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“Not only is environmental and social sustainability the right way to do business, it is an increasingly significant driver of business success. By leveraging UConn’s research and teaching expertise, we hope to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and connections to take advantage of new opportunities.’’
-Stephen Park, Associate Professor of Business Law
"Our job is to help students differentiate what good looks like in a world where there's a lot of messaging, a lot of marketing and a lot of communication on this subject, but not all of it represents genuine efforts, for example, on human rights."
-Rachel Chambers, Assistant Professor of Business Law
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Attend Sustainable Clean Energy Summit | |
This summit will take place at UConn, Storrs and will bring together academic, utility, industry, municipal and legislative experts to discuss the shifting energy landscape and will feature final presentations from six student-led research teams as part of the Eversource-sponsored Clean Energy and Sustainability Innovation Program (CESIP). As part of this program, students are researching possible solutions (technical, social, and political) to address different aspects of the grand challenge of decarbonization at the local (UConn campuses), state and regional (New England) levels.
These student teams will be presenting their work at the summit. Based off their presentations and the future potential of their work, winning team(s) will be selected for funding.
The summit will be featuring two panel sessions with leaders from industry, government (state and national), and community organizations. The summit will open with a keynote speaker and include two panels: one on the decarbonization of the grid and the second on the technologies of geothermal and hydrogen. The summit will close with a networking event to provide an opportunity for the many stakeholders in attendance who are necessary for the clean energy transition to come into conversation with each other and with the UConn student body.
Friday, October 4th
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Student Union, Theatre and Ballroom
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The Clean Energy Engagement Fair is a career fair style opportunity for summit attendees to interact with each other. There will be informational tables with representatives and employers ready to share information and answer questions about the work they do in the clean energy space and how you can get engaged.
Students from all areas of study are encouraged to participate, bring their resumes, and to prepare questions. The Center for Career Development has many resources available to students, including meeting with a career coach who can help you prepare for this engagement fair.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Be part of a growing community focused on advancing clean energy, developing the workforce of the future, and creating a healthier, more sustainable path forward for us all. Registration is complimentary and required.
Wednesday, October 4th
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Student Union, and Ballroom
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Net Impact is a national organization developed to guide students who aspire to make a greater change in the community. Net Impact is an amazing community of students and professionals who tackle various social, environmental, and business-oriented tasks on a global scale. Being a part of a chapter in Net Impact will cultivate life-long skills for any workforce.
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The Haunted HEEP is an annual Halloween trail walk established in 2020. During this spooky experience, groups of students plunge into the shadows, daring to explore the creepy scenes set up along the Red Trail of the Hillside Environmental Education Park (HEEP). The HEEP is closely tied to UConn’s sustainability history – it contains a remediated landfill and provides miles of trails for the community to enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of nature.
The OS looks for student volunteers each year to help scare participants. Many clubs and organizations on campus, as well as individual volunteers, contribute to the success of the event.
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Peruse Global Business School Network (GBSN) | |
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The UConn School of Business recently joined the Global Business School Network (GBSN). The GBSN enables business schools to profoundly impact sustainable development worldwide--through education, research, and community engagement. This is a remarkable membership for the School of Business with many ways for students and faculty to engage and benefit from the network's international resources.
Students are welcomed to create their own accounts. Once you do, you will have access to many opportunities including the Virtual Career platform where you can search for internships, jobs, and professional development opportunities.
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As members of the Global Business School Network, UConn School of Business students can enter and compete in this global opportunity. Students (both graduate and undergraduate) are challenged to identify and solve a Social Logistics issue. Social Logistics is a unique opportunity to interact with other disciplines and utilize one another’s expertise to create business solutions with a focus on social responsibility and awareness. You can sign up with our Global Business Programs office as an individual or as a team. We will organize teams for all (the goal is to have mixed teams of undergrad and grad students) and provide support throughout the process. Register early to have more time to work on your case!
Deadline to Participate: September 29
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Sustainable Business Breakfast Series | |
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Interested in Sustainability? Is Breakfast your favorite meal? Join us and learn from experts on a variety of topics. Previous sustainable business breakfast topic included "Building Solutions for Climate Change" by John Mandyck, CEO Urban Green Council NYC.
- Renewable Energy on October 20th
- What is Happening in Sustainability in Connecticut and UConn on November 10th!
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Work Toward the Social Responsibility and Impact in Business Minor | |
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Interested in becoming a leader in responsible business? Broaden your experience with faculty internationally recognized for their expertise in human rights and sustainability. Highlights of the Social Responsibility and Impact in Business minor include:
- Study of foundational topics in responsible business including corporate social impact, responsibility and accountability, evolving expectations of business organizations, legal and market-based drivers of corporate sustainability, and global and local business solutions to societal challenges.
- Analysis of law, policy, and business practice through discussions, debates, and case studies.
- An emphasis on developing critical thinking skills to analyze and address societal challenges.
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The half-day event will gather professionals, faculty, and students to discuss key sustainability topics for businesses. We will highlight existing sustainability initiatives ongoing across UConn. The summit aims to create a space to build productive relationships with sustainable business partners while continuing to educate and prepare our students. Mark your calendars for its eagerly anticipated return in March 2024! | |
Engage with Global Business Initiatives | |
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Global & Sustainable Business Initiatives creates immersive, interactive opportunities for students to experience international business. Global Business implements programs that focus on cultural competency and sustainability, so our students are prepared for success in the global marketplace. They offer multiple ways to engage such as:
- Case competitions
- Global Citizenship
- Global Cultures Conference
- Professional Development programs in Export and Sustainability
- Global Sustainability Summit
- Global Business Ambassadors
- Sustainable Business Breakfast Series
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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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