Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Welcome to the Innovation and Entrepreneurship community!

The Innovation & Entrepreneurship community will provide resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in innovation and entrepreneurship.  As a follower of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.  

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a Husky Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.  

Black History Month Spotlight: Ade Adesanya

February is Black History Month, and to celebrate today we’ll be highlighting Ade Adesnya, entrepreneur and founder of Moving Analytics!

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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What is UConn BUILD?

Do you have a desire to solve real-world challenges as a college student? Explore the UConn BUILD program where you can tackle real-world problems as part of a team.

By Jessica Esposito
Jessica Esposito
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Black History Month Spotlight: Angela Benton

February is Black History Month, and in honor of Black History Month today we are highlighting a trailblazing Black entrepreneur, Angela Benton.

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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UConn Researcher Invents ‘Plant Factory’ for Urban Agriculture

GREENBOX can grow high-quality food in existing indoor urban spaces and meet the need for local, sustainable food.

By Anna Zarra Aldrich
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Get Your Start in Entrepreneurship and Innovation!

Interested in a career in entrepreneurship and innovation? This free virtual experience program is perfect to give you critical skills and information about the challenges that come with being an entrepreneur!

By Michelle Shavnya
Michelle Shavnya
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Husky Mentors

  • Senior Associate, Market Insights & Consulting Consortium Health Plans
  • Senior Associate, Development Competitive Power Ventures
  • Director of Research & Innovation CC Industries, Inc.
  • Senior Manager - R&D Global B2B Duracell Inc.

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Career Outcomes

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  • Employment Locations
  • Top Universities
  • Degree Types
  • Fields of Study

First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.

Alumni & Current Student Success Stories

Featured Resources

Podcasts for Your Career Community

Listening to podcasts can give you a window into the career and work habits of people in every kind of …

The Black UpStart

The Black upStart teaches aspiring Black entrepreneurs how to start a successful and profitable business through an intense, culturally-relevant popup …

InsurTech Venturing and Fellowship Program

Are you fascinated by the world of InsurTech? The InsurTech Fellows Program is a fellowship that provides a variety of …

CCEI’s Traction Program

The Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) has launched Traction to support UConn affiliated startup ideas as they work …

NetWerx Program

The Werth Institute NetWerx Program builds bridges between current students and UConn alumni through multiple engagement opportunities centering around how …