***FREE TEE SHIRTS***

We have 41 left! All sizes!

Bring 4 or more nonperishable goods to McCoy 115 and receive your FREE tee shirt!

(One per person)

We are collecting donations for Hays County Food Bank.

WGRC 2013 Symposium

Internships Available Through BCL of Texas

Click here to access the application

Scholarship Application Workshop Opportunity

The Management department will offer a scholarship application workshop on January 16, 2013 from 5:00-6:15 PM in McCoy 240. The deadline for submission of scholarship applications to the department is February 15th. This workshop will help students with the essay portion of the application and help them with strategies for letters of recommendation.

 

While it is not mandatory that students attend, those who do will very likely have a better chance at earning a scholarship. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship this workshop will be essential.

The Business Learning Community Visits McCoy Headquarters!

On November 16, 2012, members of the Business Learning Community had the opportunity to visit McCoy's Building Supply center and Headquarters.



Students make their first stop at the McCoy's Building Supply Center



Presentations were provided among the different areas and operations of McCoy's, including Finance and Accounting, Management, Marketing, and Computer Information Systems.



Brian McCoy, CEO of McCoy's Building Supply, takes a moment to take a picture with this year's Business Learning Community.







WISH Internship Program

WISH Internships matches qualified students with premier internships in the nation's capital. WISH Internships partners with government agencies, Congressional offices, advocacy groups, think tanks, multinational corporations, trade associations, the court system, and the media providing internships in:

• American Government and Politics
• Business and Consulting
• International Relations and Conflict Resolution
• Media and Communications

Click Here for More Info!

Meet the Advising Center's New Academic Advisor...

Amanda Brock

Amanda is one our very own McCoy Bobcats! Amanda earned her Bachelors of Business Administration degree focused in MARKETING at Texas State.

She is very knowledgeable about Texas State and worked for the University Bookstore as a student worker and marketing intern. 

Ms. Brock will be advising all Round Rock management students as well as accounting students with the last names A-G. 

If you have not met with your academic advisor and have questions about an upcoming semester or your educational plan, you can schedule an appointment by calling 512-245-1993 or stopping by 115 McCoy Hall!

Welcome, Amanda!

Help us in congratulating CEO in achieving the 'Top Chapter' at their National Conference!!

On November 1, 2012, 16 Texas State Students traveled to Chicago, Illinois to attend the  Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization's National Conference along with over 1,200 other students, faculty and entrepreneurs. Not only did the students have the opportunity to attend informational breakout sessions and hear from inspirational speakers such as Chris Stevens, co-found of Keurig and Jeff Hoffman, founder of Priceline.com, but the 16 student entrepreneurs would compete with over 245 other universities for 11 different awards including the most prestigious awards: best chapter business, best chapter fundraiser, and best overall chapter.

• Amanda Hepner and Aaron Whatley presented for the "Best Chapter Fundraising Idea" award.
• Sharlene Chua and Vance Zider presented for the "Best Chapter Business" award.
• Jamie Lahiere and Andrew Cruise presented for the "Best Overall Chapter" award.

The CEO Chapter took home 2nd place in best chapter business, 1st place in best chapter fundraiser and BEST OVERALL CHAPTER!

 

Texas State University also placed 2nd for best chapter marketing plan!

Jamie Lahiere, President of the Texas State CEO chapter, also competed with over 60 other students in the elevator pitch competition. During the elevator pitch competition, students have 90 seconds to pitch their business to investors, or in this case, to a panel of judges. Not only did Jamie Lahiere make it through the first round, the semi-finals and the finals, she took home third place, winning $1500.

Way to go, CEO!!

Meet the Advising Center's New Administrative Assistant ...

Teresa Rowan

Teresa is new to San Marcos, but a native Texan. She is happy to be a Texas State BOBCAT and excited to be part of McCoy College Advising Center!

Teresa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, singing in her church choir and growing her own veggies.

Welcome, Teresa!

FMA to Host 1st Golf Tournament

Join the Financial Management Association as they host their 1st Golf Tournament at Quail Creek Country Club. The organization has been invited to attend the Finance Leaders Conference next March in New York City!

Leadership Workshop Series

Please join the Leadership Institute in the Dean of Students Office for the Leadership Workshop Series event on Living Your Legacy and Making a Difference: The Next Generation of Activism.

 

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Time:  5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Location:  LBJ Student Center, 3-13.1

 

The workshop, featuring Texas State alumnus Kevin Kline, will focus on the knowledge and tools needed to stand up for social change based on integrity, passion and a vision for a better world. Kevin, a former starting catcher for the Bobcat Baseball team, is now a childhood cancer awareness advocate and raises funds for his own non-profit, the Snowdrop Foundation. He is featured in two documentaries, Strides Across Texas and Dear Chelsey, where he ran 482 miles across Texas in 13 days. Whether your focus is social, political, economic or environmental change, this session will be helpful in understanding the nuts and bolts of organizing and rallying others around a cause, along with tips for success including goal-setting and assessment of your campaign.

 

Check out the trailer for Dear Chelsey here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&NR=1&v=CsW9NUnVrN4

 

For more information, email the Leadership Institute at leadershipinstitute@txstate.edu or visit our website at http://leadership.dos.txstate.edu.

 

Click Here to RSVP: http://leadership.dos.txstate.edu/programs/workshop/register.html.

 

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact the Office of Disability Services at 512-245-3451 or email ods@txstate.edu at least three business days prior to the event.   

Common Experience: Where Am I Wearing?

The Common Experience

Presents

An Evening with Kelsey Timmerman

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Strahan Coliseum

7:00 p.m.

Kelsey Timmerman is the author of the 2012-2013 Common Experience book WHERE AM I WEARING? A Global Tour to the Countries, Factories, and People that Make Our Clothes. His writing has appeared in publications such as the Christian Science Monitor and Condé Nast Portfolio and has aired on NPR.

Admission is free and open to the public. Parking for the event will be limited and on-campus students are encouraged to walk to Strahan Coliseum. 

For more information about this event and other Common Experience events, please visit http://www.txstate.edu/commonexperience or contact Pam Wuestenberg in University Seminar at 245-7952 (pw05@txstate.edu) or Diann McCabe in the Honors College at 245-2209 (dm14@txstate.edu).

Visit Kelsey's blog here!

McCoy Ambassador Nominations

It's that time of year again!!

We will be accepting nominations for the McCoy Ambassadors starting Monday, October 1^st, 2012 through Friday, October 19^th, 2012.

The McCoy College Ambassadors are a select group of undergraduate students chosen as active student leaders and representatives of McCoy College.  Currently enrolled undergraduate business students with an overall GPA of at least 2.5 can be considered for membership. Candidates must be nominated by a McCoy faculty member, staff member, or current Ambassador.

Nominations can be sent to Brittany Chrisman, McCoy Academic Advisor, at bsc29@txstate.edu.

An ideal nominee possesses leadership qualities and desires to engage other students on topics of leadership and personal development.  Ambassadors represent the College at a variety of functions where they interact with prospective students, current students, alumni, and College guests. Once nominated, the students will be invited to apply to become a McCoy College Ambassador.  Final selection will be based on the strength of their application, including their expressed commitment to representing the College.

For more information about the ambassadors, visit their website.

Philosophy Dialogue Series

Starting TODAY ...

Philosophy Dialogue Series –Fall 2012
Dialogue Room Derrick 111

“…our material progress is only the foundation on which we will build a richer life of mind and spirit.” –LBJ

(Texas State Alumnus, ’30)

Dialogue and Democracy: A Dialogue in Observance of Constitution Day

Friday, September 21 at noon, Philosophy Dialogue Room, DERR 111  

WEEK 1
JUSTICE: ODYSSEYS, JOURNEYS, AND QUESTS
Monday, September 24
12:30 p.m.
In the Company of Gods: Archetypal Dimensions of Truth and Justice
Wynette Barton (Jungian Psychologist)

Monday, September 24
3:30 p.m.
Dialogue at the San Marcos Public Library
From Myth to Philosophy: Universal Themes in Odysseys, Journeys, and Quests
Jo Ann Carson (Philosophy) & the Philosophy Dialogue Class

Tuesday, September 25
12:30 p.m.
Dialectical Patterns in the Hero’s Journey
Dialogue Class

Wednesday, September 26
11:00 a.m.
The Quest For/As/Instead Of a Way to Study Religion
Rebecca Raphael (Philosophy & Religious Studies)

Wednesday, September 26
2:00 p.m.
From Mild-Mannered to Man-of-Steel: The Odyssey of the Super Hero
Katherine Rompel (Philosophy Graduate Student)

Thursday, September 27
11:00 a.m.
Working Towards a Globally Sustainable Business Model
Executives with xpedx Company

Thursday, September 27
12:30 p.m.
Odysseus’s Quest for Justice in The Illiad and The Oddysey
Nicole Cline & Diamond Williams (Dialogue Students)

Thursday, September 27
2:00 p.m.
Plato’s Suicide Mission to Philosophize with the Tyrant of Syracuse: The Seventh Letter
Amelie Benedikt (Philosophy)

Friday, September 28
12:30 p.m.
Talk of the Times
The Business of Being Bad: Morality, Gun Control, and the Super Villain
Katherine Rompel and Tim Brown, Phi Sigma Tau Presidents

Goldman Sachs 2012 Fall Consortium

"It takes different perspectives to keep innovating."

Apply for the 2012 Fall Consortium

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 23, 2012 at 11:59 PM EST

At Goldman Sachs, diversity isn’t an initiative. It’s part of our culture. Having an inclusive environment gives us access to the best talent, without restriction. Talent that helps us find innovative solutions for clients across the globe. That’s not just a good story. It’s good business. So if you’re looking for an environment where you feel welcomed -- and valued -- look no further. The following Goldman Sachs divisions are sponsoring the event, where you will have the opportunity to learn about our Full Time opportunities, and network with our professionals:

TECHNOLOGY • OPERATIONS • FINANCE • LEGAL • SERVICES

 

To attend the event and apply for a Full Time position, please submit an online application at goldmansachs.com/careers. When filling out the application, please select FALLCON2012 in the advertised position ID drop-down field.

 

The application deadline is September 23, 2012 at 11:59 PM.

 

Selected candidates will be notified no later than October 1, 2012 and more details will be provided.

 

This event is invitation only.

 

For those selected to attend the event, please note that interviews for full time positions will be held on Friday, October 12, 2012.

 

FINANCE AND SERVICES WEBINARS

DATE: October 9, 2012

TIME: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST

 

OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY WEBINARS

DATE: October 10, 2012

TIME: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST

 

INTERVIEWS

DATE: October 12, 2012

TIME: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST

LOCATION: New York City Area

 

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer. ©The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2012. All rights reserved.

 

 

How To Find A Great Internship

By: Diane Gottsman

Internships provide on-the-job training and work experience for students or professionals who are looking to enter a new field of work. I have personally found that internships can be a win-win situation for both the intern and the employer. Read some of my tips below to learn how you can land your “dream internship”:

Do your homework. Make a list of companies you would like to target in your internship search and visit their websites. Some companies and organizations have internship offerings listed on their website. If this is not the case, e-mail a manager or someone in the human resource department inquiring about internship possibilities. Provide an outline of your professional or academic experience and explain how your interest and how you feel  your attributes could benefit the organization as an intern.  Don’t forget to attach your resumé.

Before an interview, do a thorough search about any information related to the company organization. Be knowledgeable about the type of work you would be doing and the company’s product before the interview process.

Use available resources. There are many resources available to potential interns, including the Career Service Department, student advisors, and job search websites. The career centers can provide additional resources and suggestions about pursuing an internship. Visit with a career counselor or advisor about your goals and ask if for their guidance and suggestions. You can also contact the local Chamber of Commerce to see if they have information for local businesses that may need additional help.

Network. Join professional organizations or groups that will help you develop a network of like-minded students and professionals. Many of them either have worked as an intern or hired interns themselves. Ask around and see if any organizations represented in your network are in need of an intern.

Attend career fairs. Be sure to bring plenty of copies of your resumé and talk to as many employers as possible.

Search online listings. Search your university’s website as well as sites that cater to internship searches. These sites provide listings and details of internship availabilities. Some of these resources include:

http://www.internships.com/

http://college.monster.com/education/

http://www.urbaninterns.com/

http://www.indeed.com/

http://www.thesca.org/

With a little hard work and preparation, you can find an internship that will help guide you to the career of your dreams.

Best of luck,

Diane

Destino Latinoamerica Video Contest

Want to receive 6 round trip airline tickets to a United destination of your choice in the continental U.S., Alaska, the Caribbean or Mexico??

Destino Latinoamerica is a video contest that iADELANTE! is hosting this year for students, sponsored by United. Students create a 2-3 minute video giving 5 reasons to visit one of the Latin American/Caribbean countries where United flies (click here to see Destino's Eligible Countries)   The winner will receive 6 round trip airlines tickets to a United destination of their choice in the continental U.S., Alaska, Canada, the Caribbean or Mexico. 

Click here for more information on the video contest. The winner will also attend this year’s Leadership Institute in San Antonio, TX where they will be recognized at the LI Gala.

The Writing Center's New Location and New Hours...

The Texas State Writing Center (est. 1984) has relocated and now occupies the first floor of the Academic Services Building North (across the breezeway from The Den).  The Writing Center’s one-on-one writing instruction is free and open to all Texas State students. The Writing Center also tutors for the GSP exam.

           

In addition to a new space, the Writing Center has new hours, including Sunday evening hours:

Monday–Thursday:                 10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.

Friday:                                    12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.

Sunday:                                   6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.

To book a 25-minute or 55-minute appointment, please go online to http://www.writingcenter.txstate.edu/.    For more information, call The Writing Center at 512.245.3018, or stop by the 1st floor of ASB N.  

Graduation Deadline ***Sept 21st***

Attention Bobcat Seniors!!!

If you haven't already....

APPLY FOR GRADUATION!!

Deadline to apply for graduation is September 21st, 2012.

Log into your Self-Service and go to student records for the link.

Attention All Business Majors...

Make sure you are registered on Jobs4Cats and MARK YOUR CALENDARS to plan to join us!! Don't MISS OUT!!

Job Search Boot Camp

Wednesday, Sept. 19 | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | LBJSC Ballroom

Job Search Boot Camp features a circuit-training approach to helping students learn the habits of highly effective job seekers from real employers. Food, fun and fantastic professional development opportunities will be provided. A networking bullpen and speed interviewing rotation will be accompanied by mini-presentations on resume-building, interviewing etiquette, utilizing social media in the job search, professional image and Career Services resources for job seekers.

Career Services will give away t-shirts to the first 100 student attendees and door prizes to individuals and student organizations that complete the Boot Camp challenge.

Register here: http://signup.txstate.edu/sessions/497-job-search-boot-camp.

Leadership Workshop Tomorrow!!

Social Justice: Toward Global Understanding
Wednesday, September 12, 2012, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
LBJ Student Center, 3-13.1
Presented by: Dr. Kazique "K.P." Prince

Social Justice is about more than diversity and inclusion. Join us and guest speaker Dr. Kazique "K.P." Prince, for this engaging workshop to understand the definition of social justice, along with the local implications of significant global issues, how power, privilege and oppression can affect an individual's ability to recognize and value others, and ways in which students can respond with meaningful, concrete actions. Participants will also understand the challenges and rewards of infusing social justice into their leadership philosophy and striving to create socially-just communities.

Visit the Leadership Institute website at http://leadership.dos.txstate.edu/programs/workshop.html, to RSVP for this workshop!

Texas State Round Rock Fall Speakers Series

The following three faculty members have been selected for the Texas State Round Rock Fall Speakers Series:

·         Dr. Frank de la Teja, Jerome and Catherine Supple Professor of Southwestern Studies, “The Hispanic Presence in the US: A Historical Perspective,” Tuesday, September 25, 6:30 p.m., Avery 252

·         Dr. John Gamino, Assistant Professor, Department of Accounting, “99 Years and Counting,” Monday, October 15, 6:30 p.m., Avery 252

·         Dr. Michael McBride, Distinguished Professor Emeritus, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, “Culture, Country, Communication: The Three Cs in Our Collective Global Futures,” Thursday, November 1, 6:30 p.m., Avery 252 

We really hope you can take advantage to see one, if not all three of these speakers in Round Rock - so mark your calendars in advance!!

Spring 2013 Student Teaching Round-ups

Spring 2013 Student Teaching Round-ups

 

If you are planning to student teach during SPRING 2013, you MUST attend ONE of the following MANDATORY meetings:

• Monday, September 17th - Alkek Teaching Theatre 6:00-8:00PM
• Tuesday, September 18th - Alkek Teaching Theatre 6:00-8:00PM
• Wednesday, September 19th                                          
• Wednesday, September 19th - Avery 252 TRP students only 1:30-3:00PM
• Friday, September 21st - Alkek Teaching Theatre 1:00-3:00PM

 

Out of Area Student Teaching

 



If you are planning to student teach "out of area" (Houston, Dallas, Back Home...etc), In ADDITION to a round up above, you must also attend a meeting on 9/21/2012 at 3:00-4:00PM in the Alkek Teaching Theatre.  (ST out of area will depend on departmental approval)

September Events for Vets!

Here is the September event schedule for the Veterans Alliance of TxState (VATS) which is opened to all student Veterans - so be sure and mark your calendars!  

Sat. Sept. 8: (6pm) Tailgating TxState VS Texas Tech

Mon. Sept. 10: 10a.m.-12 p.m. Health Professions Bldg HPB Rm. 145 (next to LBJ Student Center) Orientation session for New Veterans on campus given by VATS. A brief info session on what you need to know on campus to be successful @ TxState.

Mon. Sept. 10: 5:30pm VATS Meeting (ALL invited) meet at LBJ Student Center Cubicle #3

Tue. Sept. 11: 11am-1pm Quad Outreach (Patriot Day)

Tue. Sept. 18: 10am-2pm Student Resource Fair- LBJ Student Center Ballroom
The Student Resource Fair is open for to all Texas State students, but specifically targets all new students, transfers and student veterans. If you were overwhelmed during New Student Orientation and don't remember what services Texas State offers, this is the fair for you. Come enjoy great music, free snacks, giveaways, on-site resume assistance, and so much more.

Wed. Sept. 19: 11am-1pm VATS Pizza Luncheon LBJ 3-9.1

Sat. Sept. 22: (6pm) Tailgating TxSTATE VS Stephen F. Austin State

Upcoming GRE, LSAT and GMAT Events at Texas State

Are you thinking about going to grad school? 

If so, the Princeton Review is hosting events here at Texas State in the coming months to help prepare students for the GRE, LSAT, and GMAT!  Dates, times and registration links are listed below: 

GRE Strategy Session on September 20, 5pm-7pm, LBJ 3-9.1

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&testtype=TCA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=GREEventsNearYou

LSAT Practice Exam, 10/5/12, 1pm-5pm, LBJ 3-15

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&zipcode=78666&testtype=TFA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=LSATEventsNearYou

GMAT Practice Exam, 11/16/12, 1pm-5pm, McCoy 334

http://www.princetonreview.com/ChooseProducts.aspx?&testtype=TDA&producttype=FRE&productdetail=GMATEventsNearYou

Local Internship Opportunities for the Fall

Texas State University-San Marcos Career Services is excited to announce the next InternInAustin Fair, where students like you can connect with employers from across Central TX for fall internships.  The fair will take place on Sunday Sept 9^th from 2:00PM - 5:00PM at the AT&T Conference Center in downtown Austin.  We expect over 125 local startups, small businesses and nonprofits to attend offering up to 300 internships for the fall semester (and beyond).  Only the first 800 students are eligible to attend, so make sure you sign-up now.  Click HERE to register for free or learn more at www.InternInAustin.org.

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InternInAustin is supported by the City and Mayor of Austin, the Governor’s office, and over 30 area Chambers, Associations and Organizations and hosted by campus2careers, the largest entry-level job board in Texas and the first site to “match” students with the best internships and jobs based on their skills and interests.  Email questions to campus2careers at info@campus2careers.com.

Just in Time - Late Registration Starts Tomorrow!

Even though fall semester is still a little over 2 weeks away, late registration starts TOMORROW - August 10th through August 23rd.  If you still need to register for fall courses or make schedule changes, make sure to check your registration eligibility on CatsWeb --> Students --> Check Holds and Registration Eligibility for your specific access times and holds.

If your not sure what courses to take in the fall and need help choosing them, you can schedule an advising appointment with your academic advisor.  Please contact the advising center at 512.245.1993 or stop by 115 McCoy Hall to schedule your appointment. 

We hope everyone is enjoying their summer and we look forward to seeing all of you in the fall - just remember the first day of class is August 27th! :)

Graduation Cords for Veterans!

For all veterans who are graduating this August, you can pick up your red, white & blue graduation cords at the Multicultural Student Affairs Office in the LBJ Student Center 5-2.1 or at the Office of Veterans Affairs located in JCK, Room 111. 

 

Interview Tips for Graduates

Here are some tips from the etiquette expert, Ms. Diane Gottsman, as you prepare for your interviews:

1. Be respectful of the interviewer's time.
• Don't send your resume if your skills aren't compatible for the job.
2. Arrive prepared to answer three standard questions:
• "Why did you leave your last job?"
• Avoid saying negative things about your last employer. Explain that this is an opportunity to advance and grow.
• "What is your greatest strength?"
• Prepare for this question by carefully reading and understanding the job post and focusing on skills and traits that will benefit the position.
• "What is your greatest weakness?" 
• Explain how you strive for improvement.
3.  Know the interview basics:
• Bring your resume, a notepad, and pen.
• Your resume needs to be specifically tailored to the position and your cover letter should address someone specific (i.e. Dear Dr. Smith).
• Ask appropriate questions.
• Ex: "How does this position tie into the growth of the company?"
4. Confidently address any gaps in your resume.
•  Explain what you did during this time period to enhance your job skills.
5.  Be prepared to answer the question "Why were you fired". 
• Do not make excuses or blame your previous boss. Be honest and confidently state what you learned from the experience. 
6. Be creative in your job search.
•  Don't put your entire effort in Internet searches
• Volunteer or job shadow to gain experience, not $$$
• Join a networking group (student organization, professional associations, etc.) in the field you are interested in pursuing
• Visit job fairs and communicate with your Career Service's office
• Find a professional mentor
• Use your current network including family, friends, and professional associates in your job search
7. Make up and good grooming is a "must". 
• No facial hair, visible tattoos, multiple earrings, or loud jewelry
8. Send a thank you note.
• Send a thank you note the same day, reiterating your enthusiam and interest. Recheck your spelling and grammar before mailing out the note.
9. Your job may only be a telephone call away.
• If you have not heard back from the interviewer after a few days, don't hesitate to call.

Information Provided by:  The Protocol School of Texas