FWA’s highly acclaimed College Mentoring Program at Baruch College will mark its fifth anniversary this spring. Although not all FWA members have the time to fully commit to the one-on-one relationship that lies at the heart of the mentoring program, did you know that you can still contribute to the program’s success by volunteering to be a guest speaker, or to be a session organizer?
Panelist lead an engaging discussion.
(l to r): Betsy Werley, FWA Past Predent (2003-04), Sheila Wellington and FWA Member Maggie Craddock. |
Past presenters have found it tremendously satisfying and stimulating to work with the 35 mentees at one of the half-dozen on-campus and off-campus luncheons, or breakfasts held each academic year. Group sessions have covered a wide spectrum of topics ranging from career paths to wardrobe and presentation skills.
FWA member Ann Cahill shares her wisdom with an eager mentee. |
Potential session topics for the coming academic year include: financial careers in the non-profit arena and social etiquette (including dining protocol and handling of sensitive topics in business situations). However, the co-chairs are always on the lookout for new and exciting ideas. In addition to contributions by individuals, we would be delighted to work with firms willing to host the group at a breakfast or after-work session at their corporate offices.
Below is a round-up of the programs featuring guest presenters over the past four years. Note that we sometimes feature a reprise of a particularly popular session.
Meetings are held once a month from 12:30 to 2:00 on Thursdays in Baruch’s Vertical Campus at 24th and Lexington. Breakfasts may be held off campus at a sponsoring corporation. Any FWA member with a particular skill, work experience, or perspective who would be willing to be featured at an upcoming mentoring meeting should feel free to contact either of the program co-chairs Kristin McDonough (kmcdonough@nypl.org) or Maggie Stumpp (Margaret.stumpp@qmassociates.com).
FWA College Mentoring Program @ Baruch
2002 – 2006
Luncheon Presentations @ the Baruch Campus
| September 19, 2002
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Pat Morrill Coaching Session |
| November 14, 2002
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Career Path Development Panel
Ann Lemon, Fran Riemer, Betsy Werley, Davi Tserpelis |
| March 6, 2003
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Basics of Investing - with Suzanne Matthews |
| April 10, 2003
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Resumes and Communications - with Ruth Brodsky |
| October 23, 2003
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Financial Careers in Manufacturing Sector
Colgate-Palmolive, Avon, IBM – Pat Jaquay moderator |
| November 18, 2003
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Colors Exercise - with Shoya Zichy |
| December 2, 2003
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Careers/Roles in Investment Management Organization - Maggie Stumpp |
| February 10, 2004
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Trappings – Two Girls Working Videotaping of Students Talking About How What They Wear Impacts Their Confidence in Work and Social Situations |
| March 9, 2004
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Panel from Deutsche Bank |
| April 22, 2004
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Ellen Cahill on Presentation Skills |
| October 14, 2004
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October 14, 2004
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| November 18, 2004
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Evelyn Ehrlich on Marketing Financial Services |
| February 17, 2005
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Careers in Accounting and Tax |
| March 17, 2005
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Office Politics – with Sheila Wellington (ex-Catalyst)
Betsy Werley, Maggie Craddock (Workplace Relationships)
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| October 20, 2005
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Prudential, IBM, Avon |
| November 17, 2005
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Pat Morrill on Interviewing Skills |
| February 9, 2006
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Maggie Stumpp on Investment Management Organization |
| February 22, 2006
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Goldman Sachs hosts breakfast with Suzanne Nora Johnston @ Headquarters |
| March 23, 2006
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Marge Magner Talks About Her Career |
| April 27, 2006
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Ellen Cahill on Developing Your Unique Selling Proposition
To Market Yourself to Potential Employers
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