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Diversity Conference
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October 8–9, 2021
Hosted by the No. 1 most diverse MBA program among top-50 business schools (U.S. News & World Report), this is an exclusive Simon Business School event that you don't want to miss!
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Diversity Conference will adhere to all current CDC, New York State, and University of Rochester COVID-19 safety guidelines. The event will proceed in person provided local and University guidelines allow.
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A Culture of Inclusion
Recognized as the No. 1 most diverse MBA program among top-50 business schools by U.S. News & World Report, Simon is dedicated to supporting the student experience through inclusive education. Our Diversity Conference programming gives MBA candidates a chance to learn more about the opportunities available at the school, as well as meet with students, alumni, staff, and faculty.
Explore our culture of diversity and inclusion, and learn more about our powerful partnerships with Management Leadership for Tomorrow and The Consortium for Graduate Study in Management, an organization Simon has partnered with for more than 50 years.
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Event Highlights
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Diversity Leadership Panel
Several distinguished business professionals will share their advice for prospective students embarking on their business school journey.
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Professional Development Sessions
Attendees will grow professional skills to apply on the job the following Monday.
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Community Impact
Simon’s director of student life will moderate a panel of alumni and current students about the impact they have had while at Simon and in their careers.
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Benet Career Management Center Session
Prospective students will interact with staff members from the Benet Center, learn about career resources the Center offers, and listen to a panel of current students to gain insight on their job search experiences.
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Diversity Conference Sample Agenda
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| 11:40 AM | Shuttle Departs the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town . Meet in hotel lobby by 11:30 AM (Only for those conducting interviews at 12 PM) |
| 12:00–12:45 PM | Admissions Interviews |
| 12:30 PM | Shuttle Departs the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town . Meet in hotel lobby by 12:20 PM |
| 12:45–1:30 PM | Check-In . Light refreshments served |
| 1:00–1:45 PM | Admissions Interviews |
| 1:45–2:15 PM | Welcome and Introductions |
| 2:15–3:00 PM | Professional Development Session |
| 3:00–4:30 PM | Diversity Leadership Panel |
| 4:30–5:30 PM | Simon Social with Panel, Alumni, and Current Students |
| 5:45 PM | Shuttle Departs Simon Business School for the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town |
| 6:45 PM | Shuttle Departs the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town for Strathallan Hotel |
| 7:00–10:00 PM | Dinner and Keynote Address by Ron Homer, President, Access Capital Strategies, RBC Global Asset Management |
| 10:15 PM | Shuttle Departs Strathallan Hotel for the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town |
| 8:15 AM | Shuttle departs the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town for Simon . Meet in hotel lobby by 8:00 AM (check out of hotel if Saturday departure) |
| 8:30–9:30 AM | Welcome Breakfast with Office of Student Engagement |
| 9:30–10:15 AM | Admissions Interviews |
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| 9:30–10:15 AM | Financial Aid Q&A |
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| 9:30–10:15 AM | Tour of Simon Business School and Campus |
| 10:30–11:15 AM | Admissions Interviews |
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| 10:30–11:15 AM | Financial Aid Q&A |
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| 10:30–11:15 AM | Tour of Simon Business School and Campus |
| 11:30–12:30 PM | Career Management Center Presentation and Panel |
| 12:30–1:15 PM | Lunch |
| 1:15–2:00 PM | Integrated Student Experience |
| 1:45–3:00 PM | Simon Alumni and Current Student Panel |
| 3:15–4:30 PM | Sample MBA Class |
| 4:45 PM | Shuttle Departs for the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town |
| 6:45 PM | Shuttle from the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town to the Social Event. Will be running on a loop every 30 minutes throughout the evening |
| 7:00–11:45 PM | Social Event with Current Students (optional) |
| 12:00 AM | Last Shuttle from the Social Event to the Hilton Garden Inn – College Town |
* Sample schedule as of August 1, 2018
A portion of the Simon Diversity Conference is supported by the Kalmbach Endowment.
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Keynote Speaker
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Vince Leigh '03S (MBA)
Senior Vice President
AthLife Inc.
Vince has nearly twenty-five years of marketing experience working in sports, entertainment, and consumer packaged goods. He joined AthLife Unlimited in 2015 and currently serves in the role of senior vice president, where he utilizes his expertise in crafting and delivering authentic fan and consumer experiences.
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Past Alumni Participants
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Travel stipends available.
We make traveling here easy with generous travel stipends, complimentary hotel accommodations for Friday and Saturday nights, and meals during scheduled events. For more information email events@simon.rochester.edu.
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