Peer Mentor Engagement Form Step 1 of 4 - Information 25% Name(Required) First Last Peer Mentor(Required)Aleanna SotoAlexandra RichoAngelica PeraltaBella CappuccioBrandon AllenCarolyn SuttonDaniya ChopraEthan LiHao ZhuoIan RutledgeJoey YangJuliana WisemanKaty SparmerMinnie SirichanthoNathaly HerreraNeha JayannaNicole YildirimRenee KwokTara SperryKristin GlinzakStudent ID:(Required)NetID:(Required)UConn Email:(Required) Campus:(Required)Select CampusHartfordStamfordStorrsWaterburyUPO Advisor(Required)Select Student's Assigned UPO AdvisorAlana AdamsAlex SauerAlison LermanBeth WilliamsDan LevyEddie PapazoniHunter TasheaInga PoetzlJia CaiJose AponteKristin GlinzakLaila ChaouiNakeia MooreMajor of Interest(Required) Accounting Analytics & Information Management (formerly Management Information Systems) Business Administration Business Data Analytics Finance Financial Management Healthcare Management Management Marketing Marketing Management Real Estate & Urban Economic Studies What type of skills are you wanting to learn more about?(Required) Professional Skills Global Skills Industry Skills Innovation Skills I am not sure Opportunities to Explore Further Below you will find opportunities to engage and build your business experience relevant to the majors and skill areas that interested you.Student Organizations(Required)Engaging beyond the classroom is an important part of your development as a student and professional. In addition to offering the opportunity to network, student organizations strengthen leadership skills, teach time management, and are a great way to build friendships. Field/Major-Focused Organizations provide students from any major the opportunity to connect with students in or interested in similar business majors career fields. Major-focused organizations often feature opportunities to learn more about that industry and connect to alumni in the field. Special Interest Organizations provide students from any major the opportunity to connect with students interested in similar areas of bsinesss including campus specific business organizations, identity based organizations, and interdisciplnary approaches to business like global business, consulting, and case competitions. Non-Business Student Organizations exist in a multitude of interest areas including social, community service, hobbies and special interests, and recreation. While participating in a non-business student organization may not immediately seem relatable to building your business experience, taking on leadership roles in any organization can provide valuable transferable skills for internships and jobs. Enter notes for any specific student organizations or involvement opportunities you discussed with the student.(Required)Engage Now Website(Required) The LAUNCH Archives chronicle topical and ongoing opportunities for students interested in business to explore and build there business expeirence. Check previous communications for upcoming events and publications focused on a variety to special topic areas like studying abroad as a business student, mentorship programs, graduate school opportunities, and much more! The LAUNCH Podcast features conversations with current and past students, and a variety of academic and business professionals discussing various topics of interest for business students. Current episodes includes highlights of various majors, up and coming industries in business, insights into graduate programs, and advice from students on getting involved. Office of Diversity Initiatives(Required) The Office of Diversity Initiatives aims to be a national leader in preparing its students for success in a culturally and racially diverse society, by elevating diversity as an essential component of academic excellence and dismantling disparities in education, wealth, and economic opportunity. Check often for programming opportunities like the Equity Now Speaker Series. Undergraduate Career Development Office(Required) The Undergraduate Career Development Office (UCDO) offers a variety of professional development and skill building opportunities. Check their website frequently for upcoming Career Tuesday visiting companies; help with resumes, LinkedIn, Handshake, and interview prep, or business career expo events. Industry Snapshot Series(Required) Industry Snapshots are a series of programs designed by the Office of Undergraduate Programs in the School of Business. It is a one-hour recorded virtual panel discussion with recent business alumni with targeted questions that will allow students to gain insights into different industries. These programs will assist undergraduate business students in making better academic major and career path choices for their future. Forage(Required) Forage is an online career simulation tool that is designed specifically for students to explore and unlock industry specific skills. These career simulations are put together by companies and include a specific task to be accomplished with accompanying resources. These tasks are designed to mirror real world experience and examples in that particular industry. You can search for different simulations based on industry or by company name. BADM/BUSN 1801 Course Opportunities(Required) BUSN 1801: The Gramling Mentorship Program offers undergraduate business students the opportunity to be paired with a business graduate student mentor. Students will identify the traits, career interests, and knowledge they desire from a mentor and opportunities to explore these areas further throughout this one-credit, online, asynchronous course. BUSN 1801: Intercultural Competencies for the Global Marketplace - typically taught in Spring semesters this one credit, online, asynchronous course offers freshmen and sophomore students the opportunity to explore global perspectives and working with diverse teams. BADM 1801: Women in Finance - This one credit course offers students the chance to explore the unique experiences and challenges faces by women in the field of Finance. Featuring alumni and prominent leaders in the field students explore contemporary issues and ways to prepare to enter Finance career industries. Open to all students regardless of gender identity. BUSN 1801: Financial Management Mentorship Program - This 1-credit spring section of BUSN 1801 offers regional campus Financial Management majors the opportunity to earn academic credit as they develop a professional relationship with a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst). Students will be paired with a professional Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) through the Hartford CFA Society who will serve as a mentor. Priority is shown to students whose career goals include working within the field of wealth management after graduation. Micro-Internships(Required) Micro-Internships are short-term, paid, professional assignments that are similar to those given to new hires or interns. These projects enable Career Launchers to demonstrate skills, explore career paths, and build their networks as they seek the right full-time role. Unlike traditional internships, Micro-Internships can take place year-round, typically range from 5 to 40 hours of work, and are due between one week and one month after kick-off. OPIM Innovate(Required) OPIM Innovate is an educational research lab providing students of all disciplines with opportunities and resources to learn, explore, and develop industry-valued skills outside the classroom around emerging technology and analytics. Opportunities for self-guided learning experiences (Lab Kits) are available in virtual and in-person formats. Innovation Zone(Required) The Innovation Zone creates an environment where UConn students can bring their ideas from conception to reality. Upon completion of the appropriate safety training, students have access to the prototyping equipment including 3D printers, vinyl cutter, table and band saws, laser cutter, hand tools, as well as the textile and electronics stations within the space. Various workshops are also provided to introduce students to new and innovative topics that they may not otherwise get to experience. The ultimate goal of the Innovation Zone is to inspire creative and innovative thinking while providing a hands-on learning environment that encourages innovative design, prototyping, collaboration, problem solving and entrepreneurship. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation(Required)Explore the various opportunities with Werth such as HackUConn, Month of Discovery, Innovation Expo and more with the The Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation The Stamford Startup Studio (S3) employs UConn students full-time to create technology products for local industries. S3 provides a cooperative educational experience where students spend a year outside of the classroom gaining hands-on experience networking and collaborating with consultants, corporate partners, venture capitalists, and senior business leaders to ensure they’re bringing relevant and innovative solutions to market. Special attention is paid to skill development around emerging technologies, such as machine learning, 5G-ready applications, and virtual and augmented reality. HackUConn is a 20-hour marathon event that aims to bring together UConn undergraduate innovators across all majors and industry experts for a non-stop, fast-paced innovation competition. Students form groups at the start of the event and combine their technical skills and competencies with the resources we provide such as hacking supplies, 3D printers, laser cutters, and mentorship. The Werth Institute NetWerx Program builds bridges between current students and UConn alumni through multiple engagement opportunities centering around how to apply an entrepreneurial mindset to career exploration and personal development. Various time commitment levels range from a single afternoon session with students to multiple student meetings over a longer period. The Werth Innovators Leadership Development Programs are entrepreneurial leadership programs for UConn’s undergraduate students looking to grow their mindsets and skillsets. Werth Innovators have an idea they want to pursue and need help doing so through resources, experiences, and confidence. The Experience Innovation Expo (EIE) is an opportunity for UConn students to discover the wide range of programs, resources, and activities facilitating entrepreneurship, innovation, and creativity at the university. It is an experiential venue where students will have hands on opportunities to explore what's available to them. Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CCEI)(Required) Get Seeded Pitch Nights provide UConn students across all schools the opportunity to pitch their business ideas a live virtual audience who then votes on which ideas are funded. Students that are selected to pitch have an opportunity to earn up to $1,000 in seed funding for their idea as well as support from other students who may be interested in joining their business venture. The Traction Program is now designed to provide on- and off-ramps for students to participate in various entrepreneurship programs. The main elements of this program include: open workshops, office hours with mentors, a point system for students to gain access to seed funding, and an application process to join our incubation space. Timely Topics - monthly, virtual talks related to business and entrepreneurship. Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC)(Required) Bloomberg at UConn Self-paced e-learning certifications available in a variety of topics including Bloomberg Market Concepts, Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals, and Bloomberg Environmental Social Governance. All can be completed on your personal computer or at a Bloomberg Terminal. Student Managed Fund (SMF)(Required) The UConn Student Managed Fund (SMF) provides students an opportunity to gain valuable, year long, hands-on experience in fiduciary management of investment assets, during a students 7th and 8th semesters. SMF has undergraduate teams at Stamford and Storrs - consisting of 10 to 12 members under the guidance of faculty advisors. Interested students are recommended to start preparing as sophomores. Hillside Ventures(Required) Hillside Ventures is an early-stage venture fund supporting companies either founded by UConn alumni or that are in the sustainability, insurtech, or edtech industries. Hillside provides students real world venture capital experience as they invest into startups while receiving mentorship and guidance from a panel of expert alumni. Global Business Opportunities(Required)Global Business Programs facilitates opportunities and supports UConn students, faculty, staff, alumni and our community to engage and learn about international business as well as understand that business has a responsibility to people and planet. We highlight impactful programs that focus on cultural competency and sustainable business knowledge so our students – undergraduate & graduate - succeed in the global marketplace Export Professional Development Certifications were created in partnership with the Connecticut District Export Council to promote knowledge about exporting to students who may wish to have this additional skill for their résumés and potential internships. In a global economy, knowledge of exporting logistics and compliance is crucial for businesses of all sizes, as 95% of all consumers live outside the U.S. Completing one or more of these tracks will help prepare students to assist an SME (Small to Medium size Enterprise) to begin or expand their exporting capabilities. Global Business Case Competitions offer students from a variety of majors the opportunity to tackle real-wrold business problems from a varity of perspectives. Case competitions change each semester so check back often for current opportunities. Global Business Ambassadors are experienced in our many programs, enthusiastic about learning and participating in international business, and excited to share how the programs have, and are, benefitting them. The Global Business Leadership in Sustainability Summit (GBLSS) is a half-day event that gathers professionals, faculty, and students to discuss key sustainability topics for business. The summit aims to create a space to build productive relationships with sustainable business partners while continuing to educate and prepare our students. The summit is historically held in the spring on the Storrs campus. Create 1-3 SMART Goals to help you increase your engagement based on the information your reviewed with your Peer Mentor. SMART Goals are: S = Specific: Make your goals as specific as possible. M = Measurable: Be sure that your goal is measurable. A = Attainable: Set goals that you can reasonably achieve, given your current situation. R = Realistic: Set goals that are grounded in reality, not an idealized version of your future. T = Timely: Establish a timeline for reaching your goal Example: By the end of this semester, I will join a mailing list for a student organization or I will read LAUNCH List emails every week and identify opportunities to attend or explore further.SMART Goal #1(Required)SMART Goal #2SMART Goal #3Before proceeding to the last page, wrap-up your meeting with the student and let them know a copy of the notes and resources you discussed in the meeting will be sent to their UConn email. Stop Light Assessment of Student(Required)This is a quick assessment of how the student is doing this semester (overall). Please note that choosing Red will send an alert to the student's advisor. Green - student reports that classes are going well (A's and B's)and they feel prepared for finals, they feel fairly adjusted to UConn and are enjoying their time, they've engaged in some out of class experiences and feel like they are finding their community at UConn Yellow - student is doing ok in classes (possibly getting C's), they may have some unrealistic expectations about their abilities in classes or how finals will go, they have attempted to get involved but may not have stayed with anything, they may not feel entirely comfortable at UConn but are working on ways to find community Red - student reports they are doing poorly in classes (D's and Fs in one or more classes), they have not discussed this with anyone or taken steps to improve grades, they are not involved nor are they making attempts to get engaged, they feel lonely/isolated and possibly like UConn is not for them Please enter brief notes explaining your choice above and any other pertinent information from your meeting.(Required)CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
