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campusCATALYST supplements this in-class experience by providing in-class panel discussions with nonprofit and corporate leaders.

In-class panels are usually about a 1 hour commitment and take place at the University of Chicago or Northwestern University campus (Hyde Park and Evanston respectively) on a weekday evening. Panelists would be speaking in front of the Community Analysts, which are undergraduate students. Below are the topics of our in-class panels. If you are interested in serving as a speaker please contact Ken Jones and briefly talk about how your background and experience can lend itself well to this topic.

Measuring Performance, Effectiveness and Impact

What is evaluation and what are the different ways it can be accomplished? Is there a downside to focusing heavily on metrics and impact measurement? What is the difference between high impact and high performance organizations?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 101
Tuesday, April 27
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Lucy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

Leadership and Governance in the Social Sector

What are the duties and responsibilities of a board of directors? Are they different for nonprofits than for for-profit corporations? What qualities and capabilities are most important for the leader of a nonprofit organization? What are the common pitfalls of nonprofit board performance?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 101
Tuesday, May 4
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Lucy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

We are looking for a panel of 2-3 nonprofit leaders to talk about their experiences working with boards. Preferably we would like panelists that have either seen a board evolve (from start-up to established), had lengthy experience working with boards in a senior level nonprofit role, or someone that has a new age opinion on the role of the boards.

Philanthropy, Old & New

What are the major sources of philanthropic support for US nonprofits? What is “venture philanthropy” and how does it differ from traditional forms of giving? Are certain kinds of contributions more or less valuable to their recipients? How much revenue diversification is enough? Should nonprofits engage in commercial ventures to diversify revenue?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 101
Tuesday, May 11
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Lucy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

New Models for Social Change

What is “social entrepreneurship?” Social enterprise? What are “hybrid organizations?” How do these models differ from ordinary nonprofits? Are there ways in which public policy, private investment practice, and/or philanthropy should change in order to help new types of social enterprises and “for-benefit” businesses succeed?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 101
Tuesday, May 25
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Lucy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

Are you a social entrepreneur? Does your organization blend the line between public and private? Do you think your organization is changing the word in a “new” way? We would love to have you on our panel to talk about your organization. Be prepared to talk in depth about the rationale for starting your organization and your overall view of the social venture/entrepreneurship/enterprise movement!

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ATTENTION STUDENTS! Develop the skills to become a successful global business leader.

The Nestlé USA Leadership Symposium for Diverse Leaders of Tomorrow is a three-day intensive program designed for undergraduate minority students interested in a career in business who hold a leadership position in an on or off-campus diverse student organization. Applicants must demonstrate strong leadership skills and even greater leadership potential.

The 2010 Symposium will be held April 21 – 25, 2010 at the Nestlé USA Headquarters in Glendale, California.
Thirty students will be selected for this opportunity to meet with senior corporate executes, gaining invaluable insight on leadership, while networking with other future executives from across the nation. Nestlé USA will arrange all meals and pay for related travel and accommodations.

APPLY NOW!

Visit http://www.nestleusa.com/PubCareers/Diversity.aspx to download the application and find out more about the program and criteria.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 5, 2010

Questions? Email CampusRecruiting@us.nestle.com

Please contact Ken Jones to RSVP

Northwestern University Guest Judging Dates

Northwestern University
University Hall 102
6pm-9pm

Tuesday, January 26th, 2010
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

University of Chicago Guest Judging Dates

University of Chicago
Cobb Hall 102
5:30pm-8:30pm

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

campusCATALYST supplements this in-class experience by providing in-class panel discussions with nonprofit and corporate leaders.

In-class panels are usually about a 1 hour commitment and take place at the University of Chicago or Northwestern University campus (Hyde Park and Evanston respectively) on a weekday evening. Panelists would be speaking in front of the Community Analysts, which are undergraduate students. Below are the topics of our in-class panels. If you are interested in serving as a speaker please contact Ken Jones and briefly talk about how your background and experience can lend itself well to this topic.

No Money, No Mission: Nonprofit Finance and Business Strategy

How does a nonprofit organization balance mission and strategy? How is managing money and finance different for nonprofit organizations?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 102
Tuesday, January 19th 2010
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Locy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

We are looking for a panel of 2-3 nonprofit leaders to talk about their experiences of managing money and mission. Preferably we would like to have panelists that have had relationships with nonprofits that have failed because of money/mission conflicts.

Measuring Performance, Effectiveness and Impact

What is evaluation and what are the different ways it can be accomplished?  Is there a downside to focusing heavily on metrics and impact measurement? What is the difference between high impact and high performance organizations?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 102
Tuesday, February 2nd 2010
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Locy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

Leadership and Governance in the Social Sector

What are the duties and responsibilities of a board of directors? Are they different for nonprofits than for for-profit corporations? What qualities and capabilities are most important for the leader of a nonprofit organization? What are the common pitfalls of nonprofit board performance?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 102
Tuesday, February 9th 2010
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Locy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

We are looking for a panel of 2-3 nonprofit leaders to talk about their experiences working with boards. Preferably we would like panelists that have either seen a board evolve (from start-up to established), had lengthy experience working with boards in a senior level nonprofit role, or someone that has a new age opinion on the role of the boards.

Philanthropy, Old & New

What are the major sources of philanthropic support for US nonprofits?  What is “venture philanthropy” and how does it differ from traditional forms of giving? Are certain kinds of contributions more or less valuable to their recipients? How much revenue diversification is enough? Should nonprofits engage in commercial ventures to diversify revenue?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 102
Tuesday, February 16th 2010
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Locy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

New Models for Social Change

What is “social entrepreneurship?” Social enterprise? What are “hybrid organizations?” How do these models differ from ordinary nonprofits? Are there ways in which public policy, private investment practice, and/or philanthropy should change in order to help new types of social enterprises and “for-benefit” businesses succeed?

Northwestern University
1897 Sheridan Road
University Hall 102
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2009
6pm-7pm
*Parking Available in the Locy Lot, 1850 Campus Drive

Are you a social entrepreneur? Does your organization blend the line between public and private? Do you think your organization is changing the word in a “new” way? We would love to have you on our panel to talk about your organization. Be prepared to talk in depth about the rationale for starting your organization and your overall view of the social venture/entrepreneurship/enterprise movement!

Check out the interview!

Tuesday, January 12

12-4pm 

Norris University Center, Louis Room

Over 60 non-profit, governmental and education organizations will be represented – including the Illinois EPA, State Department, Teach for America and others!! Network with representatives and land a summer internship!

Dress: Business Casual. Bring: Many, many copies of your resume!

Co-Sponsored by NCDC and University Career Services