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!

Peer Mentors build up their peers and speak to the diversity of experiences in our student body. We're seeking applicants who can connect to and elevate the experiences of diverse business students, particularly Black, Latine, and LGBTQ+ identified students.

Peer Mentors serve in a unique position to connect students to communities that will empower their success. The ideal candidate is ready to help their peers navigate the joys and challenges of the academic journey.

Qualifications:

• Must be a current undergraduate business student
• Must be in good academic standing according the School of Business Scholastic Standing Requirements
• Must be entering third year or later (or equivalent) in Fall 2024. For regional campus applicants students entering their third year or above are preferred but students entering their second year can apply.
• For International Peer Mentors fluency in a foreign language is a plus!

Hours: 8 hours per week

Hourly Rate: $15.75 per hour

Please note that Storrs applicants must be available Mondays 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM. We are recruiting Peer Mentors for the following campuses: Hartford, Stamford, Storrs and Waterbury.

If you are interested, please apply using the link below. Applications will close on Monday, November 27th at Midnight.

Are you looking to become more involved on campus? The UConn AP Business Society invites you to join their team!

They are looking for people to fill roles in their club. Open positions include secretary, event planner, and social media coordinator.

Election submissions will be held from November 7th until November 21st. Questions? Email averypointbusinesssociety@gmail.com.

Floating Points: Observing the Plastisphere with NASA

November 9 - December 10, 2023

An exhibition of photography by Oskar Landi in collaboration with Avery Point Marine Sciences Professor and Researcher Dr. Heidi Dierssen and NASA.

For the Gallery Talk at the opening reception, Oskar Landi will introduce his photographic and video work and Dr. Dierssen will explainthe challenges in detecting the billions of pieces of microplastics floating on the open ocean from NASA’s arsenal of ocean observing satellites.

The exhibition will promote environmental literacy about microplastics and highlight the quest to track floating plastics using optical remote sensing from satellites. It will present the challenges of “seeing” particles on the sea surface from space because of foam, glint, aerosols, and other things that can mask or even mimic the appearance of floating microplastics. The exhibition will demonstrate a two-way collaborative dialogue between art and science—the science informing the art and the art informing the science. 

Waterbodies: Works by Marsha Borden, sTo Len, and Etty Yaniv

November 9 - December 10, 2023

An exciting exhibition of textiles, installation, and print by three contemporary artists whose works communicate awareness of the beauty of our waterways and marine environments. Marsha Borden and sTo Len, both recipients of 2022 Connecticut Sea Grant Art Support Awards, will be exhibiting artworks created through this support from Connecticut Sea Grant. Etty Yaniv, a nationally and internationally exhibiting artist, and founder and editor of the online magazine Art Spiel, will present a site-specific installation in the gallery. 

The AVS Gallery, on the campus of UConn Avery Point, is free and open to the public. It is located on the second floor of the Branford House and is open from 12-4pm Thursday-Sunday. Exhibition dates are November 9 - December 10, 2023.

Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art, Branford House 2nd floor

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, November 15th

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Zach's Atrium

New York Trip

USG invited you to the Big Apple to experience The Edge, a 100-story observation deck which allows you to have a 360-degree view of New York City!

Saturday, November 18th, 2023

Bus leaves UConn Hartford @7:30AM

Study Abroad Options for Business Students

You will be entering a global workplace. There are a variety of opportunities for students to study abroad while completing undergraduate degrees to better prepare them for a career in a globalized business industry. In most cases, students are able to take a semester abroad without losing any time towards graduation. Come learn about your options from a representative from UConn's Experiential Global Learning team.



Wednesday, November 15th

1:00PM- 2:00 PM

Business Conference Room 3.126

Apply to Be an RA!

Applications are due by December 3rd.Two info sessions will occur in 900 Washington Blvd. in the MPR (located on the lobby level behind the mailboxes):

Nov.13 at 4:00 PM

Two info sessions will occur in the Stamford Main Building in Room 106:

Nov. 28 at 3:00 PM

Nov. 30 at 4:00 PM

Unravel the complexities of energy markets and public utility policies with our engaging course this Spring 2024. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of energy economics, where sustainable and equitable solutions to affordable energy access converge with the challenges of a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Our course takes a deep dive into the interplay between economics and the energy sector, with a special focus on:

• Energy demand and supply dynamics
• Pricing mechanisms and market fluctuations
• Environmental impact of energy consumption and production
• Public utility policies and regulatory frameworks
• Design and regulation of energy systems and markets

To ensure a well-rounded learning experience, the course structure combines lectures, data-driven computer applications, and class discussions. 

For questions or assistance with class registration, please reach out to Djaba at Theophilus.djaba@uconn.edu.

Introduction to essential topics in personal finance for individuals and entrepreneurs. Financial literacy, personal finance topics including recordkeeping, budgeting, risk, insurance, credit, purchasing decisions, savings/investment options, income taxation of individuals and small businesses, and retirement savings.

Preparation to assess entrepreneurial opportunities as they relate to the content media sector. Building an accessible content media business to establish a unique niche, grow an audience, and create value from the content the business develops. Hiring and leading creative content and business teams; developing external networks as resources for growth; determining a strategy to guide business development; managing content production and delivery; formulating monetization strategies built on innovative business models.

The legal and ethical environment of Name, Image and Likeness Representation (NIL). The role of contract law, data privacy and integrity, trademark and intellectual property law, and the principal-agent relationship. Legal and regulatory questions related to Federal Trade Commission rules, laws regulating false and misleading advertising as well as rules specific to celebrity endorsements will also be discussed. Ethical issues related to NIL will be explored.

Come stop by to our weekly Career Tuesdays where alumni and recruiters provide students with inside information specific to UConn students about organization's hiring practices! Also, we learn how students can best align that personal experience with the employer's needs. This makes students better informed candidates when applying to and interviewing with the organization.

Tuesday, November 14th

12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

School of Business Atrium, 2nd floor

FNCE 4895 Special Topics: The Building Blocks of Investment Analysis and Research

Are you ready? Here is your chance to learn the ways of Wall Street.

Are you interested in pursuing a career in investment analysis and asset management? Discover opportunities for you to pursue this goal by applying for enrollment in a specialized program taught by a seasoned investment professional.

This class is targeted for students interested in a career in investment management, and a number of complementary fields like private equity, venture capital, and consulting. The class is taught by a successful institutional investor who after 42 years of managing money for a long list of blue chip clients has recently joined the UConn Faculty and has started a new program within the School of Business.

This spring we will be offering our second edition of The Building Blocks of Investment Analysis and Research. This is the prerequisite or as the instructor, Steve Wilson calls it the training camp that prepares you to apply to be part of the next offering of Applied Investment Analysis- Managing the Opportunity Fund which is designed to allow students to be involved in a team-based class where university assets are invested in the stock market.

The class is open to business students and has an application process. To apply please complete the form below.

EGL will host a panel session with past summer study abroad program participants to share their experiences and favorite memories from last year’s programs!

Wednesday, November 15th

12:30 PM- 1:30 PM

McHugh Hall, Room 306

Join Experiential Global Learning & Career Development to learn more on how an international internship brings a value to your resume and expertise. These experiences can range from experiential learning opportunities for students through virtual and in-person programs domestically and globally. Students can earn credit, participate in internships, and more in their programs led by UConn’s faculty or our global partners. This can also include living in another country for a long or short period of time.

Thursday, November 16th

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Rowe Center, Room 318

We will have a guest employer (The Hartford) visit campus on 11/14 to meet with students and WBS members to discuss academic, and career success, and how to search for internships and full-time roles with a UConn Business School alumni and WBS former Executive leader.

Tuesday, November 14th

12:00 PM- 1:15 PM

WREC 302

UConn Waterbury Career Closet

UConn Waterbury students and Alumni can pick out a professional outfit and accessories to be used at interviews, career fairs, internships, and more!

Tuesday, November 14th

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

MPR

Introduction to building, leveraging, and managing a personal brand; concepts and perspectives relevant to any student looking to build a personal brand and business. Consideration of various media to engage with target customers and businesses and how to choose among alternative media platforms and messages. Students will analyze their individual strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats; learn how to position and design a personal brand; learn how to measure personal brand assets and performance over time; and create a personal brand portfolio and a plan for marketing themselves within their chosen industry.

Career Tuesdays are open to all students. This is your chance to talk with key employers virtually to learn about their company, current opportunities for jobs/internships, hiring practices and their industry. Bring your questions for the Q&A at the end.

Tuesday, November 7th

12:00 PM- 12:30 PM

Virtual

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.

Let's Get Together Thursdays

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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