The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation is hosting "Crowdfunding, is it right for you?" on April 9 from 6-7:30 p.m. This workshop focuses on the history of crowdfunding, what is going on now in the business, and how UB students, alumni and the Baltimore community can take advantage of using this model as the next level of funding. Learn more about the speakers. This event is open to the public. 

Dr. Bill Durden, President Emeritus and professor of liberal arts at Dickinson College and operating partner of Sterling Partners, will speak to the UB community on April 16 from 3:30-5 p.m. as the YGCAS Distinguished Speaker. He will address challenges and opportunities for the 21st-century university, focusing on UB's diverse population. The presentation and discussion includes strategies for reaching UB's student success goals. Please RSVP.

Exciting opportunity: This year the 2nd Annual "Rise to the Challenge" Pitch Competition on May 1 from 5-7 p.m. is open to both UB students and alumni! Approximately $15,000 in cash and professional services is up for grabs! This could be just the vehicle to breathe life into your unique idea or give your existing business a boost. If you are interested in completing an application, email cei@ubalt.edu.

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On Thursday, April 24, 2014, the Yale Gordon College of Arts and Sciences (YGCAS) faculty and staff take the stage! We invite you to come cheer them on as they showcase their talent to raise funds for student textbooks and travel scholarships. The evening begins with a silent auction at 7 p.m. with performances to follow at 7:30 p.m. Visit the Spotlight UB event web page for more event information.

 

The UB College of Public Affairs invites you to join Dean Stephen Percy, racing aficionado (and professor) Larry Thomas, other UB faculty, fellow alumni and special guests for an afternoon at Pimlico Race Course on Friday, April 25 from noon-4 p.m. Pay $35 per person by April 11; $40 per person thereafter. The price includes free admission, general parking, buffet lunch, beer, wine and soda. If you have questions, contact 410.837.6131 or alumni@ubalt.edu. Register online. 

Join Professor Barry Brownstein and fellow alumni for an evening of professional development and networking on April 23, 2014 from 6-8 p.m. Brownstein's talk will explore state of mind and its connection to the bottom line. He'll explain how a simple understanding about the nature of what generates our experience will lift our state of mind and our effectiveness for the better.

This free event is part of Merrick After Five, a program sponsored by the Merrick School of Business. This program offers UB alumni the opportunity to go "back to the classroom" and learn from experts in a variety of industries and disciplines. Learn more and register.