Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! The Office of Alumni Relations and several partner departments across campus are working together to help you get the most out of your last 100 Days as a student and educate you about the vast community of alumni you will soon be part of.
100 Days will feature a variety of activities (fun events, giveaways, professional development, and more). Check the calendar for upcoming events and to find links to relevant information regarding graduation requirements. We look forward to welcoming you to our network of over 140,000 Baruch College alumni at Commencement.
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GRADUATION DEADLINES
APPLY FOR SPRING GRADUATION BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15
APPLY FOR SUMMER GRADUATION BY FRIDAY, JUNE 14
Upcoming Events
February
100 DAYS KICKOFF – FEBRUARY 11
The countdown to graduation has begun! Keep your eyes peeled for events, giveaways, and social media contests, and PRIZES!
Diversity Career Expo
Location: NVC 14-220
Date: Thursday, February 21
Time: 12:00 – 3:00pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
FEBRUARY 21: REGISTRAR OPEN UNTIL 7PM
Baruch and Beyond Roundtable – Venture Capital/Private Equity - February 21
Location: Library Building, Room 750
Date: Thursday, February 28
Time: 8:30 -10:30 am
Join our February Baruch and Beyond roundtable discussion about the fundraising side of entrepreneurship! Speak to alumni experts and entrepreneurs who know how to raise capital investments, are skilled in fund sourcing, and can provide insight about the current climate of venture capital, private equity, and more!
Questions? Contact: Ronni.Umles@baruch.cuny.edu
Citi Technology at Baruch Analyst Panel
Location: NVC 10-150
Date: Thursday, February 28th
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Citi Professionals will inform students how Baruch courses apply to a global bank.
National and Prestigious Fellowships & Scholarships – INFORMATION SESSION
Location: NVC, Room 13-145
Date: Thursday, February 28, 2019
Time: 12:45 - 2:00pm
There are fellowships and scholarships to help pay for graduate school; to fund professional development opportunities through internships; to conduct research; to study abroad; and to work for the good of your community. This spotlight presentation provides an overview of the types of fellowships and scholarships available; offers advice on selecting a fellowship opportunity; and suggests strategies on making you a competitive applicant. Questions? Contact: valeria.hymas@baruch.cuny.edu
March
Financial Aid Literacy Workshop
Location: 14-270
Date: Wednesday, March 6
Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm
Join Scott Ahrens, from the New York State Department of Financial Services for a highly informative workshop about loan repayment options. He will cover topics like: federal and private repayment plans, forbearances, deferments, loan consolidation, rehabilitation, the student loan forgiveness programs, and New York State’s Get on Your Feet repayment program as well as the consequences of defaulting on a student loan. Hosted by The Office of Alumni Relations and Financial Aid. Questions? Contact ronni.umles@baruch.cuny.edy
Career Weeks: Digital Media & Communications
Location: Library Building Room 750
Date: Thursday, March 7
Time: 12:30 - 2:20pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
Midterm Coffee Break
Location: NVC-2nd Floor
Date: Tuesday, March 12
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm
Seniors are encouraged to stop by the second floor of the NVC to pick up their free cup of coffee or tea, while getting the chance to meet Baruch donors and trustees. Sponsored by College Advancement & Baruch Donors.
Toxic Masculinity and its Effects on Women
Location: NVC, Room 3-210
Date Tuesday, March 12
Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm
A workshop led by Professor Briana Toole, Philosophy Department, where students will interrogate the extent to which toxic masculinity has impacted the lives of women. Questions? Contact: crystal.tejada@baruch.cuny.edu
Fellowships for Foreign Service Careers & the U.S. Student Fulbright Program – INFORMATION SESSION
Location: NVC, Room 3-125
Date: Thursday, March 14
Time: 12:45 - 2:00pm
This presentation provides an overview of fellowships that fund graduate school for U.S. Foreign Service Careers such as the Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship and the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship. We will also discuss the U.S. Student Fulbright Program which provides grants in ALL fields of study for graduate study, research projects or English Teaching Assistantships in a country outside the U.S. Questions? Contact: valeria.hymas@baruch.cuny.edu
Suit Up for Success
Location: NVC 2-190 and the 2nd Floor Bearcat Den
Date: Tuesday, March 19
Time: 12:00-4:00pm
Attend this fundraising event where you can donate, swap, or purchase lightly worn business attire for a low price! Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
Lunch & Learn with Seth Besmertnik, CEO & Co-Founder of Conductor
Location: NVC, Room 2-140
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 12:30 – 2:00pm
RSVP HERE
Questions? Contact: Marlene.leekang@baruch.cuny.edu
Career Weeks: Technology & Analytics
Location: NVC 14-250
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 12:30 - 2:20pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
Mental Health Counseling Internship and Career Fair (Graduate students only)
Location: Newman Vertical Campus (NVC), Room: VC 14-220
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm
Representatives will attend from a variety of agencies and sectors who are interested in having a MHC intern or counselor with their organization. Questions? Contact: elyse.mendel@baruch.cuny.edu
Strategies for Salary Negotiation
Location: NVC, Room 3-215
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
A workshop led by Deb Ellis, Founder and Consultant of End The Pay Gap, where she will teach strategies for negotiating salary and other job benefits. Questions? Contact: crystal.tejada@baruch.cuny.edu
#EmpoweredWomen
Location: NVC, Room 2-125
Date: Thursday, March 21
Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm
Join us to meet with female executives and professionals from different industries to learn more about how to stay current in your future career! Questions? Contact: crystal.tejada@baruch.cuny.edu
MARCH 21: REGISTRAR OPEN UNTIL 7PM
“LinkedIn - Real Returns on Professional Branding”! (Graduate students only)
Location: Vertical Campus, 14th Floor, Room 14-270
Date: Tuesday, March 26
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
RSVP HERE
Speaker, Peter Sweeney, Senior Customer Success Manager, LinkedIn, will present on Branding, Networking, discussing your LinkedIn profile. Questions? Contact: elyse.mendel@baruch.cuny.edu
Cover Letters Workshop
Location: The Writing Center- NVC 8-185
Date: Tuesday, March 26
Time: 12:30PM
RSVP HERE
In this workshop, you’ll learn to closely read job ads to interpret the needs of an employer, and to write tailored cover letters (with polished, professional language) that demonstrate why you’re the best candidate for the job. Questions? Contact: diana.hamilton@baruch.cuny.edu
Baruch Alumni Webinar: Emotional Intelligence
Location: WebEx
Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
RSVP HERE
Testing for Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a growing trend in employment today - 59% of employers said they wouldn't hire someone with high IQ and low EI. Why? Simple: EI is a predictor of performance and leadership potential. By approaching interviews with a greater sense of self and others, you can more critically evaluate the role, prepare for Q&A, and demonstrate why you are the 'best fit.'
Career Weeks: Technology & Analytics
Location: 137 E. 22nd Street, 2nd Floor Oak Room
Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 12:30 - 2:20pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
Schwarzman Scholars Program & Fellowships for Business – INFORMATION SESSION
Location: NVC, Room 3-125
Date: Thursday, March 28
Time: 12:45 - 2:00pm
Fellowships in business fields include opportunities for professional development, funding for internships, pre-MBA programs, and to fund graduate school. The presentation will give an overview of fellowships available (such as the Schwarzman Scholars Program, Venture for America Fellowships and Fulbright Awards in Business); offer advice on selecting a fellowship opportunity; and suggest strategies on making you a competitive applicant.
Questions? Contact: valeria.hymas@baruch.cuny.edu
Pearls of Wisdom
Location: NVC, Room 14-220
Date: Thursday March 28
Time: 5:00 - 8:30pm
Collegiate Association of Women in Business’ annual conference connecting remarkable female professionals with Baruch students to share their pearls of wisdom, experiences, and best career advice. Questions? Contact: crystal.tejada@baruch.cuny.edu
*IMPORTANT: REGISTRATION DEADLINE*
Last Day to register for Spring 2018 Graduate Independent Study/Internship: Friday, March 30
April
Networking: The How To’s
Location: NVC, Room 14-270
Date: Monday, April 1
Time: 4:30 - 6:00 pm
RSVP HERE
Adam S. Grundfast, Esq. will lead a workshop for graduate students and discuss the ever-changing nature of job-hunting or job-mobility and how networking is the best way to get around the obstacles.
Questions? Contact: elyse.mendel@baruch.cuny.edu
Career Weeks: Arts & Sciences
Location: NVC 2-125
Date: Thursday, April 4
Time: 12:30 - 2:20pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
Prestigious Scholarships for Graduate School – INFORMATION SESSION
Location: NVC, Room 3-125
Date: Thursday, April 4
Time: 12:45 - 2:00pm
We will explore the outstanding funding opportunities to pursue a graduate degree in the U.S. and around the world. The presentation will focus on the Knight-Hennessey Graduate Scholarship to Stanford University; the Rhodes Scholarship and the Marshall Scholarship to the UK; and the Mitchell Scholarship to Ireland as well as other funding options for graduate study around the world.
Questions? Contact: valeria.hymas@baruch.cuny.edu
Baruch and Beyond Roundtable – Risk Management
Location: NVC 14-250
Date: Tuesday, April 9
Time: 8:30 -10:30 am
Join our final Baruch and Beyond round table discussion about Risk Management! Come speak to alumni experts about this multifaceted career path in: strategic risk, compliance risk, operational risk, financial risk. Each with its own goal to identify, evaluate, and prioritize risk!
Questions? Contact: Ronni.Umles@baruch.cuny.edu
Dining Etiquette Workshop
Location: NVC 14-250
Date: Thursday, April 11
Time: 12:30 - 2:00pm
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
U.S. Student Fulbright Program – INFORMATION SESSION
Location: NVC, Room 3-125
Date: Thursday, April 11
Time: 12:45 – 2:00pm
The U.S. Student Fulbright Program provides grants in ALL fields of study for graduate study, research projects or English Teaching Assistantships in a country outside the U.S. This spotlight presentation provides a detailed overview of the Fulbright program, discusses the differences between study, research and English Teaching Assistantship grants, offers advice on selecting a Fulbright destination, and reviews the Fulbright competition timeline and major application components. Questions? Contact: valeria.hymas@baruch.cuny.edu
I/O Psychology Graduate Student & Alumni Networking Social
Location: NVC, Room 14-270
Date: Thursday, April 11
Time: 5:00 - 7:30 pm
RSVP HERE
Meet up and network with friends (old and new), and hear about trends in I/O Psychology. Guest Speaker: Josh Friedlander, Chief Human Resources Officer, Latham & Watkins.
Questions? Contact: elyse.mendel@baruch.cuny.edu
Scholars and Leaders Luncheon
Location: NVC, Room 14-270
Date: Tuesday, April 16
Time: 12:30 – 2:00pm
Student club and organization leaders are invited to a celebratory luncheon to acknowledge their hard work!
Questions? Contact: ronni.umles@baruch.cuny.edu
Career Weeks: Government & Non-profit
Location: NVC 2-125
Date: Wednesday, April 17
Time: 5:00 – 6:30pm
RSVP HERE
Questions? Contact the Starr Career Development Center
APRIL 18: REGISTRAR OPEN UNTIL 7PM
May
Cover Letters Workshop
Location: The Writing Center- NVC 8-185
Date: Thursday, May 2
Time: 12:30PM
RSVP HERE
In this workshop, you’ll learn to closely read job ads to interpret the needs of an employer, and to write tailored cover letters (with polished, professional language) that demonstrate why you’re the best candidate for the job. Questions? Contact: diana.hamilton@baruch.cuny.edu
Graduation Party
Date: Friday, May 3
Location: The Penn Club (30 W 44th St)
Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm
*Celebrate all your accomplishments with good food and drinks at the Penn Club for our second annual graduating class reception! This is a free event, space is limited! Question? Contact ronni.umles@baruch.cuny.edu
MAY 16: REGISTRAR OPEN UNTIL 7PM
Finals Coffee Break
Location: NVC-2nd Floor
Date: Tuesday, May 21
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm
Seniors are encouraged to stop by the second floor of the NVC to pick up their free cup of coffee or tea, while getting the chance to meet Baruch donors and trustees. Sponsored by College Advancement & Baruch Donors.
Cap and Gown Pick Up
Date: Tuesday, May 21 & Wednesday, May 22
Location: Multipurpose, Room 1-107
Time: 11:00am - 7:00pm
*This is a two day event!
Questions? Contact: studentlife@baruch.cuny.edu
Cap Decorating Party! (concurrent with cap and gown pick up)
Date: Tuesday, May 21 & Wednesday, May 22
Location: NVC Cafeteria
Time: Tuesday 12:00 - 4:00pm & Wednesday 2:00 - 6:00pm
*This is a two day event!
**Please note the different times each day!
Day 100! Last day of spring semester!
Date: Wednesday, May 22
Alumni Benefits
Baruch College gives you so much more than just a degree. In fact, all Baruch College alumni are entitled to the following free, exclusive privileges:
- Subscription to the semiannual Baruch College Alumni Magazine (please contact us if you have not been receiving your alumni magazines; your mailing address may need to be updated.)
- Receipt of our monthly Alumni e-News and semimonthly event calendar emails
- Invitations to alumni events, on-campus lectures, conferences, and seminars
- Invitations to the Sidney Mishkin Gallery
- Discounted tickets at the Baruch Performing Arts Center using code BaruchAlumni
- A number of free Career Services provided by STARR Career Development Center
- Membership access at our affiliate partner, the Penn Club of New York
- Becker Professional Education: $1300 discount on their comprehensive CPA prep program
- FREE lifetime membership to The Five O'Clock Club. Find out more >
Additionally, if you anticipate returning to campus to take advantage of Baruch's library services and/or other resources, we recommend that you acquire an Alumni ID card (all those who graduated prior to this calendar year may obtain or re-activate their card with a contribution of $20 to the Baruch College Fund, via cash, check, or credit card). Visit the Office of Alumni Relations to obtain a verification letter and present it to the ID Center in Newman Library.
Learn more here >
Career Services
Continue to benefit from Baruch's career services and job listings!
Test Prep
CAPS (Continuing and Professional Studies) test prep for GMAT and GRE: more info here.
All Undergraduates :
- All undergraduate students can use their Starr Search account (login is the same as when you were a student). For additional information, contact the STARR Career Development Center at 646-312-1000.
Zicklin School of Business Graduate Students and Alumni:
- Alumni can continue to log in and benefit from the Zicklin Graduate Career Management Center's Career Link and other benefits (login is the same as when you were a student).
- For additional information, contact the GCMC at: 646-312-1330
School of Public Affairs Graduate Students and Alumni:
- As an alumnus, you can continue to benefit from the School of Public Affairs' Career Connect
- Contact School of Public Affairs Career Services if you require assistance
Weissman School of Arts and Sciences Graduate Students and Alumni:
- Alumni can access Symplicity job boards, with the same login as when they were students
- Free continued access to the same resources available to them as students, including: one-on-one counseling, resume/cover letter review, and invites to panels, workshops, and career fairs
- For additional information, please email: weissmangraduatecareers@baruch.cuny.edu
Vault:
Vault offers in-depth intelligence on what it's really like to work in an industry, company, or profession - and it's free to Baruch alumni. From learning employment strategies to brushing up on job-interview skills, Vault will give you the career management tools you need to succeed.
Learn more here >
Additional Information for all undergraduate alumni:
To sign up for additional alumni career services communications and programs, please contact the Starr Career Development Center by calling (646) 312-4697.
Useful Links and Contact Info
- Starr Career Center
- Financial Aid
- Health and Wellness/Counseling Center
- Registrar
- Library
- Baruch Computing and Technology Center (BCTC)
- Center for Academic Advisement
- Student Life
- SEEK Program
- International Student Service Center
- Continuing and Professional Studies (CAPS)
- Office of Alumni Relations
- College Advancement
Helpful links:
- Loan history and servicer information: www.nslds.ed.gov
- Loan repayment information including loan forgiveness programs: https://studentaid.ed.gov
Lexicon Yearbook Info
Lexicon is the official yearbook of Baruch College, a student-run organization. To order your copy and learn more about Lexicon's yearbook, please click here.
Countdown to End of Spring Semester:
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