School of Business
Geno Auriemma UConn Leadership Conference Announces Theme, Impressive Line-Up of Speakers
The 2019 Geno Auriemma UConn Leadership Conference will focus on "Leading in Complex, Uncertain and Ambiguous Times," a reflection of the myriad of ways in which business is changing.
A Growth Industry at UConn
UConn is leading the way in cannabis cultivation and research, helping growers meet increasing demand for medical uses and teaching students who will lead this new industry.
UConn’s Jamelle Elliott: Where She is Now
Former women's basketball student-athlete Jamelle Elliott is back at UConn as an administrator, after a successful coaching career. Sometimes, she stops to watch practice for a few minutes, because she misses the echo of a bouncing basketball.
UConn: Low(er) Cost, High ROI
“Among its many advantages, a college degree gives you confidence you wouldn’t otherwise have when meeting people,” said Bill Fochi '63, whose granddaughter, Ashley Fochi ’19, is the family’s newest alumna. “Of course it’s up to you to do something with the opportunity you’re given.”
Business Law Experts: Our Knowledge Is Critical for CEOs
“There is no more important time to be a legal educator in business, and no more important time for business students to receive a robust legal education,” according to Robert Bird, UConn Professor.
Please, Thank You, and the Impact of Online Politeness
A new UConn study shows answers to questions asked on the internet are more likely to be seen as high quality if they are perceived as polite, regardless of whether the information is actually useful or helpful.
The Power of Empathy in Product Development
'Subtle things, such as imagining how someone else would feel, can have a huge impact on creativity in general,' says UConn's Kelly Herd.
Commencement Advice: In an Unpredictable World, Be True to Yourself
As he addressed a jubilant undergraduate crowd on a rainy Mother’s Day, John Fodor '85 said there are three fundamental ideals that will serve them well in both business and life.
Building a Successful Startup with UConn Support
"I was an engineering student, and that program gave me the confidence to know how to run a business," says Matt Cremins ʼ13 (ENG) '14 MS, who recently sold the beverage tech company that he began at UConn.
Homegrown Hydroponics Project Spreads Around the World
Hydroponics greenhouses engineered by Christian Heiden '20 (ENG) are now in Connecticut and Haiti, with more planned.