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Workshop Facilitator: Sabrina Landa,  Accountancy Department

This workshop will help you refresh your knowledge of financial accounting and provide insight into the related topics covered in Intermediate Accounting. A thorough review of the accounting cycle including the recording process, financial statement preparation and closing entries is covered using an interactive business case. In addition, you will receive critical study tips from peers and professors to help you to prepare to complete your degree in accounting. Finally, you’ll learn about the valuable support network the College of Business provides including free tutoring, career development and campus organizations like the Accounting Society, Beta Alpha Psi, and ALPFA to help you jump start your accounting career. Be prepared to engage in activities that will help you succeed.

Workshop Facilitator: Sabrina Landa, Accountancy Department

Microsoft Excel is a robust tool useful for data maintenance and analysis. The goal of this workshop is to provide students with an overview of Excel functionality toward improving the quality of learning in your master’s program. Excel can be paired with most all coursework to enhance deliverables and prepare you for the challenges of today’s data-driven work environment.

Be prepared to learn how knowledge of Excel can improve your learning experience and set you up for success in the industry. Additional free resources will be provided upon completion to help you master Excel. Students can install Excel (Microsoft Office 365) free of cost through the ɫ��ɫ Software Depot. Registered participants will be emailed regarding any additional system requirements for this workshop.

Workshop Facilitator: Sabrina Landa Accountancy Department

Business Analytics and creative visualizations are changing the way we communicate data across organizations. This workshop will provide you with a hands-on overview of how to use to your advantage while working with multiple sources of data. We will cover basics such as data exploration and analysis, reporting, visualization dashboards, and DAX query language. Be prepared to learn how knowledge in data analytics can help boost your career.

Additional free resources will be provided to help master Power BI. Mac users may need to install Windows to run Power BI for this workshop. Registered participants will be emailed regarding the system requirements for this workshop.

Workshop Facilitator: Sabrina Landa Accountancy Department

is a well-known business intelligence system that works across PC and Mac systems helping organizations get the most out of their data. This workshop will provide you with a hands-on overview of how to use Tableau to your advantage while working with multiple sources of data. We will cover basics such as data exploration, analysis, reporting, visualization dashboards, and calculations. Be prepared to learn how knowledge in data analytics can help boost your career.

Additional free resources will be provided to help you master Tableau. Registered participants will be emailed regarding the system requirements for this workshop.

Workshop Facilitator: Lisa Smith-Jones, Accountancy Department

Looking to get a head start for ACCT 202, and/or hoping for a refresher before starting ACCT 320 this class is for you! This class will start with an overview of managerial accounting and the main differences with financial accounting. Managerial accounting key terminology and accounting mechanics related to job order and process costing, cost-volume-profit analysis (high-low method, contribution margin & breakeven), incremental analysis (make or buy), pricing approaches, budgeting approaches, standard costing analysis (variances), and present value/future value calculations … will also be discussed using everyday language and examples to ensure your comprehension and retention. 

Workshop Facilitator: Lisa Smith-Jones, Accountancy Department

Looking to get a head start for ACCT 201, and/or hoping for a refresher before starting ACCT 300A, this class is for you! This class will discuss the rules of US GAAP, the basic financials statements (format and what you can expect to learn from them), key terminology, and accounting mechanics related to bank reconciliations, depreciation methods, inventory cost flow assumptions, and other relevant topics… using everyday language and examples to ensure your comprehension and retention. 

Workshop Facilitator: Yong Kim, Finance Department

This workshop will introduce the financial calculator and how it will be utilized in finance courses. The instructor will demonstrate how to use the calculator for the time value of money and cash flow problems. Students will learn to identify givens and parameters in a problem and use this information to solve for a variable on the financial calculator.

The following calculators will be used during this workshop (we recommend reviewing your FIN 300 syllabus to confirm which calculator your professor prefers):

• Texas Instruments BA II Plus []
• HP 10bII+  [] [ ]

Workshop Facilitator: Lori Joy Patricio, Coordinator, Academic Coaching Program

Students will examine the three perspectives of time (Big picture, Weekly Routine, Daily to-do) and discuss/practice/be exposed to ways of managing time via each lens. Students will apply PLRS Learning Cycle to time management strategies discussed.

In this workshop, participants will explore strategies for managing their time effectively.  Approaches will focus on helping students create balance in their lives to reduce stress, promote wellness, and encourage efficient learning.  Students will be introduced to a learning system that improves retention and recall of information.

Workshop Facilitator: Lori Joy Patricio, Coordinator, Academic Coaching Program

Student will compare and contrast differences between upper division and lower division coursework and predict how those differences apply to Bloom’s Taxonomy/ learning expectations in upper division course work. Students will design appropriate study strategies for course load.

In this workshop you will explore the differences between lower and upper division courses as it relates to learning and studying techniques. Students will learn study strategies for managing the increased expectations and workload in upper division course work along with tips on how to apply what you learn in lecture to real-world experience.

Workshop Facilitator:  Lori Joy Patricio, Coordinator, Academic Coaching Program

This workshop will introduce you to strategies that will help you connect with your professors, fellow students, and campus resources.  We will explore best practices in e-mail communication, how to use the campus’ online learning platforms, and resources that are available to students (online and in-person) to help students successfully manage their transition to ɫ��ɫ.  

Workshop Facilitator: Amanda Sosa, University Writing Center

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  Join the Writing to Succeed in College Workshop with the University Writing Center to learn how to effectively navigate college-level writing. In this workshop, we will discuss a series of strategies to nurture idea development, decode writing prompts, and create detail-oriented responses.

Workshop Facilitators: Amanda Sosa, University Writing Center

Join the Research Strategies Workshop to learn how to navigate the ɫ��ɫ library database to find quality, peer-reviewed articles and other types of sources for college assignments. 

Workshop Facilitator: Amanda Sosa, University Writing Center

Join the Revision Strategies Workshop to learn a series of revision tactics. In this workshop, we will discuss local vs global edits, what to prioritize during the revision process, and the five key strategies that will help you elevate your draft into a developed essay.

Workshop Facilitator: Amanda Sosa, University Writing Center

Join the Presentation Skills Workshop to uncover the key differences between presenting information in traditional written formats vs the oral presentation. In this workshop, we will walk students through common mistakes that are often seen in the presentation format and how to optimize your visual aids to get the most out of your experience. 

Workshop Facilitator: Nicollette Brant - Senior Assistant Librarian

• In business, you need evidence, not just opinions. This workshop introduces key online research platforms available to ɫ��ɫ students for accessing industry and company analysis, market insights, and research papers. It also provides an introduction to using text-based generative AI tools to support your research and Zotero, a free, open-source reference management tool.

Workshop Facilitator: Nicollette Brant - Senior Assistant Librarian

Evaluating the Quality of Data & Information Sources: Credible sources strengthen your arguments and build trust with your audience. In this workshop you will practice evaluating articles and data visualizations for use in academic and formal business writing.

Workshop Facilitator:  Nicollette Brant - Senior Assistant Librarian

Integrating and Citing Source Evidence into Your Writing: Effective business writing draws on credible sources to support ideas clearly and persuasively. In this workshop, you will learn techniques for integrating evidence into your writing with clarity and purpose, while practicing how to cite sources accurately using APA style. We will also cover strategies for maintaining your own voice and avoiding unintentional plagiarism.

Workshop Facilitator: Angelita Carrillo-Humphreys, Career Counselor

This workshop will teach you how to use CareerLINK, CareerShift, and other resources to find jobs and internships. You will also learn about services and how we can prepare you for success in reaching your career goals.

Workshop Facilitator: Presenter - CS Graduate

• Monday, July 27 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM - Register
• Wednesday, July 29 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM - Register
• Friday, July 31 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM - Register

This workshop dives into the world of programming! Designed for Business students, this hands-on session will demystify Python's basics, from syntax to data types. You'll learn to write code confidently and tackle real-world challenges. No prior experience needed! Covering topics like variables, control flow, functions, and data structures, you'll gain the foundational skills to start coding in Python. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey into programming with Python!

Facilitator: Banafsheh Behzad, Information Systems Department

This workshop serves as an introduction to Business Statistics (IS 310). We will review the basics of the course and the fundamental topics.

Facilitator: Mostafa Amini,  Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems

This workshop introduces the principles and best practices of data visualization for business intelligence. Participants will learn how to transform raw data into clear, insightful visual stories that support decision-making. Topics include choosing effective chart types, designing intuitive dashboards, and communicating key insights to stakeholders. The session combines conceptual guidance with hands-on practice to help attendees build impactful and actionable visualizations.

Facilitator: Mohammad Daneshvar Kakhki,  Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems

This session introduces students to programming concepts in a business context. We’ll explore the basics of variables, loops, and functions, and discuss how programming is applied to solve business problems. 

Facilitator: Mohammad Daneshvar Kakhki,  Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems

A beginner-friendly workshop that covers core concepts in database design, including tables, relationships, and basic SQL queries. This session will help students feel more confident stepping into IS 380.

Facilitator: Mahtab Ghafoori Math Department 

The goal of this workshop is to provide you with tools on how to successfully complete Math 115 in your first semester at ɫ��ɫ. In this workshop, I will give you a brief overview of Business Calculus (first few weeks of the semester topics), study strategies, and where to find academic help on campus during the semester.

Facilitator: Mahtab Ghafoori Math Department 

This workshop will help you refresh your knowledge of the basic math concepts needed to succeed in accounting 201.  Each workshop will cover a specific math concept with real life examples related to the course. Be ready to do some math !

Facilitator: Yavuz Idug, Supply Chain Management Department

This workshop introduces the basics of supply chain management and how analytics is increasingly used to support decision-making. We’ll talk about how products move from suppliers to customers, why supply chains matter in everyday life, and what we’ve learned from recent disruptions. I’ll also walk through how companies use data to better forecast demand, manage inventory, and improve operations, with a few real-world examples to make it more concrete.

Facilitator: Laura Gonzalez, Finance Department

This workshop will cover a basic introduction to financial health and college success. We will discuss budgeting, investment and fintech options as well as behavioral finance basics.

Facilitator: Roger Strang, Instructional Technology

This interactive workshop requires substantial participation from attendees, which will be fully guided by the workshop facilitator.  In particular, this means reading a short article on your own (during workshop time) and summarizing it - the intention is to help you learn the topic more deeply.  The facilitator will provide guidance on what to look for in the articles and then steer a whole-group discussion.  Topics covered in this workshop include:

1. Overall business landscape of the AI industry
2. What bias in AI looks like
3. Biased AI as a business – pros and cons

Facilitator: Chad Harris, Instructional Technology

Learn how to use AI tools at ɫ��ɫ to succeed in your business coursework and build essential skills for upper-division classes. This workshop introduces AI tools like ChatGPT for writing and research support and provides an overview of Excel with Copilot for smarter data analysis. Discover how business students can generate ideas, improve presentations, and conduct research more effectively.

Facilitators: , Deepti Singh, Information Systems Department

Part 1 - “Who Protects the Business?” 

Get a high-level map of the cybersecurity field and the professional roles that drive it. Learn the foundations of identity and access controls and the basics of privacy and sensitive data. Practice spotting social engineering in a fast, scored team challenge.

Part 2 - “Gates, Tunnels & Secrets”

Demystify network security without deep engineering. Learn what firewalls actually do, why VPNs matter, and how cryptography protects data in transit and at rest. Apply it all in interactive “firewall rules” and “security architecture mapping” activities.

Part 3 - “Breach to Evidence”

Explore the modern attack surface across Windows/Linux, web applications, and wireless/mobile devices. Learn what happens when things go wrong. You’ll run a guided incident-response tabletop and complete a mini forensics timeline activity to practice evidence-based thinking and communication under pressure.

Facilitators: Presenters

Tuesday, July 28 from 11:00AM - 12:00 PM - Register

What does it really mean to belong at ɫ��ɫ? In this engaging workshop, we will explore what it means to feel connected, supported, and empowered during the college journey. Through intentional conversation and resource sharing, students will consider how pivotal a sense of belonging contributes to both personal and academic success. Together, we’ll uncover ways to build inclusive spaces where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. You’ll leave with practical tools to help you thrive, not just survive.