The Retail Society
The Retail Society at the University of Florida was founded in the Fall of 2006 as a student organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to students interested in retailing. The Society provides a network of students, faculty, and professionals to serve as a reliable information source about the retail industry. Membership is open to all majors in all colleges.
Purpose
The primary purpose of the Retail Society is to develop a strong networking system and to educate students interested in seeking internships and careers in retailing. This is achieved through constant contact with knowledgeable, experienced students and with information sessions which allow recruiters to discuss their companies and opportunities.
Activities
The Retail Society brings in guest speakers from a variety of retailers to discuss their jobs and internship programs with the organization. The society is also an outlet for anyone interested in going through the job or internship search, providing students with information to help them to be successful.
The Society's Fall events will include:
September 24
2-4pm - Stuzin 200
Meet and Greet with JCPenney
September 24
5pm - Stuzin 103
Workshop: Communication Skills in Business
September 30
9:30-11:30am - Bryan 200
Meet & Greet with Sears
November 5
5:30-7:00pm
Meeting - Applications for New Executive Board
November 9
6:00pm - Stuzin 200
Workshop: Target Presents "Sustainability in the Workplace"
November 19
6:00pm - Stuzin 200
Brandsmart's Green Initiative
December 3
5:30-7:00pm - Stuzin 200
Last Meeting - Holiday Potluck
