Breaking Into Investment Banking: Internship Prep for Freshman & Sophomores

Interested in a career in investment banking? Recruiting moves fast, with some firms hiring 15 months in advance – so preparation starts now. This Office of Personal & Career Development workshop will guide freshmen and sophomores through the competitive internship process, covering networking strategies, how to prepare for finance interviews, and application timelines. Learn how to stand out early, build relevant experience, and secure top internships. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step toward a successful finance career!

Earth Talks

Support your fellow Deacs and learn something new at the 5th Annual Earth Talks! Student presenters will share their knowledge, research, experiences, and passions through short talks on different sustainability topics. Each brief session will be presented in the style of a TED Talk, with a Q&A to follow. Register now: https://cvent.me/A78we8 **This event is part of Wake Forest Universitys annual Earth Month celebration. Learn more about the month of festivities at https://sustainability.wfu.edu/earth-month/

Entrepalooza – Demo Day

The students, faculty, and staff of the Wake Forest University Center for Entrepreneurship invite you to Entrepalooza: A Celebration of Entrepreneurship on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Entrepalooza is the annual marquee event for the Center for Entrepreneurship, and we welcome the opportunity to have you join us. Startup Lab Demo Day at 4:30 pm in Brendle Auditorium, Scales Fine Arts Center during which student-entrepreneurs will make investor-ready pitches. This will be followed by a Keynote Address by Veronica Miele Beard (P 26), an entrepreneur and brand-builder at the intersection of style, culture, and technology.

Champions of Change Campus Sustainability Awards

Each year, the Office of Sustainability recognizes campus change agents who work as Champions of Change to create a more adaptable and resilient Wake Forest community. The Champions of Change are honored at our annual Campus Sustainability Awards Ceremony during our campus-wide Earth Month. The 12th annual Champions of Change award winners will be announced by Michele Gillespie and Jackie Travisano on April 30 in the Green Room of Reynolda Hall; please, join us for the announcement and open reception! All Wake Forest students, faculty, and staff are welcome and invited to celebrate this years award winners and nominees. **This event is part of Wake Forest Universitys annual Earth Month celebration. Learn more about the month of festivities at https://sustainability.wfu.edu/earth-month/

Executive Education – Leading People Who Are Different From You

In todays global economy, organizations are continuously becoming more diverse. This broadening diversification of organization members includes cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, age, gender, and sexual orientation. Thus, it is imperative people managers understand how to effectively lead individuals who are different from them. Leaders who can bring an array of diverse individuals together and form a cohesive team aligned on common goals, purpose, and values will gain a competitive advantage. This 1-day program provides participants with the knowledge and tools to understand and effectively lead people who are different from them. Participants also gain insights into how to shape the teams or organizations culture to create an environment that is authentic and brings out the best in everyone. During this workshop, participants will immediately apply insight and tools in developing a personal leadership plan resulting in: Understanding the importance of emotional intelligence in leading others who are differentThe ability to use social perception to accurately access others while reducing potential biasesUnderstanding how to reduce prejudice in teamsThe ability to earn the trust of and apply various leadership styles to effectively lead people who are different from youUnderstanding the nature of the various areas of diversity: culture, gender, sexual orientation, and age Deadline to register: May 29, 2025

Ethical AI Use

Do you want to know more about Generative AI? Join us for the next session of the Building AI Fluency Learning Series hosted by the Wake Forest School of Business. This series provides a collaborative learning environment aimed at enhancing our understanding of Generative AI and how it can be effectively utilized within your respective teams and departments.