Events
Following are upcoming programs and events to be held by the Werth Institute and/or its members. Please check back frequently for updates since new events are added on an ongoing basis.
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Upcoming Events
CCEI Timely Topics – Commercializing Big Ideas: How To Push Yourself To Think Bigger
Wednesday, May 18 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM | Virtual
One of the most powerful tools for an entrepreneur is being connected with the right resources at the time they are needed most. Timely Topics is a series hosted by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation that features panels of speakers, workshops for aspiring entrepreneurs, and fireside chats with successful business leaders. Learn More About CCEI Timely Topics
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10/2 Innovate Labs Robotics Skillshare : RoboTalent Showcase
Innovate Labs Robotics Skillshare : RoboTalent Showcase
Wednesday, October 2nd, 20247:00 PM - 8:30 PM School of BusinessCome visit us at Innovate Labs to explore how to program VEX robots with custom code to perform a talent routine. The winning routine will win a prize! No experience necessary.
Register now to secure your spot!
Contact Information:jonathan.a.moore@uconn.edu
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10/3 Werth Alumni Office Hours - Mike Rota
Werth Alumni Office Hours - Mike Rota
Thursday, October 3rd, 202412:00 PM - 4:30 PM School of BusinessEnjoy lunch and a workshop with the Werth team and Mike Rota, former VP @ Fidelity on Thursday, October 3. Students have the opportunity to join a Lunch and Learn workshop with Mike from 12pm-1pm, or register to meet with Mike 1-1 afterwards.
Registration here: https://forms.office.com/r/3u5PcjnmFx
Contact Information:Please reach out to ian.bender@uconn.edu
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10/3 The Makerspace Bounce
The Makerspace Bounce
Thursday, October 3rd, 20243:00 PM - 7:00 PM Student Union TerraceBounce between UConn’s four makerspaces - Innovate Labs, the Innovation Zone, the UConn Library MakerStudio, and Innovate Wellness - through a scavenger hunt like no other. Jumpstart your creativity, bounce some ideas around, and get making! Visit at least one location to gain entrance to our carnival. Each location you visit gets you tickets to join our raffle and win a bunch of different prize bundles.
Contact Information:jonathan.a.moore@uconn.edu
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10/7 Get Seeded Pitch Night #1
Get Seeded Pitch Night #1
Monday, October 7th, 20246:00 PM - 7:30 PM VirtualGet Seeded pitch nights are open to all UConn students! The audience plays a role in deciding which teams are actually funded. After all pitches conclude, each audience member votes for the team they liked the best.
Contact Information:Michaela Hartl @michaela.hartl@uconn.edu
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10/8 CCEI Traction Workshop: Market Research
CCEI Traction Workshop: Market Research
Tuesday, October 8th, 20246:30 PM - 7:30 PM VirtualWhether you are on the edge of a new industry or looking to enter an established sector, you need to quantify and understand the industry players, segments, and size. Learn about existing sources of industry information such as market research reports and provides strategies to help you do your own analysis and estimations.By the end of the workshop, you will be able to skim through a market research report in five minutes, list proprietary and open sources of industry information, and experiment with do-it-yourself industry analysis.
Contact Information:Michaela Hartl @michaela.hartl@uconn.edu
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10/9 Innovate Labs 3D Printing Skillshare : 3D Create Clash
Innovate Labs 3D Printing Skillshare : 3D Create Clash
Wednesday, October 9th, 20247:00 PM - 8:30 PM School of BusinessCome join Innovate Labs in our 3D Printing skillshare where students will design and create a 3D creation! Explore your imagination with our 3D Pens and judge everyone’s creations in a competition. All participants will win trophy and prizes! No experience necessary.
Register now to secure your spot!
Contact Information:jonathan.a.moore@uconn.edu
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10/10 Werth Alumni Office Hours - Mike Rota
Werth Alumni Office Hours - Mike Rota
Thursday, October 10th, 202412:00 PM - 4:30 PM School of BusinessEnjoy lunch and a workshop with the Werth team and Mike Rota, former VP @ Fidelity on Thursday, October 10. Students have the opportunity to join a Lunch and Learn workshop with Mike from 12pm-1pm, or register to meet with Mike 1-1 afterwards.
Registration here: https://forms.office.com/r/3u5PcjnmFx
Contact Information:ian.bender@uconn.edu
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10/14 The Experience Innovation Expo (The Expo)
The Experience Innovation Expo (The Expo)
Monday, October 14th, 202412:00 PM - 3:00 PM Student UnionOne of the four signature events of UConn’s Month of Discovery, the Experience Innovation Expo is a premier platform for UConn students to explore and engage with the programs, institutes, professors, and student organizations across campus. The Expo offers a gateway to diverse networking opportunities and extracurricular activities, including potential on-campus employers, clubs, student-driven projects, and various programs. Our mission is to connect students with innovative thinkers, entrepreneurial leaders, and creative minds both on and off campus, helping you discover your next great pursuit. We accomplish this through an event like the involvement fair but with dynamic, hands-on activities and an experience that showcases the limitless potential of UConn’s students and faculty.
This year, the Experience Innovation Expo is going for the gold with an Olympic theme! With four distinct focus areas to explore, along with games and prizes, take a victory lap with us around the Student Union Ballroom on Monday, October 14th from 12-3 pm, to fuel your passions and jumpstart your career path!
This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent10879
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10/16 Monthly Werth Institute Social/ Loeb.NYC Internship Info Session
Monthly Werth Institute Social/ Loeb.NYC Internship Info Session
Wednesday, October 16th, 20245:00 PM - 6:00 PM School of Business BoardroomFor students interested in venture or entrepreneurship, the Loeb.NYC paid summer internship provides hands on working experience with startups and a summer of learning and networking opportunities. Learn more about the internship and the application process: https://apply.workable.com/loebnyc/j/FBE0C0B3DA/
RSVP Here: https://nexus.uconn.edu/secure_per/events/event_registration.php?ser=8574&rc=5105963281
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10/16 Innovate Labs Coding Skillshare: Essentials of Web Design
Innovate Labs Coding Skillshare: Essentials of Web Design
Wednesday, October 16th, 20247:00 PM - 8:30 PM School of BusinessCome visit us at Innovate Labs to learn the essentials of web design and master key techniques like responsive design, user experience, and modern web aesthetics. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course provides practical, hands-on lessons to help you create stunning and functional websites.
Register now to secure your spot!
Contact Information:jonathan.a.moore@uconn.edu
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10/21 Innovate Labs XReality Skillshare: Designing a Halloween VR Maze
Innovate Labs XReality Skillshare: Designing a Halloween VR Maze
Monday, October 21st, 20245:00 PM - 6:30 PM School of BusinessCome visit us at Innovate Labs to learn the how to create your own mini VR maze game using Unity software. Participants will go through how to use graphics features of Unity as well as some of the basic code to customize and upload the game to a VR headset to test and play their game. No prior experience required.
Register now to secure your spot!
Contact Information:jonathan.a.moore@uconn.edu
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10/21 CCEI Traction Workshop: The Business Model
CCEI Traction Workshop: The Business Model
Monday, October 21st, 20246:30 PM - 7:30 PM VirtualA business model describes the rationale of how an organization creates, delivers, and captures value. It is a foundational document for detailing a startup company and is required to access debt and equity capital. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the key components of a business model (and the short form version, referred to as a Business Model Canvas) and how we can use it to highlight value creation and identify risks and assumptions in your business. All participants will leave the session having begun (or honed an existing) business model canvas.
Contact Information:Michaela Hartl @michaela.hartl@uconn.edu
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