Student Organization Information Sheet_2

Student Organization Information Sheet Kyle Piazza http://www.rso.wmich.edu/adclub/ AdClub kyle.b.piazza@wmich.edu Advisor: Mr John Weitzel (john.weitzel@wmich.edu) The WMU AdClub is a registered student organization dedicated to providing professional and social networking opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in the advertising industry The AdClub hosts industry speakers on a weekly basis throughout the academic year, as well as attending various career conferences in Detroit, Chicago, and New York City A major initiative of the WMU AdClub is the distribution of a resume book, which is distributed to 75+ advertising firms throughout the U.S The WMU AdClub is also a collegiate chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF), the largest and oldest advertising trade association in the U.S., representing 50,000 professionals in the industry (www.aaf.org) American Marketing Association Luke Hutchings http://www.rso.wmich.edu/ama (AMA) luke.t.hutchings@wmich.edu Advisor: Dr Ron Larson (ron.larson@wmich.edu) The American Marketing Association of Western Michigan University is a professional student organization whose purpose is to expand students’ understanding and interest in all facets of marketing beyond that of academic experience by providing professional, social, and service activities for our members We provide our members with the skills, knowledge, and experience they need to be competitive in today’s corporate environment The WMU American Marketing Association invites professionals from every industry to come and speak to our members, at bi-monthly meetings, about marketing and opportunities in the companies The WMU American Marketing Association also competes in the national case competition and has been a top finalist several times in recent years Association for Operations Management Rian Caldwell wmuapics.blogspot.com (APICS) wmuapics@gmail.com Advisor: Dr Bret Wagner (bret.wagner@wmich.edu) The student chapter of APICS (Advancing Productivity, Innovation, and Competitive Success) holds regular meetings that cover career preparation, presentations by business professionals, company visits and social activities The ASC (APICS Student Chapter) has been able to develop into a strong organization with high commitment from its members because of the relationship it has with the professional parent chapter This guidance has developed a well-organized ASC that provides its members with incredible speakers, tours, and networking opportunities at the local and regional level Beta Alpha Psi Kelly Brown http://www.rso.wmich.edu/bap (BAP) wmu.bap.president@gmail.com Ms Dawn Mason (dawn.mason@wmich.edu) Beta Alpha Psi is an international professional honorary organization for accounting students BAP strives to recognize outstanding academic achievements in the fields of accounting, finance, and information systems We also promote the study and practice of professional fields related to these disciplines While membership implies past academic achievements, emphasis in the organization is on professional development of its members and interaction between members and practicing financial professionals Active involvement is required and helps prepare members for the leadership roles they will assume during their careers Social activities and community service provide a lighter side of campus life and encourage networking among members Business Technology Network RV S Mendoza http://www.rso.wmich.edu/btn romualdvictor.s.mendoza@wmich.edu (BTN) Advisor: Dr Bernard Han (bernard.hand@wmich.edu) Business Technology Network offers opportunities for student leadership experience, partnerships with industry and integrating technology into the curriculum and professional events BTN provides great networking opportunities and is a wonderful way for you to develop and grow in the information technology field Semester events are planned for active members Events include plant tours, general meetings, guest speakers from various IT professionals and professional events Members have the opportunity to become leaders in the industry through events that are supported by partnerships with industries, the government and the university Delta Sigma Pi Giovanni Roberto http://www.dspwmu.com (DSP) giovanni.roberto@dspwmu.com Advisor: Mrs Barb Sagara (barbara.sagara@wmich.edu) Delta Sigma Pi is a professional fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities; to encourage scholarship, social activity and the association of students for their mutual advancement by research and practice; to promote closer affiliation between the commercial world and students of commerce, and to further a higher standard of commercial ethics and culture and the civic and commercial welfare of the community Entrepreneur Club Matt McCrossen http://wmich.collegiatelink.net/organization/entrepreneurclub westerneclub@gmail.com Advisor: Dr John Mueller (john.mueller@wmich.edu) The entrepreneur club seeks to understand all aspects of starting and growing a business Students who may desire to start their own business someday can explore entrepreneurship through internships, mentorships, business plan competitions, and networking Nathan Pesch http://wmich.collegiatelink.net/organization/fspwmich Financial Services Club nathan.w.pesch@wmich.edu Advisor: Dr Judy Swisher (judy.swisher@wmich.edu) We are a group whose aim is to foster and create awareness for client facing positions in the financial services industry This means that we are working to build the personal financial program, and touch on other areas including: accounting, estate planning, and insurance We have partnered with the Society of Finance Service Professionals (SFSP), National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA), and the Financial Planning Association to make this a reality The FSC strives to bring in financial professionals to come and speak about a broad range of finance careers These professionals will explain what it takes to get a job in their sector and give you an insider prospective of the daily activities of what it is that they Updated January 2013 Student Organization Information Sheet http://wmich.collegiatelink.net/organization/fma_facebook_page Lucas Bodine Advisor: Dr Onur Arugaslan (onur.arugaslan@wmich.edu) Financial Management Association lucas.j.bodine@wmich.edu The Financial Management Association is a professional organization of financial executives, analysts, professors, and students who live and work in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Dallas, Hong Kong, London, and Montreal – in fact, all around the world Financial Management Association is the only organization that has been successful in bringing together students, professors, and professionals for their mutual benefit Membership in the Financial Management Association establishes you as an integral part of an important network of finance professionals and demonstrates your commitment to the profession Food Marketing Association Frankie Soave http://www.wmufma.org/default.aspx (FMA) francesca.m.soave@wmich.edu Advisor: Dr Frank Gambino (frank.gambino@wmich.edu) Western Michigan University’s Food Marketing Association exists to facilitate interaction between food industry representatives and students to provide opportunities for networking among its members By focusing on the long term goals of business students and the needs of employers, the Food Marketing Association will leverage its influence to create a community amongst its members and opportunities for their success We hold true to our mission statement; it forms and bonds the organization Global Business Students Association Nicholas Dambro http://www.rso.wmich.edu/gbsa (GBSA) gbsawmich.edu Advisor: Ms Zahida Luqmani (zahida.luqmani@wmich.edu) The mission of GBSA is to explore the unique challenges and opportunities of global business by gaining a better understanding of different cultures and business practices GBSA welcomes students from all majors Management Student Organization Samantha Goettling http://www.rso.wmich/edu/mso (MSO) samantha.i.goettling@wmich.edu Advisor: Dr Tim Palmer (timothy.palmer@wmich.edu) The purpose of the Management Student Organization (MSO) is to promote character and leadership development, academic achievement, and lifelong bonds The roles of this organization includes coordinating, training, guiding, counseling, supporting, and assisting management students to function effectively and to enhance overall quality of students’ lives MSO also brings recruiters from well-known companies into HCoB to present and recruit for internships and job opportunities MSO is an excellent networking opportunity; we conduct a number of social events Most importantly, MSO gives students the opportunity to develop relationships and seek advice from members of the faculty, recruiters and fellow MSO members who share the passion to lead David Toth http://www.rso.wmich.edu/phichitheta Phi Chi Theta wmupctpresident@gmail.com Advisor: Dan Young Phi Chi Theta is a nationally known, co-ed business fraternity The fraternity focuses on making you the best professional you can be We focus on resume critiques, teaching you interviewing skills, professional events, and networking Our members are successful in a wide variety of businesses We travel to different cities each semester to expand out networks and meet new companies As a member of the fraternity you will become a leader, a successful business person, an active member in the community, and create lifelong friendships We also have fun through social events and intramural sports http://www.wmich.edu/business/fmk/students/index.html Sigma Phi Omega Advisor: Dr Frank Gambino (frank.gambino@wmich.edu) Sigma Phi Omega is a professional business fraternity dedicated to establishing relationships between our members and the food & consumer packaged goods industries The members of Sigma Phi Omega form a brotherhood of over thirty active members and alumni to promote professional development and lasting friendships Because Sigma Phi Omega is a brotherhood, its members value the importance of honesty, sincerity, and humility These attributes are developed during the membership process and are shown throughout the fraternity by leadership and cooperation among its officers and members Our members actively give back to the community through volunteer activities consistently throughout the semester Society for Excellence in Human Resources Amanda Klage http://www.rso.wmich.edu/sehr (SEHR) amanda.m.klage@wmich.edu Advisor: Paula Eckert (paula.eckert@wmich.edu) The Society for Excellence in Human Resources (SEHR), strives to enhance the potential of its members by providing them with tools necessary to excel in human resource management and other fields in the business world We will develop our members into individuals of integrity who will contribute to the enhancement of their professions and their communities Through affiliations with the Kalamazoo Human Resource Management Association and the Society for Human Resource Management, members of SEHR will become knowledgeable of current HR-related issues and gain access to a network of business professionals Sales and Business Marketing Association Brian Curlett http://www.wmusbma.org (SBMA) brian.p.curlett@wmich.edu Advisor: Dr Jim Eckert (jim.eckert@wmich.edu) A student organization at Western Michigan University designed to increase knowledge of professional selling, provide experiential learning opportunities, promote professionalism in sales, and strengthen the network among SBMA members, corporations, alumni, and the community Our main goal is to provide our members with a job or an internship Student Leadership Advisory Board (SLAB) Anna Goldsworthy anna.l.goldsworthy@wmich.edu http://www.wmich.edu/business/slab/ Advisors: Dr.KelleyO’Reilly (kelley.oreilly@wmich.edu) Ms Barb Sagara (barbara.sagara@wmich.edu) The Haworth College of Business needs its best and brightest students to act as leaders for the College and assume responsibility for planning and implementing student activities and events such as Business Bash, Major Mashup, Brown & Gold Days, BBA orientation and on- and off-campus recruiting SLAB also acts as an advisory board for the dean and associate deans on student issues.SLAB provides an opportunity to build leadership skills, network with other high performing students and get involved with making important decisions for the College SLAB meets once each month and is led by its elected officers, allowing students to gain important leadership and managerial experience through hands-on activities that enhance the student experience Updated January 2013 Updated January 2013 .. .Student Organization Information Sheet http://wmich.collegiatelink.net /organization/ fma_facebook_page Lucas Bodine Advisor: Dr Onur... understanding of different cultures and business practices GBSA welcomes students from all majors Management Student Organization Samantha Goettling http://www.rso.wmich/edu/mso (MSO) samantha.i.goettling@wmich.edu... purpose of the Management Student Organization (MSO) is to promote character and leadership development, academic achievement, and lifelong bonds The roles of this organization includes coordinating,