From Campus to Career

Director’s Insight Melinda Burke

The Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing is now in a new

location! Our building is complete and the Norton School

for Family and Consumer Sciences has now transitioned into a

beautiful new home. As we begin the academic year it is a strong

statement about the positive direction our program is heading.

With this new facility, new classrooms, a state-of-the-art computer

lab and many bright, airy spaces conducive to collaboration and education, we have raised the

bar for our Retailing and Consumer Sciences students. The building makes a statement about

the importance of a retailing education. Our outstanding faculty supports our students with a

comprehensive curriculum that includes fifteen courses providing in-depth study of every aspect of

developing a successful retail operation – from the point of production to the point of consumption.

Now our future industry leaders have a space that supports them in their pursuit of excellence and

provides an environment where our retail partners and students can come

together to collaborate, research and innovate around the future of the

industry.

Please join us as we prepare the next

generation of retailing leaders. If you would

like to learn more about partnership with

the Lundgren Center or recruiting on our

campus, please contact me at 520.621.1715

or mburke@ag.arizona.edu

Keynote Speaker Terry J. LundgrenPresident, Chairman & CEO

Macy's Inc.

Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing phone 520.621.1715Web site http://globalretailingconference.org/email tlc@cals.arizona.edu

Fall 2008

You Will Learn...how increased competitive demandfor innovation will require strategic,actionable performances.

Please join us at Westin La PalomaResort and Spa Tucson, Arizona

PLAN TO ATTEND April 2-3, 2009Brand New Thinking: The Innovation Leaders

New Center PartnersGap Inc. has grown to be one of the world’s largest specialty retailers. The company operates four of the most

recognized apparel brands in the world – Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Piperlime. Gap Inc. has become

a brand builder; creating emotional connections with customers around the world.

Office Depot, Inc. is a global supplier of products and services. The company reaches a wide variety of customers

through its office supply stores, a contract sales force, an outbound telephone account management sales force,

internet sites, direct marketing catalogues and call centers.

SAP is the world’s largest business software company and the third-largest software supplier. Founded in 1972 as

Systems Applications and Products in Data Processing, SAP has a rich history of innovation and growth that has

made them the recognized leader in providing collaborative solutions for all types of industries.

Verizon Wireless is one of the most successful wireless companies in the U.S. and has made it their purpose to be

socially responsible in the global market. Their goal is to use technology to address social issues that are critical

to both success in business and the well-being of communities.

Westcor’s portfolio includes 28 shopping centers: 11 super-regional centers, three specialty retail centers and 14

urban villages. Westcor was founded on the philosophy of responsible market-driven growth through strategic land

acquisitions and innovative retail developments positioned to serve future growth corridors.

Terry J. LundgrenPresident, Chairman & CEO

Macy's, Inc.

Global Retailing Conference 2009Speakers Include:

Craig PhillipsonPresident, & CEO

Shopworks UK

Tom SzakyCEO

TerraCycle

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Photos by SmithGroup

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ProfileSarah feels strongly about the Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing

at The University of Arizona, “The Lundgren Center has a particularly

effective retailing curriculum. The emphasis on practical experience is

attractive to members of ICSC.” Both Sarah and ICSC have derived many

benefits working as Corporate Advisory Board partners with the TJL

Center. They are extremely eager to help all of their members be able to

connect with our intelligent, well-trained graduates and bring them on as

new hires. Sarah feels that ICSC resources can be mobilized to strengthen

the already excellent work of the Lundgren Center. For instance, their

research department and task forces produce important data and reports

that are helpful for college courses. They want to make sure that The

University of Arizona has full access to this information. Sarah stated, "the

more we learn about programs like yours, the more effective we will be

at spreading the word about the Lundgren Center's approach to retailing

education – and to help facilitate the union of retailing and real estate

in college curricula. Other schools can benefit from the creative work of

Lundgren Center. All of this is good for the industry.”

“At ICSC, the members are enthusiastic about working with young people

and 'giving back' to students and educational institutions,” says Sarah

Ritchie, Manager of Leadership Development at the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). The Leadership Development Program

includes student membership work, outreach to college students, diversity

initiatives, and many other activities.

Sarah says, “ICSC is a somewhat unusual trade association in several

respects. First, the group is special in the extent to which it emphasizes

education–both continuing education and outreach to universities.

The association also benefits from a very strong and committed volunteer

base. In terms of leadership, Michael (Mike) Kercheval has guided the

institution in important ways. He has expanded the programs, services, and

membership of ICSC to make it a truly international enterprise.

He, like the members, has a substantial commitment to educational

efforts. It is through his vision that the Leadership Development Program

came into being. Finally, Mike really embraces a philosophy that retail

real estate is key to enhancing the well-being of individuals in developing

economies. Stronger economies and greater prosperity yield political

stability and greater individual freedom.”

Sarah RitchieManagerLeadership DevelopmentICSC

Corporate Partner

The beginning of every new academic year is an ideal time to reflect on the

past year while planning for the next twelve months. In general, we made

a lot of progress with research-centered teaching initiatives in 2007-08

and racked up a handful of successes that should propel us even further

during 2008-09. But what strikes me the most about our implementation

of these initiatives this past year is that we have adopted a co-production

model. In my research, I define co-production as the direct involvement

of customers in the design, delivery, and marketing of goods and services

that they themselves consume. And this appears to be exactly how we

engage our partners in the TJL Center. In my own efforts to develop

research-centered teaching initiatives, I have worked closely with a number

of you to create, implement, and market curriculum enhancements based

on industry concerns and resources. By being intimately involved with

research-centered teaching initiatives, you (the customer) help to shape the

skills and training of our students (the goods) to better meet the specific

demands of your business. And this type of co-production, at least from my

perspective, is a win-win situation.

During this 2008-09 academic year, we are once again offering our

Senior Capstone in conjunction with Deloitte Consulting, as well as

developing and testing new ideas for products and

services for PetSmart in our Consumer Behavior

course. Building on our successes last year in

both courses (students absolutely loved the ‘real-

world’ exposure), I feel confident that the second

time around will be even better. We have also just

begun working with SAP to infuse retail technology

into our curriculum. While there are some

direct applications for retail technology through

integrated case studies in our E-Commerce, Supply

Chain, and Database Management courses, we

are also developing stand-alone exercise modules

that can be used in other courses. If your firm currently operates with SAP

technology, we would love to talk with you about using your business for

a case study. Also, as we undertake a thorough analysis of our curriculum

(both undergraduate and graduate) this coming year, we will likely identify

even more opportunities for collaboration through co-production. But

please don’t wait for us to come calling! If you have ideas for curriculum

enhancements, please contact me directly at 520-621-5948 or abhappu@

email.arizona.edu. I look forward to hearing from you.

Col laborat ion Through Co-product ion

Anita D. Bhappu, Ph.D.

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Located in western Africa, Nigeria is a country of over 140 million people and has one of the highest

growth rates in the world. The opportunity to attain an education and establish a career is limited. In

fact, only 29% of the population pursues secondary education. With little or no industry and agriculture,

Nigerians make a living as traders on the streets or in markets. In 2005 the Lundgren Center for Retailing

and the SIFE Team partnered with Leslye Obiora, a UA law professor and founder of IRAWCC in Oguta,

Nigeria. This program was established to teach women how to read, write, do basic math, and develop

their inherent entrepreneurial skills. IRAWCC also provides micro loans to help the women develop and

improve their small businesses.

Inspired by the desire of these women to improve their lives, the SIFE team created a training manual

to teach the IRAWCC women about basic budgeting and accounting so they could better manage the

income they received from their businesses. They partnered with HSBC and Odiso-KIN High School to

design and execute an entrepreneurship summer camp called Emerging Entrepreneurs. With the support

of Sam’s Club, four UA SIFE students traveled to Oguta this summer to host a one-week camp for the

young women. The challenge was to teach them how to apply the business concepts they had learned

to the real world.

The girls were immersed in the local markets and interviewed small business owners. They began

to understand that business is more than just selling a product – it is about financial management,

customer service, and inventory control. They brainstormed business ideas that could benefit their

community such as a book store or fish market. Then they created basic business plan presentations

for 150 women from the IRAWCC program. After completing their presentations, the girls were rewarded

with a room full of smiling faces and applause. The true impact was seen as the students became the

teachers as many of the IRAWCC women learned valuable information including the concept of customer

service. The camp culminated with the presentation of a $600 check from HSBC to IRAWCC, which will be

used to further develop their business concepts. The camp wasn’t just about learning definitions from a

book; it was about learning to look at the possibilities in life. The team didn’t just teach these students,

they learned about each other and in doing so gained a better understanding of the world.

Building Bridges with Africa

When the retail partners visit campus, they have a unique team of students ready to help

them make their visits productive. The Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing Student Advisory Board (SAB) assists in the communication and interaction between retailing

students and TJL Corporate Advisory Board partner retailing and consulting companies.

Incorporated into SAB’s mission are two core objectives - outreach and fundraising.

These student ambassadors recruit, new students to the Retailing and Consumer Sciences

program and build awareness of retailing careers in general among both current U of A

students and high school students. Last year, their efforts focused on recruitment in high

schools with strong marketing programs and DECA clubs. The Lundgren Center also serves

as a state sponsor of Arizona DECA, offering two $1000 scholarships to the winners of the

Retail Buying and Retail Merchandising competitions. The ambassadors were on hand

at the state convention to award these winners and gain more visibility for the program

among the 2000 participants. Within the university, the ambassadors are expanding efforts

to recruit current UA students into the program as well. Through the distribution of flyers

and two campus-wide “meet your major” fairs, they have interested many non-declared majors in the Retailing and Consumer Sciences Program.

The Fundraising Committee came together as a team with innovative ideas for events to raise money for the annual $1000 Future Retail Leaders

Scholarship. They successfully achieved their goal through three key fundraisers. The students manage the Student Scholarship Snack Bar located in the

McClelland Park lobby, which allows students to grab a quick snack between classes. Last year, the ambassadors raised a total of $3,278 from snack bar

sales and other special fundraisers.

STudenT AmbASSAdorS repreSenT The CenTerCol laborat ion Through Co-product ion

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Stefanie Mackler Estée Lauder Intern

What do the following things have in common -

attending a fragrance launch with Gwyneth Paltrow,

Elizabeth Hurley, Hilary Rhoda and Carolyn

Murphy; working in a private office on Fifth Avenue

overlooking the Statue of Liberty and the Empire

State Building; and having a private cocktail party

at the Whitney Museum hosted by one of the most

powerful men in the cosmetic industry? These

are only a few of the incredible experiences I had

interning for Estée Lauder in New York City this summer.

I spent my summer as a Meetings and Conferences Intern where I was

responsible for planning the upcoming meetings for the next two years,

including a 75-person Regional Roundtable meeting held in August

in Washington, DC. I quickly realized I was getting a real job with real

responsibilities and I couldn’t wait to get started. I researched hotel

destinations, compared costs of event collateral, and created over twenty

different planning charts for our August meeting. My ideas were always

heard and embraced by my superiors, making me feel like I could make a

difference through my internship.

I also learned about the beauty business. I had the opportunity to attend a

beauty seminar where I learned about new products, makeup application,

sales techniques, and services. After completing the seminar, I worked at

the Estée Lauder beauty counter in Macy’s Herald Square, the brand’s

largest store in the nation! By the end of the summer, I had experienced

the many facets of the Estée Lauder brand and now understand how they

all work together to achieve their vision of “Bringing the best to everyone

we touch.” The company not only brings the best to their customers but to

their employees as well.

In addition to Mr. Leonard Lauder, Mr. William Lauder and the rest of the

Lauder family, a large segment of the business is run by very successful

female executives. As a result, these past two months have left me with a

feeling of empowerment that will stay with me the rest of my life. I want to

bring my best to everything I work on and everyone I work with, and hope

that I can inspire others to do the same. It was the Estée Lauder internship

that inspired me to dream big and set my goals high.

David W. Pagel Philip Morris USA Intern

This summer I was fortunate to complete

an internship with Philip Morris USA – a very

academically challenging and mentally stimulating

internship. As a Sales Intern, I was responsible for

demonstrating an understanding of the product,

regulations, and the initiatives and dynamics

needed to forge positive relationships with retailers

across many channels. I was also challenged to

work effectively both independently and with an

outstanding training team. These challenges are what made this internship

the right choice for me. I was able to use knowledge learned in the

classroom about brand management, ethics, and merchandising and apply

this knowledge everyday while managing my own accounts, much like a full-

time employee. For a special project, I conducted a pricing analysis for a

retailer to determine how different factors would influence the marketplace.

From this I derived my own recommendations for possible changes that can

impact a retail chain and the sales they transact on a daily basis.

The internship also offered me the opportunity to travel and connect with

many people including the Regional Vice President, Vice President, and

CEO of the company. The opportunity to go to Denver, Santa Monica,

and Richmond for meetings and participate in activities with interns from

across the country – allowed me to network as an intern in ways I never

imagined. I have gained a full arsenal of sales knowledge that has prepared

me for success in the business world and for that I am very grateful.

Having spent the past ten weeks as an intern I can honestly say that the

Philip Morris’ slogan, “Can’t Beat the Experience,” is accurate because I

truly can’t imagine beating this internship experience.

Caitlin Coghlan Anna Sui Intern

New York City is known as one of the world's largest

fashion capitals largely due to one place–Fashion

Avenue, also known as Seventh Avenue. It is

the center of the garment and fashion industry,

and home to numerous distinguished designers.

This summer I was fortunate enough to intern

for designer Anna Sui in the heart of the fashion

district. Starting from her first boutique opening

in 1992, Anna Sui clothing, cosmetics, shoes, and

perfumes are now sold in her 32 boutiques and in 300 department stores

all over Asia, Europe, and the U.S.

Interns were allowed to pick a concentration of production, pattern making,

showroom sales, or design. Based on the coursework I have completed so far

in the retail program–Merchandising, Planning and Control, Supply Chain

Management, and Product Development, I felt I would contribute the most

to the production field. I worked with a team of five interns to support the

production managers, shipping and inventory management department,

and the Human Resources department. Specific duties included controlling

and editing the specification (SPEC) books by garment number, since each

garment needs specifics on fabric yardage, coloring, trim, and cleaning

instructions. Once a garment's SPEC sheet was completed, my task was

then to collect information and create a cost book for the season. I was

also given the responsibility to make sure each garment was in impeccable

condition and appeared on the packing list for shipping.

Interning at Anna Sui gave me a chance to experience the ups and downs of

the fashion world in a way the classroom cannot. It opened my eyes to the

many people and careers that come with the creation of just one designer

or brand. I definitely recommend an internship with a designer to any

retailing student with a love for fashion and a desire to get a head-start on

a fashion career after graduation.

I N T E R N S H I P S

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Audrey Cordell Macy's RCSC Alum

Growing up in Tucson, Arizona, Audrey Cordell always

knew she would attend The University of Arizona.

Throughout her time in high school, her parents

observed her interest in fashion and marketing.

Audrey’s father, Tom, who worked in the College of

Agriculture and Life Sciences at the UA, suggested

she meet with Soyeon Shim and Melinda Burke

to discuss the Retailing and Consumer Sciences

(RCSC) program. After the first meetings, Audrey

decided it was a “done deal.”

From the beginning, Audrey was inspired by the education and real-life

preparation she received through the RCSC program. Audrey found several

internship opportunities while pursuing her degree, including working at

Abercrombie and Fitch, REI and a start-up boutique. After graduation, Audrey

easily transitioned into a Group Sales Manager position at Macy’s. She has been

with Macy’s in San Diego for almost four years, and is the only trainee to ever

be promoted within the flagship store. During her first year with Macy’s, Audrey

was able to meet Terry J. Lundgren, CEO of Macy's Inc., and her personal idol.

Stammering in his presence, she blurted out “I am a UA alum, and a retail grad!”

His response was gracious and enthusiastic, “A fellow Wildcat!” Lundgren’s pride

in the UA and the RCSC program were evident, and he made a lasting impression

on Audrey.

Today, Audrey credits her success in the retail industry to the knowledge

and skills she acquired in the UA’s Retailing & Consumer Sciences program.

From increasing sales and new accounts to marketing and promotions

. . . from successfully managing staff and costs to identifying critical issues and

implementing effective solutions, Audrey points to her RCSC education as

the basis for being an effective retail manager. In addition, the communication

skills she learned at the UA are vital to her success in employee training and

coaching as well as managing vendor relationships.

Audrey Cordell’s results-driven attitude and passion for retailing were ignited

by the UA’s Retailing and Consumer Sciences program. Audrey was recently

quoted, saying, “I am forever grateful to the Retailing and Consumer Sciences

program that opened doors to a successful future, and relationships that will

last a lifetime.”

T R A N S I T I O N S

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Career-Wise Cats, the career development program

sponsored by the Lundgren Center for Retailing

and PetSmart, is designed to give undergraduate

students exposure to careers in the companion

animal industry by providing students with

classroom preparation and professional development experiences. The

first cohort was made up of 16 students with majors representing Animal

Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Sciences, and Retailing & Consumer Sciences.

Four of these students, Jillian Hutchison, Michael McAllister, Maggie

Molever and Emily Robinson were selected for the summer internships

at PetSmart as part of Phase 2 of the program. All four felt the experience

offered a great career development opportunity and they hope to continue

their careers with PetSmart.

Jillian Hutchison, a freshman in Animal Sciences, felt the experience

helped her understand what she wants to do with her career. “The

internship provided me a great opportunity to apply what I learned from

the classroom to real-life customer service situations. I have really grown

up over the summer and no longer feel like a college kid anymore, but

rather, as a Career-Wise Cat, ready to start my career with animals and

retailing.” Michael McAllister, a Retailing and Consumer Sciences major

felt he developed much stronger leadership skills. “I was enlightened by

the leadership that my Store Manager exhibited. . . I took this advice and

it made a world of difference to be empowered to serve our customers,

and their pets. When I graduate, I want to work for a leader that

empowers their team just as my store manager does.” Maggie Molever,

Animal Sciences major, learned that PetSmart is more than a business,

it is also a company that cares about animals and has big heart for the

community. “The company is consistently passionate in doing the best

thing possible for the animals. I am inspired to always do the right thing by

serving my community right now as a college student and when I become

a full-time working professional.” Emily Robinson, Animal Sciences major,

found she learned more about her life’s passion after participating as a

Career-Wise Cat and interning at PetSmart. “Since the class and internship,

I have realized that my interest to learn more about animal nutrition grows

even more when it is being applied and I am able to educate customers

about what they are feeding their animals. My desire to work with animals

has grown and I can really put my entrepreneurial spirit to the challenge as

I begin my professional career.”

Bob Moran, President of PetSmart, will be the Executive-in-Residence on

October 16, 2008 when he visits classrooms and hosts an exclusive student

luncheon. He will present his insight on the future of the companion

animal industry to students in Retailing, Veterinary Sciences and Animal

Sciences. Thanks to PetSmart for their continued support of our programs

and the mutually beneficial opportunity to get undergraduate Wildcats

“roaring” about Career-Wise Cats.

Cats Track Careers by Kristy Ruiz

Amanda Baker, Shelton Page, Inc.

Kendra Bourguet, Dillard’s

Amy Brown, Neiman Marcus

Jessica Gusar, Neiman Marcus

Ashley Hanna, Burberry, NYC

Lauren Ireland, Stylist ILORI Boutique

Jessica Marshall, Macy’s East, NYC

Annie McIntee, Banana Republic, GAP, Inc.

Patrice Nolen, Mervyn’s

Renee Parra, AZ Daily Star

Lauren Quigley, Gallo Wine

Jessica Rommell, CACHE

Jessica Rose, Mervyn’s

Leah Scherotter, GAP, Inc.

Clint Sever, Gallo Wine

Addie Wade, Raindance Pass Boutique/Miraval

Whitney Wilkening, Macy’s Merchandising Group, NYC

RCSC Alumni updAte

Adriana Barillari, Westcor Assistant Marketing Manager, Tucson, AZ

Lindsay Downs, Designer, Armies, LA, CA

Hadar Gordon, Assistant Buyer, Duty Free Stores, San Francisco, CA

Alissa Konier, Project Tradeshow Manager, MAGIC International, Woodland Hills, CA

RCSC Alumni updAte Mark Ludwig, Senior Sales Rep.,

ServiceSource, Nashville, TN

Theresa Luongo, Merchant Marketing, DailyCandy, NYC

Casi Jo Rodriguez, Inventory Control, Crosstown Traders, Tucson, AZ

Teresa Teso, Inventory Control Buyer/Shoes, Crosstown Traders, Tucson, AZ

Krista Williams, Buyer Boys 8-20, Dillard’s, Phoenix, AZ

Erica Wirtz, Sr. Campus Recruiter, Mervyn’s, Hayward, CA

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Last year, more than 16,000 youth walked through

Skrappy’s, a performing arts center for youth,

seeking self-expression, community engagement,

and support. Skrappy’s helps youth explore

their artistic talents, allowing them to turn their

passion into marketable skills.

Our SIFE Team has been working with Skrappy's

this year providing workshops and training in

the area of personal success skills and financial

education. The UA students are dedicated to

creating economic opportunity for others by

teaching them how better utilize their resources

and build the skills needed for success. By

developing educational programs for people of

all ages, the SIFE Team is promoting responsible

use of one’s resources and lifelong sustainability.

This year the Skrappy’s project was selected for

citywide recognition by the Volunteer Center of

Southern Arizona

Drew Abromowitz, a Junior in the Retailing and

Consumer Sciences program, decided he wanted

to make a difference at Skrappy’s, so he created

a series of workshops focused on teaching youth

the basics of good money management, including

budgeting, the importance of saving, establishing

and maintaining good credit, planning for college

and managing a small business. The dedication

and innovation that Drew demonstrated in

developing these workshops is the reason he was

selected to receive the “Community of Hearts”

Citi Financial Education Award.

Drew and his team offered a series of 6 workshops

to 10 student leaders, teaching them the basics

of accounting, budgeting, marketing, and creating

business plans. With the help of Drew Abromowitz

and his team, Skrappy’s is closer to their goal of

opening a boutique in downtown Tucson. This

business will allow the youth to market and sell

their work, creating long-term sustainability and

career opportunity!

Volunteer Center Recognizes SIFE Team for work with skrappy’s

CongRAtulAtionS to ouR RetAiling And ConSumeR SCienCeS gRAduAteS, they ARe going plACeS! We WiSh them the beSt AS they begin theiR CAReeRS.

going plACeS

FRom CAmpuS to CAReeR

The University of Arizona SIFE Team matched its

educational outreach projects against the programs of

more than 140 other universities at the 2008 Students

in Free Enterprise (SIFE) National Competition held

May 13-15, 2008 in Chicago, IL. The University of

Arizona SIFE Team was the National Champion at this

annual event and earned the right to represent the

United States at the SIFE World Cup October 1-3, 2008

in Singapore.

Students in Free Enterprise encourages students to

take what they are learning in the classroom and apply

it to real-life situations, and to use their knowledge to

better their communities through educational outreach

projects. The projects presented by The University

of Arizona SIFE Team included the Capital Markets

project, the Extreme Leadership Scholars project, the

Credit-Wise Cats national case study competition, Duel

in the Desert and the Rubaga Friends project. Teams

were judged on the effectiveness of their projects

during a 24-minute presentation and were evaluated on

the creativity and innovation of educational programs,

and economic opportunity created by the projects.

“I have seen tremendous growth in the sustainability

and breadth of our projects – we are thrilled to be going

to Singapore in the fall – this UA Team is one that can

bring the U.S. the gold.” said Sam Walton Fellow and

club advisor, Melinda Burke.

Founded in 1975 and active on more than 1400 college

and university campuses in 47 countries, SIFE is a

non-profit organization that works in partnership with

business and higher education to provide students

the opportunity to make a difference and to develop

leadership, teamwork and communication skills through

learning, practicing and teaching the principles of free

enterprise. For more information, contact SIFE World

Headquarters in Springfield, Missouri at 1-800-677-

SIFE or The University of Arizona’s Terry J. Lundgren

Center for Retailing in the College of Agriculture and

LIfe Sciences at (520) 621-1140 or visit www.SIFE.org

uA SIFe TeAm tAkeS top honoRS At FRee enteRpRiSe Competition

2008-09Calendar of Events

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KIM’S VIEW from the Center

T h e v i e w f r o m t h e

C e n t e r has greatly

improved now that the Norton School of

Family and Consumer Sciences has moved

into our new building, McClelland Park, on

the corner of Fourth Street and Park Avenue at

The University of Arizona. With a palm-tree-top

view that features the building’s inspirational

Lakin Family Plaza, the stunning louvered

architecture of the south side and the beautiful

mountains that surround our city, students

returning for the fall semester will have a fresh

and exciting environment in which to learn,

study, work and conduct research.

Partners of the Terry J. Lundgren Center for

Retailing Corporate Advisory Board will enjoy

spectacular views from our Calvin Klein Terrace

and fourth floor conference rooms. The Center’s fall board meeting is scheduled to

coincide with homecoming and the official McClelland Park building dedication in

October. In conjunction with this event, the inaugural NortonNews publication will

be mailed to our Family and Consumer Sciences alums from 1930 to the present

and to major donors, delighting all with historical timelines, meaningful events,

success stories and program highlights along with lots of great photos. Watch for

NortonNews online in the fall.

Those attending the 2008 Global Retailing Conference were treated to top-notch

presenters, great networking, sublime food, and the unique opportunity to rekindle

friendships in a resort setting nestled in the beautiful foothills of Tucson. Join us

in April at the Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa and we’ll meet again with another

stellar program, featuring some of the world’s top retail executives who will share

industry trends, challenges, opportunities and groundbreaking ideas for success in

a competitive global marketplace. Visit globalretailingconference.org to register

and to view a slideshow from last year’s event.

We've recently renovated our Web site, too. If you've already explored the pages,

you know that the Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing offers both individuals

and companies a variety of ways to contribute to the ongoing success of the

retail industry.

Whether you are a student, an educator, a retail professional or are searching

for corporate opportunities to associate with a quality institution, you've come

to the right place. Let us help you enroll in our programs, get involved with an

advisory board, develop a customized sponsorship plan, engage students and staff

in a research project, establish a branded scholarship or internship program, or

participate in our annual Global Retailing Conference, which focuses on strategies

and advances surrounding retail technology and innovation.

Our active student body and corporate sponsors are eager to share with you

their successful interactions with the Center. And I would be delighted to

personally discuss your interests and arrange a tour of our new facilities within the

Norton School's McClelland Park complex on the University of Arizona campus:

kbrooke@u.arizona.edu

We're excited about the opportunities ahead, and actively engaged in providing

our students, tomorrow's retail industry leaders, with the knowledge, contacts and

strategies they'll need to succeed. We'd welcome an opportunity to hear your ideas

for future programs, and what more we can do to help our students and the retail

industry thrive.

McClelland Park's Lakin Family Plaza

SPEAKER SERIES

September 18 Jessica Chi, Deloitte

September 23-24 Charlene Hugel, Gap, Inc

September 23-24 Randy Maez, Wal-Mart

September 24 Dominic Citino, Microsoft

September 25 Guy Collins, JCPenney

September 25-26 Melissa Fernandez, Kohl’s

October 14 Charlene Hugel, Gap, Inc

October 16 Bob Moran, PetSmart

October 22-25 John Tighe, JCPenney

October 31 Dan Binder, DFS

OTHER EVENTS 2008~2009

August 25 Fall Semester - First Day of Classes

September 22-23 Fall Career Fair, SUMC

September 26 College and Career Day 2008 sponsored by Kohl's

October 1-3 SIFE World Cup, Singapore

October 23 McClelland Park Building Dedication and Homecoming

October 23-24 TJL Fall Corporate Advisory Board Meeting and Dinner

October 25 UA Homecoming

November 20-22 DECA Conference, Phoenix

December 10 Last Day of Classes

January 11-14 New York Study Tour, New York City

January 14 Spring Semester – First Day of Classes

February 4-7 San Francisco Study Tour

February Las Vegas MAGIC Show

February 18 SIFE Career Expo

TBA SIFE Regional Competitions

March 14-22 Spring Break

April 1 TJL Spring Corporate Advisory Board Meeting and Dinner, Westin La Paloma

April 2-3 Global Retailing Conference Westin La Paloma

May 6 Last Day of Classes

May 10-12 SIFE National Competition

Corporate advisory BoardCVS/pharmacy, Dave Burton, Sr. Manager, ISDeloitte, Jean-Emmanuel Biondi, Principal, Danielle R. Meier, ManagerDillard's, Jim Benson, Director of Advertising Duty Free Stores (DFS), Daniel Binder, Sr. Vice PresidentEnterprise Rent-A-Car, Stacey Kretzmann, Group Recruiting ManagerFarm Bureau Financial, Ron Lee, CLU, CPCU, Regional Vice President Gap Inc., Stacee Johnson-Williams, Sr. Director of Merchandise PlanningGordon Brothers, Ann Merrill, Principal & Managing DirectorHarry & David, Rudd Johnson, Senior Vice President Human Resources Henkel, Christine Colley, Director, Customer Process, Data ManagementHilco Merchant Resources, LLC, Michael Keefe, President & CEOICSC, Sarah Ritchie, Manager, ICSC Education Foundation JCPenney Corporation, John Tighe, VP/DMM Junior SportswearKohl's, Melissa Fernandez, University Relations Mgr., Omar Segura, VP Regional ManagerKPMG, Christine St. Clare, PartnerMacy's, Tim Plunkett, DVP – Recruitment & Placement, Eleni Kanelos, Manager College RelationsMervyn’s, Stephanie Polon, Campus RelationsMPC Pro, Clayton Wiffen, Account ExecutiveNeiman Marcus, Maria Jaimes, Merchandise ManagerNestlé Purina PetCare Tommy Baroody, Director of Business DevelopmentNordstrom, Leslie Aoyama, Diversity Affairs DirectorNRF Foundation, Kathy Mance, Vice PresidentOffice Depot, Miles Katz, District Sales ManagerPayless ShoeSource, Wendy Jacek, VP of Retail Operations SouthPetSmart, Neil Stacey, Western Region Vice PresidentPhilip Morris USA, Lisa Locker, District ManagerProtiviti, Inc, Rick Childs, Managing DirectorSAP, Tom Redd, Vice President, Product MarketingSears, Anne Hand, Regional Vice PresidentSmith & Hawken, Nori Kricensky, Human ResourcesStrategic Mindshare, Cynthia R. Cohen, PresidentUniversity of Arizona BookStores, Frank Farias, DirectorVerizon, Johnathan Le Compte, Director of RetailWalgreen’s, Sue Bandurraga, District ManagerWal-Mart Stores, Inc., Paul Beahm, Sr. Vice President Wells Fargo, Marsha Grist, Sr. Recruiter Westcor, Bill Whiteside, Vice President, Property Management Broker

Honorary Board MeMBers Ellen Goldsberry, Director Emeritus, Center for Retailing Terry J. Lundgren, Chairman, President and CEO, Macy's Inc.

student advisory BoardF A L L 2 0 0 8Kiersten Abraham Lauren ArmbrusterChelsea FischerShandee Fraser Mireya Gomez Julie Gundrum

terry J. Lundgren Center for retaiLingEditor: Melinda BurkeManaging Editor: Kimberley A. BrookeAdministrative Assistant: Annette M. GarciaThe Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing is housed in the Division of Retailing and Consumer Sciences in The John and Doris Norton School of Family and Consumer Sciences, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at The University of Arizona. The Center works to illuminate the issues facing retailers today and to prepare college students for careers in retailing.

To obtain more information contact: The Terry J. Lundgren Center for Retailing The University of Arizona PO Box 210078 ~ Tucson, AZ 85721-0078 Phone: 520.621.1715 Fax: 520.621.9445 Email: tlc@cals.arizona.edu Web site: terryjlundgrencenter.org

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