The LAUNCH Podcast

The LAUNCH Podcast

Are you a new or continuing college student? The LAUNCH Podcast was created just for you!  Hear from experts - students, staff, and faculty alike - across the University of Connecticut campuses as they share their resources and strategies to help you develop as a student, person, and professional. From the importance of finding your community and learning about yourself, to practical tips on how to study, to an in-depth look at academic opportunities at UConn – you will learn how to create and engage in a truly life-transformative educational experience. Brought to you by the University of Connecticut School of Business Undergraduate Program.

  1. 10/02/2023

    Engaging with Faculty - A Conversation with Bill Ryan

    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 than 20 years of private sector experience, most recently at Travelers as Second Vice President, National Agency Management, where he worked closely with leading brokers and agency networks, representing over $700 million in annual revenue. Prior to that, Bill held positions in marketing, brand and customer management at CIGNA, Campbell’s Soup, Pepsi-Cola and The Gillette Company. Bill has been at UCONN since 2004, serving as an adjunct marketing instructor. In his current role, Bill is active in teaching undergraduates and PMBA’s at Storrs and the regional campuses, advising students and leading outreach with employer partners that recruit students for marketing and sales internships and career track positions. Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html Episode Transcript: coming soon.

    19 min

  2. 12/20/2022

    Build Your Global Business Skills with Arminda Kamphausen, Kevin Gabree and Jadah Smith

    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://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/experience/ Arminda Kamphausen is the Associate Director of Global Business Programs and an Academic Counselor with the UConn School of Business. She completed her undergraduate degree at Wheaton College and her graduate work at Baylor University. She is passionate about collaborating with alums and industry professionals to innovate programs and leverage experience. Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html Episode Transcript: coming soon.

    54 min

  3. 04/08/2022

    What are FinTech, Analytics, and Risk Management? With Kaitlyn Speaker, Anna Radziwillowicz, and John Preli

    Join Kayla and Jose as they discuss emerging trends and career paths within the fields of FinTech, Analytics, and Risk Management. They are joined by faculty and representatives from the School of Business who share practical information about getting started in each of these fields.  Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html Kaitlyn Speaker Bio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlynspeaker/ Anna Radziwillowicz Bio: https://www.business.uconn.edu/person/anna-radziwillowicz/ John Preli Bio: https://risk.business.uconn.edu/person/john-preli/  Episode transcript coming soon.

    36 min

  4. 01/06/2022

    How to Build Your Business Skillset with Kelly Kennedy and Jacob Chambal

    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 traditional 9 to 5 summer internship - can enable you to grow your skills and gain practical experience. You will also hear from UConn Marketing Management student Jacob Chambal as he shares his experience interning through UConn, what he learned, and how that has shaped his career path. Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html

    47 min
  5. Applying a Sports Mindset to Academics with Bryant Sherriffs and David Langer

    09/13/2021

    Applying a Sports Mindset to Academics with Bryant Sherriffs and David Langer

    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. You will also hear from David Langer, infielder for the 2021 Big East Champion UConn baseball team, who graduated with a UConn Business Management major in 2020 and his Masters in Financial Risk Management in 2021.

    46 min
  6. Find Your UConn with Tiara Addison-Vick and Richmond Le

    08/27/2021

    Find Your UConn with Tiara Addison-Vick and Richmond Le

    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.

    34 min
  7. Thriving Through Transition

    07/29/2021

    Thriving Through Transition

    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.

    30 min
  8. Seniors Share Advice for New Business Students with Jordan Wang, Sarah Fede, and Angela Wang

    05/11/2021

    Seniors Share Advice for New Business Students with Jordan Wang, Sarah Fede, and Angela Wang

    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 opportunities, communicate effectively with your faculty, and much more. Music: https://www.free-stock-music.com/mixaund-business-corporate.html https://www.free-stock-music.com/allerlei-von-nicolai-something-in-nothing.html Episode transcript: https://undergrad.business.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/454/2021/05/LAUNCH-Podcast-Senior-Reflections.pdf

    29 min
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Are you a new or continuing college student? The LAUNCH Podcast was created just for you!  Hear from experts - students, staff, and faculty alike - across the University of Connecticut campuses as they share their resources and strategies to help you develop as a student, person, and professional. From the importance of finding your community and learning about yourself, to practical tips on how to study, to an in-depth look at academic opportunities at UConn – you will learn how to create and engage in a truly life-transformative educational experience. Brought to you by the University of Connecticut School of Business Undergraduate Program.

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  • Creator
    The LAUNCH Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2023
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
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