Smith Business Magazine Online
Check out the spring issue of Smith Business magazine online, including these articles:
· Can regulation fix the finance industry? Former banker Bill Longbrake, PhD ’76, says “Maybe.” Former regulator Terry Iannaconi, MBA ’78, says “Maybe not.”
· The potential pitfalls of attack advertising: when the gloves come off, the stakes get higher.
· When silence isn’t golden: a work environment that is perceived as fair can help reduce employee silence about critical work issues.
· A talented undergrad has to do some fancy footwork to manage his workload as a full-time student and professional dancer.
· And much more!

ThoughtLeadership@Smith - Lead With Purpose
Friday, April 24, 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Robert H. Smith School of Business - Washington DC Campus
Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC 20004
Fees: $10 students, $15 alumni/faculty/staff, $25 friends

Organizations and their leaders need to consider how social, economic, environmental and ethical factors directly affect business strategy. Be prepared to take on roles of responsibility that advance a higher cause with a talk from Gerald Suarez, associate dean of external strategy and Ralph J. Tyser Teaching Fellow, who served with distinction for more than 11 years at the White House under two administrations. RSVP online by Wednesday, April 22.

Strategies for Success in China & India -
Executive Development Seminar
Friday, April 24, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Robert H. Smith School of Business - Washington DC Campus
Ronald Reagan Bldg & International Trade Ctr - Concourse  Level
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004
Fees: $795 alumni, $895 full/general

This seminar offers an all-day intimate engagement with Anil Gupta, Ralph J. Tyser Professor of Strategy and Organization, whose recent books include Getting China and India Right and The Quest for Global Dominance. Gupta has served as an advisor to Fortune 500 companies with substantial interests in China and India. Registration for this event allows you a complimentary registration for the Smart Globalization Conference of Thursday, April 23. Please RSVP online for this event by Monday, April 20.

11th Annual Maryland Day
Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
McKeldin Mall

Come back to Maryland for this campus-wide open house featuring international student entertainment throughout the day, delectable cooking demonstrations with free samples, and a wide range of events that promise a great day full of fun, learning and excitement. Bring the family and see all that the university has to offer! Follow Maryland Day on Twitter.

MBA/MS Graduation Celebration
Thursday, May 7, 2009, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
BlackFinn Restaurant and Saloon
4901 Fairmont Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

It's time again to celebrate the accomplishments of our May 2009 Full-time, Part-time, and Executive MBA and MS graduates with an evening party recognizing their academic milestone. Share conversation, food and drink and network with alumni, family and friends as we welcome the MBA/MS class of 2009 into the alumni community. There is no fee to attend, but please RSVP online by Tuesday, May 5. BlackFinn is conveniently located in downtown Bethesda on the corner of Fairmont and Norfolk Avenues, just a 5-minute walk from the Bethesda Metro Station on the red line. The event will be held in the Pearl Room on the second floor. For any questions regarding this event, please contact the alumni office.

9th Annual Dean's Undergraduate Awards Banquet
Thursday, May 7, 2009, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Univ. of Maryland University College Inn and Conference Center
3501 University Boulevard East
Adelphi, MD 20783

Join us for the 9th Annual Dean's Undergraduate Awards Banquet at the University of Maryland University College Inn and Conference Center by Marriott. Celebrate the achievements of students, faculty and Smith community partners. Formal attire is suggested. Please RSVP online by Sunday, May 3, 2009 For more information on this event, please contact the Office of Smith Programs and Events at 301-405-9420 or smithevents@rhsmith.umd.edu.

Save the Date: May 22, 2009
Smith School Commencement
Comcast Center

Bill Mayer ’66, MBA ’67, chair of the University of Maryland Foundation board of directors, will speak at the school’s commencement ceremony on Friday, May 22, in the Comcast Center. The university’s main commencement ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m.

Congratulations to the alumni winners of Smith's March Madness challenge, held at the March Thought Leadership Breakfast, featuring the prediction markets research of Wolfgang Jank, associate professor of management science and statistics.

First Place: Zach Schutz '07
Second Place: Rob Tapp '07
Fifth Place: Richard Taylor, MBA '08

The winners will receive a Smith School gift pack with various merchandise. Way to go!