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| Hamline School of Business Weekly Update |
November 13, 2009 |
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Spring Registration Opens Monday, November 16
Registration for winter and spring courses opens on November 16 for graduate and doctoral students. Highlights of our winter and spring semesters include:
- MBA International Experience in Italy
MBA students can study International Human Resource Management in Modena, Italy. Read about this exciting opportunity to earn MBA elective credits abroad and find the application form here.
- MPA, MNM Elective Topics
Jim Bonilla will teach Managerial Leadership and Cultural Competency, David Schultz will teach Sustainability, and Jim Scheibel will teach Civic Engagement. All of these "Topics" courses allow students the opportunity to further engage in a timely and relevant topic. These courses are numbered GPA 8498. Register on Piperline.
- MBA Electives in International Management, Finance, Conflict Management, and Human Resource Management
In the fall, MBA electives filled quickly. Be sure to register early to get the courses you desire or to complete your concentration. Do you have questions about MBA electives or concentrations? Attend a Concentration Meeting on Monday, November 16 at 6pm at the Minneapolis Center.
- Public Negotiation Skill Building in January
Earn 4 credits in January with Public Negotiation Skill Building taught by Bill Joynes. This class will meet six times in January including a few Fridays and Saturdays. What better way to spend a chilly January weekend than hammering out 4 credits with Bill Joynes? Get course details from Piperline.
- Economics Pre-Requisite
Do you need to earn an economics pre-requisite before taking Module 2 or Public Fiscal Management? You can complete that course at Hamline in January 2010. |
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Jane Calabria McPeak Goes to Mexico
 HSB professor Jane Calabria McPeak was the guest this week of the Universidad Autonoma di Nuevo Leon in Monterrey, Mexico where she was invited to speak at the Symposium on International Civil Society. Professor McPeak's presentation was entitled "Saint Paul, Minnesota's District Planning Councils: 35 Years of Civic Engagement". While in Monterrey, Professor McPeak explored opportunities for collaboration between HSB and the Universidad. Watch for more news on this. |
Ken Fox Presents on "Conflict Coaching" 
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ADVANCE Job Search Seminar Luncheon
Sixty HSB seniors enrolled in the ADVANCE Job Search Seminar will attend a luncheon seminar on Networking: Beyond the Basics Tuesday, November 17th from 11:20 to 12:40 in the Kay Frederick Ballroom. Speakers who rely on their networking and relationship building skills every day will share their insights.
Guest Speakers include:
- Chad Bester '02, Economics & Management, Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo
- DeeDee LeMeir '06, Communications, Business minor, Assistant Director, Undergraduate Admissions Hamline University
- Kevin McDonnel, District Manager, Kelly Financial Resources
- Professor Beth Gunderson will host the event.
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Jenny Keil's Latest Publication
 Professor Jenny Keil's latest publication is titled "Women, the Recession, and the Impending Economic Recovery
An Exploration of Women's Attitudes Toward Debt, Risk, and Consumption." Take a look at the Graziadio Business Report. |
MPA Instructors in China
 Two School of Business faculty, Tom Walkington and Wallace Swan, presented at the 2009 International Conference on Public Administration. The
conference was held at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, in Chengdu China (UESTC).
Tom Walkington co-moderated the panel "The Profession, Governance and Reform Issues". Walkington was also inducted into the adjunct faculty of University of Electronic Science and Technology of China. Walkington also presented a major paper on the issue of "Sustainable Development" to the assembled faculty and
student audience.
Wallace Swan presented on  Saturday, October 24, 2009. The panel drew 80 audience members from among the 150 scholars present at the conference. Swan's paper was titled "New Developments in the Delivery of Internet-Based Public Administration Programs and Courses." Swan
also co-moderated a panel entitled "Performance Issues and Management." |
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MPA Alumni Event
HSB students are invited to join MPA Alumni to discuss the 25th Anniversary of the Latimer Commission. The Latimer Commission examined the Minnesota tax system and made recommendations on their research. What were those recommendations and what do they mean today?
Join former St. Paul Mayor and former Dean of the Hamline Law School, George Latimer, and other members of the Commission on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at 5:30 - 8 p.m. in the Kay Fredericks Ballroom. See the event flyer for more information and RSVP to Wendy Delesha. | |
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Upcoming Events
Association of College Unions International (ACUI) Annual Meeting
Feb 28 - March 4, 2010 New York City
"Explore the Core"
ACUI is a nonprofit educational organization that brings together college union and student activities professionals from hundreds of schools in seven countries. Student membership in the organization is free and registration for conferences and events is greatly reduced for students. The 2010 annual conference will bring together student leaders at the graduate level from all over the country to discuss student leadership, mentorship, and student organizations. More information can be found at http://www.acui.org/programs/conference/2010/Monday, March 15, 2010Hamline Dialogue, Kay Fredericks Ballroom Save the Date!
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Jobs, Internships, Scholarships
Executive Director, Give Us Wings
Executive Director of Give Us Wings, a small Twin Cities based non-profit organization that works in Kenya and Uganda to help people overcome poverty. In the U.S., Give Us Wings raises funds and educates people about poverty related issues in Africa. Fundraising, program management, non-profit management, collaborative skills and ability to grow an organization essential. Supervision and support of small staff and volunteers. Three years non-profit experience and undergraduate degree required. Master's degree preferred. International experience not required. Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to coordinator@giveuswings.org or send to Director Give Us Wings 450 N. Syndicate St. Suite 290 St. Paul, MN 55104. Applications must be submitted by November 25, 2009.
Ad Manager, Hamline Oracle
The Oracle is seeking an Ad Manager for '09-'10. The Ad Manager is responsible for selling ads (both print and online), generating in-house ad material and marketing the paper in general. Some ads are received via a contracted aggregator, but legwork is required to solicit additional ads. The job is perfect for business students looking to get some real-world experience in both marketing and sales. The position is also paid via a commission from ads sold and has the potential to be very lucrative. Ideal candidates are driven, organized, prompt and personable. Applications are currently available outside of the Oracle office (Drew Science 106). Contact oracle@hamline.edu if you have any questions. Scholarship Opportunity
The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA) is partnering with the Hispanic College Fund (HSF) to award a number of scholarships for the 2010-2011 academic year. Scholarships range from $1,250 to $10,000. Attached is a document with details on the program. The scholarship application deadline is December 15, 2009. Apply online at www.hsf.net
2010 Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF)
The deadline for the 2010 LGMF is approaching. This fellowship is fellowship places recepients in local government positions to gain real world experience. Read more at www.icma.org Part-Time Marketing Position, Acceleren ConsultingRick Hardcopf, President of Acceleren Consulting and instructor in the MBA program, is looking for a graduate student with marketing experience to market his Open Enrollment Six Sigma class. Contact Rick for more details at rhardcopf@accelerenconsulting.comMarket Segment Interns, Twin Cities United Way
The Twin Cities United Way is looking for Market Segment Interns to assist with fundraising activities and communication. Read more about this great opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit marketing at the United Way.org
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