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! | |
Looking for Funding for Case Competitions? | |
Case competitions not only familiarize you with real-world scenarios, but they are also a great way to develop skills in problem-solving, analytical thinking, teamwork, leadership, and in presenting. If you are interested in applying for funding for case competitions please fill out the form below. Please be mindful to choose the correct category. If you are a School of Business student applying as an individual please choose the Student - Professional Development option. If you are applying on behalf of a business affiliated student organization please choose the Student Organization- Professional development option. | |
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It's that time of year again! We are looking for participants to make cupcakes and compete in this year's UConn AP Cupcake Wars. Cupcakes will be sold for $1 each with proceeds benefiting The Connecticut Children's hospital. This event will be co-hosted with Huskython.
Wednesday, February 14th
12:20 PM
Student Center
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Apply to be a new student orientation leader! Applications are due by Friday, March 1st. You can apply online! Join every Thursday in February from 12-2PM in the student center to learn more about the orientation leader role. If you are interested or can't make the sessions, contact Lyndsey Neville.
Information Sessions: Every Thursday in February
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Student Center
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Take a break to celebrate Valentine’s Day with us. Help start the year with laughs and positivity! Meet new people and play video/board games.
Wednesday, February 14th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Atrium - Travelers Lounge
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Consider attending the involvement fair! This will be the premier opportunity for students to connect with organizations, services, clubs and programs.
Thursday, February 15th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Zach's Atrium
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About UBP:
The UConn Hartford Business Professionals Club is your gateway to academic and professional excellence. Join our community for networking, skill-building, and success in the dynamic world of business. Elevate your UConn Hartford experience with us- where success meets community. UBP Meets in HTB 216 Tuesdays 1 PM- 2 PM.
Why Choose Us?
Join UBP for unparalleled networking, skill-building workshops, and a supportive community, ensuring a comprehensive and enriching experience beyond the classroom.
Our Services:
- Career resources
- Professional development seminars
- Skill development workshops
- Networking events
- Professional headshot sessions
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Students, mark your calendars! The Valentine Festival is here, a fantastic collaboration between the Communication Club and SGA. Join us for a celebration filled with laughter, connections, and shared moments. See you there!
Wednesday, February 14th
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Rich Concourse
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Black History Month Vendor Fair at the UConn Stamford Campus. Come check out the goods and services of local artisans, authors, community organizations, vendor and crafters!
Saturday, February 17th
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Rich Concourse
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ALPFA was the first national Latino professional association in the United States, established in Los Angeles in 1972. ALPFA continues to build upon its proud legacy with a mission: To empower and develop Latino men and women as leaders of character for the nation, in every sector of the global economy.
Looking for conventions, internships and scholarships? Consider joining ALPFA!
If you are interested in learning more feel free to sign up via UContact, reach out via Instagram or attend meetings on Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in the School of Business Board Room 321.
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UConn Consulting Group (UCG) is a student consulting group that provides strategic consulting services to real-world businesses.
Why join?
- Develop professional and transferable skills through real life work experience
- Gain access to mentorship and active alumni network
- Enter a group of fun and high achieving students
How to Join?
Click on the button below to learn more about UCG's recruiting process and apply.
Applications close Tuesday, February 13th at 11:59 PM
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Career Tuesdays in person at the School of Business are open to all students. Why should you attend? This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. This is your chance to stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their company and their culture. Learn interview tips and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are.
Tuesday, February 13th
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
School of Business, Second Floor Atrium
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Innovate Labs presents a fun night of Valentine’s Day tech activities where students can create and relax with their friends! Create 3D printed jewelry, code a valentines day cards in scratch, and immerse yourself in virtual reality.
Tuesday, February 13th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
BUSN 391
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The Global Business Leadership in Sustainability Summit (GBLSS) is a half-day event that gathers professionals, alumni, faculty, and students to discuss key sustainability topics for business.
The 2024 GBLSS agenda "The Climate Challenge and the Quantum Leap: Business, Energy, and Infrastructure", will address current issues of the energy transition and the value stream of delivering clean energy and discuss where we are in the ESG conversation. Sessions will feature representatives from UConn, the public sector, and the corporate sector to respond to critical questions from a sustainable and responsible business perspective. As in previous years, we also include a panel showcasing the work of a few young alumni making an impact in their respective industries and a session highlighting current UConn student initiatives related to sustainability. There will be a networking break between the panel sessions to allow attendees to connect.
Friday, March 1st
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
BUSN 106
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Connect with hiring managers from Techtronic Industries (TTI) to learn about career strategies and define your path toward success here at UConn and following graduation with a leading employer in marketing and innovative sales. Connect, network, and engage about opportunities with the firm and make a lasting impression.
Tuesday, February 13th
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
WREC 4 Meeting Room & Virtual
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Career Conversations are opportunities for students to meet employers informally and talk about internships, volunteer, and career opportunities, organization culture, and what to do to land a job there. Come and speak with representatives from Techtronic Industries, Webster Bank, and PTA Plastics in the building lobby.
Tuesday, February 13th
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Main Lobby
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The 2024-2025 UConn Waterbury Scholarship application for both incoming and current UConn Waterbury students is now available. Access the application portal and additional information on available scholarships and eligibility criteria via the button below.
Application deadline is Friday, March 29th by 4:00 PM. For assistance with writing a personal statement, please see Joe Calabro in the Tutoring Center, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Monday through Thursday.
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CCEI's Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator: an 8-week intensive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff, and alumni).
This program takes place 3x per week, where participants develop the skills needed to bring new products, services, and technologies to market. Each team receives one-on-one coaching and mentorship from industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs. Teams are provided with pro bono legal and accounting services to help with initial business setup and support.
To be eligible for Summer Fellowship, your team must:
- have at least one team member affiliated with UConn (undergraduate or graduate student, faculty, staff or alumni)
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have at least one founding member available to participate in all scheduled program dates, including commuting to our Hartford center 1-2 days per week
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be a legally registered business (LLC, S-Corp, C-Corp etc.) by May 15th, 2024
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UConn School of Business and The Wall Street Journal have partnered to provide a school-sponsored WSJ subscription to all University of Connecticut students, faculty and staff. Through the partnership, subscribers will have full digital access to WSJ’s award-winning journalism via WSJ.com and the app, as well as a wide variety of curated content, from podcasts and newsletters to career insights and personal finance advice.
Why The Wall Street Journal is right for University of Connecticut students:
The Wall Street Journal offers students unrivaled coverage of business, finance, politics and world news, including focused insight into career development, technology, health, arts and culture.
About The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal is a global news organization that provides leading news, information, commentary and analysis. Published by Dow Jones, The Wall Street Journal engages readers across print, digital, mobile, social and video. It holds 38 Pulitzer Prizes for outstanding journalism.
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The business world needs talented students like you, and Forté wants to help you make your mark. Earn a Forté Career Ready Certificate with our free online career accelerator for undergraduate students of all majors at 60+ Forté partner schools. Join a community of trailblazing undergraduate students who are prioritizing their professional development and leadership skill-building. Work through a self-guided roadmap of activities at your own pace. Start your Career Ready Journey today. | |
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Enhance your Excel skills and logical thinking with the Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge! As a college or university student, this platform offers you a chance to stand out among your peers by tackling monthly challenges spanning various topics. From mastering personal finance models, like understanding credit card interest costs, to improving your efficiency by learning and practicing keyboard shortcuts, the MECC provides a wide range of real-world scenarios to put your talents to the test.
Whether you want to delve deep into complex Excel functions or prefer to keep it simple, the MECC caters to your preferences. You can achieve success by earning a Certificate of Completion or even compete against fellow students for a spot in the Finals, where you’ll get to showcase your newfound Excel prowess.
Join the Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge today and turn Excel into an exciting puzzle-solving game that transforms your skills into valuable assets.
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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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Find Your UConn
@UConnBusinessUG
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Listen to the
LAUNCH Podcast!
Jose Aponte is 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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