BWUA This Semester

FRESHMAN LUNCHEON:

On September 18, the club welcomed over 50 black freshman to campus.  Students had the opportunity to establish relationships with upperclassmen, peers, and absorb words of wisdom from the two guest speakers.  Vice Dean Georgette Chapman Phillips urged the students to embrace their unique qualities and noted that her door is always open.  Wharton Alum and record producer, Devon "Devo Springsteen" Harris also spoke.  Harris is a producer on Kanye West's label G.O.O.D Music.  He is also the cousin of the notorious star and is credited for launching John Legend's career.  Harris stressed that the Wharton network was a key element to his success.

GENERAL BODY MEETINGS:

9/21 - Welcome to BWUA

Over 80 attendees received a comprehensive overview of BWUA, including a formal introduction to the board members.  Director of Academic Relations, Kelly Wyche, explained the academic resources available on campus.  Afterwards, Social Chair, Joseph Smalls-Mantey, led a modified version of "speed dating", where members practiced their professional elevator pitches with others.

10/5 - Career Exploration

BWUA invited 3 Wharton MBA students to speak about their experiences in the Investment Banking, Consulting, and Marketing industries.  The MBA's had worked and interned at some of the most prestigious firms within their respective industries.  All three gave valuable advice, since many members are beginning to think about their future careers.

10/19 - Investment Management 101

BWUA introduced its 3rd annual stock competition where members have the chance to apply their investing strategies in a simulated context.  VP of Finance, Christopher Carter, began by giving an overview of the stock simulator.  He then explained the different asset classes and the vehicles used to invest these assets.  Two senior BWUA members then provide a general summary of the stock market and answered any questions.

11/2 - Resume Workshop

The Professional Development Committee of BWUA hosted its annual resume workshop.  Committee members gave an overview of the proper elements and format of a resume.  Members then had the opportunity to have their resumes critiqued by six Wharton MBA's and one Wharton Senior, who had worked in a variety of different industries.  Afterwards, members had a chance network.

CORPORATE EVENTS

Bain & Company - Case Interview Workshop

Goldman Sachs - Recruiter in Residence

J.P. Morgan Chase - Asset Allocation Workshop