From: Graduate Student Association
Date: April 10, 2023
Subject: Graduate Student Association (GSA) Newsletter - April 10


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So many exciting events, Falcons!

GSA Presidential Elections: Candidate Announcement

Introducing your GSA candidate duo for the 2023-2024 GSA Elections!
You can read their statement of candidacy here to learn more.

Voting details will be shared on April 13, 2023 with all graduate students.

Upcoming Events

GMO MindTap

Ever wanted to pitch your marketing idea on Shark Tank?
Well now is your chance!

Register for Graduate Marketing Organization's upcoming event MindTap inspired by the popular TV show Shark Tank, on April 13th from 2 pm to 4 pm.

Participants can register individually or in teams of 2 (one entry per team).

Exciting prizes for winners.

Healthy Transportation Day

Join the Office of Sustainability for Healthy Transportation Day on April 13th! Commute to campus by walking, biking, riding public transportation or carpooling and enjoy a free breakfast between LaCava and Rauch from 9 am to 10:30 am. Later on, from 12 pm to 1 pm, attend our Bike Safety Lunch and Workshop to learn about the basics of bike safety, equipment, and bike commuting logistics.
This workshop is perfect for both new and experienced cyclists. Don't forget to register and join us for a complimentary lunch and great discussion!

MBA Networking Session: A Moral Compass

Join this session with panelists in careers in ethics, law, and leadership on April 13th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

This session will focus on following a moral code of conduct throughout one's career.

What does that mean? How is it achieved? How does one make tough decisions when all alternatives seem ethical but each leaves some stakeholder dissatisfied?

GSA Baseball Game Day

Take a swing at fun and excitement at Fenway Park on April 16th at 1:35 pm for an afternoon of cheering on the Red Sox team. Register through CampusGroups and don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

GSA will provide one-way transportation for all attendees from Bentley University to Fenway Park. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the game!

IGSO CPR Training

Learn how to save a life! Join the IGSO CPR Training on April 15th from 11:00 am to 2 pm to gain valuable skills that can make a difference in an emergency. Their hands-on training will cover the basics of CPR and First Aid. 

Don't miss this opportunity to become CPR certified and make a positive impact in your community. Register now and be prepared to act in case of an emergency. 

Bentley Equity Experience Focus Group

The Inclusive Excellence Council is sponsoring a series of focus groups to better understand what community members shared in the Bentley Equity Experience survey from Fall 2021. The purpose of these focus groups is to learn about key experiences that have contributed to your general feelings about Bentley's climate and culture.

The discussion take place via Zoom on April 14th from 12 pm to 1:15 pm. People who participate in the focus group will be eligible to enter a raffle to receive free Bentley University apparel.

Global Couture - Fashion Show

This is GSA's last event of the year! Our fashion show will take place on April 22nd from 5 pm to 8 pm. 

Enjoy the showcasing of various outfits from different cultures around the world. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, cultural exchange, and culinary delights!

Upcoming National Conferences

  1. Open Data Science Conference (ODSC) - May 9-11, 2023
  2. The Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in New England (DigiMarCon) - June 12-13, 2023
  3. Forward NBMBAA Annual Conference & Exposition 2023 - September 12-16, 2023
  4. 2023 Prospanica Conference & Career Expo - October 18-20, 2023
Interested? Click the links and register today! You can utilize the Professional Development Fund to help with attendance costs.

Graduate Opportunities

GHC Women Student Scholarship

Any women students who are pursuing a STEM-related program at Bentley are eligible to apply for this scholarship (deadline May 3, 2023). Since 2017, more than thirty Bentley women students from our GHC group have received this competitive scholarship and volunteer opportunities to attend the largest women technologist conference in the world, and more students have received Bentley internal funding to attend the conference. If you have any questions related to this application, please reach out to hhao@bentley.edu.

Professional Development Fund

By graduate students, for graduate students

Made to reimburse a portion of graduate student fees in attending conferences, competing in competitions, participating in case studies, etc. across the US and remotely.ÔÇ»

  • Available to current degree-seeking, master-level graduate students (Both part-time and full-time students).
  • Provided on a reimbursement basis, up to $500 per student.
  • Students may receive funds for one professional development opportunity per academic term.ÔÇ»ÔÇ»
  • The opportunity must take place while you are still a master-level student.
  • Funds can not be applied towards attaining educational credits and/or professional licenses and certifications.

Application Requirements

  • Name of opportunityÔÇ»
  • Registration costs to attendÔÇ»
  • Name and email of a Bentley faculty member who can confirm that the opportunity is beneficialÔÇ»
  • Two short essays (200 words max each):ÔÇ»
    • Tell us why you want to participate in the opportunity.
    • How will receiving this opportunity help you achieve your short-term and long-term goals?
  • Updated resumeÔÇ»

GSA Website Blog Submission

Are you a blogger? We'd love to have you on the GSA website! Just fill out the form and let us know who you are, and what you would like to talk about.

 

Submit your blogs in the google form and we will let you know once it is published.