UBC EVENT PORTFOLIO
Our programming, led by McCombs students for ALL McCombs students, aims to foster connections among students and faculty of the McCombs School of Business, enhancing the UT community and enriching student life while also providing opportunities for exploring career paths to support students in their career development.
Career Focused Programming
VIP
The VIP Speakers Series brings industry leaders to the UT campus, offering students valuable insights and advice through fireside chats and open floor Q&A sessions, dedicated to showcasing inspiring business leaders. (RSVP required)
Message from Rodrigo Nevárez
Rodrigo currently serves as our VIP Chair for 2025-2026
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The VIP Speaker Series at McCombs is the nation’s premier undergraduate executive speaker series, offering students a front-row seat to learn from the world’s most influential business leaders. Through fireside chats and open Q&As, each session inspires students to think boldly, challenge convention, and lead with purpose. For over 30 years, VIP has connected Fortune 500 executives and global changemakers with the next generation of business leaders here at UT Austin.
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Company Field Trip
McCombs students travel to New York City to explore an array of companies, each offering unique professional development and networking opportunities. These experiences are curated across different tracks, enabling students to immerse themselves in specific industries during their visit. (Brief application process)
Message from Emma Arteaga
Emma currently serves as our Company Field Trip Chair for 2025-2026
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Company Field Trip is an opportunity for McCombs students to explore multiple companies in various cities. Our events range from Dallas CFT in November, New York City CFT in December, and Houston CFT in the Spring! These unique experiences provide students with real-world experiences of corporate office, and often include tours, panels, Q&A’s, and presentations!
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Message from Luke Vandermeer
Luke currently serves as our Company Field Trip Chair for 2025-2026
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CFT is an experience where McCombs students have the opportunity to tour companies, network with professionals, and understand what it is like to work in a major city. It is a great opportunity to gain first hand exposure to a variety of post grad possibilities. The attendees range from all grade levels, and all McCombs students are encouraged to apply!
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Fall Case Competition
Fall Case is an annual event where students engage in a week-long case competition, demonstrating problem-solving, teamwork, and presentation abilities for the chance to win a cash prize provided by a sponsoring company. (Brief application process)
Message from Alyssia Menezes
Alyssia currently serves as our Fall Case Chair for 2024-2025
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The McCombs Undergraduate Case Competition is one of my favorite experiences at UT. Seeing students dive into a tough business challenge, work through setbacks, and come out more confident by the end of the week is incredibly rewarding. As Co-Chair, I love being part of an event that brings people together—not just to compete, but to learn, grow, and support each other. The best part? Watching teams go from rough ideas to polished presentations and knowing they’re walking away with skills that will stick with them long after the competition ends.
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Sustainability Symposium
This event highlights sustainability from a business lens, with UBC partnering with the Sustainability Investment Group last year to host panels featuring environmental leaders, professors, and politicians. (RSVP required)
Academic Programming
TALKS
TALKS is a speaker series led by professors that stands out for its unique blend of perspectives, offering fresh insights and diverse viewpoints thanks to the combination of academic expertise and real-world experience shared by the speakers. (RSVP required)
Message from Dominic Chacko
Dominic currently serves as our TALKS Chair for 2024-2025
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TALKS is an interactive speaker series that features McCombs faculty members as they transform their extensive corporate and academic experience into valuable insights for students. Guest speakers share the successes and challenges of their own careers and field related questions from students, elucidating concepts beyond traditional classroom lessons. TALKS provides an insider’s view of critical business decisions made by the bright and influential minds of McCombs, enriching students’ understanding of real-world challenges and opportunities in business.
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DINE
DINE serves as a forum for students and faculty to come together over a provided meal, encouraging dialogue and relationship-building opportunities in a casual setting. (RSVP not required, join us at your convenience.)
Message from Helen Yongjoo Moon
Helen currently serves as our DINE Chair for 2024-2025
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The Faculty Relations Committee (FRC) serves as a bridge between students and faculty, fostering meaningful connections beyond the classroom. Our goal is to create a comfortable and engaging environment where students can interact with faculty on a more personal level. FRC’s primary initiatives include Faculty Appreciation Week and DINE. Through DINE, students have the opportunity to connect with professors over a casual lunch, gaining insights into their experiences and career journeys in a relaxed setting. Faculty Appreciation Week allows students to express their gratitude by sharing memorable experiences, sending appreciation notes, and recognizing the dedication of faculty members.
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Town Hall
Town Hall is a platform provided by the business school where students can voice their opinions, engage in discussions, and address concerns regarding various aspects of the school's operations and policies in an open and inclusive manner. (RSVP not required, join us at your convenience.)
MBA for a Day
Offers undergraduate students a chance to shadow graduate UT students during their class lectures for a day. Mentees have the opportunity to participate in classes and attend student organization meetings alongside their graduate mentors. (Brief application process)
Student Life Programming
McCombs Kickoff
McCombs Kickoff is an event held at the start of the school year, designed to familiarize new McCombs students with the school through guided tours, panel discussions, and various other activities facilitated by current students. (RSVP required)
Message from Maya Granoff
Maya currently serves as our McCombs Kickoff Chair for 2025-2026
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McCombs Kickoff is a community-centered welcome event that is designed to help more than 200 incoming freshman to find a strong sense of belonging within McCombs. Navigating a large campus can be overwhelming. Kickoff eases that transition by connecting students in small groups led by experienced mentors who can serve as a resource for them throughout the year. Through a variety of intentional, engaging, and fun team building and bonding activities, freshman are introduced to culture of McCombs and begin forming connections that last behind their first semester.
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Mental Health Week
Mental Health Week provides students with on-campus resources to improve their mental well-being. Additionally, UBC hosts events to engage in relaxing activities that foster healthy self-care habits during a week in the spring semester.
Message from Varshini Byreddy
Varshini currently serves as our Mental Health Week Chair for 2025-2026
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Mental Health Week is an initiative designed to encourage McCombs students to prioritize their mental and physical well-being before the demanding exam season at the end of the semester. Throughout the week, the Undergraduate Business Council (UBC) organizes a variety of engaging events that promote mindfulness, stress relief, and connection with the McCombs community. Activities include a positive messaging coffee cart, where students can enjoy a warm drink and uplifting notes;
baby goat yoga, a fun and engaging way to unwind; and the Self Care Fair, featuring mental heath resources and activities.
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Theo currently serves as our Mental Health Week Chair for 2025-2026
Message from Theo Shisler
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Hi my name's Theo, and I’ll be your Co-chair of Mental Health Week alongside Varshini. I’m super excited to get involved and spread awareness of McCombs’ mental health initiatives and to get plugged in on campus. Looking forward to seeing all of y'all during Mental Health Week!
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Donut Days
Donut Days enable members of the Representative Program to better identify potential concerns among the student body of McCombs, ensuring that we continue to improve the quality of our events and that we remain directly connected with the students that we represent. (RSVP not required, join us at your convenience.)
