Schedule creation and best practices for department schedulers. Also recommended refresher for review. 

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

It can be easy to think of being a “working student” solely in terms of the challenges of balancing so many competing demands as a student, employee, and all the other roles many MSU Denver students hold. However, skills gained in the workplace –whether on-campus work or off-campus—can actually promote student success in the classroom. Similarly, the skills that help students succeed as students can also make them better employees. In this workshop, students will gain an appreciation for how being a working student can be beneficial, enrich their resume, provide professional and personal development, and otherwise be an asset both in the classroom and workplace!

Teams link: teams.microsoft.com…

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

Visit us to use this drop-in service to provide students the opportunity to work on anything career-related! Come learn about all of MSU Denver’s career resources, utilize our independent work-station, or connect 1:1 with a career advisor.

This panel will dive into the business backbone of the hospitality industry, exploring how business principles drive success across sectors such as travel, lodging, food service, and events. Panelists will discuss key topics including finance and revenue management, entrepreneurship and innovation, strategic leadership, marketing and brand strategy, and operations and risk management. The conversation will highlight how business acumen fuels growth, innovation, and long-term impact in an ever-evolving global industry.

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

Visit us to use this drop-in service to provide students the opportunity to work on anything career-related! Come learn about all of MSU Denver’s career resources, utilize our independent work-station, or connect 1:1 with a career advisor.

Join us for "CEL 101: What Does the Name Change Mean for Faculty?" a comprehensive workshop designed to navigate the transition from Service Learning (SL) to Community Engaged Learning (CEL). This session will help faculty understand what CEL is, how it differs from SL, and the implications of this transition for courses and teaching. Key takeaways include understanding the updated Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs), how CEL fits into existing courses, and strategies for updating syllabi and Curriculog forms for CEL designation. Faculty will have the opportunity to review case studies of CEL courses, discuss alignment with the new model, and start making live edits to their course materials with support from the CEL team. Interactive Components: Faculty will review a short case study of a CEL course to understand its alignment with new models. Hands-on session for faculty to update their syllabi and Curriculog forms, with live support from the CEL team. Key Takeaways: Understanding the shift from SL to CEL and its impact on academic practices. Practical guidance on updating courses for CEL designation, including revising syllabi to reflect new SLOs and aligning projects with course objectives. Addressing common challenges and documenting reciprocal partnerships effectively. Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to ensure we accommodate all dietary needs and prepare effectively for the workshop. This event is ideal for faculty looking to enhance their course offerings and align with new academic standards. RSVP and Special Instructions: RSVP Required: Yes RSVP Contact: Nora Bashir, nobashir@msudenver.edu Please confirm your attendance by RSVPing to the provided contact email. Include any dietary restrictions and submit any specific questions or topics you would like addressed during the workshop to make it as relevant and useful for your teaching practice as possible.

2025 Pitch & Poster Competition        Student Entrepreneurs win cash prizes for pitching their business ideas!        To participate in the competition, submit your 5-minute business pitch video by April 7th to Adam Melnick at amelnic2@msudenver.edu. Finalists and those invited to present posters will be announced shortly thereafter.        Finalists and poster-presenters will work with a pitch coach to prepare their live pitch and/or poster.        Finalists present in-person to judges at an evening event, with food, on campus Wednesday, April 30th at 5pm. At that same time, we will have a poster reception where guests can learn about your businesses.        First prize $2000, Second prize $1500, Third prize(s) $500, Best Poster Award $500. Top three awardees also receive coaching from Aaron LePedis: the Garage Sale Millionaire!        If you have any questions and to submit your business pitch video, contact Adam Melnick at amelnic2@msudenver.edu        5-minute Business Pitch        How to make a 5-minute business pitch video        • Have your powerpoint or canva.com presentation ready with the suggested slides. You can use any platform to create your presentation.    • Get on zoom.com and record the session to your computer    • Begin by introducing yourself and then, share your screen to present your business    • You have only 5 minutes, so do it over and over until you get it right    • The good thing about Zoom is that you can easily practice and watch to see how you do. Submit the best MP4 to amelnic2@msudenver.edu. Make sure that the file name has your name in it so that we can organize the files easily    • If your file is too big to send, let me know and I will figure something out.        What goes into a Business Pitch? 10 Slides that should be in your pitch deck        Title Slide: Project/Team name and team member names, image of what you are selling        Slide 1: Vision or Value Propositions | What is your product or service?    Describe your business in 140 characters or less in a way your parents would understand.        Slide 2: The Problem    • What is the specific problem that your project is going to solve?    • What is the Customer/User pain?    • Who is affected by the problem? Be specific!        Slide 3: The Market Opportunity | Who is your Market?    • Briefly discuss who you are selling the product or service to. What industry is it? Show your market opportunity (number of people affected by this problem) and analysis on this slide.    • Include research, numbers, estimates, databases, articles, surveys, and other data regarding the opportunity associated with your project. Utilize graphs/charts to showcase the data.    • Demonstrate data on real-life people/customers that you have talked to who could benefit from your solution.        Slide 4: The Solution    • Clearly describe your proposed solution    • How does your specific solution solve the problem you stated in slide 1?    • What value does your solution provide? How is it new, innovative or unique?    • If possible, use pictures and stories when you describe your solution.        Slide 5: What is your revenue model?    How do you expect to make money?        Slide 6: Current Status | Traction (Optional: if you have any)    Accomplishments to date    If you have primary market research or already have sales or early adopters using your product, talk about that here.    Talk about your milestones. What major goals have you achieved so far and what are the major next steps you plan on taking?        Slide 7: Competition (who else is doing this that you can learn from)    What is your competitive advantage? You need to effectively communicate how your company is different—a better distribution channel? Key partners? Proprietary technology?        Slide 8: Management Team    Who is behind your company? How are you uniquely capable of doing this?    Tell them a little about you and your team's background and achievements.        Slide 9: The Ask from the Audience    What support do you need (feedback, advice, connections, input, mentorship, work with classes to further develop plan)?    How will you use the money to further your project?        Slide 10: Thank you/Questions slide        Recommendations:        Keep your pitch simple    Use less words    Include images whenever possible    Tell a story    Keep it short    Tell us what you need    Practice, practice, practice    The 5-minute time limit is real        Poster Presentation        For those who make the final round, you are required to create a poster of your business presentation. Additional applicants will be invited to present posters. The reason for this is so that after the final pitch competition and while the judges are deliberating, people can learn about your business and ask questions.        What goes onto the Pitch Poster?        • All posters should be 24” wide by 36” high (Portrait) in color    • Mount this poster on a foam-core backing so that it sits securely in an easel    • Visually attractive with images, charts, & graphs    • Logo and branding    • Images of what you are selling    • The products and services to be offered    • Your target customers (and how many are there)    • What is unique about your business?    • How you promote?    • Why is now the opportune time for your business?    • Competitors    • Trends    • Business model—How do you make money?    • Break-even    • Pricing points, price range    • Key milestones    • Your location    • Introduce team and what you bring to the table    • The ask (support, advice, mentorship, money?)  

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

ASO Meetings are for students to network with peers, faculty, and accounting departments, firms, and organizations in the community. There is always dinner and great topics. Anyone is welcome!

All of us are guilty of becoming "highlighter happy" (highlighting everything) at least once in our lives! Most people have a preferred way to learn, and just highlighting course readings may not be the best way to optimize learning, especially when getting ready for an exam. This workshop will focus on the actual process of understanding patterns and connections among materials, and how to approach exams with confidence! There will be an emphasis on creating graphic organizers and using stress reduction techniques to focus the mind during exams.

Teams link: teams.microsoft.com…

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.

Join on Teams (click link to join at meeting time) for our virtual series, Unlocking Success, designed for online learners at MSU Denver–but all are welcome! Throughout this series, we will explore topics to help you be a more knowledgeable and confident student.  No matter where you are in your academic career, these workshops are tailored to support your growth, enhance your study skills, and equip you with invaluable tools for personal and academic success.  No sign-up required! Join on Teams!

Join us on May 7th for a focused workshop designed to enhance faculty engagement in community partnerships. This session, "Building Meaningful & Reciprocal Community Partnerships," explores how to develop and sustain partnerships that align with Community Engaged Learning (CEL) principles. We are excited to have MSU Denver's community engagement professionals join us to share university-level best practices and success stories. Key Takeaways: Learn the core elements of truly reciprocal partnerships. Understand faculty roles in co-creating enriching community-based experiences. Discover strategies for maintaining effective and long-lasting community relationships. Consider ethical aspects of community engagement. Interactive Component: Participants will engage in mapping potential community partners and drafting plans for initiating and nurturing these relationships. This session is designed to be interactive, providing tools and insights for effective community collaboration. Special Notes: Refreshments and a light lunch will be provided. We encourage attendees to come prepared to engage actively, exchange ideas, and contribute to the discussion. RSVP and Questions Submission: Please RSVP to Nora Bashir at nobashir@msudenver.edu to confirm your attendance. Include any dietary restrictions and submit any questions you hope to have addressed during the workshop. This will help us tailor the session to better meet your needs and interests.

Welcome to the Office of the Controller Training for MSU employees on Year-End for FY25; the training will cover what you can expect & prepare for regarding the requirements & timelines from our Office as we work on closing out the fiscal year.