The LAUNCH List is a list of curated events to assist students interested in business with finding opportunities for wellness, professional development, academic development, and experiential learning at all of UConn campuses. Read on to see how you can engage today! | |
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Join us in the Student Center on Wednesday, September 13th for Penguins & Pizza! Meet and greet with an African penguin, network with Mystic Aquarium staff, and enjoy a Pizza feast.
Wednesday, September 13th
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Student Center
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Bus trip to see the NY Yankees play the AZ Diamondbacks! Cost of ticket includes trip to and from the Game and ticket to the game. Students are allowed to purchase one additional ticket for a guest at $90.
Bus will leave Avery Point at 8:00am and arrive approx. 10:40 AM
Game starts at 1:00 pm
Leave stadium at 4:00 pm returning to AP at approx. 6:35 PM
Saturday, September 23rd
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This event aims to enhance student’s awareness of the diverse range of resources, services, and experiences within the career and professional development process. This collaborative event is between the Center for Career Development and the School of Business. We have organized a monthly gathering in the Hartford Times Building in the Travelers Collaborative Lounge to achieve this. During the event, students will hear from experienced guest speakers who will provide advice and perspective on various professional development topics. This event is open to all students, and pre-registration is encouraged but not required.
Tuesday, September 12th
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
HTB Travelers Collaborative
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Have you ever considered exploring the possibility of an internship or volunteer work? These Workin’ Wednesdays tabling events provide an excellent platform for students to interact informally with employers, discussing various opportunities such as internships, volunteer positions, and career prospects. These conversations also offer valuable insights into organizational culture and guide how to secure a job within those organizations. Join us bi-weekly to engage in meaningful discussions with representatives from diverse organizations, opening doors to exciting prospects for your future.
Wednesday, September 13th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Zach's Atrium
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Interested in Attending UConn Games? | |
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Tickets to UConn Home Athletic events are free for all UConn students. Please be mindful that ticket claims are required for Football, basketball, hockey and soccer. Your Husky Onecard provides access to all other UConn Home Athletic events!
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BUILD Hartford creates the opportunity for students to immerse themselves within the city as they dive into entrepreneurial education and real-world applications. Students network with members of the city to understand the history of the city from personal experiences and perspectives, discover opportunities and create innovative projects that can aid in the development of the city with the use of tools provided to students through the BUILD Hartford curriculum.
In the fall course, BADM 4895: BUILD Hartford, students will gain knowledge about the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the city of Hartford. This provides opportunities for students to analyze real world data and listen to speakers that not only have experience in entrepreneurship, but also have a connection to the city. Students will gain an understanding of how to create strategic plans and communicate their ideas to stakeholders around the city.
BUILD Hartford is a 3-credit course open to UConn undergraduate students in all majors from any campus. Please note that you must travel to the Graduate Business Learning Center in Downtown Hartford to attend class.
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Stop by the Game Room at UConn Stamford in between classes to relax, hang out, and make friends. We have a collection of video games, board games, and pool tables. Just bring your ID to check in and out of the space.
Mondays & Wednesdays: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fridays: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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UConn Stamford students join ASG and students from Storrs as they head to The Big E, America's Premier Exposition and world's only multi-state fair, representing all six New England States, with entertainment, unique foods, events and more!
Ticket Sales end September 19th
Thursday, September 23rd
8:00 AM Departure from UConn Stamford
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Applications are now open for the next cohort of Werth Innovators for the '23-'24 academic year and will close at midnight on Sunday, September 10th, 2023. Students will be asked to participate in an interview. The application consists of short answers and video/photo submissions. This cohort is open to first-year students who identify as a woman.
Who should apply?
Students across all majors interested in building and growing their skills, confidence and leadership experiences while exploring the world of entrepreneurship and growing their network should consider applying. The value a student gains as a Werth Innovator is defined by the student. Each student has unique goals, ideas or projects to pursue and The Werth Institute provides personalized support in the forms of goal setting, skill-building guidance, networking opportunities, mentorship, leadership and ambassadorship opportunities. Students are selected based upon their innovative projects, entrepreneurial mindsets, and their passion in an area they are driven to problem solve in.
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Join the Business Career Development Office for their 9th Annual Business Career Expo, which is designed to provide employers with direct access to School of Business, graduate, and undergraduate students across all business majors at UConn.
We have structured the event in a setting that is intended to foster compelling, impactful conversations, as the EXPO combines the best aspects of a career fair and a networking forum.
Students will be encouraged to bring copies of resumes and will be prepared to engage with employers in a setting that offers the chance for more personal discussions. In addition, there will be the following new opportunities made possible by the following sponsors.
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Professional Headshots – Aldi and The Hartford
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Student Refresh Snack Station – Henkle
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On-Site Interview - Otis, Cigna & Corbin Advisors
Wednesday, September 13th
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Student Union Ballroom
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Sustainable Business Breakfast Series | | |
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Building Solutions for Climate Change
In large urban centers buildings can represent 70% of carbon emissions. In his talk, John Mandyck will cover trends for building decarbonization, electrification, clean energy and the future implications to real estate for disclosing carbon emissions particularly from the financial industry.
Friday, September 15th
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
BUSN 321
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Interested in problem solving for a career? Join UCG in BUSN 106 to learn more about Strategy Consulting from Industry professionals. You can take your candidacy to the next level and leverage member help as well as getting to know members!
Saturday, September 16th
1:00 PM -3:00 PM
BUSN 106
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Fashion Industry Immersion | |
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We will be joined by Wendy Kahn - President, Luxury Fashion and Retail Industry Consultant @ Creative Collective who will be sharing her experiences in the Fashion industry. Keep your future in focus by attending future industry immersion experiences. Registration is required via Nexus.
Tuesday, September 19th
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
BUSN 106
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Interested in studying abroad? Come chat with student alumni, EGL Advisors, faculty leaders and program representatives to discover which programs fit best with your personal, professional, academic interests, and learn more about scholarship opportunities available!
Wednesday, September 20th
10:00 AM- 1:00 PM
Fairfield Way
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CIMBA offers UConn students several Business Core credits abroad during a 12-week semester program or a 4-week summer program. CIMBA is a professional undergraduate study abroad program based in Northern Italy. They are geared towards business courses and pack in tons of fun, cultural activities throughout your time in Italy.
Have questions about CIMBA? Stop by for drop-in hours with CIMBA program coordinator Joelle Peterson.
Wednesday, September 20th
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
BUSN 321
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Who is UCG?
UConn's premier student consulting group that provides strategic consulting services to real-life businesses
Why should I Join?
- Develop professional and transferable skills through gaining real life work experience
- Access to mentorship and active alumni network
- join a group of fun and high achieving students
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Come join the Office of Diversity Initiatives for the annual Bonfire Kickback at Hillel House. There will be giveaways and food that is first come and first serve.
Thursday, September 28th
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Hillel House
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The Global Cultures Conference 2023 invites students to better understand their role as global citizens by discussing and analyzing the impact of colonization on the growth of modern-day countries of the global south. A keynote speaker will present relevant themes to our topics, followed by a panel of subject-matter experts across UConn to share their experience as it relates to Modern Growth Post-Colonization. Following the panel, a Q&A session will allow members of the audience to ask specific questions. At the conclusion of the Q&A, there will be a Case Study Analysis in which students use what they learned to work on solving a case.
Saturday, October 7th
1:00 PM- 4:00 PM
BUSN 106
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On behalf of the Academic Achievement Center, we are pleased to invite you to Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for our inaugural AAC at UConn Waterbury! This event is open to all students, faculty, and staff. The Academic Achievement Center at UConn aims to provide an innovative and nurturing environment, foster academic excellence among our students, and empower them to reach their fullest potential. It is the embodiment of progress and student success at UConn, and it brings us immense pleasure to see it come to the Waterbury Campus.
Tuesday, September 12th
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Lobby/Room 128
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Join the AAC for a lunch and learn!
Thursday, September 14th
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Room 128
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Academic Integrity Awareness Week is a week of events hosted by the Writing Center and Library to raise awareness of issues related to academic integrity on campus and foster discussion among students.
Film Screening of Shattered Glass, based on the true story of professional journalist Stephen Glass, who fabricated stories and sources.
Thursday, September 14th
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
MPR 113-116
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CIMBA offers UConn students several Business Core credits abroad during a 12-week semester program and Business & Engineering courses during the 4-week summer term. CIMBA is a professional undergraduate study abroad program based in Northern Italy. They are geared towards business courses and pack in tons of fun, cultural activities throughout your time in Italy.
Want to learn more about CIMBA? Join their upcoming info session on September 20th at 2:00 PM on WebEx or in-person with CIMBA program coordinator Joelle Peterson.
Wednesday, September 20th
3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
BUSN 321 or Virtual
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Come learn more about EGL's Summer Business in London! Through intensive internships and coursework, this program offers students the chance to work in one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, get academic credit, and engage with critical global issues both inside and outside the classroom. Students will receive 9 credits during this program. There are no prerequisites. This program fulfills an Honors Core requirement in the honors program (BLAW 4893), and is open to both business and non-business students, as well as honors and non-honors students. As always, it is the student’s responsibility to ensure eligibility to enroll in a particular course and that it qualifies for desired credit in their schools and/or disciplines.
Wednesday, September 27th
2:00 PM- 3:00 PM
BUSN 302 or Virtual
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UConn’s Center for Neurodiversity and Employment Innovation (CNDEI) is focused on improving career development and employment outcomes for students who are autistic, have ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences. The Neuro-inclusive Candidate Network was launched by UConn’s CNDEI to provide targeted employment and career-related support, opportunities, programs, and education to address the unique barriers neurodivergent (ND) college students sometimes face as they pursue employment.
What is the Neuro-Inclusive Candidate Network (NCN)?
The NCN connects ND students and recent alumni with employers who understand and value their differences. The NCN is an initiative of the University Council for Neurodiversity Employment - a coalition of over 60 schools led by UConn.
How does the NCN work?
- Join
- Complete your Candidate Profile
- Receive neurodiversity-related employment opportunities and information
- Get access to the NCN career resources website
How do I know if the NCN is right for me?
The NCN is right for you if you are a current or recent college-level student (who identifies as neurodiverse and would like to join a community of peers who get connected to neurodiversity-related employment opportunities.
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Are you interested in applying to the University Scholar Program?
The University Scholar Program is an opportunity for motivated and academically talented students to get more from their last three undergraduate semesters. Available to students from all of the University’s schools and colleges, the University Scholar Program allows students to design and pursue an in-depth research or creative project and to craft an individualized plan of study that supports their intellectual interests during their final three semesters.
Admission to this selective program is made on the basis of an application submitted during the first semester of a student’s junior year. While the application deadline is in November, students who intend to apply, must submit a letter of intent by Monday, Sept. 11.
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You’re invited to apply to attend a unique leadership summit that will introduce you to the opportunities and culture of Wells Fargo. The Sophomore Hiring Summit is designed to provide high-performing sophomores from diverse backgrounds with the chance to explore a career at Wells Fargo. As part of this summit, you will hear from diverse Wells Fargo senior leaders on their journey and navigating the professional environment as well as interview for a 2024 Fellowship opportunity.
Summit activities
- Learn about the industry and the 4-participating line of businesses (Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Commercial Banking, Internal Audit, and Technology).
- Participate in information sessions, panels, and networking events
- Interview for a position for the 2024 Sophomore Discovery Fellowship Program
Summit details
- Date: October 19 –20, 2023 (Subject to change)
- Venue: Charlotte, NC (Subject to change)
- All travel, lodging & meal expenses will be paid by Wells Fargo
Qualifications
The summit is open to all sophomores from diverse backgrounds including but not limited to Black/African American, Latinx/Hispanic, Native Americans, females, LGBTQIA+, protected veterans and people with disabilities interested in financial services with an expected graduation date of December 2025 or May/June 2026.
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Need help putting together a pitch deck for a class or editing a report? Don't understand your assignment guidelines, or aren't sure how to get started on a project? Schedule a 20-minute virtual meeting with the Business Communication Lab.
The material you would like to review with us must be assigned by a current course in the School of Business. Upon registering for your appointment, you will be requested to provide the assignment guideline sheet and other necessary documents for the Lab staff to fully understand the scope of the task or project.
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Join us for Let’s Get Together Thursdays for 15 Minutes of Calm. Practice breathing & stretches for stress relief. This is open to all UConn students from any campus. No experience required. Sessions will be held virtually.
Thursdays: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Find Your UConn
@UConnBusinessUG
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Listen to the
LAUNCH Podcast!
Kayla Hogrefe and Jose Aponte are excited to help elevate the voices of students and on topics that will help you thrive. Hear from experts, your peers, and advisors across UConn's campuses.
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Questions?
Do you have a suggestion for content that will help students to strategically engage? Email laila.chaoui@uconn.edu.
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