Yale Daily News – As Gov. Ned Lamont prepares to introduce the first budget of his administration on Wednesday, his office has dropped a series of hints on how the budget will shape up.
Faculty
Why it pays to have Gen Z women on business teams
Fox Business – For most CEOs, HR partners and operations directors who have never given much thought to Gen Z, those born between 1995-2010, data from a new report should be their wake-up call: Pay attention to the “innovation Opens a New Window. generation” if you want to drive growth and global competitiveness.
In Memoriam: Longtime Board of Trustees Chairman Gordon W. Tasker
John A. Elliott Appointed Interim Provost

John A. Elliott, dean of the School of Business, has been appointed interim provost at UConn, effective March 1. Continue Reading
The Quest for Joy
Medium – A Q&A with Professor Robin Coulter about Marie Kondo, the psychology of clutter, and what it means for marketers.
In-House Counsel Insights: What In-House Counsel Need to Know About Blockchain
The National Law Review – Ward and Smith attorney Trip Coyne moderated a discussion with three panelists:
David Noble, director of The Peter J. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management at the University of Connecticut and Founder of GunClear.
Stephen Rogers, vice president of blockchain initiatives for supply chain industry platforms at IBM, and
Bob Meeks, a Ward and Smith patent attorney.
They started by explaining what blockchain — the technology that powers cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin as well as a growing number of business applications — is.
With Few Options, Lamont Considers Taxing Groceries
The CT Mirror – Gov. Ned Lamont wants to end Connecticut’s cycle of budget deficits, deliver property-tax relief and amass a fiscal bulwark against the next recession. But to do it, he may push wary legislators to extend the sales tax for the first time to groceries, medications and other long-exempt items.
In Memoriam: Herbert Spirer 1925-2018
Professor Emeritus Herbert F. Spirer Ph.D., known for his sense of humor and wit, his infinite kindness and his devotion to family, has passed away.Continue Reading
Dean’s Report 2018
Entrepreneurship
When entrepreneur Peter J. Werth pledged more than $22 million to the University of Connecticut last winter, for the creation of the Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, a new chapter was written in UConn’s history.Continue Reading
In Remembrance: Professor Stephen D. Messner
Dr. Stephen D. Messner. 82, of Lake Mary Florida, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 20th 2018 surrounded by his beloved wife Susan, and daughters Stephanie and Pamela.Continue Reading