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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An exhibition of artworks by UConn Master of Fine Arts candidates curated by Anna Schwartz. Please join us at the Alexey von Schlippe Gallery for the opening reception to meet the artists and enjoy refreshments.
Thursday, February 1st
5:30 PM
Alexey von Schlippe Gallery of Art, Branford House, 2nd Floor
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Sign up for the NYC trip to see Hadestown on Broadway. Tickets are $30 for students and $135 for guests. Tickets include the cost of the ticket and transportation. More information to come soon!
Saturday, February 10th
Bus leaves at 10 AM
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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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Lunch and Learn: Achieving Success Through Engagement | |
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Join us for a interactive conversation with Wendy Kahn Former Global Chief Executive Officer and President - Stuart Weitzman Tapestry & CEO & President - Valentino North America for an interactive conversation.
Wednesday, January 31st
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Room 3.106
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The Professional Development Conference is for all Stamford School of Business students to gain skills that will help you at UConn and as you move onto internships and jobs.
This event is not to be missed! Plan accordingly!
9:00-9:30 am: Check in & coffee
9:40 - 10:30 am: Learn about resources available to you from the School of Business Librarian (research tools and certifications)
10:40 - 11:30 am: How to create and develop your personal brand
11:40 - 12:30 pm: Identifying your top skills & how to market them
12:30 - 1:30 pm: UCONN alumni panel & lunch
Friday, February 9th,
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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UConn’s Center for Neurodiversity and Employment Innovation would love to offer you the
opportunity to serve as an Ambassador for our Neuro-inclusive Candidate Network – a coalition of ND college students, young adults, and job seekers from across the country all advocating for successful employment outcomes.
As an Ambassador, you will have an opportunity to join us at both live and virtual events as
someone willing to share your thoughts with other ND individuals on their employment journey and also provide input to employers seeking your opinions about how they can create the most inclusive practices and environments. There will be opportunities to share your employment experiences and thoughts such as:
- Contribute a video testimonial
- Be interviewed (in writing or virtually)
- Participate in a panel
- Serve as a mentor (or just give advice!) to other ND job seekers
- Share thoughts with employers eager to learn more about neurodiversity
The first event opportunity will take place on February 7th from 6:00-8:00 pm at UConn Stamford in Connecticut. This event is an Information Reception for Connecticut employers, community organizations, and families passionate about improving employment opportunities for their loved ones who are autistic or neurodivergent. We would like to find a few Ambassadors who want to participate in a panel led by UConn CNDEI’s director, Judy Reilly.
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What is the Challenge?
The Innovate Wellness Challenge is a case competition that encourages students from diverse backgrounds, majors, and interests to come together to solve some of the most pertinent health and wellness issues on campus through the Design Thinking Process.
Who Can Participate?
Undergraduate Storrs UConn students can join the challenge by registering as a team of 3 or by registering as an individual who will be placed on a team with two other students. Students who do not wish to compete can support the challenge by attending the poster session and voting on student ideas.
How Does The Challenge Work?
With support from staff and faculty, teams will create, prototype, and pitch their unique ideas to address a specific student health issue.
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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, January 30th
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
School of Business, Second Floor Atrium
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Open House at The Benton Museum with music, crafts, cute dogs, scavenger hunts, open mic, and coffee. Free and Fun for Everyone! Open house in partnership SHaW, WHUS, and The Beanery Cafe.
Thursday, February 1st
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Benton Museum of Art
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Review different approaches to the same task list and the one you employ in ideal settings and when overwhelmed. Explore strategies to organize your priorities.
Thursday, February 1st
3:00 PM
AAC Room
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We are Rainbow Spirit, UConn Waterbury’s Queers and Allies Association on campus and as part of a tradition, our student organization is putting together UConn Waterbury’s Pride Party 2024. For our second-annual celebration, our theme will be: Embrace Your True Self. Our goal is to be able to provide inclusivity and safety to our students and faculty here on campus where everyone can confidently be their authentic selves. We also consider necessary resources that students and faculty seek and we strive to meet their needs by hosting Pride Party and kindly reaching out to our community to gauge who is interested in promoting their services and/or even speaking on significant LGBTQ+ topics.
Thursday, March 21st
11:30 AM- 3:30 PM
WREC 402
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Get Seeded Pitch Competition | |
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UConn’s “Shark Tank style” pitch night. Have a business idea? Looking for seed funding to help you get started? Get Seeded provides UConn students across all schools the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a live virtual audience who then votes on which ideas are funded. Students that are selected to pitch have an opportunity to earn up to $1,000 in seed funding for their idea as well as support from other students who may be interested in joining their business venture.
Tuesday, January 30th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual
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Join a Zoom info session hosted by the CIMBA Italy Study Abroad Program. CIMBA is a business-focused study abroad program in the Veneto region of Italy that incorporates cultural experiences, professional development, independent travel, and courses accredited through the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business. This session will be hosted by a program alumna from the University of Iowa who can speak to the student experience!
Wednesday, January 31st
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Virtual
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What is the Innovation Quest?
UConn's Annual Innovation Quest takes place every spring semester, with the top teams given the opportunity to continue their journey into the summer.
Your quest begins with a series of workshops to prepare for the competition portion of iQ. Mentors are here to support you throughout the iQ journey. The competition will drive you to push your innovative idea forward into a comprehensive business plan, that could potentially be funded!
Lastly, selected winners will be invited to participate in the summer inQbator, which typically runs May through mid-June.
Who can Participate?
All University of Connecticut students, undergraduate and graduate, are welcome to participate! Students from over 82 majors representing nearly all of UConn's Schools & Colleges have participated since the first Innovation Quest in 2012.
Although it is recommended to join all workshop sessions to prepare for the competition, students may join in at any time.
Kickoff Workshop
Wednesday, February 7th
6:30 PM
Virtual
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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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Looking for Academic Support? | |
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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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