Vesta Professional Event
Come to Vesta’s professional event were company representatives will be discussing networking, interviewing, focusing on good questions to ask professionals, and what to look for in a company. This event will be held in Grainger (rm 1295). Refreshments will be provided, and dress code is business casual.
Chipotle Fundraiser
Come to Chipotle (658 State St, Madison, WI 53703) for dinner and bring your friends! If you buy chipotle from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on September 30th, WIFA will receive 25% of all sales. There are three ways to guarantee that each purchase counts. First, you can show the cashier a digital (or paper) flyer (see here). If ordering online, you can use wthe promo code ZN2V89A. You can also mention that you are supporting the WIFA fundraiser to the cashier when ordering.
Send a picture of the receipt for proof of your purchase to Ellyse Benesh on group me or her email ebenesh@wisc.edu to get a community outreach point.
Advocacy in the Workplace - DEI Event
This workshop will be facilitated by the Social Justice Hub, where we'll be focusing on discovering your own different identities, intersectionality, and discuss tips on how to have difficult conversations in a workplace setting. Join us for this educational event in Grainger (rm 1295) from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Dress code is student casual. Hope to see you there!
Intrinsic LLC
Join us at this virtual professional event featuring two representatives from Intrinsic LLC to discuss about the financial operations of the firm.
Ecolab Professional Event
On September 17th, come learn about Ecolab’s finance and accounting opportunities, and network with industry professionals. This event will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in Grainger Hall (rm 1295) and dress code is business casual attire. Hope to see you there!
WIFA Fall Kickoff 2024
Join us in Grainger Hall (rm 1100) from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm to learn how to get involved in WIFA and meet other members!
WSB Student Org Fair
Come visit us at the WSB Student Org Fair in Grainger Hall to learn more about Women in Finance and Accounting (WIFA) and how you can get involved!
End of Semester Bowling Social
Come celebrate the end of the semester by bowling and socializing! The event will include bowling as well as drinks and refreshments will be available. Required to be an active member to attend. This event will be at Union South and dress code is student casual. See you there.
Movie Social
Come have fun watching a movie and eating pizza with other WIFA members! This social will be held in Grainger (rm 1295) and dress code is student casual.
Merrill Lynch Professional Event
A Merrill Lynch professional will be on zoom and give info about the Merrill Lynch corporation as well as their roles in the company. There will also be panel Q&A session. This event will be held in Grainger (rm 1195). Dress code is business casual.
Allyship and Empowerment Workshop
Work with the Social Justice Hub to focus on allyship, inclusive language, and female empowerment in both in schools and workplaces. We will be exploring practical strategies and resources to foster diversity and inclusion, creating environments where everyone feels valued and respected. This event will be held in Grainger (rm 1295). Dress code is student casual.
Tagg's Fundraiser
Stop by MacTaggart's Market & Deli to get some snacks, a sandwich, and any other goodies to help support WIFA!! We get 2% of sales for the entire day so spread the word to friends and other members. Please make sure that need you say you are there for the WIFA fundraiser. This is SUPER important in order to have fundraisers there in the future! Send a picture or receipt of proof to ebenesh@wisc.edu to get a community outreach point. This is the address MacTaggart's Market & Deli (230 W Lakelawn Pl, Madison, WI 53703).
Spaulding Ridge Professional Event
Spaulding Ridge professionals will present an Internship Panel and discuss 2024 recruiting as well as provide tips for freshman and sophomores to prepare for the fall recruiting season. The event will be held in Grainger (rm 5120). Dress code is business casual.
LinkedIn Workshop
Alex Lawver is coming to give a presentation about how to create an ideal LinkedIn profile and use it effectively. She will also be able to help members with their LinkedIns and any questions they have. Please bring your resume (electronic or paper version) to help create your LinkedIn. This event will be held in Grainger (rm 1185). Dress code is student casual.
Finance Career Pathways Event
Brian Whitmore (UW-Madison Career Advisor) is coming in to discuss all of the career opportunities within the finance major.
Pre-Business Application Workshop
Helping pre-business students with their application/resume to the business school; exec board members will be helping out. This workshop will take place in Grainger (rm 2250)
Charm Bracelet Social
Come make charm bracelets and meet fellow WIFA members! The social will take place in Grainger (rm 3180)
Marathon Capital's Women in Finance Virtual Panel
Many female bankers from Marathon Capital will be on zoom with WIFA as well as different midwest school women in business organizations to participate in a Women in Finance Panel, Q&A, and information on internship opportunities.
Deloitte Professional Event
This workshop will focus on empowering Women and Allies with many professionals coming in from Deloitte. Event will be held in Grainger (rm 5120)
RSM Event
Come to develop your professional skills! Rotating breakout groups each with one of these different topics (ask a partner, interview and resume tips and tricks, and owning your future and career); Multiple professionals will be in attendance.
Chipotle Fundraiser
Have a night out at Chipotle’s with your friends! Of all sales made from 4-8pm WIFA gets (33% of all sales)!! There are three ways to guarantee our purchase count which includes: showing the cashier a digital (or paper) flyer, ordering online with the promo code XYC3Y9M, or by mentioning the fundraiser for WIFA to the cashier. Send picture or receipt proof to ebenesh@wisc.edu to get a community outreach point. Link to the flyer: 2/26 Chipotle Flyer.
KPMG Corporate Event
Come learn about opportunities at KMPG and learn from industry professionals!
2024 WIFA Chicago Trip
Active WIFA members have the opportunity to take a trip down to Chicago to network with industry professionals and get a feel for the world of finance and accounting.
Cookie Decorating Social
Come socialize with fellow WIFA members and get to know each other while decorating cookies!
Kickoff Meeting
First WIFA meeting of the semester! Come to learn about how to get involved and become an active WIFA member. We will be meeting in Grainger Hall (rm 1295)
WSB Org Fair
Come meet the WIFA Exec Board and learn about the amazing events that WIFA puts on at the WSB Org Fair!
Canvas Painting Social
Come and connect with fellow WIFA members while having a relaxing paint night! Canvases, paint and brushes will be provided!
Northwestern Mutual Event
Leah Westfall & Amie Hahn will be on Zoom to talk with members about Northwestern Mutual Public Investments and its opportunities, while members will be in Grainger 1295.
Acknowledging Indigenous Land & History
Learn about the land and history of Indigenous people here in Madison and why the UW-Madison Land Acknowledgement is so important. This workshop is part of the Inclusive Leadership Badge.