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World Languages Internship Poster Session — Dec. 1

Students are invited to an informal World Languages Internship (WL4385) poster session on:

  •  Monday, December 1
  • 5:30–6:30 PM
  • Hughes-Trigg Student Center, Room 220BC
  • Refreshments provided

WL4385 offers for-credit internships for students studying Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, or Arabic with partners including:

  • U.S. Department of Labor
  • Mission Foods Texas–Mexico Center
  • European & Italian-American Chambers of Commerce
  • Lingro Learning
  • World Bank
  • Alliance Française de Dallas
  • EATALY-Dallas
  • Refugee Services of North Texas

…and many more.

Students, faculty, staff, and community partners are welcome to meet current interns, explore opportunities, and learn how the program works.

📝 RSVP: https://cglink.me/2vb/r390763

🚗 Visitor Parking: https://www.smu.edu/businessfinance/campusservices/parkingandidcardservices/parkingservices/event-and-guest-parking

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Campus Events Grad School

Graduate Opportunities – GW Elliott School of International Affairs

Interested in pursuing graduate studies in international affairs, economics, or global policy?

The George Washington University Elliott School of International Affairs will be hosting Coffee Chat meetings in Dallas for students to learn more about their top-ranked master’s programs.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Location: Westside Coffee, Dallas

Students can sign up for a one-on-one chat with Nicole Campbell, Executive Director of Graduate Admissions, to discuss:

  • Master’s programs including International Affairs, Global Communication, International Economic Policy, and more

  • Admissions and funding opportunities

  • Career paths and alumni outcomes

👉 Sign Up for a Coffee Chat

For more information about the Elliott School’s graduate programs, visit Elliott School of International Affairs.

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Campus Events Career Events

AT&T Data Science Lunch & Learn

Students interested in data science and real-world applications won’t want to miss this event!

  • Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
  • Time: 12:00 PM
  • Location: HTSC Chamber
  • Lunch provided

Connect with professionals from AT&T, learn about data science career pathways, and explore how data drives innovation in industry.

Register here: SMU Connect Link

Note: Students must be a U.S. citizen to be eligible to apply.

Hosted by the First-Generation Initiative. For questions, contact Aja Lucky at alucky@smu.edu.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Networking Reception

Join the SMU community for an evening of connection and celebration!

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025

⏰ Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

📍 Location: EY Gallery, Fincher Building (Cox School of Business)

This event honors SCIE’s 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month theme, “Cannot Exist Without”, emphasizing that community thrives through connection. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, and employer partners are invited to celebrate the Latinx/Hispanic community while building meaningful professional and personal networks.

Highlights:

  • Networking with students, alumni, and professionals
  • Food and refreshments
  • PopCam professional headshot station
  • Remarks from Hispanic-based student organizations

Registration:

🎓 Students – Register on 12twenty

🏢 Employers/Staff/Alumni – Register on Qualtrics

For questions, contact Social Change and Intercultural Engagement (SCIE) at scie@smu.edu or visit their office in Hughes-Trigg Student Center, Suite 218.

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Economics Alumni Insights Panel

Join us for the Economics Alumni Panel, part of the Dedman Extra Credit series!

  • When: Wednesday, October 1, 4–5 PM
  • Where: Hughes-Trigg Student Center Auditorium (HTSC) | In-person & Virtual

Hear from four accomplished economics alumni as they share insights on their career paths, lessons learned, and advice for current students exploring careers in economics and related fields.

This is a great chance to learn from alumni who have successfully navigated the transition from SMU to industry.

📍 Don’t miss it—mark your calendars!

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Campus Events Law/philanthropy

Pre-Law Events for Economics Students

Are you thinking about law school after SMU? The SMU Pre-Law Advising Office is hosting a series of events this semester designed to help you explore the path to law school, connect with admissions representatives, and build professional skills.

September Pre-Law Events

  • Pre-Law 101 — Sept 10 & 11, 5–6 PM, Hyer 100
  • Law School Info Sessions:
    • UT Law — Sept 4, 12:30–1:30 PM, Hyer 100
    • Harvard Law — Sept 15, 5–6 PM, Caruth 147
    • University of Miami Law (Zoom) — Sept 25, 5–5:30 PM
  • Application Workshop (Juniors required) — Sept 18, 5–6 PM, Hyer 100
  • Mentor Development Workshop — Sept 29, 5–6 PM, Caruth 147
  • Lunch with a Lawyer — Sept 26, 12–1 PM, Blanton 408 (limit 15)

October Pre-Law Events

  • Law School Info Sessions:
    • UNT Law — Oct 9, 5–6 PM, Dedman Life Science 110
    • SMU Mock Admissions Panel — Oct 13, 5–6 PM, Underwood Hillcrest Room
    • Texas A&M Law — Oct 22, 5–6 PM, Hyer 100
    • Baylor Law — Oct 28, 5:30–6:30 PM, Caruth 147
    • Richmond Law — Oct 29, 5–6 PM, Hyer 100
  • Lunch with a Lawyer — Oct 23, 12:30–1:30 PM, Blanton 408 (limit 15)
  • Workshops:
    • Junior Application — Oct 6, 5–6 PM, Caruth 147
    • Resume Development — Oct 16, 5–6 PM, Hyer 100
  • First Gen Pre-Law Social — Oct 7, 4:30–5:30 PM, Blanton 108

👉 Students can register for all events through SMU360.

These sessions are a great way to learn about the law school admissions process, meet recruiters, and build valuable professional connections.

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Join Delta Sigma Pi – Recruitment This Fall!

Delta Sigma Pi (DSP), one of the largest business organizations on campus, is opening recruitment for Cox students and Economics majors this fall. DSP offers:

  • Professional development workshops & resume reviews
  • Guest speakers from top firms (past speakers include Mark Cuban, Michael Levy, and Clark Hunt)
  • A strong alumni network across the country
  • Fun social events (date dashes, formals, pro sports games, philanthropy events)

📅 Required Info Sessions

  • Thursday, September 4 at 5:00 PM – DBMQ0154
  • Tuesday, September 9 at 4:30 PM – DBMQ1325
  • Wednesday, September 10 at 5:00 PM – DBMQ0156

DSP will also be at Night at the Club next Thursday—stop by to meet the chapter!

📧 Questions? Contact John Cahalan (President) at jcahalan@smu.edu or mswain@smu.edu (Head of Recruitment).

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Campus Events Research & Academia

SMU Hackathon — Hosted with AWS, AT&T, and Deloitte

Get ready for one of the biggest hackathons on campus! Join us for a weekend of innovation, networking, and fun.

🗓 Dates: Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21, 2025

💰 Prizes: $16,000 in prize money + giveaways

🤝 Networking: Meet senior leaders from AWS, AT&T, and Deloitte

🎯 Why Participate:

  • Sharpen your problem-solving skills
  • Build friendships and collaborate with other students
  • Gain exposure to top industry leaders
  • Compete for cash and prizes

Students can sign up as teams or individuals (we’ll help match you with a team).

👉 Register here: Hackathon Registration Link

Let’s show what Mustangs can do—students from Economics and across campus are encouraged to participate (and win it all!).Hackathon Flyer

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Campus Events Career Events

Student Networking Event — AT&T Stadium

The Dallas Cowboys are hosting a special student networking event designed to connect students with professionals from across the sports industry. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the business side of sports and make valuable career connections!

  • Date: November 19, 2025
  • Location: AT&T Stadium
  • Event Highlights:
    • Panel discussion with professionals from the Cowboys, Mavericks, Stars, and Rangers
    • Networking hour with industry experts
    • Exclusive behind-the-scenes stadium tour (locker rooms, field access, and more)
  • Cost: $60 per student
  • Registration: Contact Luke Splaine directly to reserve your spot.

💡 Last year, several SMU students landed internships through this event, and some even secured full-time positions!

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Careers in Government Agencies Week – Join Us for Exciting Events!

Careers in Government Agencies Week is here, and we’re excited to welcome representatives from various government agencies, including the CIA! This is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore careers in national security and public service.

Key Events:

  • CIA Classroom Visits: Tuesday, November 12
    • Available time slots: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    • If you’d like the CIA recruiter to visit your class, please contact Dedman Dean to arrange the time and location.
  • Ambassador Jordan’s Panel: Wednesday, November 13
    • Hegi Board leadership will be in attendance.
  • National Security Symposium: Thursday, November 14, 2024

Students are encouraged to attend, and faculty may consider offering extra credit or other incentives. For more details on the event lineup, refer to the attached PDF or contact Lauren Kelly at laurenkelly@smu.edu or 214-768-4546.

Don’t miss this chance to learn about careers in government and network with professionals in the field!