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 ASG in the Student Center from 11-1 on Wednesday, October 11th as staff from Mystic Aquarium and the Center for Career Development table alongside an African penguin.
Wednesday, October 11th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Student Center
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Pause for Paws! Pet therapy benefits include reducing stress, anxiety, & building empathy. Stop by to meet the dogs & to destress!
Shelby, whose registered name is “New Era Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” is just beginning her career in animal-assisted activities. She was raised for the first ten weeks of her life in the same household as fellow UConn therapy dogs, Benny and Fireball, who she refers to as her uncles. So far, her favorite places to visit are college campuses and her human grandmothers’ senior living communities!!
Tuesday, October 24th
12:00 PM
Student Center
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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, October 11th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Zach's Atrium
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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.
Tuesday, October 17th
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
HTB Travelers Collaborative
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The Wolff New Venture Competition features live pitches by the top startups coming out of UConn and gives away over $50,000 in non-dilutive funding to the startups each year.
The legwork for the Wolff New Venture Competition begins in the spring, where 10 startups are hand selected by an independent panel to participate in the CCEI Summer Fellowship Program. After this eight-week accelerator, the teams present their final pitches, and the top startups are selected to compete in the Wolff New Venture Competition; chosen on a basis of venture viability and value added to the market.
At the event, a panel of venture experts then decides which teams are worthy of the $50,000+ in awards funding! The event is free and open to all.
Tuesday, October 17th
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
100 Constitution Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hartford, CT 06103
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The UConn Stamford Fall 2023 Career Fair is open to all UConn students and recent alumni to explore internships, part time jobs, and full time jobs with over 60 businesses, government, and nonprofit organizations. Every major and class year are welcome. Whether you are looking for an opportunity now or in the future, come chat with our friendly employer guests who are here to meet YOU! Dress to impress and bring lots of resumes!
Wednesday, October 11th
1:30 PM- 4:00 PM
Rich Concourse
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Head to the homecoming game with your fellow Huskies on our Husky Roadshow bus. Roundtrip transportation from Stamford campus - arrive early to get in the spirit for the game!
Meet in parking lot at 11:30am for face painting. Bus departs Stamford at 12:30pm. Arrives at game approx 2pm. Kickoff at 3:30pm. Departs after game (estimated 7pm). Home by 8:30pm.
Tickets are available for Stamford Students Only
Saturday, October 21st
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
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Join us in celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day! We will be having variety of activities and lunch.
Monday, October 9th
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM: Paint Your Culture!
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Lunch with NACP!
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Beading Workshop
ODI Commons, Student Union 103
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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, October 10th
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
School of Business 2nd Floor Atrium
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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, October 10th
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
School of Business 2nd Floor Atrium
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The Center for the Study for Popular Music presents:
Dr. Lakeyta Bonnette-Bailey
Dr. Lakeyta Bonnette-Bailey is a professor of Africana Studies and an affiliate in the Department of Political Science at Georgia State University.
She is the author of Pulse of the People: Political Rap and Black Politics. Philadelphia: Pennsylvania. University of Pennsylvania Press and For the Culture: Hip-Hop and the Fight for Social Justice (with Adolphus G. Belk, Jr;) University of Michigan Press.
Tuesday, October 10th
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Homer Babbidge Library, Class of 1947 Room
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Participants will define the term unconscious or implicit bias, and the impact it has on leadership within different settings. It will challenge participants to become more aware of their biases, but also how to address it effectively.
Monday, October 16th
5:00 PM- 7:00 PM
BUSN 211
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Join Black Student Association to watch a film by a local Afro-Latino filmmaker, hear from the speaker/filmmaker, and mingle with their peers while enjoying some food.
Monday, October 9th
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
MPR 113/119
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Career Conversations are interactive and engaging events for students to meet employers informally on campus and explore potential internships, volunteer, and career opportunities. Employers will share their company’s culture and available positions, while also providing students with valuable insight into various career paths. Drop by and participate in impactful conversations with employers, opening doors to exciting future prospects!
Tuesday, October 10th
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Lobby
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Break the ice and join us for Speed Friending! Speed Friending is an event where individuals are paired off for short periods of time in a round-robin fashion. During these short intervals, each pair will get the opportunity to talk, answer some prompts from the host, make a connection and possibly spark a new friendship. Come with a friend or come to make some new ones! Speed Friending will be a fun event where you can meet a lot of new people in a short amount of time!
Wednesday, October 11th
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
MPR 113/119
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Join us for Virtual Career Tuesdays. This is your chance to engage with top employers to learn about their company, their culture and what they look for in job candidates. Bring your questions for Alpha Sights.
Tuesday, October 10th
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Webex
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Accelerate UConn is UConn’s National Science Foundation Innovation Corps (I-Corps) Site. Its mission is to catalyze entrepreneurial teams whose technology concepts are likely candidates for commercialization.
With the support of Accelerate UConn, teams will learn first-hand about entrepreneurship and explore the transition of their ideas, devices, processes, new scientific discoveries or other intellectual activities into the marketplace.
Applications for Phase 1 are currently open to teams who are interested and due by October 9th
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The 2023-2024 dates for Get Seeded are now up ... pitch for the opportunity to win seed funding for your startup idea!
Get Seeded provides UConn students across all schools the opportunity to pitch their business ideas a live audience who votes on which ideas are funded. Students 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.
Get Seeded pitch nights open to the public and are a great way to network and connect!
Tuesday, October 10th
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual
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Participating in the Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge offers numerous benefits that can have a lasting impact on your academic and professional endeavors. Here are a few compelling reasons why you should consider joining this prestigious challenge:
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Sharpen Your Excel Skills: As one of the most widely used software applications across industries, Excel proficiency is a valuable asset in today's job market. By taking part in the challenge, you will have the opportunity to enhance your Excel skills, becoming a proficient user capable of tackling complex data analysis and automation tasks.
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Gain Recognition: The Microsoft Excel Collegiate Challenge is a platform that showcases your talents and accomplishments. By competing, you can gain recognition both within your institution and beyond.
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Network with Experts: Engaging in the challenge provides a unique chance to connect with industry professionals, experienced mentors, and fellow participants from different backgrounds. Building these relationships can offer valuable insights, career advice, and potential internship or job opportunities down the road.
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Stand Out on Your Resume: Participating in such a specialized challenge sets you apart from your peers. It showcases your initiative, problem-solving abilities, and dedication to self-improvement. Listing this achievement on your resume can make a significant impression on future employers, demonstrating your commitment to always improving your skills.
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Earn a Certificate of Completion: By completing and submitting all of the 2023 monthly challenges, you will earn a Certificate of Completion from the MECC. This can be posted on LinkedIn and used to boost your visibility amongst your peers and potential employers.
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Cash Prizes and a Trip to Arizona: Students who choose to take part in the online competitions this fall will be competing for a chance to be invited to the Finals held at the University of Arizona in Tucson on December 2, 2023. It will be an unforgettable experience that combines competition, learning, and enjoyment in the beautiful Sonoran Desert.
Participation is easy and free! Visit the sign-up page and complete your registration. Please use your .EDU school email address. You will then receive further instructions on how to set up an account to access the challenge.
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In this workshop, we will be discussing the foundational principles of introducing a new product or service to market. We will analyze and discuss best practices for conducting customer discovery to hone in on actionable customer problem statements, and ultimately market insights, to maximize success potential when launching a startup business.
Led by Leland Holcomb
Leland is a Sr. Innovation Associate at CSAA Insurance Group. In his role, Leland helps AAA’s insurance arm respond to emerging threats and opportunities through new product development, core business collaboration, and partnership with startups and leading companies. Leland is also an EIR at CCEI where he helps student entrepreneurs design and conduct initial customer discovery and engage in experiential learning experiences within insurtechs.
Thursday, October 12th
6:30 PM- 7:30 PM
Virtual
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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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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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How To Get Through Procastination | |
The first set of exams are kicking in this semester! Yes, it can get overwhelming which leads to procrastination. Let us help you break that habit with a few tips and tricks given by Emilah Mumthanu, a third year business student here at UConn: | |
"I usually tend to find a location that is a bit of a walk from my dorm, just so I am able to reward myself with going home. I try to finish my tasks in one sitting, with a 5-minute break given when each task is done. That break would consist of being off the screen (a quick snack break, etc). I also like to put on playlists that make me feel like I am in need of getting my work done faster. That includes the Mario Kart background music soundtrack. Although, when needing to study, I would say I like chill lofi beats, chill indie, or soft background music to put me in the mood to memorize concepts. If interested, you guys should go check the playlists out below!"
Chill Lofi Beats
Chill Indie Playlist
Mario Kart Soundtrack Playlist
Soft Background Playlist
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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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