School of Business

Sights and scenes during the School of Engineering's Commencement ceremony in Gampel Pavilion

2023 Commencement at a Glance

This weekend, students in full regalia gathered with their classmates and processed together to Gampel Pavilion and the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts to hear their names called as they join the great community of graduates stretching all the way back to 1883

Drone views of the UConn entryway sign lit green for Earth Day. March 16, 2022.

Celebrating UConn’s Class of 2023

A class full of passion, ambition, and hope

Image of a fertilizer tractor spreading ammonia based fertilizer in the morning. Inset, the Innovation Quest Logo.

Innovation Quest Crowns Three New Champions

Winning Startups Address a Cleaner Earth, Reduce Catalytic Converter Theft, Offer More Sustainable Surfboards

Portrait of a confident young businessman working in a modern office

U.S. News & World Report Ranks UConn MBA No. 1 in Connecticut

The honor comes at a time when the program is revising and strengthening its offerings to provide more flexibility in selecting courses, and greater convenience for students, who can select a mix of in-person courses, on any of three campuses in Hartford, Stamford or Waterbury, or online options.

UConn School of Business honorrees pose for a photograph in a formal setting. Front (l to r): Maria Fahy-Barry and Debra Hess Back: Thomas Marshella, Dean John A. Elliott, Anthony Rizza and Richard Vogel.

‘Hall of Fame’ Ceremony Celebrates Alumni Success—From Main Street to Wall Street

The School of Business has inducted some 150 alumni since it was created in 1993. In recognition of the 30th anniversary, many prominent inductees returned to honor those who followed in their footsteps.

Annamarie Beaulieu, a vice president at Connecticut Children's Medical Center, said the UConn Executive MBA program helped her strengthen her business knowledge, including how to build and sustain strong teams. Beaulieu will be the EMBA program's commencement speaker this weekend. (photo courtesy of CCMC)

UConn EMBA Alumna: ‘I Believe I Can Change the World’

The UConn Executive MBA is ranked among the Top 20 in the nation, according to a Forbes rankings released last fall. The program earned recognition because of its ability to attract top students, outstanding reputation among corporations, and alumni representation in senior management of Fortune 1000 companies.

Close up of a UConn-decorated mortarboard

2023 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients

Speakers from a broad range of fields and backgrounds will share their wisdom with UConn's Class of 2023

Esther Nguyen '23, standing in front of Gampel Pavilion. Esther will be the undergraduate student speak at Commencment on May 6. (Nathan Oldham / UConn 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.

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'

Kennadi, a Connecticut resident, had her wish for a puppy granted by Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut. (Contributed Photo)

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.