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Fireside Chat with Dean Vinzé and Navy Assistant Secretary Alaleh Jenkins - November 16

Mary Byerley — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:04:12 +0000

Fireside Chat with Dean Vinzé and Navy Assistant Secretary Alaleh Jenkins - November 16 Mary Byerley Fri, 11/04/2022 - 16:04

The School of Business invites current students and alumni to attend a Fireside Chat with Dean Ajay Vinzé and Ms. Alaleh Jenkins, Navy Assistant Secretary and Mason Alumna on Wednesday, November 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. in Merten Hall 1204. Learn how Ms. Jenkins is using her BS in Accounting from George Mason in her current position as the Navy Assistant Secretary and how you can apply your degree in the workforce!

Space is limited, so register today to reserve your spot!

About Ms. Jenkins

Ms. Jenkins received her BS in Accounting from Mason and is currently serving as the Acting Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Financial Management and Comptroller. In this capacity, she directly oversees the management of the Department of the Navy's annual budget ($200 billion dollars). She also spearheads the Navy's Financial Management Transformation (FMT) project. Prior to working in public service, Ms. Jenkins served as a client service director with PricewaterhouseCoopers. She is also a proud parent to a current Mason student.

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Real Estate Association Property Management Panel - November 8

Mary Byerley — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:58:22 +0000

Real Estate Association Property Management Panel - November 8 Mary Byerley Fri, 11/04/2022 - 14:58

The Real Estate Association, Mason's first commercial real estate student club, invites students to attend a Property Management Panel on Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 3 p.m. at Horizon 2107.

Learn about the Washington D.C. commercial real estate industry, careers, internships, and entry-level jobs from CB Richard Ellis (CBRE), one of the largest global real estate services firms. Speakers will be Kelly Enright (Director at CBRE) and Blake Sheppard (Director of Property Management).

Sponsored by Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship

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Spring 2023 Graduation Application Now Open

Mary Byerley — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 17:56:22 +0000

Spring 2023 Graduation Application Now Open Mary Byerley Mon, 10/31/2022 - 13:56

The Spring 2023 graduation application is now open. For graduation timelines, please click here. Students must apply to graduate by February 22, 2023 to have their names printed in the spring commencement program.

Summer 2023 graduates should not apply for Spring graduation. Instead, students who apply for Summer graduation between January 29, 2023 and February 22, 2023 will be included in the spring commencement program.

For information regarding the graduation process, please click here.

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Alpha Kappa Psi Halloween Fundraiser - October 31 at 7pm

Mary Byerley — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 17:10:03 +0000

Alpha Kappa Psi Halloween Fundraiser - October 31 at 7pm Mary Byerley Mon, 10/31/2022 - 13:10

Join Alpha Kappa Psi for a Halloween Hangout Fundraiser!

October 31 | 7PM | Enterprise Hall 080
Bingo Night and more fun fall activities and food!
Raffle Prizes and Prizes for Costume Competition!

Bingo
1 for $3
3 for $6
5 for $9
8 for $12
10 for $15

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BUS 491: Sustainable Business Models Offered Spring 2023

Mary Byerley — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:46:33 +0000

BUS 491: Sustainable Business Models Offered Spring 2023 Mary Byerley Thu, 10/27/2022 - 13:46

Spring 2023

The Business for a Better World Center is offering BUS 491: Sustainable Business Models for the Spring 2023 semester.

BUS 491-003: Sustainable Business Models
CRN: 23303
Meets: Tues/Thurs, 10:30AM - 11:45AM
Instructor: Prof. Robert Pierce

About This Course

What is the role of business in creating positive social change? In this class, we will examine how businesses can be both profitable and kind to people and the planet. We will look at both large and small companies to understand how they are achieving economic, social, and environmental sustainability. An important aspect of the course will be examination of some companies who are making great efforts to protect the environment, as the dangers of global warming are becoming ever more evident.

Course Highlights

Examination of several large and well know companies involved in moving toward sustainability, including Nike, Ikea, ING, Nestle, BMW, and LG.
Examination of new companies that were conceptualized as circular economy companies and operated sustainably from inception.
Course will include several guest speakers from industry.

*BUS 491 is a multidisciplinary course open to students of all majors. No prerequisites required. Credits: 3

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Coloring with Kindness - November 16

Mary Byerley — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 15:15:24 +0000

Coloring with Kindness - November 16 Mary Byerley Thu, 10/27/2022 - 11:15

School of Business Wellness Wednesday - Coloring with Kindness

Join the School of Business for a destress coloring session. Coloring is great for reducing stress and anxiety as it allows you to step out of your anxious or negative thoughts for a moment and solely focus on the coloring. See you there!

Wednesday, November 16, 2022
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Enterprise Hall 017

Register Here

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Academic Advising Office to Open Late on Tuesday, October 25

Mary Byerley — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 19:29:25 +0000

Academic Advising Office to Open Late on Tuesday, October 25 Mary Byerley Mon, 10/24/2022 - 15:29

The Office of Student Success and Academic Services will open at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 25 to allow for a faculty and staff Town Hall event. Morning Drop-in Advising hours will not be available. Afternoon Drop-in Advising hours will be available from 1-4pm.

For more information visit the School of Business Academic Advising webpage. For advising questions, email masonbus@gmu.edu.

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Alpha Kappa Psi Chipotle Fundraiser – October 28

Mary Byerley — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 17:59:34 +0000

Alpha Kappa Psi Chipotle Fundraiser – October 28 Mary Byerley Mon, 10/24/2022 - 13:59

Chipotle Fundraiser for Alpha Kappa Psi - 33% of Event Sales Get Donated to the Cause

Friday, October 28, 2022
4-8 PM
Chipotle inside the Johnson Center (4477 Aquia Creek Lane, Fairfax VA)
GMU Fairfax Campus

Order online for pickup using code 9FNQW4L or show the flyer below at the restaurant.

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BUS 491: Client Relationship Mgmt Course

Mary Byerley — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:22:24 +0000

BUS 491: Client Relationship Mgmt Course Mary Byerley Mon, 10/17/2022 - 15:22

COURSE CANCELLED

Spring 2023 - BUS 491-001
CRN: 22556
Meets: W / 4:30-7:10pm

BUS 491-001: Client Relationship Mgmt:

Course Highlights

Examination of several large and well know companies involved in moving toward sustainability, including Nike, Ikea, ING, Nestle, BMW, and LG.
Examination of new companies that were conceptualized as circular economy companies and operated sustainably from inception.
Course will include several guest speakers from industry.

*BUS 491 is a multidisciplinary course open to students of all majors. No prerequisites required.

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Alpha Kappa Psi Fundraiser

Mary Byerley — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:10:47 +0000

Alpha Kappa Psi Fundraiser Mary Byerley Mon, 10/17/2022 - 15:10

As part of their philanthropy services this fall semester, the Pi Sigma chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi's Professional Co-ed Business fraternity at ��AV is supporting the Children's National Hospital in Washington, DC. AKPSI will use the donations raised to buy new arts and crafts supplies for the patients. Donate today to help color the next generation's dreams for the patients at the Children's National Hospital.

Donate Today

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