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The School of Management has countless ways for alumni
to get involved and stay connected with the school, including opportunities
for professional development, networking and social events. Alumni can
also be a great resource for our students, and through activities like
Realistic Job Previews, Project Adventure, Network New York, Network Buffalo
and the Alumni Telementor Program, you can help students as they explore
career paths and grow professionally. Listed below are various events
and opportunities available to you. Simply click on the links to find
out more information. For UBAA events and opportunities go to:
UB Event Calendar
| Event/Opportunity | Event Type | Date |
| Annual
SOMAA Golf Outing |
Social | June 9, 2008 |
| A highlight of our social events, the golf outing is held at Westwood Country Club in Amherst, NY. Proceeds from the event benefit School of Management students and programs. | ||
| MBA Teambuilding Activities |
Student Development |
August 18 & 19 2008 |
| Building the team culture of the UB MBA program starts with the Teambuilding Sessions during the August MBA Advantage orientation program with a carefully sequenced roster of community-building and problem-solving activities. Alumni facilitators provide a valuable corporate connection and application to processing discussions. Planning for this event starts in the spring. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a facilitator for the MBA teambuilding exercises as part of MBA Advantage, please contact Dorothy Siaw-Asamoah at dasamoah@buffalo.edu. | ||
| Salute to Summer-Cruise on the Miss Buffalo | Alumni Social / Student Networking |
September 10, 2008 |
| The School of Management Alumni Association will sponsor a cruise on the Miss Buffalo -- "A Salute to Summer". This represents a great opportunity for you to put together your own group of friends or classmates for an evening of camaraderie while cruising the Buffalo waterfront ... or simply come by yourself ( members and their spouse or guest both come at the reduced members rate) and network with others in attendance. Draft beer, wine, soft drinks and a wide array finger food, including pizza and wings are included in the registration price. | ||
| Realistic Job Previews | Student Development |
September 2008 |
| Alumni offer career advice to current MBA's. The purpose of the Realistic Job Preview session is to provide a forum where successful alumni of the School of Management can share insights that might be integrated into the academic/career planning of current MBA students. | ||
| Management Career Fair | Student Networking |
September 2008 |
| Tap into your alma mater to fill your company’s internship and full-time hiring needs. Participate in the Management Career Fair and meet prospective candidates. Brand your company’s name, educate students on your company’s hiring practices and programs. | ||
| Connoisseurs Club Wine Event | Social | October 15, 2008 |
A series of upscale events
featuring ultra-premium beverages coupled with an extraordinary
menu. These events will be held at exclusive locations, each with
a unique flair. This is a private club limited to 100 members |
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| Gerald S. Lippes Speaker Series | Professional Development |
October 2008 |
| Annual Awards Banquet | Alumni Networking | November 2008 |
| Our most visible event featuring presentation of the Niagara Frontier Executive of the Year Award. Last year's honoree was Louis P. Ciminelli, Chairman and CEO of LPCiminelli Inc. The banquet will be held at the Millennium Airport Hotel Buffalo at 2040 Walden Avenue. Over 300 business executives in attendance. | ||
| Tax Institute | Professional Development |
November 2008 |
| A program for reviewing and clarifying provisions and patterns of federal tax laws as presented cooperatively by the SOM, the NY Society of CPA's and the Erie Institute of Law (formally the Bar Association of Erie County) | ||
| Network New York (NYC) | Student Networking |
January 2009 |
| A collaborative event between the Career Resource Center and the School of Management Alumni Association to provide networking opportunities for students and School of Management alumni in the New York City area. You can provide valuable career-focused advice to our students. This event provides an excellent forum to renew old acquaintances as well as meet students who are eager to learn more about your profession. Registration via the crc website:mgt.buffalo.edu/crc. | ||
SOMAA Reception, Dinner, Annual Meeting, and Speaker Event |
Alumni Social/Student Networking |
January 2009 |
| Join us at the Annual Meeting for the School of Management Alumni Association, held in conjunction with MBA Advantage. Network with fellow School of Management alumni and first year MBAs (81) at a reception, dinner, and presentation. This event is held in the Center for Tomorrow from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. | ||
| Realistic Job Previews | Student Development |
January 2009 |
| Alumni offer career advice to current MBAs. The purpose of the Realistic Job Preview session is to provide a forum where successful alumni of the School of Management can share insights that might be integrated into the academic/career planning of current MBA students. | ||
| Network Buffalo | Student Networking |
February 2009 |
| A collaborative event between the Career Resource Center and the School of Management Alumni Association to provide networking opportunities for students and School of Management alumni in the Western New York area. You can provide valuable career-focused advice to our students. This event provides an excellent forum to renew old acquaintances and meet students who are eager to learn more about your profession. Registration via the CRC website: mgt.buffalo.edu/crc/job_fairs.shtm#feb | ||
| Connoisseurs Club Spirit Event | Social | March 4, 2009 |
An upscale event featuring
ultra-premium bourbon tasting coupled with an extraordinary sit
down dinner menu. This event will be held at The Mansion on Delaware,
with a bourbon theme. Buffalo Trace Distillery will be the official
sponsor of this event. It will be from 6:30 pm-9:30 pm. This is
a private club limited to 100 members |
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| Smart Business Practices Breakfast Seminar |
Professional Development |
March 2009 |
| Each spring the alumni association puts together a panel of experts to discuss a timely, relevant issue confronting business professionals. Attendees are encouraged to come and learn, share their experiences and ask questions. Located at the Center for Tomorrow from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. | ||
| MBA Student Sneak Preview Weekend |
Student Recruitment |
March 2009 |
Sponsored by the MBA program, this event is only for accepted MBA students. Recent alumni are invited to participate in discussions with these students during the event. Event also includes a 'MBA Fun Friday' event the night before with dinner and a professional sporting event. If you are interested in participating in this event please contact Megan Wood by calling 716-645-3204 or 877-BFLO-MBA. |
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| Gerald S. Lippes Speaker Series | Professional Development |
March 2009 |
| Annual SOMAA Wine Tasting and Dinner |
Social | May 1, 2009 |
Join fellow alumni and friends for an informative, fun evening of wine tasting and dinner. One of our most popular events. To be held at the Millennium Airport Hotel at 7:00pm. |
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| Connoisseurs Club Beer Event | Social | June 17, 2009 |
A series of upscale events
featuring ultra-premium beverages coupled with an extraordinary
menu. These events will be held at exclusive locations, each with
a unique flair. This is a private club limited to 100 members |
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| Your Expertise Needed
in the Community |
Professional Development |
On Going |
| The School of Management Alumni Association is pleased to announce a program that assists WNY agencies by letting you know about their needs for professional assistance including board and committee membership. Click the link above for more information on the initiative as well as participating agencies. If you are interested in learning more about these agencies and their needs, we encourage you to contact Joe Occasion, Director, and Gail Calisto, Assistant at the Not For Profit Resource Center, an initiative of the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, at nfprc@uwbec.org or 887-2757. For a listing of current openings. | ||
| Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) |
Professional Development |
On Going |
| CEL strives to develop diverse and unique programs to meet entrepreneurial needs. The CEL recognizes that innovation is one of the keys to future success and knows that businesses that do not change do not survive. | ||
| Telementor Program | Student Development |
On Going |
| A program designed to connect School of Management students to School of Management alumni who are interested in helping students with their career exploration and planning. This is NOT a job referral program; it is designed to provide opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students to speak with professionals to obtain career- related information. | ||
| Alumni Ambassadors | Student Recruitment |
On Going |
| Alumni ambassadors assist
the MBA recruitment staff during the fall semester at graduate fairs
and MBA fairs. A list of events can be found at our web site. Alumni
ambassadors also help in follow-up with prospective students via telephone
and e-mail. This typically begins in the late fall and goes through
the spring. If you are interested in assisting please contact: Jaimie Falzarano, jtaylor3@buffalo.edu. |
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| EMBA/PMBA | Professional Development |
On Going |
For graduates of the Executive
or Professional MBA programs, a number of recruitment activities
are available during the year. |
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