Student Activities and Events

M & L CONNECT (Open to all majors)

College is about more than earning a degree – it’s about building the connections that shape your future. This fall, we’re excited to launch M&L Connect – an initiative designed to help you make meaningful connections.

The mission of M&L Connect is to facilitate intentional connections – among peers, with faculty, industry professionals, and the community – and to foster personal growth, collaborative learning, and career readiness for students in the Management Department. Whether you’re just starting your journey or preparing to graduate, M&L Connect offers opportunities at every stage, from freshman year through graduate school.

How to Get Involved:

• Attend our Events (link to Spring 2026 Connect Events)
• Join our new student organization:
• Explore connection-building activities embedded in many Management & Leadership (M&L) courses:

LEAD 3010   BUAD 4000   MGMT 3640

MGMT 3810        MGMT 3940         MGMT 4680

• To learn more, visit the Department of Management’s Instagram page or email Jean.Wilson@mtsu.edu or LA.Clark@mtsu.edu .

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IGNITE

This career development program was created for students to improve their interviewing skills, to provide networking opportunities, and to connect students with potential employers. IGNITE was originally conceived for majors in the Department of Management and the Department of Marketing, but it has been expanded to include all departments and majors in the Jones College of Business (JCOB).  JCOB majors can join IGNITE and earn a certificate while completing career development activities. For details and a complete schedule of IGNITE events, visit the IGNITE webpage.

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INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE SHOWCASE-SPRING 2026

WHAT:  A contest to examine a current business challenge and a poster display of creative and novel ideas to solve the challenge. 

WHO:  for Jones College of Business majors and minors 

WHEN:  April 7, 2026 1:00 – 2:30 pm

WHERE: BAS Courtyard

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B.E.S.T. Career & Internship Fair 2026
(Business Exchange for Student Talent)

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 //  10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location:  Student Union Ballroom

• Meet employers seeking College of Business majors for professional positions and internships. All Jones College of Business majors are invited to attend! 
• Current list of Career Fair companies Companies
• The Supply Chain Management Career Fair has been combined with the BEST career fair.  BEST is bigger than ever, with more companies and more available jobs!
• BEST Career Fair schedule
• Headshots for LinkedIn Profile will be available throughout the day.
• Recommendations for students:
  • Wear professional attire (business formal)
  • Bring several copies of your resume
  • Bring a notebook and pen

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2026 MTSU Midsouth Supply Chain Summit 

March 4, 2026  – Multiple rooms in Student Union – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

We are pleased to announce that the fifth annual Supply Chain Summit has been scheduled.  Come hear from industry representatives as they lead in-depth discussions on a variety of relevant supply chain issues.  This event is sponsored by the MTSU Supply Chain Management student organization.

Morning Mingle: 8:45 am – 9:30 am

Session 2 (4 tracks): 2:40 pm to 4:05 pm:

Evening Networking & Social Event

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Business Plan Competition 2026

• Application deadline February 20, 2026
• March 19 – Business Plan Semifinals
• April 22 – Business Plan Finals & Awards
• For more information, click here: Business Plan Competition information
• What should your Business Plan look like?

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Additional Student Activities

Institute of Leadership of Excellence
The Institute of Leadership Excellence is a leadership development course for undergraduate students. This unique immersion experience is held during the May S1 term. For more information, visit the ILE webpage.  

One-on-One Resume Sessions
Appointments are available during the fall and spring semesters in BAS N140. Appointment is required; Contact Ms. Jean Wilson at Jean.Wilson@mtsu.edu to schedule an appointment. 

Supply Chain Management Student Group
Students interested in Supply Chain Management are welcome. Meeting times vary. Contact Dr. Richard Tarpey at Richard.Tarpey@mtsu.edu.

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