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SUMMARY:Coffee Chat - Denver
DESCRIPTION:Chat with us in person about pursuing your MBA at Wisconsin over coffee and a snack. We are here to answer your questions and help you on your academic and professional career. Schedule your 30-minute slot at the registration link.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/coffee-chat-denver/
LOCATION:Schoolyard Cafe\, 1115 Acoma St Ste 106\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,On the Road,Professional MBA
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SUMMARY:2026 WSB Private Capital Conference
DESCRIPTION:Over the past two decades\, private capital has experienced significant growth and transformation\, driven by increasing global demand for alternative investments. Private equity\, venture capital\, and private credit have expanded as investors seek higher returns and diversification outside of traditional public markets. Institutional investors\, such as pension funds\, endowments\, and sovereign wealth funds\, have poured capital into private markets\, fueling the rise of mega-funds and expanding investment into sectors like technology\, healthcare\, and infrastructure. Regulatory changes\, increased access to technology\, and a shift toward more flexible capital structures have also played a key role\, enabling private capital firms to take a more active role in company growth and operational improvements. As a result\, private capital has become a more prominent and influential part of the global financial ecosystem. \n\n\n\nThe Third Annual WSB Private Capital Conference\n\n\n\nWSB is honored to host the 2026 Private Capital Conference on October 23. This gathering of top industry experts will explore the sectors of private equity\, private credit\, and venture capital. Please join us as we discuss the latest sector insights and trends with industry leaders.DRESS CODE: BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL \n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nKeynote Conversation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDana M. Peterson\, Chief Economist\, The Conference BoardDana M Peterson is the Chief Economist and Leader of the Economy\, Strategy & Finance Center at The Conference Board\, where she brings Trusted Insights for What’s Ahead® to C-suite executives of Fortune 500 firms. \n\n\n\nPrior to this\, she served as a North America Economist and later as a Global Economist at Citi\, one of the world’s largest investment banks. Her wealth of experience extends to the public sector\, having also worked at the Federal Reserve Board in Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nDana’s broad economics portfolio includes analyzing global themes having direct financial market implications\, including growth; monetary policy; inflation; labor markets; fiscal and trade policy; debt; taxation; consumption; and demographics. Her work also examines myriad U.S. themes leveraging granular data and identifying risks and gray swan events that might impact firms globally. \n\n\n\nPeterson and her research have been featured by U.S. and international news outlets: in print\, on broadcasts\, and at large media events. Publications and networks include CNBC\, FOX Business\, Bloomberg\, the Wall Street Journal\, the Financial Times\, BBC\, Thomson-Reuters\, CNN Finance\, Yahoo Finance\, Schwab Network\, Harvard Business Review\, and Barron’s. \n\n\n\nDana is a member of the Board of Directors of the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) and the Global Interdependence Center (GIC). She is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations\, National Association for Business Economics (NABE)\, the New York Association for Business Economics (NYABE)\, National Business Economics Issues Council (NBEIC)\, and the Forecasters Club. \n\n\n\nShe received an undergraduate degree in Economics from Wesleyan University and a Master of Science degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael A. Skelly\, Partner\, Lexington PartnersMichael (“Mike”) Skelly is a Partner on the Secondary team primarily focused on the origination\, evaluation\, and execution of secondary opportunities including partnership and GP-led transactions. \n\n\n\nMike joined Lexington as an associate in 2010 from Brevan Howard\, where he was an associate in investor relations. Prior to that\, he was an analyst in investment banking at Goldman Sachs. Mike graduated from the University of Wisconsin (Madison) with a BBA in Finance and Political Science. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Speakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrent Adam\, Managing Director\, Borgman CapitalBrent Adam joined Borgman Capital as the Chief Financial Officer in 2020 and was named a managing director and shareholder in 2023. He has over 20 years of finance and accounting experience with a focus on mergers and acquisitions. Brent started his career with Ernst & Young\, where he spent 14 years primarily in the mergers and acquisitions group.  Brent then joined a venture capital firm and eventually became CFO of one of its portfolio companies\, guiding it to a successful exit to a publicly traded company. He has been involved in hundreds of M&A transactions\, with deals ranging from $1 million to $6 billion in enterprise value. \n\n\n\nBrent received both a Bachelor’s in Business Administration\, majoring in accounting\, and Master’s of Accountancy from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He serves on the board of directors of Olympus Group\, YPO Wisconsin\, and several of Borgman Capital’s portfolio companies. In 2022\, Brent was named a 2022 Notable CFO by BizTimes Milwaukee.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark Attanasio\, Director-Alternative Investments\, General Motors Asset Management \n\n\n\nMark Attanasio is a Director at General Motors Asset Management (“GMAM”). He currently oversees the teams responsible for managing GM’s allocation to Absolute Return Strategies\, Real Estate\, and Private Equity across a number of GM-related pension plans. Mark has been a member of the Absolute Return Strategies team since its inception and\, more recently\, has added oversight of private equity and real estate investments. His primary responsibilities include due diligence\, risk management\, and portfolio construction. \n\n\n\nMark also sits on several internal committees (Investment Management and Operational Risk Management) and serves as Chair for a foreign pension plan. Additionally\, while at GM\, Mark has managed GM’s Equity program\, a Global Tactical Asset Allocation program and the trading room. Mark joined GMAM in 1999\, where his initial responsibilities were in risk management until his transition into the Absolute Return Strategies group. Prior to joining GMAM\, Mark worked at Bankers Trust Company in their Investment Consulting and Risk Management teams.Mark received a BA in Economics and an MBA from Rutgers University.Mark is a Chartered Financial Analyst. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThomas Chadwick\, Investment Partner\, Pritzker Private Capital \n\n\n\nThomas Chadwick is an Investment Partner on the Manufactured Products team for PPC. Thomas works with Aurorium\, Buckman\, NAI Group\, Plaskolite\, and Technimark. Thomas joined PPC in 2017 as a Vice President. Prior to PPC\, Thomas was an Associate at Madison Dearborn Capital Partners and an Investment Banking Analyst at Deutsche Bank. Thomas received his M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and his B.B.A. from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSheldon Deng\, Associate\, Charlesbank \n\n\n\nSheldon joined Charlesbank in 2023 upon graduating from college\, having previously been a Summer Analyst at Charlesbank. Prior to joining the firm\, he interned at Eminence Capital\, a long/short equity hedge fund in New York City. Sheldon graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with Distinction\, receiving a BBA in Finance in 2023. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve Farsht\, Co-Founder\, Corazon Capital \n\n\n\nSteve co-founded Corazon Capital. He was a Board Member of Techstars Chicago and co-managed the program in 2013 and 2014. Steve was Chief Operating Officer of Tap.Me\, which was sold to MediaMath in 2012. \n\n\n\nPreviously\, Steve was a General Partner with Norwest Equity Partners. Over his 9 years with the firm\, Steve invested $280 million of equity in 13 management buyouts and growth capital investments across a variety of industries. His platform companies completed 9 add-on acquisitions. Steve served on 8 boards and led the sale of several companies to strategic and financial buyers. \n\n\n\nSteve was a lecturer of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management where he also received his MBA. Steve has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBeth Holzberger\, Senior Portfolio Manager – Private Equity\, SWIB \n\n\n\nBeth is a Senior Portfolio Manager focused on Private Equity investing at the State of Wisconsin Investment Board (“SWIB”). She joined SWIB in 2007 and has 25 years of experience working in Alternative Investments including 18 years in Private Equity at SWIB. Beth is a senior member of the Private Equity team where she manages and underwrites fund investments and co-investments in buyouts and private credit as part of the pension’s $27 billion Private Equity portfolio. SWIB is the 6th largest U.S. Pension Fund with approximately $160 billion in assets. Prior to joining SWIB\, Beth was an Associate in the Real Estate Group at Fidelity Investments and a Real Estate Market Analyst at CoStar Group. Away from the office\, Beth serves as an Investment Committee member of the Madison Community Foundation. In her free time\, she is a passionate baseball fan and enjoys water sports\, card games\, cooking\, and time outdoors. Beth received a BBA in Business from University of Wisconsin—Madison and an MBA from Edgewood University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Kozina\, Head of Value Creation\, Garnett Station Partners \n\n\n\nChristopher Kozina is Head of the Value Creation Team and an Operating Partner at Garnett Station Partners\, a New York–based lower-middle-market private equity firm that partners with founder- and entrepreneur-led companies in consumer and commercial services. He leads GSP’s operating partners and operating executives in support of the firm’s investment and portfolio management teams. \n\n\n\nBefore his current role\, Chris was a P&L leader and C-suite operator across consumer and multi-unit businesses. He served as Chair\, President\, and CEO of Coors Distributing Company\, as Group President at Driven Brands ahead of its IPO\, and in CIO\, CHRO\, Chief of Staff\, and SVP Marketing roles within South African Breweries’ U.S. business. He began his career at Andersen Consulting (now Accenture)\, where he was a Partner in the Global Consumer Goods and Services Practice. He previously served as Assistant Vice Chancellor and Special Assistant to the Chancellor at UW-Madison\, and as a director of the UW Foundation and the Wisconsin Alumni Association. \n\n\n\nChris graduated with Distinction from UW-Madison (BBA\, Finance\, Real Estate\, and Urban Land Economics) and with High Honors from the University of Illinois (Master’s in Globalization and Educational Policy). He also holds an Advanced Business Management certification from Northwestern University. Chris and his family live in the Chicago suburbs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvan Lorch\, Operating Partner\, Thoma Bravo \n\n\n\nEvan Lorch is an operating partner at Thoma Bravo\, bringing more than 25 years of experience as a financial executive with a track record of scaling organizations and driving value creation across the technology sector. Most recently\, he served as chief financial officer at WebPT\, the leading software platform in the rehab therapy market. Before that\, he was an operating partner at Francisco Partners\, where he focused on technology investments and worked closely with leadership teams across a portfolio of enterprise software companies to accelerate growth and optimize performance. Earlier in his career\, he held CFO roles at Optanix\, ShoreGroup\, CoreOne Technologies and BIDS Trading\, where he helped expand operations\, execute strategic transactions and build high-performing finance teams. He began his career at PwC. Evan holds an MBA from Cornell University and a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKort Schnabel\, CEO & Head of US Direct Lending\, Ares Capital Corporation \n\n\n\nMr. Schnabel is a Partner and Co-Head of U.S. Direct Lending in the Ares Credit Group and serves as Chief Executive Officer of Ares Capital Corporation. He is also the Co-Head of Sports\, Media and Entertainment and serves as a Director and Co-President of Ares Sports\, Media and Entertainment Opportunities LP. He serves on the Ares Operating Committee and is a member of the firm’s U.S. Direct Lending\, Sports\, Media and Entertainment and Specialty Healthcare Investment Committees. He may from time to time serve as an officer\, director or principal of other entities affiliated with Ares Management or investment funds managed by Ares Management and its affiliates. Prior to joining Ares in 2001\, Mr. Schnabel was in the Corporate Development Group at Walker Digital Corporation\, a business and technology research and development firm\, where he was responsible for corporate finance\, merger and acquisition and strategic planning activities. Previously\, Mr. Schnabel was in the Corporate Finance Group at Morgan Stanley\, where he performed financial analyses for mergers and acquisitions\, leveraged buyouts and equity/debt offerings. Mr. Schnabel holds a B.A.\, cum laude\, from the University of Pennsylvania in Economics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJen Wilson\, Vice President-Head of Private Investments\, Thrivent \n\n\n\nJen has 21 years of professional experience and has been involved with middle market private equity for most of her career. At Thrivent\, she is involved in making all private equity fund commitments and equity co-investments. Before joining Thrivent in 2006\, she worked at ING Investment Management focusing on private debt investments. Jen began her career at Arthur Andersen in its Transaction Advisory Services department.   \n\n\n\nJen earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Minnesota. Jen completed her CPA designation and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.  \n\n\n\nJen is a member of the University of St. Thomas Investment Committee\, the Investment Advisory Council for the Minnesota State Board of Investment\, several fund advisory boards\, and is co-chair of PEWIN’s Twin Cities Chapter.  \n\n\n\nJen chairs and serves on Thrivent’s Private Equity Investment Committee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatie Wyatt\, Chief Investment Officer\, Loyola University Chicago \n\n\n\nKatharine Wyatt\, CFA is the Chief Investment Officer at Loyola University Chicago. With over 20 years of experience managing large institutional portfolios\, Katharine leads Loyola’s investment office where she is responsible for investment policy and management of over $1.5 billion in endowment\, operating reserves and defined benefit pension assets. Prior to joining Loyola\, she was Director of Investments for Abbott Laboratories $6bn pension plan. At Abbott\, she was responsible for oversight of public and private investments\, including selection\, due diligence and monitoring of external managers and was instrumental in building the alternative investments program. Katharine started her career as a research analyst covering hedge fund\, private equity and private real asset investments. Katharine holds both an MS and a BA in Finance\, Investment and Banking from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and was part of the Applied Security Analysis Program during her graduate studies. She is a CFA charter holder and serves on the executive committee of CFA Society Chicago board of directors. Katharine enjoys mentoring women in the investment field and has been a member of the Private Equity Women’s Investor Network\, Women Association of Venture & Equity\, and Women Investment Professionals. Katharine volunteers as a board member and serves on the investment committee of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nTimeSessionMorning Session:9:45 am – 10:00 amWSB Opening Remarks10:00 am – 11:00 amKeynote Conversation – Dana M. Peterson and Michael Skelly11:00 am – 12:00 pmIntroduction to Private Investing PanelLunch12:45 – 1:45 pmLimited Partners Panel2:00 pm – 3:00 pmValue Creation Panel3:00 pm – 4:00 pmSenior Deal Stories Panel 4:00 pm – 6:00 pmStudent – Panelist Networking Reception (Hors d’Oeuvres\, Drinks Provided)\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\nThe conference event will be held in Pyle Center’s Alumni Lounge\, with the event reception at 4PM taking place in Pyle Center’s Lee Lounge. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\nThe 2026 WSB Private Capital Conference is sponsored by the Wisconsin School of Business Department of Finance\, Investment\, and Banking and the Wisconsin Private Equity Club.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/2026-wsb-private-capital-conference/
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SUMMARY:Nicholas Center Advisory Board & Alumni Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Nicholas Center for Corporate Finance and Investment Banking\, part of the Wisconsin School of Business\, hosts an annual event each year for Nicholas Center Advisory Board Members and Alumni to discuss the Center’s evolving vision and strategic priorities\, engage directly with our students\, and connect with fellow board members and alumni. The event will take place on-site in Madison\, WI and brings together finance executives from corporate finance\, investment banking\, and consulting across a variety of industries. \n\n\n\nFor information regarding this event\, please email: nicholascenter@wsb.wisc.edu
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/nicholas-center-advisory-board-alumni-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Nicholas Center
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SUMMARY:Real Estate Field Trip to Milwaukee\, WI
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URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/real-estate-field-trip-to-milwaukee-wi/
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
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SUMMARY:The MBA Tour - Denver
DESCRIPTION:This free event is a great way to network with our staff\, get your questions answered\, and learn about our programs and community. \n\n\n\nThis event brings the top business schools to you. Come network with admissions decision makers and hear more about the options that are out there waiting for you. Whether you are just beginning your research or preparing your application\, we would love to connect with you. Register today!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/the-mba-tour-denver/
LOCATION:History Colorado Center\, 1200 Broadway\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,On the Road,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
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SUMMARY:Badgers in Consulting: Experience to Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow alumni and Chicago professionals for Badgers in Consulting: Experience to Opportunity\, an interactive networking event that connects individuals across firms\, career stages\, and industries. \n\n\n\nDuring structured breakout sessions\, you’ll explore the variety of career journeys that encompass the consulting industry\, learn about the benefits of consulting careers\, and connect with professionals who leverage their consulting expertise in other industries and roles.  \n\n\n\nKicking off the event\, consulting experts will share key skills prized by top firms and discuss the ins and outs of the industry. Featured speakers include: \n\n\n\n\nRyan Ransford\, executive director at Russell Reynolds Associates\n\n\n\nAmanda Kranz (BA ’07)\, managing director at Accenture Song\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to advance or specialize within the profession\, make the jump from consulting to industry\, or explore a new career path altogether\, this event will equip you with invaluable career advice and new relationships to help you make your next move.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are experiencing issues registering with the link above\, please email Katie Yadro at kyadro@wisc.edu.All UW–Madison alumni and friends are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary appetizers and beverages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation \n\n\n\nSummit Chicago205 N. Michigan Ave.\, 10th FloorChicago\, IL 60601Parking Information \n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n5–5:30 p.m.: Check-in and informal networking5:30–6:15 p.m.: Opening remarks6:15–7:30 p.m.: Structured networking breakouts \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNetworking Breakouts and Participants\n\n\n\nMeet with Chicago professionals at different stages of the consulting career journey during structured breakout sessions. Select your preferred networking group upon registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRiser\n\n\n\nAdvanced in their consulting career at one firm or spent the majority of their time at one firm \n\n\n\n\nRyan Ransford\, executive director at Russell Reynolds Associates\n\n\n\nAmanda Kranz (BA ’07)\, managing director at Accenture Song\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConsulting Boomerang\n\n\n\nMoved between consulting firms \n\n\n\n\nJake Shenkenberg (BBA ’21)\, vice president at AlixPartners\n\n\n\nJustin Stollberg (BS ’21)\, consultant at BRG\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndustry Boomerang\n\n\n\nJoined industry from consulting (or vice versa) \n\n\n\n\nMichael Botos (BS ’89)\, partner/principal strategy\, innovation\, transformation at EY-Parthenon\n\n\n\nRobert McGonigle\, engagement manager at McKinsey & Company\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValue Capture Specialist\n\n\n\nMoved into specialty consulting (finance/PE\, etc.) \n\n\n\n\nWill Langas (BS ’23)\, associate\, private equity services at Alvarez & Marsal\n\n\n\nFay Shong (BBA ’84)\, energy industry executive and retired partner at McKinsey\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTech and AI Leader\n\n\n\nPivoted from consulting to an AI-focused role (consulting\, startup\, etc.) or to work at a tech company \n\n\n\n\nMichael Yadgar (BS ’92)\, board advisor at AltitudeIQ\n\n\n\nAudra Brown\, director\, AI consulting and delivery at Quantum Rise\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now!\n\n\n\nPlease indicate your top two preferences for networking breakout groups upon registration. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences\, but we cannot guarantee you’ll be placed in your top choice(s).
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/badgers-in-consulting-experience-to-opportunity/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking
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SUMMARY:Virtual Info Session: Wisconsin School of Business Precollege Programs
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin School of Business Precollege Programs provide high school students with opportunities to explore their interest in business and higher education. Through engaging school-year workshops and immersive summer camps\, participants learn directly from Wisconsin School of Business faculty and staff while developing critical business and leadership skills. Program experiences include faculty-led presentations and non-credit courses\, company visits and job shadowing opportunities\, case competitions\, and campus exploration activities that introduce students to college life.  \n\n\n\nSince launching in 2023\, WSB Precollege Programs have served nearly 500 high school students. To expand access to these opportunities\, enrollment priority is given to students who are first-generation college students (the first in their immediate family to attend a four-year college or university) or who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals.  \n\n\n\nAttend a virtual info session to learn more about school year and summer programs offered by the Wisconsin School of Business Precollege Programs!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/virtual-info-session-wisconsin-school-of-business-precollege-programs/
CATEGORIES:WSB Precollege
ORGANIZER;CN="WSB Precollege Program":MAILTO:wsbprecollege@wsb.wisc.edu
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SUMMARY:Real Estate Networking Event - Milwaukee (CARW)
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URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/real-estate-networking-event-milwaukee-carw/
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
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SUMMARY:Study Abroad 101: Business Programs (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person to learn about studying abroad as a Business major\, Business certificate\, or Pre-Business student! \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nAcademics abroad—with Business specific considerations\n\n\n\nChoosing a program—featuring 30+ programs specifically for Business Badgers\n\n\n\nFunding tips (scholarships & financial aid)\n\n\n\nBusiness-specific application timelines\n\n\n\nand MORE!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/study-abroad-101-business-programs-in-person-2/
LOCATION:Room 3190\, Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate Study Abroad
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260826T164259Z
CREATED:20260826T164258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T164259Z
UID:10001938-1792585800-1792587600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Real Estate in the Wisconsin MBA
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can navigate dynamic markets\, shaping the future of the built environment through financing\, development\, investments\, and more\, with an MBA pathway in real estate.  \n\n\n\nCurrent full-time MBA students who are focusing on real estate will join Jonathan Lulu\, industry expert and director of the Graaskamp Center for Real Estate\, for this conversation about real estate curriculum and career pathways in the Wisconsin MBA. \n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in multiple pathways? Visit our events page to view other upcoming pathway webinars.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/real-estate-in-the-wisconsin-mba/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Panels
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260807T211916Z
CREATED:20260807T211915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T211916Z
UID:10001924-1792584900-1792587600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch: Chris Kolbe
DESCRIPTION:Chris Kolbe\, Founder of HyperNatural\n\n\n\nJoin Chris Kolbe\, founder of HyperNatural and former executive at Lands’ End\, J.Crew\, Polo Ralph Lauren\, and Kohl’s\, as he shares lessons from building brands\, leading innovation\, and launching a wellness-focused apparel company. Drawing on more than 30 years of industry experience\, Chris will discuss entrepreneurship\, product development\, sustainability\, and creating meaningful differentiation in competitive markets. \n\n\n\nThis free event will be held in 4151 Grainger Hall. \n\n\n\nThe Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch program is sponsored by the law firm of Neider & Boucher\, S.C. We thank them for their support!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/distinguished-entrepreneurs-lunch-chris-kolbe/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch,Weinert Center,Weinert Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T235959
DTSTAMP:20260805T052242Z
CREATED:20260805T052241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T052242Z
UID:10001906-1792540800-1792627199@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Women in Real Estate (WIRE) Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/women-in-real-estate-wire-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260826T193820Z
CREATED:20260826T193819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T193820Z
UID:10001945-1792237800-1792251000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Inside Look: The Executive MBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us to experience a day in the life of an Executive MBA student. This event will provide you the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nNetwork with current students and learn about their experiences in the program\n\n\n\nAttend an in-person class with current students\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Executive MBA and the application process\n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place in person.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/inside-look-the-executive-mba-7/
LOCATION:2450 Grainger Hall\, 975 University Ave.\, 2450 Grainger Hall\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T115000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T212347Z
CREATED:20260826T185825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T212347Z
UID:10001943-1792237800-1792251000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Inside Look: The Professional MBA
DESCRIPTION:Experience a day in the life of a Professional MBA student. This event will provide you the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nNetwork with current students and learn about their experiences in the program\n\n\n\nAttend an in-person class with current students\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Professional MBA and the application process\n\n\n\n\nThis event will take place in person.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/inside-look-the-professional-mba-8/
LOCATION:2450 Grainger Hall\, 975 University Ave.\, 2450 Grainger Hall\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20261008T172805Z
CREATED:20260520T163213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T172805Z
UID:10001821-1792233000-1792242000@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:The MBA Tour - Salt Lake City
DESCRIPTION:This free event is a great way to network with our staff\, get your questions answered\, and learn about our programs and community. \n\n\n\nThis event brings the top business schools to you. Come network with admissions decision makers and hear more about the options that are out there waiting for you. Whether you are just beginning your research or preparing your application\, we would love to connect with you. Register today!
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/the-mba-tour-salt-lake-city/
LOCATION:Publik Space\, 975 South West Temple Street\, Salt Lake City\, Utah\, 84101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,On the Road,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260923T182923Z
CREATED:20260923T173803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T182923Z
UID:10001979-1792087200-1792090800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:UW Markets\, Mindsets & Money in the Netherlands Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Meet with the program leader for UW Markets\, Mindsets & Money in the Netherlands at this info session! Study abroad in Amsterdam next summer to explore personal financial planning from a global perspective. You’ll engage in site visits\, expert-led discussions\, and case studies to understand international financial systems and sustainable investing. \n\n\n\nPlease use the following link to register for this virtual event: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/meeting/register/loUcZSfOQBa9RoGoB0LYsg
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/uw-markets-mindsets-money-in-the-netherlands-info-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Global Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T180000
DTSTAMP:20260824T151658Z
CREATED:20260824T151656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T151658Z
UID:10001936-1792085400-1792087200@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Supply Chain Management in the Wisconsin MBA
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can optimize effective and profitable supply chains\, leading in the face of any challenge\, with this MBA pathway. \n\n\n\nAlumni of the Wisconsin Full-Time MBA with career paths in supply chain management will join Jake Dean\, industry expert and director of the Grainger Center for Supply Chain Management\, for this informal conversation about what attracted them to the industry\, their careers in supply chain\, and how the Wisconsin MBA made it all possible. \n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in multiple pathways? Visit our events page to view other upcoming pathway webinars.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/supply-chain-management-in-the-wisconsin-mba/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Panels
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T124500
DTSTAMP:20260916T212728Z
CREATED:20260708T204856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T212728Z
UID:10001853-1792066500-1792068300@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:MS in Business Analytics Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Wisconsin MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) admissions staff and faculty for an informative session on the program\, including a deep dive into AI in the program\, admissions requirements\, a curriculum overview\, career outcomes for students\, and more.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/ms-in-business-analytics-virtual-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Master's in Business Analytics
ORGANIZER;CN="Master's Program Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T235959
DTSTAMP:20260805T051709Z
CREATED:20260805T051708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T051709Z
UID:10001902-1792022400-1792195199@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Berkadia - NYU 2026 Multifamily Investment Case Competition
DESCRIPTION:Competition Agenda\n\n\n\nNYU Stern School of Business \n\n\n\nAll Thursday and Friday actives will be held at Stern.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttire on Thursday and Friday is business formal. Attire on Saturday is smart business casual. \n\n\n\nKaufman Management Center \n\n\n\n44 West 4th Street\, New York\, NY 10012 \n\n\n\nDue to construction\, enter Stern via the Shimkin Hall entrance through Schwartz Plaza  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, November 14\, 2024\n\n\n\n7:00 – 8:30 PM | Welcome Reception | Tisch Hall\, Kasin Center (L101) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, November 15\, 2024\n\n\n\n8:15 – 9:00 AM | Breakfast | Tisch Hall\, Kasin Center (L101) \n\n\n\n9:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Morning Presentations | Kaufman Management Center (2-60)  \n\n\n\n12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch | Tisch Hall\, Kasin Center (L101) \n\n\n\n1:00 – 4:00 PM | Afternoon Presentations | Kaufman Management Center (2-60) \n\n\n\n6:00 – 8:00 PM | Reception & Awards Dinner | Kaufman Management Center\, Cantor Boardroom (11-75)  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 16\, 2024† \n\n\n\n11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Tour of The Spiral | Hudson Yards \n\n\n\n          Meeting Time: 10:45 AM  \n\n\n\n          Meeting Place: The Spiral\, Hudson Boulevard\, between 34th and 35th Street \n\n\n\n12:30 – 2:00 PM | Brunch at Mercado Little Spain | Hudson Yards \n\n\n\n† Saturday activities are optional and require advance registration
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/berkadia-nyu-2026-multifamily-investment-case-competition/
LOCATION:NYU Stern School of Business\, 44 W 4th St\, New York\, New York\, 10012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T180000
DTSTAMP:20260708T204356Z
CREATED:20260708T204355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T204356Z
UID:10001852-1791999000-1792000800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Executive MBA Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Information sessions provide a valuable introduction to the Wisconsin Executive MBA Program. Members of the admissions staff are on hand to provide you with information and respond to any questions you might have. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/executive-mba-virtual-information-session-9/
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Information Sessions
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260908T184926Z
CREATED:20260908T184925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T184926Z
UID:10001959-1791980100-1791982800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch: Therese Merkel
DESCRIPTION:Therese Merkel\, Founder & Owner of Tricky Foods\n\n\n\nWhat happens when you leave a corporate career to pursue a passion? Therese Merkel shares her journey from project manager at Epic Systems to award-winning entrepreneur. What began as a creative charcuterie business during the pandemic has grown into a thriving Madison brand that has served more than 100\,000 customers and launched a national venture\, SNAXI. Hear lessons on taking risks\, building a business\, creating a memorable brand\, and turning passion into opportunity.This free event will be held in 4151 Grainger Hall. \n\n\n\nThe Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch program is sponsored by the law firm of Neider & Boucher\, S.C. We thank them for their support! \n\n\n\n\nRSVP
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/distinguished-entrepreneurs-lunch-therese-merkel/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Entrepreneurs Lunch,Weinert Center,Weinert Workshops
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T083000
DTSTAMP:20260708T174254Z
CREATED:20260708T174251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T174254Z
UID:10001851-1791964800-1791966600@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Full-time MBA Interview Prep Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How do you prepare for an MBA admissions interview? Join this virtual 30-minute session to hear from members of the admissions committee about the role interviews can play in the admissions process. We’ll share tips for making a strong impression\, walk through strategies for common interview scenarios\, and analyze a sample interview to highlight effective responses.  \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to help you feel more confident and prepared should you be invited to interview. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/full-time-mba-interview-prep-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Application Support,Full-Time MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261016T235959
DTSTAMP:20260805T051744Z
CREATED:20260805T051742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T051744Z
UID:10001903-1791936000-1792195199@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Real Estate Club Field Trip to Seattle
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/real-estate-club-field-trip-to-seattle/
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T180000
DTSTAMP:20260902T155942Z
CREATED:20260902T155905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T155942Z
UID:10001958-1791912600-1791914400@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Marketing Pathways in the Wisconsin MBA
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can shape brands or wield consumer insights to shape strategy with MBA pathways in Brand Management and Marketing Research and Insights. \n\n\n\nAlumna Cally Thornton (MBA ’13)\, Analytics & Strategy Insights Director at Blue Buffalo\, will join Marketing Leadership Institute director Alan Stoffer for this industry deep dive. \n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in multiple pathways? Visit our events page to view other upcoming pathway webinars.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/marketing-pathways-in-the-wisconsin-mba/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Panels
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T173647Z
CREATED:20260708T173645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T173647Z
UID:10001850-1791894600-1791896400@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Master's Application Tips Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the admissions team for a webinar designed to familiarize you with the admissions process\, application requirements\, and guidance on how to produce a competitive application for the Wisconsin Specialized Business Master’s programs. This is a virtual event.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/masters-application-tips-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Application Support,Master's in Accounting and Business Analysis,Master's in Arts and Creative Enterprise Leadership,Master's in Business Analytics,Master's in Real Estate,Master's in Supply Chain Management,Master’s in Financial Management & Accounting
ORGANIZER;CN="Specialized Master's Admissions Team":MAILTO:masters@contactbusiness.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261012T235959
DTSTAMP:20260805T051248Z
CREATED:20260805T051246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T051248Z
UID:10001901-1791763200-1791849599@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Women in Real Estate (WIRE) Social
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/women-in-real-estate-wire-social/
LOCATION:Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Graaskamp Center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T213452Z
CREATED:20260803T213450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T213452Z
UID:10001885-1791480600-1791482400@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Product Management in the Wisconsin MBA
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can build the skills to oversee product innovation and lead a product’s development\, strategy\, launch\, and success with this MBA pathway. \n\n\n\nAlumni of the Wisconsin MBA who focused on product management will join Erdman Center for Operations and Technology Management director David Dwight for this industry deep dive. This is a virtual event. \n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in multiple pathways? Visit our events page to view other upcoming pathway webinars.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/full-time-mba-product-management-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Full-Time MBA,Panels
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T204500
DTSTAMP:20260727T164557Z
CREATED:20260520T185843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T164557Z
UID:10001825-1791478800-1791492300@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Access MBA - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:One-to-One Meetings with the World’s Top Business Schools \n\n\n\nConnect with admissions directors of top business schools through face-to-face meetings for free. This event helps aspiring business leaders start building a solid and sustainable career path and determine which MBA program fits you. 
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/access-mba-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile\, 511 N Columbus Dr\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive MBA,Full-Time MBA,On the Road,Professional MBA
ORGANIZER;CN="MBA Admissions Team":MAILTO:mba@wsb.wisc.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260915T205340Z
CREATED:20260824T135213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T205340Z
UID:10001934-1791478800-1791487800@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Business Forward | Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:Join the Badger community for our exciting new event series: Business Forward. Hosted by the Wisconsin School of Business in Minneapolis\, the inaugural event provides an exclusive opportunity to learn alongside fellow Twin Cities Badgers and connect with Vallabh “Samba” Sambamurthy\, WSB’s Albert O. Nicholas Dean\, and Fabio Gaertner\, the Cynthia and Jay Ihlenfeld Professor for Inspired Learning in Business and an accounting professor at WSB. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, you’ll learn about what’s new at WSB from Dean Samba and see how Professor Gaertner is empowering students to find efficient ways to move financial systems forward. Additionally\, this event will feature a presentation of the 2026 Distinguished Business Alumni Award\, which honors Cynthia “Cindy” Ihlenfeld (BBA ’75) for her many accomplishments and contributions to the Badger community. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also build authentic relationships with fellow Business Badgers in your area and engage in meaningful conversations with members of the school community during a spirited reception. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn about timely school updates and strengthen your Business Badger network in the Twin Cities.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll UW–Madison alumni are welcome to attend this free event\, which includes complimentary beverages and appetizers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nWalker Art Center725 Vineland Pl.\, Minneapolis\, MN 55403 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\nVallabh “Samba” SambamurthyAlbert O. Nicholas DeanWisconsin School of Business\n\n\n\n\n\nFabio GaertnerCynthia and Jay Ihlenfeld Professor for Inspired Learning in BusinessProfessor of Accounting and Information SystemsWisconsin School of Business\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Distinguished Business Alumni Award Recipient\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCynthia “Cindy” Ihlenfeld (BBA ’75)\n\n\n\nThe Wisconsin School of Business is proud to recognize Cynthia “Cindy” Ihlenfeld (BBA ’75) with the Distinguished Business Alumni Award\, which honors individuals with exceptional careers who have made far-reaching impacts in their community\, their industry\, and at UW–Madison. Ihlenfeld is honored for her many accomplishments and contributions to the Badger community. Read more about her significant impact.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n5–5:30 p.m.: Check-in and pre-reception \n\n\n\n5:30–6:30 p.m.: Program\, including remarks from Dean Samba and presentation of the 2026 Distinguished Business Alumni Award honoring Cynthia “Cindy” Ihlenfeld (BBA ’75)\, followed by lightning talk with Professor Fabio Gaertner. \n\n\n\n6:30–7:30 p.m.: Reception \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking\n\n\n\nPaid underground parking is available on-site. Enter the ramp on Vineland Place across from the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Metered on-street parking is available on nearby streets. \n\n\n\nAccessible parking is available at the Vineland Place Ramp with a direct connection to the Walker Art Center.
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/business-forward-minneapolis/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260923T185849Z
CREATED:20260828T210151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T185849Z
UID:10001950-1791471600-1791475200@business.wisc.edu
SUMMARY:Study Abroad 101: Business Programs (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person to learn about studying abroad as a Business major\, Business certificate\, or Pre-Business student! \n\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\n\n\n\nAcademics abroad—with Business specific considerations\n\n\n\nChoosing a program—featuring 30+ programs specifically for Business Badgers\n\n\n\nFunding tips (scholarships & financial aid)\n\n\n\nBusiness-specific application timelines\n\n\n\nand MORE!\n\n\n\n\nLive presentation by WSB Global Programs staff. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for info session
URL:https://business.wisc.edu/event/study-abroad-101-business-programs-in-person/
LOCATION:Room 3190\, Grainger Hall\, 975 University Avenue\, Madison\, Wisconsin\, 53706
CATEGORIES:Global Programs,Undergraduate Study Abroad
ORGANIZER;CN="Global Programs":MAILTO:global@wsb.wisc.edu
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