The Alumni Association invites U-M students, particularly upper-class persons, to make plans to join us for the 2009 edition of our Real Life 101 series of free seminars for students. With a shaky economy and a less-than-robust job market, now, more than ever, you can’t afford to miss these informative sessions designed to make your transition from student to “real life” a piece of cake.
Here’s what we’ve got on tap in 2009:
Wednesday, March 11
6–8 p.m.
Founders Room, Alumni Center
“Budget! Are You Kidding?”
Facilitated by Kathryn Greiner, U-M Credit Union
Learning how to budget your money is never easy–especially when you’re entering a new phase of life. Kathryn will show you how to figure out where your money goes and then develop a plan for spending, bill paying and saving. She also will share two methods to speed up debt reduction while cutting interest costs without damaging your credit rating.
This session includes free pizza and soda.
Limited to 150 students.
Click here to register.
Wednesday, March 18
6–8 p.m.
Founders Room, Alumni Center
“Investing for Young Investors”
Facilitated by Jay Hokanson, U-M Credit Union
Stocks. Bonds. IRAs. 401(k)s. What does it all mean, and what does it all mean to the new/young investor? It’s never too early to start saving and whether it’s a house, your kids college, your own retirement or a nice vacation; this session is designed to answer your basic investment questions and get you on the road to financial success.
This session includes free sandwiches and soda.
Limited to 150 students.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2009
6–8 p.m.
Founders Room, Alumni Center
“Landing a Job in a Difficult Economy”
Facilitated by Tim Augustine, author of “How Hard Are You Knocking: The Job Seekers Guide to Opening Career Doors”
This powerful interactive seminar is based on Tim’s nationally acclaimed book “How Hard Are You Knocking” published by Oakhill Press. Tim gives job seekers proven strategies for differentiating themselves in a challenging job market and landing the job they desire. Tim has presented this seminar and workshop to more than 100,000 people around the country with rave reviews.
This session includes free pizza and soda.
Limited to 150 students.
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Wednesday, April 1
6–8 p.m.
Founders Room, Alumni Center
“Your Fork Is Not a Shovel”
Business Etiquette and Know-How for Today’s College Student
Facilitated by Elizabeth Freedman, Elizabeth Freedman & Co.
This is the only business etiquette seminar you’ll ever need-and you’ll have a great time learning in the process. This is an extremely hands-on, interactive, and fun program that will share the do’s and don’ts, the ins and outs, of what it takes to be successful in any business social situation.
You’ll learn how to:
Become an etiquette “expert“– Students walk out of the room with information, ideas, and feel more knowledgeable and confident about a broad range of etiquette situations, knowing that no matter who they are, where they are from, or what their backgrounds may be – that anyone can learn etiquette.
Outclass the Competition–Students learn secrets, hints, and other strategies for building relationships, networking, and creating trust to get an extra edge in their careers and overall success
Dine with Elegance–Students get the rules–and unspoken rules–of dining out with the boss, a client, or how to handle themselves in a professional, social setting. Knives, forks and a whole lot more.
This session includes “mocktail” reception and four-course dinner.
Limited to 100 students.
The April 1 presentation of “Your Fork is Not a Shovel” is full. We are no longer accepting registrations for this session of Real Life 101.
The Alumni Association would like to thank our generous sponsors who have made Real Life 101 possible.
