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Faculty Spotlight: Hongyi Xu
Dr. Hongyi Xu might not look like your average university professor, but don’t let his youthful appearance fool you. Dr. Xu is a qualified and highly skilled instructor for the Mechanical Engineering Department as well as for the Management and Engineering for Manufacturing program at the University of Connecticut. After earning his Ph.D. in Mechanical […]
[Read More]Faculty Spotlight: Hongyi Xu
Dr. Hongyi Xu might not look like your average university professor, but don’t let his youthful appearance fool you. Dr. Xu is a qualified and highly skilled instructor for the Mechanical Engineering Department as well as for the Management and Engineering for Manufacturing program at the University of Connecticut. After earning his Ph.D. in Mechanical […]
[Read More]Faculty Spotlight: Craig Calvert
Meet Craig Calvert, Assistant Professor in Residence and Co-Director of the MEM Program. Dr. Calvert, a seasoned professional with a diverse background in chemistry and business, began his academic journey earning a bachelor’s degree in chemistry before pursuing a PhD in inorganic materials chemistry at UConn. He later obtained a Master of Science in Business […]
[Read More]MEM Lab Kickoff Event
The MEM Lab (Engineering II Building, Room 102) will be hosting a kickoff event on February 26, 3-5pm. Please stop by for free pizza, MEM merch, and prizes! We hope to see you there!
[Read More]HackUConn
HackUConn is a 20-hour event, this year taking place on March 1st-2nd, that brings together students of all majors in hopes of finding innovative solutions for this year’s theme Public Safety. Students are provided mentoring and workshops from outside professional companies and teams. Students then pitch their innovative solutions to a panel of judges for […]
[Read More]Upcoming Events
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Jan
21
Weekly STEM Virtual Office Hour 9:00am
Weekly STEM Virtual Office Hour
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome to weekly STEM virtual office hours! An open discussion where you can ‘stop by’ with your questions. This is a great opportunity to ask your questions and also gather valuable information through your peers questions. We look forward to discussing with you!
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Jan
22
MS BAPM Virtual Information Session 9:00am
MS BAPM Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
As you consider a graduate program in Business Analytics and Project Management (BAPM) at UConn, it is extremely important that you make an informed choice. Attending a virtual infosession is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces. The BAPM virtual infosessions are an ideal opportunity to learn first-hand about all of our graduate BAPM program offerings and hear from admissions representatives who can answer your questions about pursuing a degree or certificate.
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Jan
28
Weekly STEM Virtual Office Hour 9:00am
Weekly STEM Virtual Office Hour
Tuesday, January 28th, 2025
09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Welcome to weekly STEM virtual office hours! An open discussion where you can ‘stop by’ with your questions. This is a great opportunity to ask your questions and also gather valuable information through your peers questions. We look forward to discussing with you!
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Jan
29
MS SRIB Virtual Information Session 5:00pm
MS SRIB Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
As you consider a graduate program in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business at UConn, it is extremely important that you make an informed choice. Attending a virtual infosession is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces. Our virtual infosessions are an ideal opportunity for you to learn first-hand about all of our graduate program offerings in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business, and hear from admissions representatives who can answer your questions about pursuing an accelerated or traditional path to your master’s degree.
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Jan
29
Résumés & Cover Letters for Social Work Students 5:30pm
Résumés & Cover Letters for Social Work Students
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
https://uconn-edu.zoom.us/j/91941509378?pwd=WtxGiyLCv3fj0ZaMS2gDqqUxlNeS2G
Attention School of Social Work Students!
Join us for a focused, interactive workshop designed to help you craft professional résumés and cover letters tailored to your field. Whether you’re pursuing a Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) or a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), this session will equip you with the tools to effectively highlight your skills, experiences, and passion for making a difference.
What You’ll Learn:
How to format and structure a professional résumé tailored to social work positions.
Strategies for showcasing your clinical, fieldwork, and internship experiences.
Tips for writing compelling cover letters that reflect your unique strengths and align with the values of social work employers.
Common mistakes to avoid and best practices to make your application stand out.
Event Details:Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Virtual (link will be provided upon registration)
This workshop is specifically designed for School of Social Work students and is a must-attend for those seeking to build strong, impactful application materials.RSVP now to secure your spot and start preparing for success in your social work career!
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