Holiday Wish List Inspiration

By: Molly Bowe

It’s just about the time of year our parents ask us for our Holiday Wish Lists, however, this year in particular I am struggling to come up with ideas! Below are some ideas that are the perfect things college students should ask for!! 

LONG WINTER JACKET 

Going to school in New England, a winter jacket is a must. Preferably a long winter jacket that reaches just above knees for optimal warmth. A big puffer definitely suffices as well! North Face, LL.Bean, Calvin Klein, Columbia are all affordable options for extra winter warmth! 

ATHLETIC SNEAKERS 

My personal favorite shoe to walk around campus and go to the gym are the Nike 270 air max. Providing the ultimate comfort any sneaker has ever given me, they are very lightweight. Much support when climbing those hills and running those stairs to get to class, or running on the treadmill. Although on the higher price point for a sneaker, over $100, they are worthwhile and don’t get dirty easily! 

FITNESS WATCH 

The investment into an Apple Watch or FitBit is one worthwhile. Providing inspiration to close all daily activity rings, the Apple Watch serves as a motivator to stay fit in college. It’s hard to believe but just the simple walking to class across campus provides exercise and activity to your day that a fitness watch can track! Great source of motivation to stay fit and healthy while at school! 

MINI UGGS 

The cutest and comfiest winter trend, the mini uggs are great to pair with leggings or joggers for the cold winter days. Providing ultimate comfort and warmth, while also being cozy is the best feeling in the winter. Although pricey for boots, they're worth the investment for the comfort that they provide. 

TREE HUT SUGAR SCRUB 

Available in many stores including Target, Tree Hut scrub adds to your daily shower. Leaving the skin feeling lucious, it helps with healing the skin after the cold winter air. Definitely affordable and a great idea for giving a gift as well! 

OLAPLEX HAIR TREATMENT 

Although on the pricier point when it comes to hair products, olaplex hair treatment completely resolves any hair issues due to damage. Bleaching my hair blonde multiple times of the year, Olaplex has been the product I swear by in order to maintain strength and healthiness to my hair.


WiB x Jewish Leaders in Business Tomorrow!

Hi everyone!

We hope you all had an amazing break this past week! Welcome to your last full week of classes for the semester - push through and try your best!

Our next meeting is tomorrow, Monday, November 29th, at 7pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin Auditorium), where we are collaborating with Jewish Leaders in Business to hear Ada A, Holocaust survivor, talk about her journey. You won't want to miss this impactful meeting.

We will be live streaming on Zoom for our virtual members to attend:

Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92299580036
Meeting ID: 922 9958 0036

Reminders:

  • Community Service Committee - Our next meeting will be this Wednesday, 12/1 at 7pm! We will be going over Not Bread Alone sign-ups!

  • Purple Plus One - Be on the lookout for an email from Lara soon! Purple Plus One is this Thursday, 12/2.

  • Fundraising Committee - Join us this Thursday, 12/2 at 7pm for our next meeting on mask tabling sign-ups and year in review!

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting will be this Thursday 12/2 at 7:15pm!

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check out our website here!

Additional Opportunities

Minutemen Alternative Investment Fund
MAIF is hosting a public pitch on November 30th, from 5:30 - 7:00pm in ISOM N145, where those looking to join can learn more about the fund and network with current fund members. RSVP using this link.

MAIF is also currently holding applications for a junior analyst position. Applications will be open on Handshake, or responses can be sent to maif.umass@gmail.com for Freshmen and Sophomores who are looking to apply. Applications close December 8th for the Spring semester. You can access the application here.

Tufin
Tufin is currently holding applications for seniors or recent graduates looking for a career in Enterprise Software Sales. They have positions open in both Boston and Cleveland. See the job description and apply here.

William & Mary Women's Stock Pitch
The Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance and the W&M chapter of Smart Woman Securities (SWS) are hosting the W&M Women's Stock Pitch consisting of first and final rounds of pitching, a networking session, a dinner with industry professionals, and a keynote speaker. For more information, click here. Please apply by December 3rd here.

They will be holding information sessions on November 29th at 12pm (click here to register for Zoom link #1) and November 30th at 5pm (click here to register for Zoom link #2).

ALPFA UMass Amherst Gerena Toy Drive
ALPFA UMass is raising money to fund a toy drive that allows us to supply gifts for 60+ kindergarten students at the Gerena Community School in Springfield, MA. The majority of these children, if not all, come from underrepresented backgrounds and have faced hardship in their lives. You can help provide gifts to children by donating to ALPFA's GoFundMe by December 3rd.

Citibank Early ID Program
Citi is holding an exclusive 5-week virtual program focused on intensive interview preparation, one-on-one mentorship, training & webinars, and accelerated interviews. Applications close December 14th. For more information, click here.

WiB x Jewish Leaders in Business Next Meeting!

Happy Wednesday!

We hope you all are enjoying your break and are taking time to recharge! Have a happy Thanksgiving tomorrow!

Our next meeting is on Monday, November 29th, at 7pm in Isenberg 137 (Flavin Auditorium), where we are collaborating with Jewish Leaders in Business to hear Ada A, Holocaust survivor, talk about her journey. You won't want to miss this impactful meeting.

We will be live streaming on Zoom for our virtual members to attend:

Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/92299580036
Meeting ID: 922 9958 0036

Purple Plus One - Keep an eye out for emails from Lara on next steps for the formal!

Boston Field Trip - Gina and Julia, our professional events co-directors, are working to plan our spring field trip to Boston! Please fill out this form to give some feedback and ideas on things you might like to see and do while there! More details on the event will be shared in a future general body meeting.

Reminders:

  • Community Service Committee - Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, 12/1 at 7pm! We will be going over Not Bread Alone sign-ups!

  • Fundraising Committee - Join us Thursday, 12/2 at 7pm for our next meeting on mask tabling sign-ups and year in review!

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting will be on Thursday 12/2 at 7:15pm!

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check out our website here!

Additional Opportunities


Minutemen Alternative Investment Fund
MAIF is hosting a public pitch on November 30th, from 5:30 - 7:00pm in ISOM N145, where those looking to join can learn more about the fund and network with current fund members. RSVP using this link.

MAIF is also currently holding applications for a junior analyst position. Applications will be open on Handshake, or responses can be sent to maif.umass@gmail.com for Freshmen and Sophomores who are looking to apply. Applications close December 8th for the Spring semester. You can access the application here.

Tufin
Tufin is currently holding applications for seniors or recent graduates looking for a career in Enterprise Software Sales. They have positions open in both Boston and Cleveland. See the job description and apply here.

William & Mary Women's Stock Pitch
The Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance and the W&M chapter of Smart Woman Securities (SWS) are hosting the W&M Women's Stock Pitch consisting of first and final rounds of pitching, a networking session, a dinner with industry professionals, and a keynote speaker. For more information, click here. Please apply by December 3rd here.

They will be holding information sessions on November 29th at 12pm (click here to register for Zoom link #1) and November 30th at 5pm (click here to register for Zoom link #2).

ALPFA UMass Amherst Gerena Toy Drive
ALPFA UMass is raising money to fund a toy drive that allows us to supply gifts for 60+ kindergarten students at the Gerena Community School in Springfield, MA. The majority of these children, if not all, come from underrepresented backgrounds and have faced hardship in their lives. You can help provide gifts to children by donating to ALPFA's GoFundMe by December 3rd.

Citibank Early ID Program
Citi is holding an exclusive 5-week virtual program focused on intensive interview preparation, one-on-one mentorship, training & webinars, and accelerated interviews. Applications close December 14th. For more information, click here.

Recharging Over Thanksgiving Break

By: Julia Leroux

Our Women in Business Vice President, Lara Pereira, recently held a meeting that discussed a very relevant topic to us all: burnout. Lara did an excellent job explaining what burnout is, and she gave techniques on how she overcomes it. I’m sure we’ve all been feeling overwhelmed and stressed from the first semester back to in-person classes, and this Thanksgiving break will give us all some time to recharge our bodies and minds for the last few weeks of school.

Spend time with loved ones

Many of us, including myself, have transitioned back to living on campus or in off-campus housing from living at home for a whole year. This Thanksgiving break I plan on spending time with my family and friends that I have not seen due to being back in Amherst full-time. Those quick phone calls or FaceTimes home do not compare to being in your own living room or kitchen and conversing with family face-to-face. Being with family can bring a sense of comfort and allow one to focus on family time rather than classes. 

Make a schedule

Although some professors do assign work over Thanksgiving break, it is important not to stress yourself out over assignments or group projects with upcoming due dates. I found that making a schedule and allotting a time frame for each assignment can allow yourself to work on those items, but it also limits spending too much time on school. Carving out time for school is important as it will prevent one from getting behind on work during the week, but it also encourages time for other enjoyable activities while home.

Get some sleep

Most of us spend our weeknights studying for exams, completing assignments and homework, or working at our jobs; and we spend our weekends out with friends until 2 am. Now we have the opportunity to finally get some sleep and allow our bodies to recover from all the late nights. I know we have been told all our lives to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every night, but I never realized how effective this fact would be on our bodies. Getting plenty of sleep will not only help us recharge our bodies, but it also has a positive impact on our mental health. Also, nothing beats sleeping in your own bed while home for Thanksgiving.

Do what makes you happy

Finally, while you are home for Thanksgiving break, you should do whatever will make you happy and help relieve any stress that you have been having. Because we have been so focused with school and completing assignments, we do not always have time for activities that we like. Now is the perfect opportunity to catch up on any shows, read a good book, or simply listen to Taylor Swift’s album to relax. Having you-time can greatly increase your serotonin and help recharge your body and mind.

I hope everyone has a safe, healthy Thanksgiving break; and hopefully you will recharge your bodies and minds for the last few weeks of classes and finals!

Reminder: No Meeting Tomorrow!

Happy Sunday!

As a reminder, there will be no meeting tomorrow. However, we will still be holding the Meaningful Internship & Job Search meeting with E-Board member Caroline Tierney and WiB Advisor Kim Figueroa in the Spring!

Our next meeting will be on November 29th! We are collaborating with Jewish Leaders in Business to hear Ada A, Holocaust survivor, talk about her journey. You won't want to miss it!

Have an amazing break and make sure to take time to relax and recharge!

Purple Plus One - Keep an eye out for emails from Lara on next steps for the formal!

Boston Field Trip - Gina and Julia, our professional events co-directors, are working to plan our spring field trip to Boston! Please fill out this form to give some feedback and ideas on things you might like to see and do while there! More details on the event will be shared in a future general body meeting.

Pre-Law Club - Trying to decide which legal career is right for you? Join the Pre-Law Club on Tuesday, November 23rd at 6:30pm for a virtual panel discussion with attorneys from different areas of the law! The event will feature Aliya Khalidi of the Middlesex County District Attorney's Office, immigration lawyer Megan Kludt, and corporate lower Jenny Elberg. Please RSVP here for the Zoom link.

Reminders:

  • Community Service Committee - Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, 12/1 at 7pm! We will be going over Not Bread Alone sign-ups!

  • Fundraising Committee - Join us Thursday, 12/2 at 7pm for our next meeting on mask tabling sign-ups and year in review!

  • Marketing Committee - Our next meeting will be on Thursday 12/2 at 7:15pm!

Be sure to follow our social media accounts for more frequent updates, Instagram specifically (@IsenbergWiB), and check out our website here!

Additional Opportunities


Minutemen Alternative Investment Fund
MAIF is hosting a public pitch on November 30th, from 5:30 - 7:00pm in ISOM N145, where those looking to join can learn more about the fund and network with current fund members. RSVP using this link.

MAIF is also currently holding applications for a junior analyst position. Applications will be open on Handshake, or responses can be sent to maif.umass@gmail.com for Freshmen and Sophomores who are looking to apply. Applications close December 8th for the Spring semester. You can access the application here.

Tufin
Tufin is currently holding applications for seniors or recent graduates looking for a career in Enterprise Software Sales. They have positions open in both Boston and Cleveland. See the job description and apply here.

William & Mary Women's Stock Pitch
The Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance and the W&M chapter of Smart Woman Securities (SWS) are hosting the W&M Women's Stock Pitch consisting of first and final rounds of pitching, a networking session, a dinner with industry professionals, and a keynote speaker. For more information, click here. Please apply by December 3rd here.

ALPFA UMass Amherst Gerena Toy Drive
ALPFA UMass is raising money to fund a toy drive that allows us to supply gifts for 60+ kindergarten students at the Gerena Community School in Springfield, MA. The majority of these children, if not all, come from underrepresented backgrounds and have faced hardship in their lives. You can help provide gifts to children by donating to ALPFA's GoFundMe by December 3rd.

Citibank Early ID Program
Citi is holding an exclusive 5-week virtual program focused on intensive interview preparation, one-on-one mentorship, training & webinars, and accelerated interviews. Applications close December 14th. For more information, click here.