GPO August 2024 Newsletter
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The Olin GPO will host the second annual All Graduate Student Resource Fair on Tuesday, August 27th, in Knight Hall, 2nd floor atrium, from 3:30- 6:00 pm. Campus partners, food, swag, graduate clubs, and even a few furry friends will be available.
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Professional headshots are available next week for all Olin graduate students. The session will run Monday the 26th through Thursday the 29th in the Knight Center, 4th floor. Schedule yours today!
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Case Competition season is up and running full steam. Learn more about Olin’s past participation, our winners, our teams, and available case competitions for the new year. An information session for students interested in learning more is scheduled for Thursday, August 29th, 11:30 am -12:50 pm, DUC 276. Register online for this lunch n’ learn!
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Welcome an Olin Gathering hosted by Dean Mazzeo and Olin’s Faculty and Staff. Olin students, faculty, and staff are invited to stop by for a meal and explore the Diversity and Inclusion Expo on Thursday, September 5, 2024, in Knight Hall Atrium, 4-6 pm. Food is free! Learn more online and stop by!
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The GPO has contracted Jennifer Smith, a designer with the AGI (American Graphics Institute), to lead two three-hour PowerPoint Design Workshops on Friday, September 6, 2024, with one session in the morning and one in the afternoon. This class is for professionals looking to create successful, well-designed slide decks. Register to attend and learn to design creative and impactful decks!
- Become an Olin Student Admissions Ambassador! Want to learn more? Visit our table at the Resource Fair on August 27th and complete an application online!
- In Spring 2024, the Graduate Professional Council (GPC) and Graduate
Student Senate (GSS) voted to merge. GPSC is a unified student government representing all graduate and professional students at WashU. Learn more about GPSC, get involved, and attend a meeting. The GPCS will host a night at Busch Stadium for a St.Louis Cardinals game on Thursday, September 19th. Tickets are only $10! Learn more and purchase your ticket online today!
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Minyu Ma
SMP Student Spotlight
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- MSF
- Photographer
- Traveler
- Quaker school
- Basketball dreamer
- Optimistic
Minyu Ma has just completed an internship with Equity Research and is preparing for December graduation. Minyu is an avid photographer with a great artist's eye for landscape; Minyu is also a travel enthusiast who treasures life experiences and carries forward experiences, enriching his life with new cultures and perseverance. Learn more about Minyu and check out the photography!
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Helena Valentine
MBA Student Spotlight
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- Outdoor Enthusiast
- Finance Geek
- Entrepreneur
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Brewer, Beer Sommelier, and Beer lover
- Ingenious packer, just ask Emmalene
- Consistently kind
Helena landed in St.Louis with a mission. She was newly married while enrolled in the Olin MBA program and simultaneously working with her husband/partner to create and establish the Great Heart Brewing Company.
Get to know Helena, and check out the cave climbing and family holiday sweaters!
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Jack Heider
PMBA Student Spotlight
- Northeastern
- Engineer
- Dog dad to three!
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Chess anyone?
- High pass "king"
Jack Heider will complete his MBA in a record-breaking time while juggling a busy career, engagement with a wedding, and being a dad to three! His biggest asset? Jack's energy and ability! Please get to know Jack, his chemist bride, and his brood of three!
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SMP Wants You!
Meet Ronald Feng, SMP Council President
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Each fall, the SMP Council hosts several signature events, including the formal at the Ritz Carlton and the October outing to Six Flags! These events are created for Specialized Masters's Students and funded through student fees. What is the SMP Council, and how can you participate?
A few fun facts about Ronald: he has studied in Beijing and Dublin, and although he loves the St.Louis Symphony, he has a funny story about a recent visit! Learn more about the current SMP President, Ronald Feng, and council opportunities!
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Grant Clayton, Lecturer in Finance
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"I thoroughly enjoyed Grant Clayton's FIN 5203 Financial Management course. It was well-organized, and I learned a lot. The best course I've ever taken!"
Mohamed Zaghloul, PMBA 54
PMBA 54 spent the summer in Grant's FIN 5203. Although many do not have a financial background, they all had amazing things to say about Grant's generosity in the classroom and his ability to break it down!
“I’ve had a great experience in Grant’s class. He’s patient, clear with explanations, and genuinely passionate about the subjects he teaches. Always in a positive mood, interactive with the class, and goes the extra mile to ensure you have the necessary resources to succeed.” Collin Cissell, PMBA 54
Grant is new to St.Louis, but he is diving right in! Just a few
sneak peeks!
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Y'all
- Texan
- SMU
- Barbecue enthusiast
- Core instructor
Get to know Grant, his family, and what other students are saying about this dedicated member of the Olin faculty.
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Olin Happenings, Resources, a New Baby, and Much More!
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MBA 2026 students have had a busy July and August! Students gathered for orientation, classes, an evening at The Forest Park Boathouse, a CitySC 2 game, and a CCE Network Happy Hour. What's next? DC and the Brookings Institute! Check out the smiles and excitement.
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The Olin MBA class of 2025 grew by one more on July 26th. Joseph Frank Jedicka V made his debut, and what a darling baby boy! Congratulations to Joe Jedlicka(IV), MBA 2025, and his fantastic wife Meg. Check out this baby and his full head of hair!
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The SMP advisors hosted a week-long program, part of G0-SMP titled Gateway to Olin for students who are new to US culture and universities. Students enjoyed classes in etiquette, pizza, and a few excursions! Check out the action. And then SMP GO started on Friday, August 16th! Check-in, ice cream bars, swag, and smiles!
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The Reverse Student Group Career Fair will debut during the Fall 2024 Career Expo on September 26th. We’re flipping the Career Expo in this event, so employers come to YOU! A full schedule and links to register are available online!
- On August 5th, GMF 11 celebrated commencement with faculty and staff. 24 students completed the program and graduated. Twenty students are from the SMU track, and four are from the WHU track. Check out the smiles.
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