Axinn Center 229

Chris Bernene ’90 and Kevin Benscheidt ’17 of Oliver Wyman will discuss an emerging interview method, “Presentation case” interview as part of the consulting recruiting process. It involves getting some information, having ~30 minutes to review it and think about it, and then ~30 minutes to lead a discussion with a couple of consultants about it. Interview candidates have to be efficient in analysis, clear in thinking, and be able to discern the key points for discussion.

Consultants are problem solvers, innovators, teachers, lawyers, advisors, designers, artists.  Consultants practice these talents and skills in a wide array of disciplines and consulting sectors, including: strategy, economic, public sector, healthcare, non-profit, brand consulting and the list goes on.

Ron Cappello P’21 of Infinia Group will focus on an example case study to give you a better understanding of the nature of brand consulting, types of clients, their service needs, and whether it may be appropriate for you.  Bring your questions.

Matt Floyd ’17 and Hannah Ouyachi ’18 of Deloitte will focus on what case interviews are about, why they are important to certain consulting firms in their selection process, and how to prepare for them. This is an important session to attend if you are interested in pursuing consulting opportunities with strategy, management, and select other consultancies. It will also be a precursor for the Summer Case Buddy Program.

Robert Trent Vinson is Frances L. and Edwin L. Cummings Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies at the College of William and Mary. He will be speaking on the century-long transnational linkages between African Americans and black South Africans – in entertainment, sports, religion, and politics – as they collectively worked to dismantle the global color line and ultimately helped end the white supremacist apartheid system.

Unpacking What’s Happening: Challenging Toxic Call-Out Culture
Part of the Inclusive Practitioners Program, this 60-minute workshop will explore the dynamics of call-out (or cancel) culture, how to help students critically reflect on those dynamics and their impact, and how to help students reframe their engagement with others in ways that promote learning and growth while centering social justice. Contact Renee Wells at rwells@middlebury.edu to register.

Philip Beekman, Diplomat in Residence for New England, will talk about opportunities for internships, exchange programs, fellowships and careers with the U.S. Department of State.

During this session, Phil will focus on domestic and foreign opportunities with the State Department and will highlight the Consular Fellows program, civil service career opportunities, the Pickering and Rangel Fellowship Programs, the Critical Language Scholarship, and the Foreign Service Officer selection process.

Turning Tension into Learning Opportunities: Responding to Offensive Comments
Part of the Inclusive Practitioners Program, this 90-minute workshop will explore strategies for engaging effectively when students make comments that are perceived as offensive with a focus on helping students develop the capacity for critical self-reflection and perspective taking. Contact Renee Wells at rwells@middlebury.edu to register.

We are looking for new members to join Middlebury’s oldest gender inclusive a cappella group! We will be holding vocal auditions for anyone interested in joining our group; all abilities are welcomed and encouraged! Please come prepared with a verse and chorus of a song.

Presented by Alex Newhouse the Digital Research Lead at the Center on Terrorism, Extremism, and Counterterrorism at MIIS and Kris McGuffie the Deputy Director of the Center on Terrorism, Extremism, and Counterterrorism (CTEC).