Effective for fall 2021, the accounting writing assessment is no longer a pre-requisite for access to accounting major courses. The writing assessment will instead be integrated into ACCT:3200 Income Measurement and Asset Valuation as part of our accounting writing program throughout the curriculum. Please contact Kevin Den Adel (kevin-denadel@uiowa.edu), Director of the Undergraduate Accounting Program, or Carl Follmer (carl-follmer@uiowa.edu), Associate Director of the Accounting Writing Program, if you have any questions about the accounting major or the accounting writing program.
Tippie Monday Memoir
This spring, the Tippie UPO & the Tippie DEI committee are partnering to host a monthly event featuring a different Tippie community member who will tell their story of Who I Am. Storytellers will be faculty, staff, students, and alums.
Join our monthly zoom call on the first Monday of the month to hear from someone different, ask them questions, and learn together!
The first storyteller is Jeffrey Ding. Jeffrey graduated from the University of Iowa in 2016 after pursuing Economics in Tippie, political science, and Chinese. He also completed the International Business Certificate. Jeffrey pursued his graduate studies at the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar.
When: Monday, February 1st from 12-12:30pm
RSVP here.
Not advised in Tippie but have a question? Two options for drop-in advising at Tippie this spring
If your assigned advisor is not in Tippie, here are the two best ways to connect with us this Spring:
- Visit UPO drop-in hours on Zoom
- Submit a question through our Drop-in Referral Form.
You can also call, email, or live chat with the UPO front desk:
Phone: 319-335-1037
Email: business-undergrad@uiowa.edu
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday
Live Chat from any undergrad page on the Tippie website
11:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
(subject to staff availability)
Intuitive Eating workshops
Interested in changing your relationship with food? Intuitive Eating is an approach that teaches you how to create a healthy relationship with your food, mind, and body. Student Wellness offers a 4-week Intuitive Eating workshop for students each semester. They also offer free, one-on-one Intuitive Eating consultations. Check out their website for more information!
Mindfulness workshops
Mindfulness is the practice being fully aware of the present moment (our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and environment), with a nonjudgmental stance of curiosity. It is associated with improvements in physical health, mental health, and overall well-being. Interested in learning more, or looking for new ways to manage stress? Check out Student Wellness’s Koru Mindfulness Workshops, a 4-week series using an evidence-based curriculum for college students.
Global Virtual Internships Summer 2021
What is a Virtual Internship?
Call it what you will: Remote Internship, Virtual Internship, Online Internship, Tele-working, Telecommuting, it all means the same thing: you will be completing your international internship…directly from your own laptop!
Remote internships mean that you can work with companies across the globe to support a wide range of projects, from basic social media support to full business projects, website designs, market reports, financial assessments, usability testing code, and much much more.
Why do a virtual internship?
- An internship looks great on your resume, especially with an international organization.
- You can still work or take classes while completing an internship.
- The cost of a virtual internship is almost a quarter of the cost of an on-site internship.
- In-person internships both overseas and here in the US have been closed in most locations.
- You can gain a 3, 4 or 6 credit internship credit that appears on your UI transcript.
- You will gain valuable experiences working with an international company organization that you can talk about.
The University of Iowa has several partners for summer virtual global internships located around the world! All of which are offered at a fraction of the cost of an on-site internship while still being open for scholarships and giving you the credit you need to fulfill experiential learning requirements.
Remote internships mean that you can work with companies across the globe to support projects in almost any major. Example range from social media support in London, website designs in Italy, working with NGO/nonprofits in Australia, exploring the environment, development and sustainability in India, finance or social entrepreneurship projects in Malaysia, to visual arts in Costa Rica, and much more.
When completing a remote internship many of the same aspects of a traditional in-person internship still exist, including meetings with your supervisor or teammates, completing a mix of individual and group projects, and learning about the overall company or organization and the culture it works in.
Internships through our providers also mean you will have an in-depth exploration of your host country’s work culture, gain career coaching and develop a cohort of other students all working ‘in’ your same location.
If you would like more information on virtual global internship options for the summer, contact:
Monica Ernberger, (she/her/hers)
Senior Coordinator Global Internships/Study Abroad, International Programs
1111 University Capitol Centre, Iowa City 52242
Office: 319-335-0353
international.uiowa.edu
Update your Time Zone on ICON!
Did you know you can set your own time zone for your ICON account and have your local time zone display throughout Canvas? Displaying dates in your local time may help you stay up to date on assignments and due dates, especially if your course time zone differs significantly from where you reside!
Welcome Back!
Welcome back students! We have lots of opportunities for you to take advantage of the first week of classes and beyond!
INTERN READY 
Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search?
If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in Intern Ready!
Accelerate your internship search with a free self-paced series available on ICON. In a time that seems chaotic, you still have the power to control where your career goes from here – one step at a time! Get feedback throughout the series from Career Center staff!
To get started >> enroll on ICON at https://icon.uiowa.edu/selfRegistration/course/170394
SPRING JOB & INTERNSHIP FAIRS
Get your resumes ready and mark your calendars – job fairs are soon approaching! Registration begins on February 1st!
Tippie Tech: Data & Information Job & Internship Fair
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 : 12 pm – 4 pm – VIRTUAL FAIR
Learn about other awesome events: https://careers.uiowa.edu/events
WATCH THE WEBINAR
Parent and Caring Other Webinar: What’s Next? Helping Your Student Gain Career-Building
In case you missed it – watch the webinar at: https://youtu.be/JCSjGWPCosc
This session covers trends for employment and the essential ways that you can assist students with finding opportunities to gain career-building experiences during the winter break and spring semester.
Hear more about current hiring and recruiting trends, learn more about how your student can engage with career services on campus or remotely, explore how your student can prepare for their internship (or job) search over winter break!
This virtual webinar was created for the parents and guardians of current students who are preparing to seek an internship or post-graduation employment or graduate school, but it’s super helpful for students too!)
EMPLOYER EVENTS
Tuesday
Keyot Financial Wellness Series (Part 1/2): How to Grow Your Finances with Next to Nothing
Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/661474/share_preview
College Programs Series: Operating Companies and the Value of an MBA
Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm EST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/665114/share_preview
Explore Wycliffe Life — Bringing the Scriptures to Life: Vernacular Media Specialist
Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/655299/share_preview
Going Global with KPMG
Tuesday, January 26th 2021, 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm EST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/665898/share_preview
Wednesday
Day In the Life of an Intern at PPD
Wednesday, January 27th 2021, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/660787/share_preview
ScribeAmerica Information Session
Wednesday, January 27th 2021, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/636907/share_preview
Thursday
ScribeAmerica Information Session
Thursday, January 28th 2021, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST
Interest Areas: Health and Wellness
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/636908/share_preview
Connect Now – The Power & Secrets of LinkedIn – A Leona Leads Event
Thursday, January 28th 2021, 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm MST
https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/655036/share_preview
Day in the Life of AmeriCorps Service
Thursday, January 28th 2021, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST
Check your inbox for a Message from our Associate Dean of the Undergraduate Program Office, Ken Brown
Welcome back!
Spring 2021 semester is finally here, and there is light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel. That said, it is further away than we would prefer and 2020 took a toll on each of us, in different ways. Our thoughts are with you as you prepare to move forward into this year, and we stand ready to help you throughout this semester.
As we kick off the semester today, I want to share a few reminders and changes from the fall semester:
Pat’s Diner is reopening. We want you to use the Pappajohn Business Building, and in that spirit, we are re-opening Pat’s Diner for limited day-time hours. The college is subsidizing operations so we encourage you to come by and grab a drink or snack in support. Don’t forget to tell Jeff you missed him.
Limited eating and drinking now allowed. You may recall that following a rash of mask non-compliance in November, we limited eating and drinking in the building. Now that we are all settled into healthier habits, drinking is allowed anywhere in the building, but please put your mask back on immediately after. As for eating, please refrain from eating in classrooms. When you are in the gallerias, BizHub, and other open air spaces, please feel free to eat but only if you are six feet away from others and, again, please replace your mask promptly. And, as a courtesy to others, please clean your area before you leave. Wipes remain available throughout the building.
Keep that mask on. We ask that you wear a mask at all times in the building, and keep your distance from others both in and out of the classroom. If you are not wearing an approved mask, you will be asked to leave not just Pappajohn but any university building. Keep in mind that any space in a university building, even a closed conference room, is considered a public space and you must keep your mask on.
Remember to wash hands often, get enough sleep, and stay home if you are sick. One of the most common reasons students struggle academically is illness. Stay healthy so you can keep up with your classes and work! We want you to succeed.
2020 was a difficult year, and 2021 unfortunately holds many of the same challenges. With the excitement of a new beginnings (a new semester and soon, a new art building) and community wins (basketball and wrestling come to mind, among other things), we can pull together to finish out this academic year safely and successfully.
If there is anything that we can do to support you, please reach out to me or to your academic advisor. Go Hawks, and Tippie community, let’s get down to business!
Ken
Kenneth G. Brown, Ph.D.
Associate Dean, Undergraduate Program
Ralph L. Sheets Professor of Management
Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa
C140 Pappajohn Business Building
Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1994
319-335-0924 | tw: @kgbphd | in: /kgbphd
Forté National Campus to Business Leadership Conference and Women of Color Symposium
Want to know how your passions transfer to a business career? This Spring, Forté and our partners are pleased to host the virtual National Campus to Business Leadership Conference and Women of Color Symposium.
Glance into a day-in-the-life of successful businesswomen and grow your network to set yourself up for a successful entry into the business world during this premier virtual event for undergraduate women. Pick the session track that works best for you, connect with recruiters from Fortune 500 companies like Citi and JPMorgan, and hear from keynote speakers at DaVita, PIMCO, and more! Plus, you won’t want to miss the keynote from New York Times bestselling author, Lindsey Pollak.
The best part? It’s completely free to apply! Once you’re admitted, a fee is required to reserve your seat. Now is the best time to invest in yourself so apply today!
National Campus to Business Leadership Conference Online Sessions:
Friday, March 12: Noon – 6:30 PM ET
Saturday, March 13: 10:30 – 3:30 PM ET
Women of Color Symposium Online Session:
Thursday, March 11: 4:00 – 7:45 PM ET
APPLY NOW
Application Deadline: February 14
Business Library Hours & Info.
The Biz Hub library information desk will be open the following hours this semester:
Monday—Friday 8:00 am—5:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 1:00—5:00 pm
In addition to our service desk hours, the business library team will be available online and ready to provide assistance. For complex research questions, Willow Fuchs and Kim Bloedel are happy to meet via Zoom or Teams. You can also check our YouTube channel which offers quick tutorials on how to find articles, company information, industry information, and international business information.
Remote RISE
As we all continue to adjust during the pandemic, completing experiences remotely is still a great option in satisfying your Tippie RISE requirement. Visit our remote RISE page to find out more about completing research, internships, study abroad, and/or experiential courses…all virtually! Contact your advisor or nicholas-kavanaugh@uiowa.edu with any questions.
Tippie team places third at National Diversity Case Competition
A student team from the Tippie College of Business placed third at the 10th Annual National Diversity Case Competition hosted by the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University.
The team included Jaiden Goodman, Baaba Saisie, Gina Waters, and Anna Zinselmeier. Goodman and Zinselmeier are peer tutors at the Frank Business Communication Center where they coach Tippie students in writing, speaking, and visual design.
“The Tippie College of Business is committed to graduating strong communicators and equipping students to think seriously about social issues relating to diversity and inclusion,” said Pamela Bourjaily, director of the Frank Business Communication Center and associate professor of instruction. “Our team’s placement at the premier diversity case competition in the country showcases our success in both those efforts.”
The case was provided by 3M’s Social Justice Strategy and Initiatives team and asked students to consider how the multinational company could engage “the broader organization to address some of the racial and socioeconomic inequities in our society.”
The competition is held annually over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. This year’s competition was conducted virtually and included teams from the University of Michigan, Boston College, and the University of Washington. For more information, visit the NDCC website.
FREE International Textbook Shipping
Attention all Tippie students who will complete the semester from outside of the United States! If you order your textbooks from the Hawk Shop, international shipping is free!
Fulbright Workshop
Are you a U.S. citizen interested in doing graduate study, research or creative work, or teaching English abroad—free of charge?
Join UI Fulbright alumni, Fulbright Faculty Mentors, and Associate Director of International Fellowships Karen Wachsmuth to learn more about applying for a Fulbright this year! Juniors and seniors and graduate students applying in 2021 should plan to attend; first-year students and sophomores are welcome.
You can apply for a Fulbright U.S. Student Program scholarship!
- Students from all disciplines can apply, including arts, humanities, business, social sciences, and STEM
- Opportunities available in more than 140 countries
Learn more about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program at http://international.uiowa.edu/funding/fulbright-us-student-program
Pre-registration required for the zoom webinar (please register even if you cannot attend the entire session).
Need Temporary Alternative Learning Arrangements?
As part of the institutional response to COVID-19, the University is committed to supporting students upon their return to classes, including those who are medically vulnerable and at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
All students who fall into one or more of the high risk categories as listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and who wish to seek a temporary alternative learning arrangement should to do so via this page.
Undergraduate students enrolling in Tippie courses who do not fall into one or more of the high risk categories as listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and who wish to seek a temporary alternative learning arrangement should to do so via this form.
Completing the form is not a guarantee of accommodations; a staff member will consolidate and forward your request to the Tippie departments with the authority to provide them.
Please contact Mike Schluckebier (michael-schluckebier@uiowa.edu) with any questions.
Wellness Bingo and Tippie Senate Survey
Trying to tend to your wellbeing during this stressful time in the semester? Check out Tippie’s Wellness Bingo and complete Tippie Senate’s quick survey to be entered in a raffle to win one of fifteen $10 gift cards!
Fall 2020 Commencement Ceremony Details
The Fall 2020 Tippie College of Business commencement ceremony will be live on Saturday, December 19th at 1pm CST.
Dean Amy Kristof-Brown will deliver a message to students. Henry B. Tippie will make a special video appearance, and Bella Volfson will be the student speaker.
How to get Intern Ready & Resources for Grads
Hello Students!
While your ramping up for finals and getting ready to hit the door and head home, we wanted to remind you of some wonderful opportunities that you can take advantage of over winter break. Now is the best time to revise resumes, build your skills, and seek out new career opportunities that will build relationships and put more experience under your belt to help you snag that next big thing after college -a job!
Are you Intern Ready?
Looking for a way to take control of your future, and get a jump start on your internship search? If so, join us (at your own pace) and participate in a free self-paced series over winter break. This course is sure to accelerate your internship search and make you #InternReady!
Enroll at: https://icon.uiowa.edu/selfRegistration/course/170394
How can others help you prepare for your career?
The Pomerantz Career Center presents a free webinar for parents, guardians and caring others:
What’s Next? Helping Your Student Gain Career-Building Experience
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time)
Learn more and have your parents register here.
Apply for Micro-Internships with Parker Dewey
No matter how hard we try to stay ahead of things, our college years come to a close quickly. If you are looking for a full-time job or waiting to hear back from graduate programs, micro-internships can help you gain paid professional experience during the time between graduation and your next endeavor. Visit http://info.parkerdewey.com/uiowa to get started.
Did you know?
Graduates can still meet with a career advisor for up to a year after graduation. Contact the Career Center today to make your appointment at careercenter@uiowa.edu or call (319) 335-1023
Have a Plan? We want to hear about it! Graduates, please take a moment to fill out the Career Center Graduation Survey. Your feedback is essential to supporting our future Hawkeyes!
Tippie’s Winter Read!
Tippie is excited to launch a new winter break program: Tippie’s Winter Read!
Join together as we read a novel together in the month of January. The book is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi.
Sign up to participate individually or with your student organization! If you sign up, we’ll send you discussion questions throughout the month of January!
Homegoing is a novel that will allow us to reflect on history, on family, and on the current Black Lives Matter movement. The book starts in the 1700s and is about the family lineage of two Ghanian sisters. One sister stays in Ghana while the other sister is sold into slavery. Each chapter of the book is about another generation of the family lines: we read about southern plantations, jazz-era Harlem, Ghanian colonization, and more. The book weaves together wisdom through these stories because the author, Gyasi, is in some ways writing part of her story as a Ghanian-American.
Homegoing tackles difficult topics — depicting racism, violence, and demeaning language. Yet, its power is in the truths that it tells through the stories. The books is about 300 pages and was published in 2016. It has won endless awards and can be found at libraries, online, or at any book store.
