No Meeting Tomorrow!

Happy Sunday! 

As a reminder, we will NOT be holding a meeting tomorrow, Monday, November 21st. Wish you all a relaxing Thanksgiving break! 

Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 28th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137) where we will be welcoming UMass Smart Women Securities! This meeting will be focused on ways to set yourself up for future financial success. Keep an eye out for more information about this meeting in our email next week!

WiB x WOI Meditation Night: Join us for a Meditation Night in collaboration with Women of Isenberg on Thursday, December 1st at 6:30pm in Isenberg 106. Come in comfy clothes to enjoy tea and clear your mind before the chaos of finals!

Committee/Program Reminders:

  • Peer Mentorship Program: Tuesday, November 29th at 7pm (Location TBD): Treats & Trivia - This event will be a trivia competition with some special treats to go along with. Please be in contact with your mentor/mentees!

  • Marketing Committee: Wednesday, November 30th at 7pm (Isenberg 119): The Internship Search - (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)

  • Community Service Committee: Thursday, December 1st at 6pm (Herter 217): Topic TBD (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)


Content Updates:

  • Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 5, "Breaking Burnout w/ Lara" hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle, featuring the lovely Lara Pereira, is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!

  • Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "New Brand Moves in the Fashion World" by Melanie Rosenblatt, at this link!


If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities. 
 

UMass Opportunities

UMass SAM
Smart About Money (SAM) is a student-run financial well-being program. SAM is designed to serve as a financial resource to students, to help them be smart with their money and provide tools to set students up for success. They conduct presentations, workshops, events and even 1:1 sessions with peer financial advisors. Students are encouraged to explore their website at this link, and reach out to Elana Sado with questions!

SAM x VITA
UMass Smart About Money is working with Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to recruit volunteers to prepare simple tax returns during the spring semester. Prior experience is not necessary, as training will be provided.  This is a great opportunity to give back to the local community! If you are interested, visit this link for more information. 

Additional Opportunities


William & Mary Women’s Stock Pitch
William & Mary’s chapter of Smart Woman Securities and Women in Business are hosting their 7th Annual Women's Stock Pitch and Leadership Summit on Friday, March 31st and Saturday, April 1st. This event will consist of preliminary and final rounds of pitching, a networking session, a dinner keynote, and more. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is Friday, December 16th, click this link for more information. 

Signature Consultants
Signature Consultants, a technical staffing firm, is currently recruiting for their Summer Sales Internship Program! Current sophomores and juniors are invited to apply. If you are interested, reach out to former WiB Co-President, and current employee, Sam Boardman, or click this link for more information.

Ernest & Young
EY has opened applications for their Winter and Summer 2024 Assurance and Tax internships! Students that will be CPA eligible by August 2025 are invited to apply. These opportunities are currently only available to target student populations, so members are encouraged take advantage of this early opportunity to apply. For more information, sign up for an information session using this link, and explore opportunities for Winter 2024 here and here, and Summer 2024 here and here. The deadline to apply for these positions is 11:59pm on Tuesday, November 29th. 

EY is also currently recruiting for their EY Expedition program, an online experience that connects college students and professionals. This program is a great way to learn more about future carrier opportunities and internships. If you are interested fill out this form by Friday, January 20th at 11:59pm!
 

New Brand Moves in the Fashion World

By: Melanie Rosenblatt

Brands are constantly changing and evolving from partnerships to new product launches. Ranging from skincare to fashion, brands are unpredictable. Here are some of the most fascinating changes within fashion/skin care brands that have recently surfaced in the media! 

Burberry x Minecraft 

One recent brand partnership that caught my attention is the Burberry Minecraft collection being advertised across various social media platforms. This collection includes a variety of pieces with Minecraft elements. The classic plaid Burberry printed scarf with Minecraft bees on it, a Burberry tee shift with a Minecraft character in the background and many other new designs. This collection is unique and out of the ordinary because it features the widely known pixelated design of the game that is recognizable. Minecraft also added a Burberry game feature like the Burberry printed block, so the collaboration promotes both brands on their platforms.  

Asics x Solana 

The sneaker brand, Asics’, has made a huge technological change within their newest sneaker launch. Their new sneaker has been created alongside a blockchain network provider called Solana. This sneaker will

only be available for purchase with crypto currency, so buying it in store with cash is not an option. For a mainstream brand, this is extremely revolutionary as this is one of the first movements that is pushing Web3 interface. With each purchase, each customer will be gifted with a special NFT. 

Lush x Stranger Things 

Lush, a reputable skincare company which is a familiar brand to us, has launched a brand new line likely to excite Stranger Things fans. They have unveiled two new bath bombs called the ‘D8’ and the ‘Rift’. One resembles the dice used in Dungeons and Dragons, a key part of the show engraved with the number eleven to represent the main character, Eleven. The other dice the ‘Rift’ represents the inside out and the rip that was formed between the dimensions. This collection comes in a duo set and features two specialty cards related to the show. 

It is interesting to see how brands collaborate with one another in order to market their products, and get consumers interested! These partnerships catch people’s eye because of the bizarre combos. 

Sources: https://fashionunited.com/news/fashion

Media and Me with Rachael!

Happy Sunday! 

Join us for our next meeting tomorrow, Monday, November 14th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137) for a presentation lead by our wonderful Vice President, Rachael Doyle! Rachael will be sharing her experience exploring a post-grad career path in the media and entertainment industry, and how her battle with imposter syndrome has impacted her along the way. Rachael will also be speaking on her internship experience at Peacock. This meeting will have some great insight on how you can combine your passions with your professional goals to set yourself up for a fulfilling career! 

We also will be live streaming this meeting on Zoom for virtual viewers to attend at the following link:
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/98339046651 
Meeting ID: 983 3904 6651

WiB Bake Sale: WiB will be hosting a bake sale to fundraise for some exciting upcoming events on Tuesday, November 15th from 12-2pm in the Student Union! We are looking for members to donate baked goods to sell, use this link to sign up!

Committee/Program Reminders:

  • Marketing Committee: Wednesday, November 16th at 7pm (Isenberg 119): The Internship Search (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)

  • Community Service Committee: Thursday, December 8th at 6pm (Herter 217): Topic TBD (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)


Content Updates:

  • Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 4, "Taylor Swift: Midnights, the Music Industry & Feminism w/Abby" hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle, featuring our Social Media Chair Abby Morse, is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!

  • Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "How to Craft the Perfect Sunday Reset" by VP Rachael Doyle, at this link!


If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities. 
 

UMass Opportunities

Minuteman Equity Fund
The Minutemen Equity Fund (MEF), a student-run investment fund on campus is recruiting freshman and sophomore students for their Spring 2023 Junior Analyst role! Junior Analysts generate investment ideas, learn about research and the financial industry through workshops, and develop skills to pursue desired opportunities and careers. Applications are due TONIGHT Sunday, November 13th at 11:59pm For more information, click this link or reach out to MEF here!

Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship
The Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship is hosting their Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy Awards Night and Networking event on Thursday, November 17th, from 4-6pm. This is a great opportunity to network and learn from leaders in the innovation and entrepreneurship community. All welcome to attend this event, click this link to register.

Additional Opportunities

Grant Thornton
Grant Thornton, an accounting and consulting firm, is actively recruiting for their Women’s Leadership Conference! This event is designed for student graduating in 2025, and attendees will have the opportunity to develop as young female professionals. This event is scheduled for January 11th and 12th, in Iselin, NJ, and applications are due on Friday, November 18th. Click this link for more information. 

William & Mary Women’s Stock Pitch
William & Mary’s chapter of Smart Woman Securities and Women in Business are hosting their 7th Annual Women's Stock Pitch and Leadership Summit on Friday, March 31st and Saturday, April 1st. This event will consist of preliminary and final rounds of pitching, a networking session, a dinner keynote, and more. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is Friday, December 16th, click this link for more information. 

Signature Consultants
Signature Consultants, a technical staffing firm, is currently recruiting for their Summer Sales Internship Program! Current sophomores and juniors are invited to apply. If you are interested, reach out to former WiB Co-President, and current employee, Sam Boardman, or click this link for more information. 

How to Craft the Perfect Sunday Reset

By: Rachael Doyle

After a fun and eventful weekend, you may find yourself waking up on Sunday morning feeling terrible- not to mention the hit of overwhelming anxiety that comes when anticipating the upcoming week. Trust me, for me this is a weekly occurrence. You probably wake up and sit in your bed weighing your options… 


On one hand you could stay in bed all day watching TV and eating snacks with a bottle of Advil by your side, trying your best to ignore the Sunday Scaries creeping up on you all day. In theory, this is not a terrible idea. 

On the other hand, you could suck it up and head to the library (or whatever study location works for you) and stressfully grind out all of the assignments you avoided all weekend that are now all suddenly due at 11:59. This is also, in theory, not a terrible idea (but it’s just not ideal). 


In reality, the perfect Sunday routine combines both rest and relaxation with productivity. You need to acknowledge the recovery that your mind and body need from a long week completed, while also preparing yourself for the week ahead. This is usually where the problem arises. How do you balance taking care of yourself while getting what you need to do… done? Where do you even start?


To be transparent, there is no perfect answer. However, I’ve given a little insight into my Sunday reset routine to show you what works best for me. I hope to give you a little inspiration on ways you can try to improve your wellbeing before your week begins, when you may need it the most.


Take Care of Yourself

After waking up and scrolling on TikTok for 20 minutes, I usually (eventually) get up and kick off my Sunday reset by taking care of myself. I’ll hop in the shower, do my morning skincare routine, and put on a nice comfy outfit. Taking the time to care for myself just helps me refresh my mind and body and set me up for a hopeful productive day! 


Reset Your Room

Once I’m ready, the first thing I do is clean my room. The saying that a cluttered space leads to a cluttered mind is so accurate, and often I find myself feeling so much more overwhelmed with work when I’m surrounded by laundry and loose papers. Even small tasks like rearranging my desk and wiping countertops makes such a huge difference, especially since the dorm rooms are so small. Once my room is clean and organized, I feel so much better and ready to tackle the rest of my day.


Run Those Errands!

Not only is Sunday usually the busiest day for homework and assignments, but it is also when most people are due to go grocery shopping and complete those other small necessary tasks that come to mind. Personally, I love running errands, so once my room is clean, I will sit down at my (now freshly cleaned) desk and make a list of everything that I know I’ll need for the upcoming week. Whether it’s groceries, household items, or even just little things I’ve been wanting. It all gets written down. Then, I am off to Target! Going on a Target run is honestly the highlight of any day, and I genuinely look forward to this end of the weekend/beginning of the week trip! Finding joy in little things like a Target run makes Sunday reset that much more enjoyable. Not only is it fun to browse around, but it is such a productive part of my week. I also always make sure to stop at Starbucks on my way out for the perfect Sunday reset coffee!


Start the Grind

Once my errands are done and I’m back on campus it’s usually the early afternoon and the perfect time to start my work! I’ll almost always head to Isenberg and start the grind. Isenberg is especially nice to work from on Sundays, as it’s nice and quiet with light shining down from the panels in the Hub creating the perfect ambiance. I'll pull out my planner and write out my weekly schedule, noting any assignments I need to work on for that week. Using a planner is especially helpful to see everything I have coming up but also helps me prioritize and plan the week ahead. Then, I’ll get started! 


Make sure to fill your Sunday reset routine with activities that allow you to set your mind and body up for success. Maybe for you that could be going for a walk, getting in a nice workout, or making sure you have time to read. Whatever sets you up for success- do it! As someone who used to really struggle with procrastination, using a Sunday reset routine before starting my work has been such a huge help in clearing my mind and putting me in a productive headspace to get work done. It helps me compartmentalize the seemingly endless list of things I need to get done. It puts me at ease to know I am heading into a new week with my best foot forward! 


Rape Culture and Resources with Tess

Happy Sunday! 

Join us for our next meeting, tomorrow Monday, November 7th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137) for an important presentation on rape culture and available resources, led by our Head Co-Director of Social Events, Tess Leonard. This will be a very informative meeting, and we understand that this topic may be sensitive for some of our members, so we ask that you please attend this meeting with care. 

We also will be live streaming this meeting on Zoom for virtual viewers to attend at the following link:
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/98339046651 
Meeting ID: 983 3904 6651

WiB Etiquette Dinner: If you signed up and paid to attend the Etiquette Dinner Workshop, you should have received an email with more information, so be sure to check that out. We are looking forward to the event on Tuesday!

Committee/Program Reminders:

  • Peer Mentorship Program: Wednesday, November 9th at 7pm (Isenberg N135): Team Building Activities - This will be a fun event, where we will participate in different team building challenges! Please be in contact with your mentor/mentees.

  • Community Service Committee: Thursday, November 10th at 6pm (Herter 217): Topic TBD (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)

  • Marketing Committee: Wednesday, November 16th at 7pm (Isenberg 119): The Internship Search (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)


Content Updates:

  • Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 4, "Taylor Swift: Midnights, the Music Industry & Feminism w/Abby" hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle, featuring our Social Media Chair Abby Morse, is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!

  • Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "Fall with Friends in Amherst" by Riley Bailey, at this link!


If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities. 
 

UMass Opportunities

Isenberg Undergraduate Consulting Group
Isenberg Undergraduate Consulting Group (IUCG), is a student-run consulting group on campus that works with a variety of clients on consulting projects. This organization provides members with hands on experience and many networking opportunities. IUCG is currently recruiting Junior Analysts, and the deadline to apply is Friday, November 11th at 11:59pm. To apply, click here, and for more information about the application process and other professional development opportunities, click here. If you have any questions, reach out to IUCG here. 

Minuteman Equity Fund
The Minutemen Equity Fund (MEF), a student-run investment fund on campus is recruiting freshman and sophomore students for their Spring 2023 Junior Analyst role! Junior Analysts generate investment ideas, learn about research and the financial industry through workshops, and develop skills to pursue desired opportunities and careers. Applications are due on Sunday, November 13th at 11:59pm For more information, click this link or reach out to MEF here!

Additional Opportunities

AlphaSights
AlphaSights, a global information services firm, is currently recruiting current juniors and seniors for Summer 2023 positions! To learn more about their Client Service Associate Program, click here, and to learn more about their Client Services Summer Internship Associate Program, click here!

Alteryx
Alteryx, a computer software company focused on data science and analytics, invites members to apply for their Summer 2023 Sales Representative Internship! For more information about this position, click this link.

Grant Thornton
Grant Thornton, an accounting and consulting firm, is actively recruiting for their Women’s Leadership Conference! This event is deigned for student graduating in 2025, and attendees will have the opportunity to develop as young female professionals. This event is scheduled for January 11th and 12th, in Iselin, NJ, and applications are due on Friday, November 18th. Click this link for more information. 

Florida Venture Summit
The Florida Venture Summit is an event designed to connect innovators with venture capitalists and corporate investors. Students are invited to submit their business plans for the opportunity to present at Florida Venture Summit on December 6th and 7th. Submissions are due on Thursday, November 10th, and more information can be found at this link. Students are also invited to volunteer at this event, and more information about volunteer opportunities can be found at this link.