School of Business
Esther Nguyen, Student Commencement Speaker, To Begin Healthcare Management Career at Yale
“Over the years, I’ve come to realize and appreciate the excellence at the School of Business. People are exceling at internships, they are starting companies, pursuing postgraduate education, and so much more. There is so much to celebrate here,’’ Nguyen said. “I wanted to express my gratitude to all the people who’ve been on this journey with me.’’
Brianna Regine Walston ’17, Founder of Strategic Communication Agency, Named Young Entrepreneur of the Year
'Either become an entrepreneur or you’ll always wonder what would have happened if you did'
Three Compassionate Alumni Win Competition, Offer Ideas to Help Make-A-Wish Reach More Connecticut Children
The competition was designed to help the non-profit Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut to reach more children who could benefit from the services, more sharply communicate the organization’s purpose, and draw an expanded team of volunteers.
Hartford Business Journal Honors MBA Executive Director Mia Hawlk As a Top Woman In Business
"It's an honor to serve this community of rising business leaders," Hawlk said. said. "What makes me particularly proud is UConn's expanded access to MBA programs. We seek to engage and support people who might otherwise struggle to pursue an advanced degree, such as busy parents and people who work in the evenings."
MEM Co-Director Craig Calvert, Who Goes Above-and-Beyond for Students, Recognized as a Top UConn Educator
Ten years ago, Calvert began working as an adjunct professor at UConn, and found his passion in the classroom. He joined the full-time OPIM faculty in 2018. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he is the co-director of the MEM (Management & Engineering for Manufacturing) program, a highly competitive, dual-degree business and engineering major with a manufacturing focus.
Despite Significant Challenges, Students, Alumni and Industry Professionals Share Optimism About a More ‘Green’ World
The students who attended Friday’s program said they were intrigued by what they learned, both good and bad, and that sustainability will play a role in their professional and personal lives.
UConn Alumnus, CEO of Software Innovator, Named Small Business Person of the Year
'After all these years I still feel like every transaction is significant, and the relationships we form with customers need to be authentic if we’re going to grow'
Fish Food and the Foundry: How One UConn Startup Went Global and Others Can, Too
'We’re increasing Connecticut manufacturing and exporting; it's one of those things where the Foundry provided wins all around'
UConn to Host Business ‘Sustainability Summit’
'I wish to be part of the business revolution'
School of Business Celebrates 30th Anniversary ‘Hall of Fame’ Event
The UConn School of Business will host its 30th Anniversary Alumni Hall of Fame ceremony in April, drawing more than 300 attendees to celebrate the achievements of outstanding alumni.