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The Adam Smith Society is a nationwide, chapter-based association of MBA students and business leaders who work to promote on campus debate and discussion about the moral, social, and economic benefits of capitalism.

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Becoming a member of the Adam Smith Society is more than just joining a club. Your "Smith Soc" membership gives you access to an expansive network of other MBA students and professionals who, like you, value debate and discussion about the moral, social, and economic benefits of capitalism. To support and promote these ideas in the mainstream conversation, we need the commitment of members like you.

As a paid member, you will be able to:

- Attend local and national events, including debates about a range of policy issues, and discussions about the relationship between the economy, government, and society.
Hear directly from distinguished business and thought-leaders.

- Connect with business people across the country who share an interest in ideas and a passion for the free market.

- Be a part of the greater community of the Manhattan Institute—a national public policy think tank and home of the Adam Smith Society. Read more about how Manhattan Institute and the Adam Smith Society are connected.

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The Asian Business Student Association (ABSA) aims to unite JGSB students from an Asian descent, or interested in Asian culture and business perspectives under a common organization. ABSA strives to promote social integration among all cultures within the JGSB community and empower Asians to succeed in the modern business world.

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• Lunch & Learn and Happy Hour with 2nd Year Members.
• India and China Jones Edge educational panels.
• Educational lunches about different Asian cuisines.
• "Transition to Houston" workshop.
• Trips to cultural festivals.
• Asian Global Field Experience (with School Credit).
• Partnerships with other student organizations.
• Club swag.

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Promote entrepreneurship and strategy and operations in the beverage industry, while establishing student unity and enjoying beer.

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- Network with local entrepreneurs and regional distributors
- Free access to on-campus events
- Discounted access to off-campus events
- Potential schwag

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The CleanTech Association shall catalyze and lead the Jones School’s expansion into the fields of renewable energy and sustainable technology.

With this focus, the organization will play a leadership role at the Jones Graduate School of Business to educate students on the clean technology landscape, open new doors to employment opportunities, and create individuals uniquely skilled to address today's growing environmental concerns.

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The Energy Club equips its members with knowledge, skills, and relationships so they may become successful professionals and leaders in the energy industry throughout the world.

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To accomplish these objectives, the Energy Club will:
• Educate students in all facets of the dynamic energy industry
• Connect students with a vast network of energy professionals, resources, and Jones School alumni that is both local and global in scope
• Promote local events that offer club members opportunities for professional development, learning, and networking
• Facilitate civic involvement among club members and the Houston, Texas community

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The Entrepreneurship Association (EA) is dedicated to fostering the innovative entrepreneurial spirit and vision in the Jones School community. Our members have interests in many different areas of new venture creation, from founding or managing a start-up to investing, advising, or serving as a corporate partner.

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EA offers numerous opportunities for involvement. These include:
- Bi-weekly lunch seminars, with FREE lunch, topics range from: starting a start-up, funding a start-up, including boot-strapping and venture capital, whiteboard brainstorming sessions
- Guest lectures, offering valuable insights from entrepreneurs and investors
- Monthly visits to successful local start-ups and technology incubators
- Membership in the JGSEO (Jones Graduate School Entrepreneurs Organization)
- Networking events with entrepreneurial organizations throughout the year
- Discount tickets to SXSW, one of the largest conferences in America with a strong Entrepreneur presence, including pitch competition with top VCs
- Special access to annual competition and events, including:
--- Ignite Entrepreneurship Conference: Hear from serial entrepreneurs, investors, and startups in the heart of Silicon Valley
--- Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC): Learn how to think like a VC from VCs, deliberate over pitches from early stage start-ups, and compete for cash-prizes
--- Rice Business Plan Competition (RBPC): The largest start-up pitch competition in the world and you get a first-row seat

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