MENA Cultural Spotlight & Opportunities 

A Note for This Week

We know this is a busy stretch with midterms, group projects, and recruiting in full swing—but hang in there, Spring Break is just around the corner! 🌞 Whether you need a study break, a chance to reconnect, or just some great food, we’ve got you covered. This week, find friends to enjoy Ramadan Iftar events together, recharge with exciting school activities, and don’t forget—MENA board applications are still open! If you're interested in shaping the future of our community, this is your chance to step up. Feel free to reach out to any of our past or current presidents with questions:
📩 Rita Bachkhanji | Omar Shoukry | Omar Fahmy | Youcef Bennour
Apply here: Board Application Link

Professional and Social Events This Week

Please don’t forget to register or attend these exciting professional and social events this week:

Monday, March 17

• Founder Therapy: Chat with Fellow Founders | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
• Newsworthy Conversations: Economic Blackout Day | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
• Fireside Chat & Industry Discussion with Magnolia Pictures | 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Tuesday, March 18

• Future of Work Bootcamps: Data Visualization with Tableau | 12:00 – 1:30 PM
• Fireside Chat: Stern Executive Board Members Liz Elting & Judy Lee | 12:00 – 1:15 PM
• ABSxSABAS Food Crawl (On-Campus) | 4:30 – 6:30 PM
• From Pitch to Portfolio w/ Naomi Goez (ESA x PEVC) | 4:30 – 6:30 PM
• Careers CP: TikTok | 4:30 – 6:00 PM
• Careers: IGNITE Pitch Practice | 4:30 – 5:30 PM
• VP of Finance Training | 4:30 – 5:30 PM
• Haitkin Lecture Series feat. Jonathan Haidt | 5:00 – 6:00 PM

Wednesday, March 19

• Spa Day | Women’s History Month | 12:00 PM
• Stern Speaks: Exploring Sobriety | 12:00 PM
• FTA: Female Invest—How 3 Students Built a Multi-Million Dollar Company | 12:00 PM
• Founding Sales with Nabeel Alamgir | 12:00 PM
• GEMS Chess Lunch & Learn | 12:00 PM
• LSG Alumni Industry Panel | 4:30 PM
• Learn to Knit with SGov Wellness! | 4:30 PM
• Stern Adventures x Snow Glow @ Bleecker Street Bar | 4:30 PM
• SETA: Funded Ventures | 4:30 PM
• ⭐ SABAS x MENA Iftar Dinner | 6:45 – 8:15 PM

Thursday, March 20

• SREC: Lunch & Learn—Real Estate Buy vs. Rent Decisions | 11:45 AM – 1:15 PM
• Financial Planning Post-MBA | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
• Stern Social: Community Dinner | 4:30 – 6:30 PM
• Spring Happy Hour Series | 9:00 – 11:00 PM

This Week's Spotlight

SABAS x MENA Iftar Dinner 🌙✨

📅 Wednesday, March 19 | ⏰ 6:45 – 8:15 PM | 📍 KMC 3-80

After a long day of classes, unwind with SABAS & MENA over a delicious Iftar and an immersive Ramadan experience. Savor authentic Arabic cuisine, connect with fellow Sternies, and gain insight into the traditions of those observing Ramadan. Spots filled up quickly, but you can still join the waitlist—sign up now to be part of this special evening!
Register here 🍽️