Attend a Seminar with Hilton President and CEO Chris Nassetta

Hilton President and CEO is coming to campus and speaking with students next week!

Details: In this session, Mr. Nassetta will share his insights on leading a global hospitality giant and navigating the ever-changing landscape of the international business scene. Gain invaluable leadership lessons you can apply to your own career development and gain insight on where you can make an impact in a globalized world. The session will be followed by a Q&A moderated by President Hsu!

When & Where: The event will be…

  • On Friday, March 29th, at 2:00 p.m.
  • In the Wells Fargo Auditorium in the Beatty Center

Great Opportunity For: Any accounting, finance, or hospitality students, or anyone with an interest in business or hospitality.

Future Opportunities: Hilton has some incredible post-graduation opportunities for students, including a Revenue Management Center and both one and two-year management training programs. The two-year program includes an option to spend nine months at an international location, a special opportunity for students right after graduation!

To Attend: Scan the QR code on the flyer or click this link to reserve a spot for the event.

For more information, check out the attached flyer 0r go to the registration link.

Information Sessions About Fulbright Awards

Fulbright provides funding for students to attend graduate school, conduct research, or teach English abroad in over 140 countries worldwide. To learn more about this program, the Office of Nationally Competitive Awards is hosting three info sessions about Fulbright!

When & Where: The three sessions are…

  • on Wednesday, March 20th, at 3:00 p.m. in RSS 248
  • on Tuesday, March 26th, at 2:00 p.m. in RSS 252
  • on Wednesday, April 3rd, at 1:00 p.m. in RSS 252

If you have any questions, email Dr. Woram at nationalawards@cofc.edu.

Join the Honors College for Trivia Night on March 19th!

The Honors Student Association and Phi Eta Sigma are hosting a trivia night on Tuesday, March 19th, and you’re invited!

When & Where: The competition will be…

  • On Tuesday, March 19th, at 5:30 p.m.
  • At Liberty Fresh Food Company

Benefits: The event is free to attend, but you can compete for very real prizes (and bragging rights)!

Teams: Bring a group of friends or show up and join a team at the event; all are welcome!

To AttendClick this link to register for the event.

Join the Honors College at the Theatre!

The Honors College Signature Series is providing free tickets to a performance of Cadillac Crew by the Footlight Players at their downtown Queen Street Playhouse with an exclusive Q&A discussion after the show between our group and director Gary Marshall!

When & Where: The performance will be…

  • On Sunday, March 24th, at 3:00 p.m.
  • At the Queen Street Playhouse (20 Queen Street)

Play Synopsis: On the day of a much-anticipated speech by Rosa Parks during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, four activists working in a Virginia civil rights office wonder whether the proclamation of equality amongst mankind includes women. With remarkable insight and unexpected humor, Cadillac Crew reclaims the stories of the forgotten leaders who blazed the trail for desegregation and women’s rights and asks: when will the world be ready to embrace women in all their capacity?

To AttendClick here for the registration link. Tickets are free for Honors students!

Join the CofC Generative AI Team!

Curious about generative artificial intelligence? Check out this opportunity to participate in a Hackathon, take a class on Storytelling with AI, and compete in the IBM 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge for a chance to win $50,000!

The Opportunity: Honors Faculty Fellow Lancie Affonso is hoping to recruit a team of 3-5 CofC students to compete in the April 19th-21st CHS Hack Ops and get feedback on their solution before entering the  IBM 2024 Call for Code Global Challenge. Professor Affonso will also be teaching an exclusive colloquium course in fall 2024 on Storytelling in the Ae of AI.

Timeline:

  • March 29th: Team formed (3-5 students)
  • April 19th-21st: Team participates in CHS HackOps at the Harbor Entrepreneurship Center
  • October 17th: IBM Challenge submissions due
  • December 2024: IBM Challenge winners announced

Students who are interested in joining our CofC Storytelling with AI team for this competition or learning about IBM Skills Build and Red Hat Academy can contact Professor Affonso at affonsol@cofc.edu.

Join in the Discussion at “Counseling for Climate Change” on Thursday

Join an insightful and supportive event, “Counseling for Climate Change,” where students can engage in open discussions about the emotional weight of climate change impacts and discover effective coping strategies.

The Event: Led by licensed counselor associate, Abigail Harmon, this workshop aims to provide a safe space for students to express their concerns, fears, and anxieties surrounding climate change while also equipping them with tools to communicate and address these issues constructively.

When & Where: The discussion will be…

  • On Thursday, March 21st, from 3:30 – 4:45 p.m.
  • In Rita room 102

Have the Opportunity To:

  • Share experiences and emotions related to climate change in a supportive environment.
  • Learn coping mechanisms and mindfulness techniques to manage eco-anxiety and stress.
  • Explore effective communication strategies for discussing climate change with peers, family, and communities.
  • Gain insights into sustainable lifestyle choices and actions to mitigate climate change impacts.
  • Access resources for ongoing support and engagement with climate-related issues.

No registration necessary. See the provided flyer for more details.

Women’s Leadership Panel: How-to Steps for Effective Leadership

Join SGA and Academic Affairs for an inspirational, informational, and empowering Women’s Leadership Panel.

When/Where: Thursday, March 14 at 7:00 pm in the Alumni Center (86 Wentworth St.)

The Topic: How-To Steps to Effective Leadership, which encompasses the “work-hard” mindset but delves into the internal steps that the panelists took to get to where they are today. Everyone’s path is different and there is no “right way,” so how did they do it and what advice do they have for others?

Expert Speakers: The talk is a moderated conversation plus Q&A with campus leaders…

Benefits: Explore effective leadership styles, plus free pizza, pie (for pi day), and CofC swag!

How to Attend: RSVP on CougarConnect to reserve your spot!

2024 Lowcountry Citizens’ Summit

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Lowcountry Citizens’ Summit:

Charleston: Then, Now, and Moving Forward…
Friday, March 22, 2024
1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Stern Center Ballroom (71 George St.)

Join us for a day of meaningful conversations between students and local community members.

Together, through a series of community panels and breakout discussions, we’ll explore…

  • Details about Charleston’s complex history.
  • A snapshot of the current state of the city.
  • Solutions for developing a productive, equitable Lowcountry of the future.

Join the conversation: Register online to attend. The Summit is free to attend and open to all members of the campus and Charleston-area community.