The LAUNCH Podcast

Learn ways to begin engaging with faculty.  Assistant Professor in Residence, Bill Ryan, shares some of his tips and strategies for connecting with faculty throughout your time at UConn.   Bill Ryan joined the Marketing faculty in 2011 to head our Professional Sales and Marketing Leadership programs. He is currently the Academic Director of the Professional Sales leadership Program. Bill has more...

Learn ways to build your intercultural competency for the global marketplace. Associate Director of Global Business Programs, Arminda Kamphausen, shares some of the many opportunities offered to prepare students to enter the increasingly interconnected business world. Students Kevin Gabree and Jadah Smith also share their experiences studying abroad as business students. More opportunities: https:...

Looking to grow your skills as you prepare for what comes next after graduation? Learn how to seek out and leverage experiences outside of the classroom like case competitions, micro-internships, and student organizations that will enable you to develop. Kelly Kennedy, Director of Transformative Learning in the UConn School of Business, explains what types of opportunities - in addition to the tra...

Join Kayla, Jose, and two former UConn student athletes as they describe the impact that athletics had on their student experiences and academics. You will hear from Bryant Shirreffs, former quarterback for the UConn football program, who graduated in 2017 from the undergraduate Business program with a major in Finance. He completed the UConn Masters in Financial Risk Management program in 2018. Y...

Hear from current UConn students Tiara Addison-Vick and Richmond Le as they explain how they found community at UConn. Learn why it is important to find community and practical first steps for doing so.

Join Kayla, Emma, and Jose in saying "see you later" to Emma as she moves on to the University of Oregon. Hear from our new LAUNCH Podcast host, Jose Aponte! You will also hear practical advice and encouragement as we look ahead to the fall 2021 semester, which will undoubtedly be a season of change and transition for students returning to campus.

In this episode, spring 2021 graduates of the UConn School of Business look back and share the wisdom they gathered throughout their time in college. Learn how to make your undergraduate career a life-transformative educational experience by listening to the advice and strategies from students who have been in your shoes. You will learn tips on how to strategically engage in experiential opportuni...

Listen to Business transfer students as they share their experiences and insight about transferring to the UConn School of Business from other colleges. You will also hear from Susan Harding, a UConn School of Business Advisor who supports our transfer student population. Learn how to ease your transition to UConn, leverage your time and experiences, and set yourself up for success. Aicha Ly is a...

You hear your advisors and faculty telling you all the time to get involved in student clubs and organizations. Is it truly that important? What do students have to gain from involvement outside of the classroom? In this episode, learn why taking part in experiential learning is so important for student learning and growth. Nikki Garcia also shares some first steps students can take to get involve...

Learn about the profound impact of being a part of a mentor-mentee relationship as it relates to your educational and career path, and your personal growth. Sonja and Kelly explain how to get started on identifying a possible mentor, and how to approach the relationship from both the lens of a mentor and a mentee. Further your learning through the power of mentorship. Sonja Narcisse is a Senior Vi...

Kayla and Emma interview Dr. Bill Ryan, Assistant Professor in-Residence in the Marketing Department at the University of Connecticut. Learn about the Marketing Management major, internship opportunities, and what the career path of a Marketing Management major looks like. Marketing student Jessica Lundgren also interviews Marketing Management student Hannah Smolicz about her experience in the pro...

This is a unique and challenging time for college students, and it is more important than ever to have strong strategies in place for your academics. As we gear up for another semester in a virtual environment, Kayla, Emma, and our Business Peer Advisors - current junior and senior Business students - share practical tips and suggestions to support you with your academics in the spring 2021 semest...

Learn about the importance of engaging with our diverse world through the opportunities that UConn offers. Students learn important skills by participating in opportunities like certificate series, student organizations, international immersion trips, and case competitions. Gaining experience by engaging in these types of opportunities is vital for launching your business career! Episode Resources...

Listen to Edward Lim, UConn Business Librarian, and Kelly Kennedy, Associate Director for Student Development and Outreach in the School of Business, as they delve into the career development resources offered by the UConn Library. Learn how the library can help you understand your industry, narrow down your companies/organizations of interest, better prepare for internship and job interviews, and...

Join Emma, Kayla, and Edward Lim to learn about the strategic library resources and tools at your fingertips as a School of Business student. Achieve academic excellence by utilizing all that the library has to offer, from research support and journal access, to industry search engines and citation resources. The library will be your new secret weapon to delving deeper into your academics, writing...

What do curiosity, empathy, and reading fiction have to do with entrepreneurship? Find out in this interview with Dr. David Noble, University of Connecticut Assistant Professor in-Residence in the Department of Management and Director of the Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Learn what simple steps you can take and what resources UConn offers to get started on your entrepreneurial...

Learn about UConn's MS program in Financial Risk Management(MSFRM), which prepares students to be leaders in the fields of finance, healthcare, insurance, and technology. Through hands-on experiences, MSFRM students learn how to identify, mitigate and thereby manage financial risks on a day to day basis. UConn School of Business Advisor, Jose Aponte, shares program details and then we interview cu...

Data runs the world! UConn's MS program in Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM) prepares you to be a leader in the fields of data science, analytics, and project management. Current MSBAPM students, Haley Reierson and Giovanna Nogueira Sa, share their experiences in the program, which offers hands-on learning opportunities across industries. Interested in working in Healthcare? Marke...

As a University of Connecticut student you may have the opportunity to move between the different UConn campuses around the state. UConn students who campus-change most often go from one of the regional campuses in Hartford, Waterbury, Avery Point, or Stamford to Storrs. Learn about some common challenges and obstacles students face as they transition to the larger Storrs campus, and some helpful...

Learn how to set yourself up for optimal success with online learning. We talk to Ruth Elizabeth Morris, who offers simple and realistic strategies for studying, completing assignments, and otherwise engaging with online courses. Ruth Elizabeth Morris is the LAUNCH Program Coordinator, and also serves as an adjunct faculty member with the UConn School of Business. She is currently an instructor fo...

Dr. Rebecca Acabchuk joins us again on this special episode of The LAUNCH Podcast to offer some encouragement and perspective during these uncertain times. She also leads us in a guided meditation to help manage stress and anxiety, regain focus, and embrace the uncertainty. For more from Dr. Acabchuk, check out the episode called "The Life-Changing Benefits of Meditation with Dr. Rebecca Acabchuk....

Emma and Kayla discuss the "hidden" college curriculum - the unspoken, unwritten rules, values, and norms that govern the college environment. Learn ways to uncover and engage in the hidden curriculum to improve your academics, and grow as a person and professional. Episode Resources: https://www.npr.org/2019/10/05/678815966/college-students-how-to-make-office-hours-less-scary https://www.insidehi...

Kelly Kennedy interviews Dr. Paul Gilson, Associate Professor In-Residence and Academic Director of the Finance Department at the University of Connecticut. Learn about the Financial Management major, the CFA Institute, and what the career path of a Financial Management major looks like. Kelly and Paul discuss the advantages of the Financial Management major which include proximity to employers in...

Email is how business is conducted across industries in today's global workplace. Listen to Kelly Kennedy, Associate Director of Outreach and Student Development in the UConn School of Business, to learn how to be professional in the management and communication style of your email with faculty, staff, and others. Kelly also discusses the importance of being strategic and owning your personal bran...

Extroversion, introversion, sensing, perceiving, intuition - what do these words mean and what do they have to do with academic success? Learn about the Myers-Briggs personality assessment and what understanding your results could mean for your life, career, and academics. Alana Adams, Director of Advising in the UConn School of Business, explains how understanding your personality preferences can...