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Unlocking Potential - Business Round Table 
Friday, February 20, 2009. 11:30 AM– 2 PM.
This round table explores the benefits of hiring talented young professionals with disabilities and workplace inclusion strategies. Wright State University is nationally known for educating students with disabilities.  Each year the University graduates over 75 students with disabilities in areas including business, computer science, engineering, social work, rehabilitation and other professions. In an effort t0 leverage this untapped potential and retain talent in the Dayton area, Wright State University’s Office of Disability Services and the Raj Soin College of Business have are partnering with WrightChoice Intern Program to educate businesses and link students to internship opportunities in the Dayton region. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP to Jackie Wickerham at (937) 775-4859   jackie.wickerham@wright.edu. The complimentary session will be held at the Raj Soin College of Business 3540 Colonel Glenn Highway, 45435. www.wright.edu/business

Insight into China Business Tour and Seminar Series
March 21-29, 2009.
Open to Business leaders, Alumni and Students.Experience China as few Foreigners rarely do.

The Raj Soin College of Business and the Center for Global Business Education and Research are pleased to announce the “Insight into China Business Tour and Seminar Series” – business and educational trip to China.  The program provides participants with both theoretical and practical knowledge of business and culture in China.  The nine-day intensive seminar focuses on enhancing business skills and attaining cultural capital that can be leveraged in today's global economy.  Participants experience Chinese business operations that few foreigners ever do.  This opportunity is open to business professionals, alumni and students who can earn four undergraduate or graduate elective credits.  Spring Break, March 21 – 29, 2009. 
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Alumni Association Bourbon Tour -
April 24 & 25, 2009
Mark your Calendars! We are taking a Friday /Saturday trip to the beautiful state of Kentucky for a two day trip into the heart Bourbon country.  Price is TBD, but will include bus trip to and from WSU, overnight stay at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Frankfort, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, and admission fees to the distilleries.   We will be leaving early on Friday, April 24th, and arriving in Frankfort. There will be two tours on Friday and two on Saturday, returning  to WSU early in the evening of April 25th.   Details forthcoming on the Alumni Association website. http://www.wright.edu/alumni/news/

 ALUMNI ZONE New this Season at the Raiders Games 
Come to the new Alumni Zone (party deck 6 on the concourse) above sections 215-216 before each home game through halftime. This will replace the overcrowded Alumni Suite 218 gatherings at basketball games during previous seasons. Snacks are free and beverages will be available to Alumni Association members at a great discount. You must show your Alumni Association membership card to enter!!! . Memberships will be available for purchase at each game.

To RSVP and prepay for any or all of these events, e-mail  Mary Johnson in the Office of Alumni Relations by February 2nd, 2009. You may contact her by phone at (937) 775-3659

Watch the Alumni Association Calendar of Events for future details.
http://www.wright.edu/alumni/