From: Stuart School of Business
Date: March 1
Subject: What's Next: Week of March 1



Dear First_Name Last_Name,
Here are this week’s important updates, deadlines, and announcements from the Stuart School of Business.

Announcements

Friday Research Presentations

Join the Friday Research Presentations series at the Conviser Law Center, Room 470. These sessions showcase ongoing research by faculty, graduate students, and alumni of Illinois Tech’s Stuart School of Business, along with guest presentations by Illinois Tech colleagues, business professionals, and faculty from other leading business schools. All Illinois Tech members are welcome.
 
Upcoming:
📅Date: March 6
🕒Time: 10–10:45 AM
📊Presentation: Encouraging Experimentation: Persuading Individuals to Experiment Through Information
👩‍🏫Presenters: Assistant Professor of Business Analytics and Strategy Stanton Hudja

Volunteer at the 2026 Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum

The 2026 Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum (FRC) is inviting undergraduate and graduate students to join as student volunteers! 

FRC brings together senior leaders from fintech, banking, compliance, fraud, and regulatory strategy for candid, executive-level conversations about AI regulation, enterprise risk, AML innovation, and the future of financial oversight. If you’re curious about fintech, risk, regulation, or financial strategy, this is your chance to see how real decisions get made.

Event Details
Date
: May 18–20
Location: The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago - Oak Brook
1909 Spring Road, Oak Brook, Illinois, 60523 View on Google Map
Schedule

  • May 18: Opening Reception 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Optional — come enjoy with no tasks)
  • May 19: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • May 20: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • (Lunch and refreshments provided)
How to Apply
Complete the Volunteer Agreement and select Fintech Risk & Compliance Forum: FRC 2026 Volunteer Application

Get Early Access to Talon, an AI Powered Job Connector

Looking for new ways to connect with employers? Project Talon is an AI powered job connector built for Illinois Tech students. Developed at the Kaplan Institute and backed by Illinois Tech trustee Dan Ephraim, Talon is designed to match your skills and interests with employers actively seeking students like you.

Students can now sign up for early access by completing a quick two-minute form.

Learn more about Talon

Commencement 2026: Stuart Student Guide

Check out the Countdown to Your Cap and Gown page for next steps, deadlines, and updates.

View the Countdown to Your Cap and Gown page here.

Illinois Tech University Calendar
Check out the Illinois Tech University Calendar for all upcoming campus events.
 
Paul V. Galvin Library
Visit the Galvin Library Events Page for upcoming events.
 
Stuart School of Business 312 Page
Find upcoming Stuart events on the SSB 312 Page.
 
Career Management Center (CMC) Events
See upcoming career-focused events on the CMC Events Page.

Academic Advising

Term B (Second 8 Week Courses) Will Start Soon

Term B courses begin the week of March 9, 2026. The last day to add or drop an 8-week course that runs from March to May with no tuition charges is Sunday, March 15.

Please make any changes to your Term B schedule by Sunday, March 15 at 11:59 pm CT.

Meeting with an Advisor

Undergraduate Academic Advising: Master’s Academic Advising:
  • Walk-in Advising Hours: At the downtown campus, students can meet with an Academic Advisor during the times listed below. When you arrive, please "check in" at the reception desk by Room 401C. Students will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointments are taken or required. 
    • Week of March 1:
      • Tuesday, March 3, from 4-6 pm (Justine, Yesenia, and Yumiko)
      • Thursday, March 5, from 4-6 pm (Justine, Yumiko)
PhD Academic Advising:

Career Management Center

Stuart CMC at MTCC

Join Stuart’s Career Management Center every Monday and Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30 pm in MTCC 706 for drop-in career advising. Stop by with questions about resumes, job or internship searching, Handshake, or next steps in your career planning. RSVP here.

Student Appointments via Handshake

Students can now book career advising appointments directly through Handshake. Whether you're exploring career paths, preparing for interviews, or seeking internship support, we're here to help!

Make the most of Handshake by completing your profile:

  • Upload your resume and documents
  • Add your experiences and interests
  • 📢Important: Select the Stuart School of Business as your college to ensure the Career Management Center (CMC) can review and approve your documents.

Internship and Job Opportunities for Stuart School and Alumni

Looking for internships or full-time roles? Explore curated resources to boost your job search: Job Search Links and Tools

Continue the search on Handshake, CareerShift, and Interstride!

Events at Stuart and Across Chicago

The Stuart Experience
Frequently Asked Questions

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