NEXT WEEK: No Meeting!

Happy Wednesday!!

Thank you so much for joining us Monday night for our thrilling Halloween meeting. We had so much fun watching you participate in the various games and seeing all of your amazing costumes!
 

As a reminder, there will be NO MEETING next Monday. Our next general body meeting will be Monday, November 18th, at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137). This will be an exciting meeting with Cape Cod’r, a Craft Cocktail company that our lovely Co-President Bella interned with over the summer! During this meeting, we will discuss entrepreneurship, following your dreams, and the importance of variety when building your resume with Kevin O’Leary and Taylor Bramhall. 

In the mean time, make sure to pop out to our WiB World Wide meeting on Tuesday, November 12th at 7pm in Isenberg room N135. This is going to be a very fun meeting, where our E-Board members will be sharing their experiences on their time abroad!

If you are not able to join us in person November 18th, please feel free to join us on Zoom!
Zoom Link: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/96705375240 
Meeting ID: 967 0537 5240
 

Committee Meetings:

Marketing Committee: The next marcom meeting will be a Marketing Major Night next Wednesday, November 6th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Come to learn more about Marketing, what exciting classes you should take, and more! Sign up for the email list here.

Community Service Committee: The next comserv meeting will be with Protect our Breasts TODAY Wednesday, October 30th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. At this meeting, we'll be making feminine hygiene boxes for the Isenberg bathrooms so be sure to stop by and help! Sign up for the email list here.

Peer Mentorship: The next meeting will be a Class Selection meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Make sure to let your mentor know if you can't make it!

Content:

Podcast: Be sure to check out our newest Out of Office w/ WiB episode: "S. 2 Ep. 3 - Building Success from Scratch: Marina Jube on Education, Entrepreneurship & Marketing." Marina is an entrepreneur of Marina Morgan Marketing, a marketing agency that does social media management, email marketing, graphic design and so much more for brands. You can listen to it on Spotify or Apple podcasts!
 

Blog: The next blog post is up! Check out, "Top 5 Fall Movies to Watch" by Lydia Haddadhere.
 

Minute Fund: We are pleased to officially announce our Minute Fund! The MinuteFund is a UMass crowdfunding platform made for organizations like WiB to raise funds for events/opportunities, and our very own launched last Friday! Check out our MinuteFund donation page here! The funds we raise will go toward lowering the price of events and allow us to open these events to more of our members! Help us out by sending emails to your family and friends! Our goal is to raise $4,000 by December 9th, 2024. Each member will receive +1 membership point for every five emails/texts they send promoting our MinuteFund. Fill out this form after sending your text/email to get credit.

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We can't wait to see you all in a couple weeks!

As a reminder, all are welcome at our WiB meetings, regardless of your major- so make sure to bring your friends and anyone else interested in joining.

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. You can also add our calendar to your calendar at this link here to stay updated on all the events for the year!

UMass Opportunities

Minutemen Marketing Group: The Minutemen Marketing Group is currently hiring! The MMG is a highly selective, student-run organization at the Isenberg School of Management, designed to offer dedicated undergraduates an advanced platform for professional development and the application of technical marketing skills. If interested, apply here.

Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship: The Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship is pleased to announce the opening of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy competition applications. This year, there are four competitions: a tech challenge, food science and technology, hult prize, and executive pitch. If interested, please click here to see more details. This year, over $40,000 in funding will be up for grabs. These competitions are open to all UMass students and applications close 10/31 so don't wait to apply!

External Opportunities

Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs is excited to invite you to the firm’s 2025 Possibilities Summits virtual program. This is open to first-year undergraduates, and throughout this program, you’ll work on expanding your personal network, cultivating top industry skills, and exploring the wealth of opportunities available at Goldman Sachs. If interest, apply here. They also have several upcoming Alumni panels to learn more information: November 7th (5-5:45 pm), November 8th (12-12:45 pm), and November 13th (5-5:45 pm).

The Hanover Insurance Group: Are you looking for an internship this upcoming summer? The Hangover insurance Group is still accepting applications to their summer internship program. They have various internships including operations, technology, and underwriting. If interested, click the links and apply today. The Hanover recruits on a rolling basis, so apply ASAP!
 

Top 5 Fall Movies to Watch

By Lydia Haddad

As the weather gets cooler, I often find myself watching lots of movies. I am always on the lookout for a good movie especially ones that bring nostalgia or a feeling of fall. There are so many different genres of movies that have these kinds of feelings. Watching movies is a greatway to take a break from studying and spend time with friends. So grab a mug of hot chocolate and some fun snacks and have a watch party!

Horror movie: The Shining

My favorite horror movie is The Shining. Back in the day when it first came out, it was probably very creepy and scary. Watching it now, I find it a little silly and quite entertaining to watch. The insanity spiral that the main character Johnny has represents the intensity of cabin fever and wanting to get out. Most people are familiar with the twin girls from this movie who walk out ofan elevator covered in blood. It is a popular Halloween costume too!

Romance: When Harry Met Sally

This is one of my favorite rom coms! I love the friends to lovers arc and how much the characters cared for each other over time. Friendship is such a powerful thing and can create so many connections between people. The movie leaves a warm feeling in your chest every time. There are many iconic moments from this that may be familiar to some from clips on the internet. The clothing and set design fit the fall vibe and aesthetic very well and makes me excited for sweater weather!

Comedy: Hocus Pocus

A classic witch story with so much to laugh about. I find myself watching this movie over and over since every time I watch it, I find something new. The Sanderson Sisters are very silly and portray sibling relationships very well. All the characters are very witty and allow for a wonderful watch that will keep you laughing. If you enjoy the first one, you can meet theSanderson Sisters again in Hocus Pocus 2.

Sci-fi: Twilight saga

This was a recent watch for me, and I loved it. The movies are so bad they are good. These were very popular in the 2010s and are known for their cringe factor. I enjoyed the aspect of the supernatural and all the different skills and talents each species can have. This has sparked a trend for stories of the supernatural in movies and books. The story gets very crazy and odd past the original trilogy so be warned if you haven’t seen them yet. Team Edward or Team Jacob?

Classic: Ghostbusters

A hard-hitting classic that never fails to bring the feeling of spooky season. If you like ghosts and great music, then this is the movie for you. This movie is clearly from the 80s based on the music, the clothes, and the vibes. Overall, it is a great feel-good movie and highly recommend the watch to get into the feeling of fall and the Halloween spirit.

I hope you all take the time to relax and carve out some time for yourself that is not related to schoolwork or other responsibilities. Movie watching is a great way to unwind from the stresses of life. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

TOMORROW: WIB-O-WEEN

Happy Sunday!!

Thank you again for joining us Monday to hear from our amazingly talented Dean Massey. She is truly such an inspiring person and it was so insightful hearing all about her journey to becoming Dean and all her amazing accomplishments. An additional thanks to everyone who came to our first social event of the year, "Bracelets and Banter!" It was such a success and we had a lot of fun hanging out and making bracelets together.
 

If you happened to miss Monday's meeting, don't fret and click here to see the recording!
 

Our next meeting will beTOMORROW, October 28th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137). This is going to be a very fun meeting as it's WIB-O-WEEN! Come join us for a night of exciting games, activities, and goodies hosted by our lovely Directors of Social Events, Ava, Hunter and Ryo! There will also be a Costume Contest so make sure to come dressed in your Halloween best! We have some excellent prizes you definitely don't want to miss. 

 

We will NOT be on Zoom this week, so make sure to come in person to experience this fun event!

Committee Meetings:

Marketing Committee: The next marcom meeting will be a Marketing Major Night next Wednesday, November 6th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Come to learn more about Marketing, what exciting classes you should take, and more! Sign up for the email list here.

Community Service Committee: The next comserv meeting will be with Protect our Breasts THIS Wednesday, October 30th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Sign up for the email list here.

Peer Mentorship: The next meeting will be a Class Selection meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at 7pm in Isenberg room TBD. Make sure to let your mentor know if you can't make it!

Content:

Podcast: Be sure to check out our newest Out of Office w/ WiB episode: "S. 2 Ep. 3 - Building Success from Scratch: Marina Jube on Education, Entrepreneurship & Marketing." Marina is an entrepreneur of Marina Morgan Marketing, a marketing agency that does social media management, email marketing, graphic design and so much more for brands. You can listen to it on Spotify or Apple podcasts!
 

Blog: The next blog post is up! Check out, "F.E.A.R" by Rebecca Riggshere.

We can't wait to see you all tomorrow!

As a reminder, all are welcome at our WiB meetings, regardless of your major- so make sure to bring your friends and anyone else interested in joining.

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. You can also add our calendar to your calendar at this link here to stay updated on all the events for the year!

UMass Opportunities

Research Survey: Help UMass students gather evidence for a class statistics survey! Your participation in this brief survey will greatly support their research project and only takes a couple minutes. You can fill the survey out here.

Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship: The Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship is pleased to announce the opening of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy competition applications. This year, there are four competitions: a tech challenge, food science and technology, hult prize, and executive pitch. If interested, please click here to see more details. This year, over $40,000 in funding will be up for grabs. These competitions are open to all UMass students and applications close 10/31 so don't wait to apply!
 

External Opportunities

The Hanover Insurance Group: Are you looking for an internship this upcoming summer? The Hangover insurance Group is still accepting applications to their summer internship program. They have various internships including operations, technology, and underwriting. If interested, click the links and apply today. The Hanover recruits on a rolling basis, so apply ASAP!

NEXT WEEK: WIB-O-WEEN

Happy Wednesday!!

Thank you again for joining us Monday to hear from our lovely Dean Massey. She is truly such an inspiring person and it was so insightful hearing all about her journey to becoming Dean and all her amazing accomplishments. She also recommended some lovely books, so make sure to check out The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday and Good Strategy/Bad Strategy by Richard Rumelt.
 

If you happened to miss the meeting, don't fret and click here to see the recording!
 

Our next meeting will beMonday, October 28th at 7pm in Flavin Auditorium (Isenberg 137). This is going to be a very exciting meeting as it's WIB-O-WEEN! Join us for a night of fun activities, games, and goodies hosted by our lovely Directors of Social Events, Ava, Hunter and Ryo! There will also be a Costume Contest so make sure to come dressed in your Halloween best! We have some excellent prizes you definitely don't want to miss. 

 

We will NOT be on Zoom this week, so make sure to come in person to experience this fun event!

Social Events: Our first social event of the semester: "Bracelets & Banter" will beTODAY Wednesday, October 23rd, at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Make sure to stop by to make bracelets and get to know other members in the club! 
 

Committee Meetings:

Marketing Committee: The next marcom meeting will be a Marketing Major Night on Wednesday, November 6th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Come to learn more about Marketing, what exciting classes you should take, and more! Sign up for the email list here.

Community Service Committee: The next comserv meeting will be with Protect our Breasts on Wednesday, October 30th at 7pm in Isenberg room N145. Sign up for the email list here.

Peer Mentorship: Thank you to everyone who came to the first meeting this past Sunday! We had so much fun seeing you all. The next meeting will be a Class Selection meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at 7pm in Isenberg room TBD. Make sure to let your mentor know if you can't make it!

Reminders:

Podcast: Be sure to check out our newest Out of Office w/ WiB episode: "S. 2 Ep. 3 - Building Success from Scratch: Marina Jube on Education, Entrepreneurship & Marketing." Marina is an entrepreneur of Marina Morgan Marketing, a marketing agency that does social media management, email marketing, graphic design and so much more for brands. You can listen to it on Spotify or Apple podcasts!
 

We can't wait to see you all next week!

As a reminder, all are welcome at our WiB meetings, regardless of your major- so make sure to bring your friends and anyone else interested in joining.

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. You can also add our calendar to your calendar at this link here to stay updated on all the events for the year!

UMass Opportunities

Research Survey: Help UMass students gather evidence for a class statistics survey! Your participation in this brief survey will greatly support their research project and only takes a couple minutes. You can fill the survey out here.

Smart Women Securities: Smart Woman Securities is thrilled to be hosting the fifth annual Beyond Your Degree Conference on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 from 1-6PM in the Isenberg Innovation Hub. The conference promises to be impactful and will offer students the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and Isenberg alumni and learn more about various career paths in finance. If interested, register here, any and all majors and years are welcome.

WOI Community Council: Help create the Women of Isenberg conference panels and workshops, gain access to their exclusive community networking events, and attend the conference! Apply by Friday, October 25th here.

Protect our Breasts Club: Protect our Breasts aims to share the conversation about chemicals in everyday products found on the grocery shelves that contribute to breast cancer; empowering women to make safer choices to protect their breasts during the most vulnerable periods of their lives. If you're looking to make better choices, you can stay informed on updates and future meetings by signing up for their email list here.
 

F.E.A.R

By: Rebecca Riggs

False Evidence Appearing Real. Everyone has had some overwhelming fear, recurring nightmare, or made up illusion come to life in the darkness of their closet in what was once their safe space. How does one get over their fears? Growing up, knowing monsters weren’t real but still feeling your stomach drop at the slightest creak of a door, thump on the porch, or flickering light, didn’t stop the uneasiness. Sitting in bed paying even closer attention to sounds than before is what made it even worse. Maybe we like the thrill of the unknown? Why do we convince ourselves there’s something there when there isn’t? 

In 6th grade I was terrified of the girl from The Ring, you know, the creepy one in the white dress with the black hair covering her face. I had never even seen the movie, she just started appearing in my dreams. A popular saying, “face your fears” is easier said than done. I didn’t believe that going at it full force would do anything. But, upon being forced in my ELA class to write a scary story to be published in a book in Rhode Island, I took that as my opportunity to see if I could get rid of this nasty dream. It worked! Completely went away somehow, crazy right?

Sometimes your fears aren’t as bad as you might think they are. People get so caught up in the idea that they’re afraid of something that it isn’t even one to be afraid of. Last year, I watched a documentary in my Statistics class on the effects of a placebo, a sugar pill that was given to individuals who had an overwhelming fear of something in particular that often affected how they lived their lives. A placebo is a treatment that appears to be a drug but doesn’t contain any active ingredients. This was given to them and they were told it was proven to help cure their fear. These individuals took the sugar pill (placebo) for an extended amount of time, and throughout the weeks would purposely encounter their fears in some way to test if it was working or not. It did, these people were less afraid on the placebo because of the ideology that the pill they were taking actually was curing their anxiety for this specific thing they were trying to overcome. Once told in the end that it was a fake, they found that they had been worrying about nothing all along. So maybe it is all in our heads.  

Now I’m not saying all fears are fake, unrealistic, and foolish but maybe reconsider if it is worth all the anxiety and stress. I’ll admit I’m terrified of worms and I don’t think I could ever get over that, but maybe some other things you may overcome like a fear of heights for example. 

As a member of Isenberg here at Umass, we are expected to develop the social skills that are crucial for networking, presenting, and just communicating along with everyone else. I know social anxiety can be a real issue. But is it as bad as you think? People aren’t judging you like you may believe, we are all just as nervous as everyone else. Recruiters know it is expected that students will be nervous, we want to perform the best we can, but stop. Take a deep breath, know everything is going to be alright. No monsters are going to get you, you’re worrying for nothing. Whatever happens, happens, you will succeed and just knowing you did your best should be enough. 

We all have different types of fears but we shouldn’t let it stop us from achieving our goals and striving for success. Just like those who got over their extreme fear of heights from a placebo, just like how I overcame my fear of that creepy girl just from writing a poem about it, you don’t have to let your fears consume you. Hey! We literally have Halloween to celebrate it because it’s not that bad really, it’s mostly in your head.