Roasted Habanero Nuts, Jalapeno/Cilantro/Lime Chips, Napa Valley Wine/Cheese Chips and Agave Sunflower Seeds were some of the ideas that UConn students pitched for a fictional private-label snack line dubbed “Simply Salt.” Continue Reading
Newly hired UConn professor Cinthia Beccacece Satornino hopes to use her expertise as part of a White House educational initiative to assist Hispanic students in completing their college education. Continue Reading
Best Work Best Life– Dr. Lucy Gilson, Professor and Management Department Head at University of Connecticut’s School of Business, and the Director of the Geno Auriemma UConn Leadership Conference, joins Kathy and Mo in a fascinating discussion about the impact of gender on the roles women and men play in academia and also the choices they make both personally and professionally. Dr. Gilson shares her keen perspectives as an educator, a leader and a researcher, revealing underlying patterns and trends that unconsciously shape both men and women in their career directions and their futures. (And don’t miss what her 14-year-old son shares as his top tips for a successful life!).
One of the first things people notice about Accounting Professor Mo Hussein is his warm personality. The second, is that he enjoys a little mischief.
“I once told students that my grandfather was a witch doctor,” he said, with a twinkle in his eye. “And some of them believed it!”
Hussein has spent his 38-year career at UConn, where he has taught thousands of students and helped to build the accounting department’s reputation as among the best in the nation. He also served as accounting department head from 1989-90 and from 2003-15, and as interim dean of the School of Business from 2006-07. Continue Reading
Ineffective crisis leadership can be detrimental to a company’s image and value. Hence it is of upmost importance to be ready to lead when things are going smoothly and when there are crises. Six UConn School of Business student leaders from the Honors in Business Association, UConn Consulting Group, and Undergraduate Business Association sought to learn effective crisis leadership at the 17th Annual Undergraduate Business School Leadership Conference (UBSLC) in February. The UBSLC is hosted by Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. The three day student-run conference gave students the opportunity to explore the topic of leadership, specifically the theme of Crisis Leadership. Continue Reading
Doctoral Student Nicole Jones Young Wins Her Second Award for Research on ‘Trickle-Down Leadership’ and Inclusivity
Management doctoral candidate Nicole Jones Young has won her second prestigious award in two years for research that shows employees pay close attention to their bosses’ actions, more than their words, when it comes to inclusivity in the workplace.
“A Trickle-Down Approach to Inclusive Leadership: The Role of Supervisory Moral Identity,” was recognized by the prestigious Southern Management Association (SMA) as the top doctoral research paper focused on ethics, social and diversity issues.Continue Reading
‘Pink Tie Affair’ Spreads Message that Disease Impacts Everyone
Students, faculty and families gathered in a powerful display of reflection and hope during a breast cancer awareness fundraiser called The Pink Tie Affair.
Hosted by the UConn Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) and Travelers EDGE, the most touching moment of the Oct. 16 evening was when members of NABA and the audience shared their personal stories of how breast cancer has taken their loved ones.Continue Reading
Businesses Should Encourage Mentoring for Women, Minorities Says Alumna, SUNY Plattsburgh Dean Rowena Ortiz-Walters ’96, ’05 Ph.D.
A photo on the wall in Rowena Ortiz-Walters’ office shows her spunky 5-year-old daughter nestled happily between her two big brothers, a big, mischievous grin on her face.
“Leadership is stamped all over her DNA. She’s feisty, competitive, strong and confident,” Ortiz-Walters says about her youngest child. “I don’t want that to ever be stripped away from her. I want my daughter, and all young women, to have powerful female role models.”Continue Reading
The UConn Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) attended the 39th Annual NABA National Convention and Expo on June 10, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Four members were afforded the opportunity to attend: Brandon Madden ’16, co-president, Kenny Okafor ’17, chief financial officer, Shantaye Taylor ’17, co-president, and Danielle Wellington ’15, immediate past president.
This conference marks UConn NABA’s second consecutive national appearance and the furthest distance from the University that the chapter has traveled thus far. Scholars from across the nation gathered to forge new bonds and strengthen existing ones. In the midst of all the excitement, scholars were able to focus and conduct business efficiently.
Student reflection is often the most rewarding outcome of attending a NABA conference. The old Vegas saying goes, “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas,” but, for all intents and purposes, we will spare the quote as a few scholars wanted to share their experiences. Okafor states, “I developed professionally and personally by networking with representatives from several companies.” In addition, Kenny spoke on his relationship with the Chapter, “This experience strengthened my relationship with other members in the UConn Chapter… We grew together and it showed the value of teamwork, communication, and professionalism.”
Taylor also had a few memorable experiences to share. Taylor said, “The conference has not only allowed me to enhance my leadership skills and professionalism, but has given me the opportunity to network with a great amount of professionals from various companies.”
It is clear the NABA National Conference is a positive catalyst in the careers of young black accountants. The UConn NABA Chapter is grateful for their ability to attend the national conference and looks to make their appearance annual.
It would be unforgiving to not mention the ever generous resources and companies that made UConn’s trip possible. The Chapter would like to extend a special thanks to Deloitte, EY, Liberty Mutual, the UConn School of Business’ Office of Diversity Initiatives and Accounting Department. We’d also like to thank the many private donors that participated in the Chapter’s Ignite initiative
