(B²) brochure - University of Washington Foster School of Business

www.foster.washington.edu/diversity
Application Priority Deadline - May 15, 2013
Who should apply?
B² is open to all incoming UW Freshmen who
are interested in pursuing a business major and
an interest in getting a head start on their
freshman year at the UW.
What do we look for?
Students are selected based on their stated
interest in exploring business as a major, high
school academic record, resume and essay.
The ideal B² applicant will have a strong
academic record and demonstrated leadership
activities in their school and/or community.
What are the program
requirements?
B² students are required to enroll in a 5 credit
academic course taught in conjunction with the
UW Early Fall Start Program. B² students also
agree to participate in daily sessions focused
on exploration of a variety of business topics as
well as college transition and professional
development workshops.
What are the program costs?
B² program costs are covered by the Foster
School of Business, including participation in
the B² EFS class (not including housing).
Participants also have the option to live in a
UW EFS Residence Hall. EFS room and board
charges are approximately $1,385 and will be
applied to your Autumn Quarter Tuition bill. It
is possible to have your Autumn Quarter
Financial Aid cover some or all of the housing
costs.
Questions? Contact
Jai-Anana Elliott, Associate Director
E: jai@uw.edu P: 206.221.5128
Do you provide housing scholarships?
In 2012, we provided 17 housing scholarships. In
order to receive full consideration for a B² Housing
Scholarship please complete the Scholarship
Application by the application deadline.
Do you have to live on campus?
B² students are not required to live on campus
during the program. However it is highly
encouraged. Housing is available for all EFS
students in a Residence Hall on the UW Seattle
Campus. On-campus Room & Board fees for
Summer 2013 are $1,385. Additional information
is available on the EFS website:
http://outreach.washington.edu/efs
What are the benefits?
Get ahead of the game. Early Fall Start (EFS)
allows you to take a lighter load during autumn
quarter. The 5 credits you earn during EFS count
toward autumn quarter, which means you only
have to enroll in 10 credits to be considered a fulltime
student.
Connections are key. B² students will have
direct connections with faculty and staff within the
Foster School of Business before the academic year
begins.
Explore your options. B² is a perfect opportunity
for you to learn about business as a major as well
as network with professionals from Fortune 500
companies.
Develop your network. Through the course of
the program B² provide opportunities for you to
work with other B² students and make valuable
connections that will benefit you over the next four
years.
Leadership.
It’s the Washington Way.
B ²
2013 Business Bridge
UNDERGRADUATE DIVERSITY SERVICES
Summer 2013
August 26—September 19

The next four years will
lay the foundation for
your future career.
Are you interested in
gaining a head start?
The opportunity to learn
from and develop a peer
network across different
cultures is one of the B²’s
greatest benefits. You will
study and share experiences
with other bright, talented
individuals who are invested
in their own business career
goals. Weekly out of
classroom experiences
provide a great opportunity
for you to step away from
your studies in a casual
environment.
Consider Business Bridge
Out of Class Experience
Teambuilding:
High Ropes Course
9am The business lectures
are facilitated by
distinguished faculty
Engaging
from the Foster School
of Business.
City Life:
Corporate Site Visits
Business Bridge (B²) August 26—September 19
B² is a four-week academic/residential immersion program hosted by
Foster School of Business Undergraduate Diversity Services. B² will
take place in conjunction with the UW’s Early Fall Start (EFS) program, during
which students will register for a 5 credit college level course. Offering a broad
overview of core business topics, the B² program integrates leadership and
strategy skills throughout the curriculum. Professional development, career
exploration and leadership activities focused on tools and resources that
students can use to become more effective students. Facilitators present
information in their areas of expertise and then engage the class in thoughtprovoking
discussions where participants are encouraged to share their
experiences and learn from one another. In the summer of 2013, approximately
twenty-five students will participate.
Download Applications: foster.washington.edu/diversity
B² Snapshot Day in the Life
Standard program days and times
are Monday - Friday, 9:00 am—5:00 pm.
9 -12 pm Early Fall Start Class
12 - 1 pm Lunch
1- 2 pm Accounting 101
2 - 3 pm Guest Speaker Series
4 - 5 pm Interviewing Skills 101
Program also includes site visits to Seattle area companies.
Community Service:
Northwest Harvest
5 pm
Ways to Learn
In-Class Lectures
Case Studies
Interactive Classroom Experiences
Out of Class Experiences
The Outdoor
Boardroom: Golfing