Happy Sunday!
We hope you all had a great first week of classes and are enjoying the weekend. We are so excited to welcome you to (or welcome you back to) WiB!
Our first meeting of the semester will be held tomorrow Monday, September 11th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137). This will be a fun welcome meeting, led by our two lovely Co-Presidents, Rachael and Caroline! During this meeting, we will share what WiB is all about, how to get involved, as well as information about some of the exciting events and opportunities we have planned for this semester.
If you are not able to join us in person please feel free to join us on Zoom!
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/98261937979
Meeting ID: 982 6193 7979
As a reminder, all are welcome at our WiB meetings. Our club is open to students of any major - so bring your friends and join us in welcoming a new year of WiB. See you soon!
If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events, and opportunities.
Getting Through Finals - Things to Look Forward to this Summer
By: Brigid Murray
With the end of the semester looming, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Final exams, job applications, term papers, and missing assignments have consumed my to-do lists and I’ve completely forgotten about all the fun things ahead this summer. So, if you’re looking for extra motivation, here are some things to look forward to when the work is over.
Summer Job
Getting an internship is great, but having a summer job as a college student is also a formative experience. This is your time to work with friends, pick up a new skill, and make that money, honey! Whether it’s being a server, camp counselor, or lifeguard, those odd jobs make for some of the best memories and learning experiences you never expected.
Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)
Whether you’re a Swiftie or not, everyone knows that when Taylor Swift does something, she does it big. Speak Now (Taylor’s Version) will no doubt be a massive moment for pop culture just like Fearless (Taylor’s Version) and Red (Taylor’s Version). Especially as its release coincides with The Eras Tour, I’m stoked to see what she has in store this time!
Catching Up with Friends from Home
The relationships you make in college are beyond compare, becoming like a second family when you’re away from home. At the same time, there is nothing like your bond with the friends you grew up with. While away at school, it’s easy to lose contact with your friends from home especially as they are taking on their own endeavors. But, what’s great about old friends is that you always seem to pick up right where you left off no matter how long it’s been. I can’t wait to reconnect with all my high school friends this summer and make up for lost time.
Reading
When assigned pages upon pages of required readings for class, it’s rare that I have the motivation to read for pleasure these days, even though it’s something I used to love. One reason I look forward to the summer is finally having time to read what I want and crossing off my Goodreads list!
A Break from School
Well, this one is obvious. But, it really is hard to recognize the toll that the college environment takes on you without stepping away from it for a little while. Party culture, stressful classes, and bad sleep habits feed on your energy. Summer is your time to get back to who you are: spend time with yourself, reflect on the past year, and set goals for the next one. Give yourself some credit for how hard you’ve worked this year and take advantage of your summer vacation!
Thank You for an Amazing Year of WiB!
Happy Wednesday!
Thank you all for joining us at our final meeting of the semester this past Monday. We hope you all had fun meeting other WiB members and playing some classic board games together! We are so grateful that we were able to celebrate such an amazing year with you all.
With that being said, we would like to extend a huge thank you to YOU! We have accomplished so much this year, and we couldn't have done it without you. We cannot wait to be back for the Fall 2023 semester, but we will miss our graduating seniors - we wish you all the best of luck on your next adventure!
In the meantime, we encourage you all to attend our final committee meetings TONIGHT! More information can be found below. We will also be sending our 2022-2023 Membership Packet to our members in the next week, so keep an eye on your email! We hope you all have a great last few weeks of school and an amazing summer break. See you in the fall!
Committee/Program Reminders:
Marketing Committee: TONIGHT Wednesday, May 10th at 7pm (Isenberg 118): How to Trend on TikTok (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)
Community Service Committee: TONUGHT Wednesday, May 10th at 6pm (Isenberg 124): Color A Smile & End of Year Pizza Party (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!
Peer Mentorship Program: Thank you to all our mentors and mentees for making this an amazing semester!
Content Updates:
Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 10, "Class Selection Scaries" co-hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle and our DEI and Campus Outreach Director Lisa Freeley is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!
Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "6 Spots on Campus You Have to Check Out" by our Social Media Chair, Abby Morse, at this link!
If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities.
Additional Opportunities
Hero Cosmetics
Hero Cosmetics is currently recruiting for their Fall 2023 College Ambassador Program! This is a paid role, and a great opportunity to get experience spreading brand awareness, planning interactive events on campus, and creating content for various social media platforms. To apply and learn more, click here.
The Beacon Fellowship
The Beacon Fellowship invites students still looking for Summer 2023 plans to apply to their summer consulting programs! They currently still have openings for their Geneva (Switzerland) UNICEF Project, and their Washington D.C. Children's National Hospital Project. Both of these projects are incredible opportunities to build upon your own problem solving skills, while addressing pressing issues and helping those in need. For more information, click here.
Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce
The Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce invites interested students to attend their first ever conference and tea dance! This event will take place on Friday, May 12th at Mandarin Oriental in Boston, and will feature numerous speakers, including Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. More information can be found here, and discounted tickets can be purchased here using code members50.
Tomorrow: WiB Game Night!
Happy Sunday!
We hope you all are enjoying your weekend! As a reminder, our FINAL meeting of the year will be held on Monday, May 8th at 7pm in Mahar Auditorium. We will be hosting a Game Night event to wrap up the semester and de-stress before finals! All are welcome to join us for this free event, complete with snacks and fun prizes! If you are interested in attending, please fill out this form to help us plan. This event will be best attended in person, so we will not be offering a Zoom link. We are excited to celebrate another awesome year of WiB together, so we hope to see you there!
*Please note that this event will be in-place of our previously advertised scavenger hunt, which has been canceled.
Craig's Doors Sock Drive: Craig's Doors is a local emergency shelter that serves as a center for those in need of resources, support, and referrals. We will be collecting new and unopened sock donations for this organization at our meeting on Monday, May 8th. This is a great way to support our community as the semester comes to a close!
Committee/Program Reminders:
Marketing Committee: Wednesday, May 10th at 7pm (Isenberg 118) (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)
Community Service Committee: Wednesday, May 10th at 6pm (Isenberg 124): Color A Smile & End of Year Pizza Party (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!
Peer Mentorship Program: TONIGHT Sunday, May 7th at 6pm (Orchard Hill - courts next to Van Meter): Dessert Picnic - please stay contact with your mentors/mentees!
Content Updates:
Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 10, "Class Selection Scaries" co-hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle and our DEI and Campus Outreach Director Lisa Freeley is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!
Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "6 Spots on Campus You Have to Check Out" by our Social Media Chair, Abby Morse, at this link!
If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities.
UMass Opportunities
UMass Amherst Theater
UMass Theater invites students to check out their Fringe Fest '23 events! The festival will take place over the course of May and feature the work of UMass students. For more information, click this link.
Additional Opportunities
The Beacon Fellowship
The Beacon Fellowship invites students still looking for Summer 2023 plans to apply to their summer consulting programs! They currently still have openings for their Geneva (Switzerland) UNICEF Project, and their Washington D.C. Children's National Hospital Project. Both of these projects are incredible opportunities to build upon your own problem solving skills, while addressing pressing issues and helping those in need. For more information, click here.
Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce
The Massachusetts LGBT Chamber of Commerce invites interested students to attend their first ever conference and tea dance! This event will take place on Friday, May 12th at Mandarin Oriental in Boston, and will feature numerous speakers, including Boston Mayor Michelle Wu. More information can be found here, and discounted tickets can be purchased here using code members50.
Next Week: WiB Game Night!
Happy Wednesday!
Thank you all for joining us for our meeting this past Monday. We hope you all enjoyed Lisa Freeley's, presentation on the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone in college! We would like to highlight a quote by Annette White that Lisa shared during her presentation: "Each time you try something for the first time you will grow - a little piece of the fear of the unknown is removed and replaced with a sense of empowerment." We hope you can remember this next time you are faced with an endeavor you are hesitant to take on! We would like to extend a thank you to Lisa, our DEI and Campus Outreach Director, for sharing her wonderful presentation with us. Feel free to reach out to Lisa via email, or connect with her on LinkedIn!
As we mentioned during our meeting, our FINAL meeting of the year will be held on Monday, May 8th at 7pm in Mahar Auditorium. We will be hosting a Game Night event to wrap up the semester and de-stress before finals! All are welcome to join us for this free event, complete with snacks and fun prizes! If you are interested in attending, please fill out this form to help us plan for this event. This event will be best attended in person, so we will not be offering a Zoom link. We are so excited to celebrate another awesome year of WiB together, so we hope to see you there!
*Please note that this event will be in-place of our previously advertised scavenger hunt, which has been canceled.
WiB x DSP Thrift Store Fundraiser: WiB is hosting a thrift store fundraiser in collaboration with Delta Sigma Pi (DSP) TODAY, Wednesday, May 3rd from 10am-4pm in the Student Union! Stop by as soon as you can to find some new clothes to revamp your summer closet. This is a great way to shop sustainably and support our club!
Committee/Program Reminders:
Marketing Committee: Wednesday, May 10th at 7pm (Isenberg 118) (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!)
Community Service Committee: Wednesday, May 10th at 6pm (Isenberg 124): Color A Smile & End of Year Pizza Party (To sign up for the committee, fill out this form!
Peer Mentorship Program: Sunday, May 7th at 6pm (Orchard Hill - courts next to Van Meter): Dessert Picnic - please stay contact with your mentors/mentees!
Content Updates:
Podcast: "Out of Office (with WiB)" Episode 10, "Class Selection Scaries" co-hosted by our VP Rachael Doyle and our DEI and Campus Outreach Director Lisa Freeley is live! Stream on Spotify using this link, or on Apple Music using this link!
Blog: Check our most recent blog post, "6 Spots on Campus You Have to Check Out" by our Social Media Chair, Abby Morse, at this link!
If you would like to learn more about WiB, check out our website and follow our Instagram (@IsenbergWiB), where we post regular updates about meetings, events and opportunities.
Click below to watch our most recent meeting!
UMass Opportunities
The Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship
The UMass Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship is hosting their Innovation Challenge Final TODAY, Wednesday, May 3rd from 5-8pm in the Old Chapel. All are invited to cheer on the five student ventures as they compete for a chance at the $65,000 prize pool! Click here to learn more, and here to register.
UMass DSP - Comedy for a Cause
UMass Delta Sigma Pi (DSP) is hosting a "Comedy for a Cause" event TOMORROW, Thursday, May 4th from 6:30-8pm in Herter 227. All students are encouraged to attend this stand-up comedy event, featuring 3 experienced comedians from Massachusetts! Tickets for this event are $14, and will go toward supporting Protect Our Breasts, a global non-profit founded at UMass Amherst. To register for this event, fill out this form.
Isenberg DEI Student Efficiency Survey
Jariah Cole, a senior accounting major, is conducting research about DEI initiatives within Isenberg. All Isenberg undergraduates are invited to take this survey, regarding their experience as students in Isenberg.
UMass Amherst Theater
UMass Theater invites students to check out their Fringe Fest '23 events! The festival will take place over the course of May and feature the work of UMass students. For more information, click this link.
Additional Opportunities
The Beacon Fellowship
The Beacon Fellowship invites students still looking for Summer 2023 plans to apply to their summer consulting programs! They currently still have openings for their Geneva (Switzerland) UNICEF Project, and their Washington D.C. Children's National Hospital Project. Both of these projects are incredible opportunities to build upon your own problem solving skills, while addressing pressing issues and helping those in need. For more information, click here.