
Professionalism 101
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2335) on Tuesday, September 16th from 6:00-7:00pm to learn about the basics of professionalism, including topics of dressing professionally, elevator pitches, networking tips, resume overview, and using LinkedIn. Members will earn 1 Intellectual Development Point and the dress code is student casual.

Polaris Event with Corporate Finance Club
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 1175) on Wednesday, September 17th from 6:30-7:30pm to learn more about professional opportunities with Polaris! This event is in collaboration with Corporate Finance Club (CFC). Members will earn 1 Professional point and the dress code is business casual.

Vesta Professional Event
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 1100) on Tuesday, September 23rd from 6:00-7:00pm to learn more about professional opportunities through Vesta. Members will earn 1 Professional point and the dress code is business casual.

WSB Career Fair Prep Networking Night
Join us in collaboration with WSB and Corporate Finance Club (CFC) in Grainger Hall (Career Engagement Studio-RM 3290) on Wednesday, September 24th from 5:00-6:30pm to prepare for the upcoming career fair and network with representatives from the following companies: Fiserv, Global Oxford Resources, EcoLab, U.S. Bank, TruStage, etc. Members will earn 1 Intellectual Development point and the dress code is business casual.

Deloitte Professional Event
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2080) on Tuesday, September 20th from 6:00-7:00pm to learn more about professional opportunities through Deloitte. Members will earn 1 Professional point and the dress code is business casual.

American Family Insurance Professional Event
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2520) on Monday, October 6th from 6:00-7:00pm to learn more about professional opportunities with American Family Insurance. Members will earn 1 Professional point and the dress code is business casual.

Halloween Social
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2335) on Tuesday, October 7th from 6:00-7:00pm to paint pumpkins, eat snacks, and watch a movie with fellow WIFA members. Members will earn 1 Socials point and the dress code is student casual. Members can also receive an additional Socials point if they wear a costume or Halloween attire to the social.

Raising Cane’s Fundraiser
Join us at Raising Cane’s (579 State Street) on Wednesday, October 8th between 4:00-10:00pm. WIFA gets 15% of the sales during that 6-hour period so long as you mention the Women in Finance and Accounting (WIFA) fundraiser at checkout, or apply the code RCFUND96 to online or app orders at checkout. Message Alexis Philip on Flare or email alphilip@wisc.edu with proof (receipt, picture of you there with your food, etc.) to receive 1 Community Outreach Point.

Wipfli Professional Event
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2335) on Tuesday, October 21st from 6:00-7:00pm to learn more about professional opportunities through Wipfli. Members will receive 1 Professional point and the dress code is business casual.

Halloween Gift Bag Making
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 3190) on Wednesday, October 22nd from 6:00-7:00pm to decorate and fill Halloween bags to be donated to the Children’s Hospital. Members will receive 1 Community Outreach point and the dress code is student casual.

Career Workshop
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 3190) on Wednesday, October 29th from 6:00-7:00pm to work on various aspects of professionalism such as resumes, elevator pitches, prep for interviews, conduct mock interviews, and connection follow-ups. Members will receive 1 Intellectual Development point and the dress code is student casual.

Thanksgiving Social
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2335) on Tuesday, November 11th from 6:00-7:00pm to make Thanksgiving cards and eat treats. Members will receive 1 Socials point and the dress code is student casual.

Women in the Workplace
Join us in the Gordon Event Center (Concerto room) on Friday, November 14th from 5:30-7:30pm for a panel discussion, small group networking, and catering to learn more about personal experiences in the workplace and professional opportunities in accounting and finance fields. Members will receive 1 Professional point and the dress code is business professional. Sign-up required for this event.
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Chipotle Fundraiser
Join us at Chipotle (658 State Street) on Tuesday, November 18th between 4:00-8:00pm to help raise money for WIFA through your purchase. Be sure to mention Women in Finance and Accounting (WIFA) at checkout. Message Alexis Philip on Flare or send an email to alphilip@wisc.edu with a picture of your receipt. Members will receive 1 Community Outreach point.

Blanket Making Volunteering
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 2339) on Wednesday, November 19th from 6:00-7:00pm to make blankets. WIFA will provide all supplies. Members will receive 1 Community Outreach point and the dress code is student casual.

New Member Event
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 1280) to learn more about WIFA membership opportunities and network with other new members while enjoying snacks. Additionally, new members will get an overview of opportunities in accounting and finance to explore which profession they are best suited for. The dress code is student casual.

WIFA Fall Kickoff Meeting 2025
Join us in Grainger Hall (RM 1100) on Tuesday, September 9th from 7:00-8:00pm to learn about getting involved in WIFA and meet other members! Active members from the spring semester will be able to pick up their professional kits. Members will earn 1 Socials point and the dress code is student casual.