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| Wednesday, May 22, 2013 |
| SummerSERVE @ Fern Creek 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SummerSERVE connects students, faculty, staff, alumni, families and friends of Rollins College to continue their
engagement with the local community throughout the summer months. Volunteers are invited to partner with Fern Creek Elementary School to participate in a day of service, working with teachers and students in classrooms, as well as undertaking development projects at the school.
Please RSVP here!
> Volunteers should meet at the Cornell Fine Arts Center at 8am; transportation will be provided.
> Please remember to bring water bottles and closed toe shoes (and a Rollins t-shirt!).
Sponsored by the offices of Community Engagement, Residential Life, Alumni Relations, Marketing & Communications, Student Success and the Provost.
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| Thursday, May 23, 2013 |
| Resume Writing Workshop 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page. This session is open to all Arts & Sciences, Hamilton Holt, and Professional Studies students and will last approximately 50 minutes. |
| Thursday, May 30, 2013 |
| LinkedIn Rollins - Professional Branding & Networking TAR Style 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Did you know that over 92% of Hiring Managers use LinkedIn to find talent as well as research job applicants? With 200 million members and growing, LinkedIn has become “the place” for professionals to network, look for jobs and “be found” by employers. Anne Meehan, Assistant Director of Career Services and a LinkedIn Enthusiast will show you how to:
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- Create a professional digital brand through your profile to showcase your Rollins education, work experiences, community involvement and leadership activities
- - Learn about the new "Professional Portfolio" facet allowing you to directly integrate rich media, presentations, videos, and images, to better display your projects and work
- - See how the new "Mentions" capability, and strategies can help you get noticed on LinkedIn
- - Tap your Rollins College network to connect with alumni, expand your industry contacts, find professionals at key firms, and uncover hidden job opportunities
Register here.
Slides and recordings will be made available after the session. |
| Friday, May 31, 2013 |
| Application Deadline: The Interactive Marketing Immersion Xperience (I-MIX)
August 4-8, 2013 | Denver, CO
The Interactive Marketing Immersion Xperience (I-MIX) is designed for rising junior and rising senior undergraduates who are considering a career in marketing. During the week-long intensive marketing program 30 students will be immersed in seminars focused on interactive marketing. The program is hosted by a leading company in the field and seminars are led by various marketing executives and a leading academic. Students will also participate in a career and resume workshop led by a premier career coach. After completing this program, participants will gain a decided edge in the marketplace.
• Week-long intensive program at the headquarters of a top company in the field
• Seminars conducted by senior marketing executives and a leading academic
• Admission to this program is highly selective
• $300 program fee due upon acceptance into program
• All program materials, housing and most meals will be covered
• Travel reimbursement of up to $500 is available
• Financial assistance available upon request and verification of need
Application Deadline: May 31, 2013
For more information and to apply, click here |
| Wednesday, June 05, 2013 |
| Resume Writing Workshop 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page. This session is open to all Arts & Sciences, Hamilton Holt, and Professional Studies students and will last approximately 50 minutes. |
| PMBA Association Meeting 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall - (213)
PMBA Association Meeting |
| Friday, June 07, 2013 |
| Family & Friends Preview Weekend 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
Get connected to your future professors, peers and community. Learn the answers to all of your questions from current students, faculty and admissions staff. Tour our beautiful lakefront campus, learn more about financial aid and graduate housing, and attend a "mock classroom" session for a sneak preview into the Rollins experience.
Learn More & Register for Family & Friends Preview Weekend
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| Saturday, June 08, 2013 |
| Family & Friends Preview Weekend 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
Get connected to your future professors, peers and community. Learn the answers to all of your questions from current students, faculty and admissions staff. Tour our beautiful lakefront campus, learn more about financial aid and graduate housing, and attend a "mock classroom" session for a sneak preview into the Rollins experience.
Learn More & Register for Family & Friends Preview Weekend
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| Tuesday, June 11, 2013 |
| Recruit D.C. Job Fair 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Land Your Dream Job at Recruit D.C.!
All Rollins Recent Grads and Alumni are cordially invited to attend the RECRUIT D.C. Career Fair being held on Tuesday, June 11, 11:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Join us as we partner with MyWorkster and some of the most prestigious universities in the U.S. for alumni exclusive career fairs. With top companies like BB&T, Cambridge Associates and ING expected to attend, we can help you get on the path to landing your dream job! Come meet and network with top companies.
Location:
The George Washington University Campus
Charles E. Smith Center
600 22nd Street NW
Washington, DC 20052
There are 28 universities and colleges participating and we expect over 125 top companies from the Washington D.C. metro-area with 100’s of open positions. They are looking to recruit graduates from the participating colleges and universities to their companies.
REGISTER using the PROMO CODE: MyW to get a free ticket at Recruit D.C.
Plan to meet, greet and network with these top companies and land your dream job!!!
We look forward to seeing you there as we will have a rep from Rollins at check-in. If you have questions about this event, please contact Anne Meehan in Career Services at 407-646-2127 or asmeehan@rollins.edu.
Rollins alumni have access to MyWorkster events nationwide. See the full schedule of events. |
| How to Target the Internship You Want 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Internships are a great way to try out a career field, gain resume-building experience, and meet new people who can become your professional networking contacts! All A&S, Holt, and Professional Studies students are invited to attend this 50-minute workshop where you will learn how to find and apply for both local and nationwide internship opportunities. Did you know you can earn 2, 3, or 4 credits by participating in an academic internship? Come to this session to learn more about academic internships, including how to get new positions approved for credit and how to register for the academic internship course. |
| Career Development Summer Sessions: Networking is Not a Bad Word! 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall - (108)
Determine the networking strategies that will result in relationships that benefit you personally and professionally. Enjoy this interactive session where you will meet others, build rapport and learn to think on your feet in a safe environment.
Presenter
Jane Trnka, SPHR, Executive Director, Rollins MBA Career Development Center
Cost
Rollins Students & Alumni: Free.
Family Members & Friends: $25 per person per session.
Registration
Students & Alumni Register Here
Family Members & Friends Register Here
This event is part of the Rollins MBA Career Development Center's 2013 Summer Sessions.
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| Rollins Evening B.A. Information Session 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall - (SunTrust Auditorium)
Get a head start on your bachelor of arts degree at the Rollins College Hamilton Holt School. Attend an Information Session to learn about admission, transferring credits, applying for financial aid, and making your career and life dreams come true.
Learn how our programs are especially designed for a variety of students, from recent high school graduates to adults who may have been out of college for a while.
Confirm your attendance to our next Information Session by any of the following methods:
1. Complete the registration form.
2. Call us at (407) 646-2232 .
3. E-mail us at holtadmission@rollins.edu. Include a daytime phone number.
Visit our admission website for more information and to print the application form. |
| Thursday, June 13, 2013 |
| Critical Thinking for Better Results 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
Program Overview
Critical thinking is often described as scientific thinking applied by ordinary people to the ordinary world. The ability to think critically has become a core management competency. “Strategizing” is no longer an activity reserved for only an elite group of top executives and strategic planners. Through the discovery and cultivation of their talents as critical thinkers and strategic leaders, participants will leave this program armed with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to translate ideas into sustainable competitive advantage.
Date: June 13, 2013
Faculty Lead: Ronald F. Piccolo, Ph.D.
Check-in: 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Program: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rollins College, Graduate School of Business
Bush Executive Center
Program Fee: $195 per person (Cancellation Policy & Discounts)
Register Now! |
| Recruit Orlando Job Fair 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Land Your Dream Job at Recruit Orlando!
All Rollins Recent Grads and Alumni are cordially invited to attend the RECRUIT ORLANDO Career Fair being held on Thursday, June 13, 11:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Join us as we partner with MyWorkster and some of the most prestigious universities in the U.S. for alumni exclusive career fairs. With top companies like Vitera Healthcare Solutions, TD Bank, Bisk Education, Inc. and IMG Enterprises expected to attend, we can help you get on the path to landing your dream job! Come meet and network with top companies.
Location:
Central Florida Fair and Expo Park (main exhibit Building, A)
4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando
There are 9 universities and colleges participating and we expect over 65 top companies from the Orlando/Tampa metro-area with 100’s of open positions. They are looking to recruit graduates from the participating colleges and universities to their companies.
REGISTER and use the Free Standard Ticket option at Recruit Orlando.
Plan to meet, greet and network with these top companies and land your dream job!!!
We look forward to seeing you there as we will have a rep from Rollins at check-in. If you have questions about this event, please contact Anne Meehan in Career Services at 407-646-2127 or asmeehan@rollins.edu.
Rollins alumni have access to MyWorkster events nationwide. See the full schedule of events. |
| Monday, June 17, 2013 |
| Resume Writing Workshop 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page. This session is open to all Arts & Sciences, Hamilton Holt, and Professional Studies students and will last approximately 50 minutes. |
| Tuesday, June 18, 2013 |
| Career Development Summer Sessions: Creating Your Personal Brand 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall - (108)
What do you do? How do you add value? These seem like easy questions, but they can be challenging to answer. Receive an expert’s insight and tips on how to leverage your skills and personality to create a brand as unique as you and encourage others to want to learn more about you.
Presenter
Ken Merbler, MBA, Sales Professional and Motivational Speaker
Cost
Rollins Students & Alumni: Free.
Family Members & Friends: $25 per person per session.
Registration
Students & Alumni Register Here
Family Members & Friends Register Here
This event is part of the Rollins MBA Career Development Center's 2013 Summer Sessions.
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| Saturday, July 14, 2012 |
| SummerSERVE 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SummerSERVE will partner with the Coalition for the Homeless to help with the construction of a new playground. |
| SummerSERVE - Coalition for the Homeless 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Rollins College - Cornell Fine Arts Museum
Volunteers will be
building a playground and doing various other indoor and outdoor service
projects at the Coalition for the Homeless. Please wear closed-toed shoes and a Rollins tshirt (if you have one). Water will be provided, but please make sure to bring your own water bottle
to fill up. All volunteers should meet at the Cornell Fine Arts Museum by 9:00am.
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| Wednesday, July 18, 2012 |
| Bloomberg Assessment Test - Take it for FREE! 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Rollins College - Olin Library - (264)
The Bloomberg Assessment Test (BAT) is a global, standardized online exam that has been developed in partnership with premier financial institutions and university faculty around the world. The BAT covers a range of subjects including Finance, Economics, Math, Analytical Reasoning and other relevant business topics as well as Career Skills and aptitude.
Students who take the BAT uncover their strengths and weaknesses on various subjects and gain insight into which areas of finance may suit them best. The BAT also gives students the opportunity to gain exposure to financial employers worldwide. Bloomberg Institute maintains an anonymous database of BAT performance and showcases these results to over 20,000 global employers via the Bloomberg Institute Talent Search. No preparation is required, so you have nothing to lose. Score well, get noticed by employers. Score poorly, you'll forever be anonymous.
The best part - it is completely free! There is currently no fee to take the BAT. All students and recent graduates are welcome to participate. A three hour time frame is allotted for test takers, but students may leave once they are finished. |
| Thursday, July 19, 2012 |
| Fidelity Free Individual Counseling Sessions 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Carnegie Hall HR Conference Room
Faculty and staff are encouraged to schedule a complimentary one-on-one meeting with Julie Cornell, workplace planning & guidance consultant, who can objectively show you how to adjust your portfolio to help strengthen your retirement plans. Keeping the appropriate mix of retirement plan providers and investments available through your workplace retirement plan can be crucial. It also can be thoroughly confusing. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be. Please see the attached document for additional details.
The workplace planning and guidance consultant will work with you to help you:
• Assess your savings and investing needs
• Consolidate your retirement accounts (if appropriate for your situation)
• Identify strategies to help you meet your retirement and financial goals
Sign up today: www.fidelity.com/atwork/reservations.
Remember, planning for retirement is important- you have the power of time and compound earning potential NOW! |
| Internship Workshop 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Internships are a great way to try out a career field, gain resume-building experience, and meet new people who can become your professional networking contacts! All A&S, Holt, and Professional Studies students are invited to attend this 50 minute workshop where you will learn how to find and apply for both local and nationwide internship opportunities. Did you know you can earn 2, 3, or 4 credits by participating in an academic internship? Come to this session to learn more about academic internships, including how to get new positions approved for credit and how to register for the academic internship course. |
| Alumni Webinar: Peace Corps Opportunities - Life is calling, How far will you go? 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The Peace Corps, which recently celebrated its 50th year, has been a very
popular program for our graduates. In fact, you may be surprised
to learn that Rollins is ranked among the top institutions in the Southeast for
producing Peace Corps volunteers. In addition to serving those in need,
the Peace Corps' programs in business, health, education, information
technology, agriculture, modern languages and the environment are great ways
our graduates can gain invaluable experience in an international setting after
college.
Peace Corps service is a
life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared
with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve
in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America,
Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with
a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six
program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and
information and communications technology, agriculture, and environment.
Through this webinar, you will
meet Rollins’ Peace Corps representative, Dwan Adams, who will provide general
information about Peace Corps opportunities for Rollins alumni and the
application process/timeline.
Click here to register. |
| Information Session: Peace Corps Opportunities - Life is calling, How far will you go? 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
The Peace Corps, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, has always been a very
popular program for our graduates. In fact, you may be surprised
to learn that Rollins is ranked among the top institutions in the Southeast for
producing Peace Corps volunteers. In addition to serving those in need,
the Peace Corps' programs in business, health, education, information
technology, agriculture, modern languages and the environment are great ways
the College's graduates can gain invaluable experience in an international setting after
college.
Peace Corps service is a
life-defining leadership experience. Since 1961, the Peace Corps has shared
with the world America's most precious resource – its people. Volunteers serve
in 77 countries in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America,
Europe, and the Middle East. Peace Corps Volunteers live, learn, and work with
a community overseas for 27 months, providing technical assistance in six
program areas: education, youth and community development, health, business and
information and communications technology, agriculture, and environment.
This information session will be conducted via webinar by Rollins’ Peace Corps representative Dwan Adams, who will provide general
information about Peace Corps opportunities for Rollins alumni and the
application process/timeline. |
| Career Development Summer Sessions: Create a Resume that Sells! 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
An employer maybe spends 15 seconds to read your resume before deciding if it goes into the “yes” or “no” pile! How well do you market yourself? Your resume is your brochure when you are seeking a promotion or new job. Learn how to create an effective resume that highlights your skills, talents and accomplishments, and sets you apart from your competition.
Session Leaders
Select from 2 Concurrent sessions:
New job seekers and internships: Renee Uschold, Assistant Director, Rollins MBA Career Development Center
OR
Experienced and/or Transitioning job seekers: Peggy Jackson, MHR, SPHR, Leadership, Team Development & Career Consultant
Cost
Rollins MBA Students & Alumni: Free.
Family Members & Friends: $10 per person per session.
Registration
Students & Alumni Register Here
Family Members & Friends Register Here
This event is part of the Rollins MBA Career Development Center's 2012 Summer Sessions.
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| Friday, July 20, 2012 |
| Grassroots Event with President Barack Obama - Cancelled 2:00 PM
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
Because of the tragic events in Colorado, President Barack Obama's visit has been cancelled.
Members of the media should contact the OFA Florida Press Office
FLPress@BarackObama.com
813-720-5807 |
| Monday, July 23, 2012 |
| Time of reflection 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
There will be a time of quiet, reflection and prayer for the Colorado shooting victims and their families at noon on Monday, July 23, on the front steps of the Chapel. Please join us. |
| Tuesday, July 24, 2012 |
| Writing More Effectively For Business 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Program Overview
In today’s business environment, we are asked to communicate in a myriad of ways. Our ability to get our point across in any medium can contribute to our success. Writing can be one of the most effective ways to share ideas and influence others to see our point of view, if done well.
In this program, you will uncover tips and techniques for writing more effectively for business. Topics include:
- Learn the Six Steps to Strong, Clear Writing to ensure your message is read loud and clear
- The Three Taboos – unmask the grammar myths you learned in school
- Learn how to organize your writing – why it’s essential and techniques to organize effectively
- Tackle the Tricky Twins – word pairs that cause confusion
Program Includes:
The Business writing workshop includes light refreshments and free parking.
When
Date: July 24, 2012
Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Faculty Lead
Joan McCain (Biography)
- Joan McCain is a writing professional with extensive experience in advertising and public relations.
Location:
Bush Executive Center/Crummer Graduate School of Business, Rollins College Campus (Directions)
Tuition:
$195 per person
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| Thursday, July 26, 2012 |
| TIAA-CREF Free Individual Sessions 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Carnegie Hall HR Conference Room
Faculty and staff are encouraged to schedule a complimentary one-on-one meeting with Christine Carter, TIAA-CREF financial consultant, who can objectively show you how to adjust your portfolio to help strengthen your retirement plans. Keeping the appropriate mix of retirement plan providers and investments available through your workplace retirement plan can be crucial. It also can be thoroughly confusing. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be.
The financial consultant will work with you to help you:
• Assess your savings and investing needs
• Consolidate your retirement accounts (if appropriate for your situation)
• Identify strategies to help you meet your retirement and financial goals
Sign up today: (www.tiaa-cref.org/letstalk1)
Remember, planning for retirement is important- you have the power of time and compound earning potential NOW! |
| Resume Writing Workshop 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page. This session is open to all Arts & Sciences, Hamilton Holt, and Professional Studies students and will last approximately 50 minutes. |
| Career Development Summer Sessions: Job Search Strategies to Land THE Job! 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
Thinking about working while attending school? In transition and looking for a new career? Finding a job is a job. Learn the step-by-step approach for generating a targeted search plan, utilizing many of the techniques covered in the previous sessions. You will begin to implement the process and also determine the appropriate tools and resources that you will need to be successful in landing THE job in a timely manner!
Session Leader
Jane Trnka, SPHR, Executive Director, Rollins MBA Career Development Center
Cost
Rollins MBA Students & Alumni: Free.
Family Members & Friends: $10 per person per session.
Registration
Students & Alumni Register Here
Family Members & Friends Register Here
This event is part of the Rollins MBA Career Development Center's 2012 Summer Sessions.
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| Friday, July 27, 2012 |
| Kronos Time Cards are Due 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
All adjustments to Kronos time cards are due on Friday. You may also add a reminder to your calendar as a recurring event every two weeks. |
| Wednesday, August 01, 2012 |
| Rollins Evening B.A. Information Session 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rollins College - Mills Memorial Hall
Get
a head start on your bachelor of arts degree at the Rollins College
Hamilton Holt School. Attend an Information Session to learn about
admission, transferring credits, applying for financial aid, and making
your career and life dreams come true.
Learn how our programs are especially designed for a variety of
students, from recent high school graduates to adults who may have been
out of college for a while.
Confirm your attendance to our next Information Session by any of the following methods:
1. Complete the registration form.
2. Call us at (407) 646-2232.
3. E-mail us at holtadmission@rollins.edu. Include a daytime phone number.
Visit our admission website for more information and to print the application form. |
| Thursday, August 02, 2012 |
| Grassroots Event with President Barack Obama 2:40 PM - 4:40 PM
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
President Barack Obama will hold a grassroots event at the Alfond Sports Center at Rollins College. Doors open around noon, and tickets are currently only available to ticket holders from the cancelled event on July 20th.
On-campus parking will be closed starting Wednesday night. Starting at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, pedestrian traffic will be permitted in front of the Alfond Sports Center for formation of lines for the event, all other areas around the Sports Center will not be accessible.
Parking will be available in the SunTrust Plaza Parking Garage or at any public parking area further north of that garage. ADA parking will be permitted closer to the venue; the check point for that is at the corner of Park and Holt avenues.
Some additional things to keep in mind if you are attending the event:
If you plan on arriving early for the event, please prepare accordingly and plan for heat. Wear comfortable shoes and light clothing. Water will be available outside, but cannot be brought inside. A water station will be set up inside the venue.
Security screenings and bag searches will take place prior to entering the venue. Coolers, umbrellas, folding chairs, etc. cannot be brought inside. They must be left outside the building at the owner’s risk.
Cameras will be allowed.
Once you are in the venue you will not be permitted to leave and re-enter the building.
While the College will not be providing a live stream of the event, both local and national media will be covering it.
Please remember that you will be standing in line outside AND at the event unless you are able to get a seat in the bleachers.
Please note that a ticket does not guarantee entry or a seat.
More information about the event and ticket availability can be found at CFN News 13. To read the initial story about the visit, click here.
Members of the media should contact the OFA Florida Press Office
FLPress@BarackObama.com
813-720-5807 |
| Alumni Webinar: ACE Your Interview 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Do first impressions really matter? What do you need to
do to feel prepared? How should you answer all of these questions? Are there
questions you should ask the interviewer? The insights and tips provided in
this 1-hour webinar will help you address these questions and many others. Get
the added benefit of the employer’s perspective as you learn how to prepare for
a more effective, more positive interviewing experience.
Click here to register. |
| Friday, August 03, 2012 |
| SummerSERVE - Callahan Neighborhood Association 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Rollins College - Cornell Fine Arts Museum
Rollins College Office of Community Engagement will partner with the
Callahan Neighborhood Association to work on various activities with day
camp students. This initiative is also in partnership with Keep Orlando Beautiful
to complete a neighborhood clean-up for the area
surrounding the Callahan Neighborhood Center. This is the final
SummerSERVE event of 2012! Please wear closed-toe shoes, and a Rollins
or SummerSERVE t-shirt if you have one! Water will be provided, but volunteers need to bring a water bottle. Volunteers should meet in front of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum.
If you are planning to attend, please RSVP here.
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| Alumni Webinar: ACE Your Interview 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Do first impressions really matter? What do you need to
do to feel prepared? How should you answer all of these questions? Are there
questions you should ask the interviewer? The insights and tips provided in
this 1-hour webinar will help you address these questions and many others. Get
the added benefit of the employer’s perspective as you learn how to prepare for
a more effective, more positive interviewing experience.
Click here to register. |
| Tuesday, August 07, 2012 |
| Internship Workshop 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Internships are a great way to try out a career field, gain resume-building experience, and meet new people who can become your professional networking contacts! All A&S, Holt, and Professional Studies students are invited to attend this 50 minute workshop where you will learn how to find and apply for both local and nationwide internship opportunities. Did you know you can earn 2, 3, or 4 credits by participating in an academic internship? Come to this session to learn more about academic internships, including how to get new positions approved for credit and how to register for the academic internship course. |
| Law & Ethics: How to do it the right way the first time 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
This workshop provides:
- Information on business ethics, economics and technology law.
- Exploration of ethical decision making systems, establishing a
corporate ethics policy and the ways that ethical companies are more
profitable and experience lower employee turn-over.
- Further exploration of the intersection of law, economics and ethics.
Who should attend?
Marketers, engineers, human resources, Internet entrepreneurs,
software and technology developers and those needing a short course on
the above subjects.
Participants will gain the ability to recognize ethical and legal issues in their work.
Date: August 7, 2012
Faculty Lead: Drew Sorrell, J.D., MBA
Program: 6:30p.m. - 9:30p.m.
Location: Rollins College, Crummer Graduate School of Business, Bush Executive Center
Tuition Fee: $195 per person (Cancellation Policy & Discounts)

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| Mini-MBA™ 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Rollins College - Bush Executive Center / Crummer Hall
The 18-week Mini-MBA™ program is tailored to professionals seeking
new management skills and tools to competitively succeed and lead in an
uncertain world. As a participant in this program, you can look forward
to engaging peer discussions, readings, and problem-solving led by
faculty from the business school ranked #1 in Florida by Forbes. Learn more about the Crummer Management Program – Mini-MBA™.
This program is perfect for experienced managers, high potential
managers, and anyone needing to make business decisions but lacking a
formal business background. It is also an excellent introduction to
graduate education for anyone considering a masters in business
administration.
Registration Deadline: July 24, 2012
Dates: August 7 – December 4, 2012
Tuesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Attendance is required at 80 percent of the program's class sessions to
receive certification. Missed classes may be attended the following
semester to complete the certificate requirements.
Program Schedule:
This 18-week training program consists of 12 modules. Click here for more information.
Faculty Leaders:
Crummer Graduate School of Business & Rollins College faculty
Location:
Bush Executive Center/Crummer Graduate School of Business, Rollins College Campus (Directions)
Tuition:
$3,250 per person for the entire 54-hour program; $220 per class session for individual program modules
Finance (Fees & Discounts)
Brochure View our Fall 2012 Mini-MBA™ brochure.
For More Information:
For more information or to schedule a custom training program for your organization, contact us at execed@rollins.edu or 407-628-6328.
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| Wednesday, August 08, 2012 |
| Start of Term 7 - KEMBA Class 02 - Crummer Graduate School of Business
Start of Term 7 - KEMBA Class 02 - Crummer Graduate School of Business |
| Alfond Sports Center - Closed for floor re-surfacing (Multi-Day Event) All Day
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
The Alfond Sports Center will be closing at normal time of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 due to its annual floor re-surfacing and re-coating project. However, it will remain closed throughout the week and weekend due to the health concerns from floor chemicals used and its accompaning fumes. The re-opening of ASC offices and Daryl's Fitness Center is scheduled for Monday, August 13th, 2012.
In addition, both Warden & McKean gymnasiums, as well as the Dance Studio 139 are to remain closed until Monday, August 13th, 2012 with no activities whatsoever.
Finally, the Alfond Sports Center will be returning to its normal fall building operating hours on Monday, August 13th, 2012. These operating hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm- 9:00 pm |
| Resume Writing Workshop 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rollins College - Fairbanks Building (170 W Fairbanks) - (Career Services Offices (1st Floor))
Whether you are ready to write your first resume or you need to spruce up an existing resume, this workshop is for you. Internships, part-time jobs, study abroad, scholarships, career fairs and full-time job searches all require the best resume possible. Learn how to create a resume that will best showcase you, your background, skills and experiences. Bring a pencil and paper as you will want to take notes. Although not required, if you have an existing resume, bring that as well in case you have specific questions or want to make edits directly onto the page. This session is open to all Arts & Sciences, Hamilton Holt, and Professional Studies students and will last approximately 50 minutes. |
| Community Awareness Day 125th Anniversary Heritage Exhibit Opening, Lecture and Reception 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
“A Route in Search of Roots: The Power of Greater Vision”
A Free Lecture presented by The John Riley Museum of Tallahassee, Florida
The lecture will help participants develop a comprehensive vision of how African Americans migrated into the Americas and contributed to the foundation of Florida’s History.
Robert F. Hungerford School
Eatonville, Florida |
| Thursday, August 09, 2012 |
| Alfond Sports Center - Closed for floor re-surfacing (Multi-Day Event) All Day
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
The Alfond Sports Center will be closing at normal time of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 due to its annual floor re-surfacing and re-coating project. However, it will remain closed throughout the week and weekend due to the health concerns from floor chemicals used and its accompaning fumes. The re-opening of ASC offices and Daryl's Fitness Center is scheduled for Monday, August 13th, 2012.
In addition, both Warden & McKean gymnasiums, as well as the Dance Studio 139 are to remain closed until Monday, August 13th, 2012 with no activities whatsoever.
Finally, the Alfond Sports Center will be returning to its normal fall building operating hours on Monday, August 13th, 2012. These operating hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm- 9:00 pm |
| Friday, August 10, 2012 |
| Alfond Sports Center - Closed for floor re-surfacing (Multi-Day Event) All Day
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
The Alfond Sports Center will be closing at normal time of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 due to its annual floor re-surfacing and re-coating project. However, it will remain closed throughout the week and weekend due to the health concerns from floor chemicals used and its accompaning fumes. The re-opening of ASC offices and Daryl's Fitness Center is scheduled for Monday, August 13th, 2012.
In addition, both Warden & McKean gymnasiums, as well as the Dance Studio 139 are to remain closed until Monday, August 13th, 2012 with no activities whatsoever.
Finally, the Alfond Sports Center will be returning to its normal fall building operating hours on Monday, August 13th, 2012. These operating hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm- 9:00 pm |
| Business Success Strategies 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Join Orlando, Inc. as Jason Rottenberg and Jennifer Dunham of Arsenal Venture Partners, share their insights and experience on how to raise money, from an investor's perspective. A Managing Partner at Arsenal Ventures, Jason has spent the last dozen years founding, building and funding early stage companies. In her role as Operating Principal, Jennifer provides early-stage operation support to portfolio companies.
Come learn about:
- The fundamentals of fundraising
- Finding the right investor
- Crafting the perfect pitch
Tickets Available for Rollins MBA Students
Orlando, Inc. is a strategic partner of the Center for Advanced Entrepreneurship. Students interested in learning about venture capital and funding a new or growing business are strongly encouraged to attend. A limited number of complimentary tickets are available to Rollins MBA students. For more information please contact Joshua Snyder at jsnyder@rollins.edu.
Location
Orlando Museum of Art
Registration
Click here to access Orlando Inc.'s registration page. |
| Kronos Time Cards are Due 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
All adjustments to Kronos time cards are due on Friday. You may also add a reminder to your calendar as a recurring event every two weeks. |
| Saturday, August 11, 2012 |
| Alfond Sports Center - Closed for floor re-surfacing (Multi-Day Event) All Day
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
The Alfond Sports Center will be closing at normal time of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 due to its annual floor re-surfacing and re-coating project. However, it will remain closed throughout the week and weekend due to the health concerns from floor chemicals used and its accompaning fumes. The re-opening of ASC offices and Daryl's Fitness Center is scheduled for Monday, August 13th, 2012.
In addition, both Warden & McKean gymnasiums, as well as the Dance Studio 139 are to remain closed until Monday, August 13th, 2012 with no activities whatsoever.
Finally, the Alfond Sports Center will be returning to its normal fall building operating hours on Monday, August 13th, 2012. These operating hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm- 9:00 pm |
| Rollins Evening New Undergraduate Student Orientation 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Rollins College - Annie Russell Theatre
This event is for all new Hamilton Holt School undergraduate students registered this Fall 2012 semester.
Rollins Evening New Undergraduate Student Orientation covers critical information, including Rollins Academic Resources, Student Life and Campus Involvement, the Academic Honor Code, Financial Aid, Career Services, important Student Policies, and much more.
Please visit our website at http://r-net.rollins.edu/holt/undergraduate/orientation.html for more information prior to attending and to RSVP. |
| Gateway to Eatonville Ribbon Cuttiny Ceremony & Reception 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This ceremony is presented in Partnership with Florida Department of Transportation
Gabriel Street at Kennedy Boulevard
Historic Town of Eatonville, Florida |
| Sunday, August 12, 2012 |
| Alfond Sports Center - Closed for floor re-surfacing (Multi-Day Event) All Day
Rollins College - Alfond Sports Center
The Alfond Sports Center will be closing at normal time of 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012 due to its annual floor re-surfacing and re-coating project. However, it will remain closed throughout the week and weekend due to the health concerns from floor chemicals used and its accompaning fumes. The re-opening of ASC offices and Daryl's Fitness Center is scheduled for Monday, August 13th, 2012.
In addition, both Warden & McKean gymnasiums, as well as the Dance Studio 139 are to remain closed until Monday, August 13th, 2012 with no activities whatsoever.
Finally, the Alfond Sports Center will be returning to its normal fall building operating hours on Monday, August 13th, 2012. These operating hours are as follows:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 10:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm- 9:00 pm |
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