Upcoming Etiquette Event - April 8th

What: Virtual Etiquette and Networking Event

Cost: Free

Virtual Platform: HopIn

Date/Time: April 8^th, 2021; 11:30am – 1pm

Registration is required: Go.uncc.edu/Etiquette2021

While this year we won’t be serving up Chartwells’ chicken, the 2021 Etiquette and Networking Event will be serving you with pro tips on dining and professional etiquette! On Thursday, April 8^th, 2021, the University Career Center Executive Director, Dr. Patrick Madsen, will be conducting a dining etiquette presentation beginning at 11:30 am. The presentation will be followed by employer-led breakout sessions including topics on networking in the virtual world, mealtime interviews, and professional dress etiquette. This virtual event is powered by HopIn, and totally FREE - Help us hit our goal of 250 student participants and be entered to win Amazon gift cards!

 

Note: While we would like students to attend the full event, we understand class sessions may overlap. Please feel free to attend sessions as able! Professional attire is not required, but we do encourage attendees to wear business casual.*

Topics Include:

-      Virtual Networking Etiquette

-      Gratitude: How to Nail the Employer Follow-up

-      Professional Dress Etiquette

-      The Mealtime Interview

-      Small Talk 101

-      High-Tech Business Etiquette 

 

Out for Undergrad Business Conference

Are you an LGBTQ+ undergraduate interested in Business? Apply to the Out for Undergrad Business conference and join us for a weekend of education, opportunity, and inspiration!

O4U holds an annual conference for LGBTQ+ undergraduates who are interested in pursuing careers in business. Students learn about careers in their field of choice, meet mentors who are LGBTQ+ professionals in that field, build a supportive professional network, and connect with top employers in business, such as Goldman Sachs, BCG, EY, Microsoft, and more!

To be eligible, attendees must 1) be a current undergraduate student at a college/university and 2) self-identify as LGBTQ+

Apply today here!​ ​To learn ​more, come to one of our information sessions on 12/02 at 8:00 pm (EST) or 12/10 at 8:00 pm (EST). To secure your spot, make sure to ​RSVP​ ​here!

Application: ​www.outforundergrad.org/apply

Info Session RSVP: ​https://forms.gle/Xvk3GBgSjRbyjcPG9

Lunch and Learn Recap: Authenticity in the Job Search

On Tuesday, November 17th, we had our Authenticity in the Job Search Lunch & Learn! We were so excited to have the following professionals join us for this Lunch & Learn: 

• Dr. Natasha Randle (Director of the Belk Scholars and Business Honors Programs and a Clinical Professor in the Belk College of Business)
• Dr. Janaki Gooty (Associate Professor of Management in the Belk College of Business)
• Camille Stuart (HR Business Partner for SPX Flow) 
• Mitchelle Lyle (Senior Purchasing Manager for SPX Flow)

During this event, participants received advice on how to best showcase their identity during a job interview and how to make the best first impression possible when meeting with recruiters. Panelists also spoke about how to stand out in the virtual environment while also maintaining academic obligations. 

To find out when our next Professional Development event is, head on over to the Niblock Student Center calendar, linked here. 

We hope you all have a very Happy Thanksgiving break! Stay safe! 

Willis Speaker Series Event - Certainty in Uncertain Times - Oct. 27.

What? – Willis Speaker Series Event - Certainty in Uncertain Times - 5-6 p.m. Oct. 27.  Tosh Siao of Willis Towers Watson in Charlotte will present to students regarding Certainty in Uncertain times and Internship opportunities with Willis Towers Watson.

Why should you attend? – Tosh is one of the most successful Insurance Professionals in North Carolina and has a wealth of knowledge regarding how to succeed in your career!

Where do I register? – Register today at https://forms.gle/vLu5c3n12MwahY5v8

The WebEx link will be forwarded to you via meeting planner.  This is an important opportunity to build your network and hear from one of the best in the Financial industry!

Register today and stay focused on your future!

Lunch and Learn: Recap

By: Mansi Sodha

On Wednesday, October 14th, the Niblock Student Center hosted Thomas Guier. Thomas majored in Operations & Supply Chain Management at North Carolina State University. Following graduation, Thomas has held many roles at Target and currently serves as a Senior Operations Manager at Target. 

Throughout this Lunch & Learn, Thomas spoke about how COVID-19 has impacted the overall operations of Target and how the distribution center in Newton, NC has been able to keep up with the inevitable demand of a pandemic. Students also had the opportunity to ask Thomas about Target’s internship program and gain perspective about a career in operations and supply chain management. 

Thomas, thank you so much for your time and insight regarding this relevant topic in today’s time! 

If you missed this Lunch & Learn, please be sure to check out our Canvas page (linked below)  for the recording of this event along with many other professional development resources! 

https://belkcollege.uncc.edu/academic-programs/undergraduate-programs/current-undergraduate-business-students/career-resources

Our next Lunch & Learn will be on Tuesday, November 17th at 11:45am in which we will discuss authenticity in the job search. Hope to see you there! 

ALPFA at UNC Charlotte Presents: Resume Building & Virtual Networking Strategies

 

Amir Ismail from AIC Mindset will be leading a 45 minute workshop on Resume Building and Virtual Networking Strategies. For the second half of the event, students will be placed into breakout rooms where they will have the opportunity to engage in Q&A with a professional from Bank of America, Deloitte, and/or Wells Fargo.

RSVP Here!

PD Meet UP: Goal-Setting in Uncertain Times

It’s All About Management

On Wednesday, February 26th, the Niblock Student Center held the “It’s All About Management” event. During this event, Gerald Burgess, a UNCC Alum, spoke to students regarding his experience as an undergraduate student at UNC Charlotte, how his career path has evolved, and his experience thus far with pursuing an MBA at UNC Charlotte.

While at UNCC, Burgess majored in Management and International Business. He is currently working as a certified Project Management Professional and the Director of Strategic Sourcing at JLL. JLL is a commercial real estate company in Charlotte. Burgess says his primary advice for students includes learning another language, studying abroad, as well as internship experience. Throughout his time at UNC Charlotte, Burgess had the opportunity to do all of these mentioned, and he believes it played a huge role in his professional and personal development.

Thank you so much to Gerald Burgess for coming out to speak to our students!

Missed this event? Be sure to check out our upcoming events on the calendar here. 

How to Practice Self Care during Spring Break!

While Spring Break can be a very exciting time for others, it can also be overwhelming for some. Whether this be pressure with upcoming exams, commitments with organizations, or personal obligations, it is just as important now as any time to practice self care. Here are three tips to help you practice self care during Spring Break! 

1. Reflect 

Sometimes in the midst of looking forward, we can forget what we have already accomplished. Spring Break is a great time to see how far you have come this semester, and even this academic year as a whole. In doing this, it can also help you see how much you have achieved - you may even realize new accomplishments! 

2. Goal Setting

Spring Break is also the perfect time to set goals for the remainder of the semester, and even for the summer. Goal setting is a great way to visualize your goals and also create a mental map of how you will achieve these goals, this can make it a lot less overwhelming when you’re actually trying to implement these goals. 

3. Take time for what makes you happy

Most importantly, take time out for yourself. It is easy to get overwhelmed during the school year, so make it a point to take time out to do something you genuinely enjoy, even if it’s for just an hour. This is the perfect way to recharge yourself for the rest of the semester! 

Lunch & Learn

Another semester of Lunch & Learns! Lunch & Learns are a 1-hour session to learn about a specific topic with subject-matter experts, all while eating lunch! Keep reading to see the list of Lunch & Learns for this semester:

● Careers in Asset Management - February 18: 2:30pm-3:30pm
○ Registration link: https://webforms.uncc.edu/robert-niblock-scpd/lunch-learn-careers-asset-management

● Non-Finance Jobs in the Bank - March 19: 4pm-5pm
○ Registration link: https://webforms.uncc.edu/robert-niblock-scpd/lunch-learn-non-finance-jobs-banks

● Business Careers in the Healthcare Industry - April 8: 12:30pm-1:30pm
○ Registration link: https://belkcollege.uncc.edu/events/2020-04-08/lunch-learn-business-careers-healthcare-industry

All Lunch & Learns will be held in Friday 302! Please register in advance with the links provided above. See you there!

WHAT ARE PEER TALKS?

Peer Talks are a great opportunity to connect with student leaders for relevant topics that can help with personal and professional development. Led by the Peer Guides, Peer Talks will encompass an informal space to discuss topics and gain insight on a specific subject matter. Keep reading for a list of our Peer Talks for the semester!

● Cookies & Conversation with Out-of-State Students
        ○February 19th, 11:30am-12:15pm: Friday 307

● Let’s Celebrate: International Women’s Day
        ○March 10th, 12:15pm-1:00pm: First Floor Friday

● First in Flight: Navigating Studying Abroad as a First-Generation Student
        ○March 19th, 1:00pm-2:30pm: First Floor Friday

● Pizza with Peers: Build Your Personal Brand
        ○April 7th, 2:30pm-3:00pm: Friday 307

No registration required for Peer Talks! See you there!

Vocal Performance: Finding Your Perfect Pitch

The University Speaking Center Presents:

Professional voice over artist Susan Murphy, who has decades of experience in broadcasting and performance coaching, will facilitate her workshop on vocal performance, Finding Your Perfect Pitch. Her clients include American Express, T-Mobile, Bank of America and Weight Watchers— and it’s free for you!

**February 20^th (Thursday)

8:30am-9:45am

10:00am-11:15am

**Reservations required due to limited seating and location confirmation; please indicate which session with reservation requests: universityspeakingcenter@uncc.edu