EWMBA eZine - Week of January 15, 2009

Remembering Bill Sonnenschein –

For those of you who wish to leave a tribute for Bill, you can remember him at: http://haasforbill.blogspot.com/.

eZine Editors Wanted

Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet, nor gloom of night stops the eZine. Every Thursday, it is faithfully sent to our EW population.Do you enjoy being in the know? Do you like being the eyes and ears for your fellow EW buddies? Do you want to serve your community? Here is your chance. The eZine is seeking one first year and one second year to write, edit, and compile submissions for the upcoming year's eZine. It's a great opportunity to work with the Program Office, Haas Alumni office, and all of our readers. Look what it did to Anlei and Ben, I mean, what it did FOR Anlei and Ben. If you're interested, contact Anlei anlei_lee@mba.berkeley.edu or Ben benchong@mba.berkeley.edu
for more details.

Update your CalNet ID

It’s time to update your CalNet ID. Go here to make this mandatory change. The deadline to do this is January 31, 2009.

Saturday Classes

Know where you’re going and print this location schedule out: http://www.haas.berkeley.edu/EWMBA/SPR09SAT.htm. Inevitably, someone will be in the wrong place Saturday morning and we don’t want it to be you.


To plan or check out new events, visit the Haas Calendar:
http://www.haas.berkeley.edu/calendar/


EVENTS

Federal Energy & Climate Policy on the Road Ahead
Date: Thursday, January 15
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Hanson Bridgett, 425 Market St, 26th Floor, San Francisco
Cost: $28

The program will feature Dr. Holmes Hummel, a former Congressional Science Fellow and lecturer at UC-Berkeley's Energy Resources Group. She will discuss four major policy vehicles taking shape on the eve of a new Congress and Administration:

· A "Green" Stimulus Package for Economic Recovery
· New Energy for America, a priority campaign promise
· International Climate Negotiations – from Poznan to Copenhagen
· Cap-and-Trade Platforms for Federal Climate Policy

The wine and professional networking reception begins at 5:30pm and will be followed by dinner.
Registration is $28. Space is limited. Please register promptly online:
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=174537

Holmes Hummel is a leading expert on energy and climate policy development, serving as a lecturer at UC-Berkeley's Energy Resources Group and a former Congressional Science Fellow. Over the last decade, Dr. Hummel has addressed energy sufficiency, security, and sustainability problems for Silicon Valley companies, development banks, and international energy analysts. Recognized as a "visionary, action-oriented emerging leader" by the Environmental Leadership Program, Dr. Hummel holds a PhD from Stanford specializing in the energy technology and policy implications of scenarios for climate stabilization.

Haas Celebration in the East Bay: Obamaeconomics – A Conversation with Professor Jim Wilcox
Date: Wednesday, January 21
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Round Hill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Road, Alamo, CA 94507
Cost: $20 for current students, $50 for alumni & guestsObamics: Opportunities & Challenges for
the New Administration

Agenda:
6:00 pm: Reception
7:15 pm: Discussion
8:30 pm: Conclusion

The credit crisis and the economy’s ensuing recession present unprecedented challenges to President Obama’s Administration. Haas professor Jim Wilcox will provide background about some of the events that led to this crisis. He will also discuss the challenges and opportunities which the new administration is likely to face and what lies ahead for the rest of us.

What’s next? With a high-profile team assembled, what might President Obama’s economic stimulus package look like? Around what industries will the economy get a jump-start? Will the Administration hold back on tax cuts and regulation? Will it continue to revive damaged companies considered “too big to fail”? Professor Wilcox will share his expertise on these questions and yours.

Jim Wilcox is an engaging speaker and leading authority on macroeconomics. Frequently cited by media outlets such as NPR and The Los Angeles Times, Jim is the J.J. and M.B. Lowrey Professor of Business. Spend an evening with Professor Wilcox and the Haas Alumni Network Chapter-of-the-Year; leave with new insights and wisdom.

There is ample free parking at the Country Club. The Reception will include drinks and gourmet food.

REGISTER EARLY AS THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT! To register, please visit the following link: http://www.haas.berkeley.edu/alumni/eb
Contact Meg Roundy meg@haas.berkeley.edu if you have any questions.


Schwab Charitable Speakers - Corporate Foundations: Strategy & Impact
Date: Tuesday, January 27
Time: 5:00 – 6:15 PM
Location: Wells Fargo Room (light refreshments will be served)

** RSVP by January 23rd at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=gunqRwvV3vCV_2bYwMNycPrA_3d_3d

Moderator: Kim Wright-Violich, President, Schwab Charitable
Panelists:
Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz, President, Charles Schwab Foundation
Bobbi Silten, Chief Foundation Officer, GAP Foundation
Tim Silva, Senior Vice President, Regional Community Development Director for the Greater Bay Area Region, Wells Fargo.