intrigue awaits you! Challenges will be announced on Thursday morning!
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| Thursday, October 25 |
FINANCING YOUR STUDY ABROAD
12:30 - 1:20 pm, Paccar Hall, Room 456
Foster undergrads, you already know you want to go abroad, now come hear how to pay for it! Hear from the Global Business Center, The Office of Financial Aid, the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards, and a Go! Scholarship advisor about how to fund your study abroad experience.
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| Thursday, October 25 |
MARKETING YOUR INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
12:30 - 1:20 pm, Business Hall, Room 233
When an interviewer asks “How did your study abroad experience prepare you for this position?” will you say: a. OMG I loved it! b. It was the experience of a lifetime! c. ate deep fried bugs and lived to tell about it. d. None of the above.
Learn how to translate your international experience into a language employers will understand. This workshop will cover interview techniques, social media presence, and provides resources to help you articulate your study abroad experience so you can stand out during the job search.
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| Thursday, October 25 |
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CAREER PANEL
5:30 - 7:00 pm, BAEEC 110, Boeing Auditorium
Speakers will talk about their experiences working in international business and the future of around the world. Open to undergraduates and MBAs. Featured panelists include:
Dr. Fariba Alamdari, VP Marketing, Boeing
Mark Coffey, Chief Investment Officer, Global Partnerships
Hiram Machado, CEO, Adaquest
Susana Murillo, Vice President, Country Manager Latin America/Canada/Spain/Portugal, US Bank N.A.
Rod Spencer, Director, Logistics, PACCAR
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| Friday, October 26 |
STUDY ABROAD PHOTO CONTEST - SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Did you study abroad and take lots of great photos? Submit them to the Global Business Center's Study Abroad Photo Contest to win prizes and have your photos featured in Paccar Hall. Read the details and submit online.
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