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In the Media
David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, says as cryptocurrency is increasingly tied to new and evolving technology, the crypto market will continue to get stronger.
In the Media
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, talks about the leaked decision from the Supreme Court and its impact nationwide.
In the Media
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of Esports, says that teams in South Korea’s T1 league, a $220 million industry, play very differently than those from North America league.
In the Media
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, and Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, wrote an op-ed on Connecticut’s decision to create a gas tax holiday to help consumers with skyrocketing fuel prices.
In the Media
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, discusses the potential implications of Roe v. Wade being ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court and what could happen to Connecticut's abortion laws.
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Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of esports, says the lack of interest in pop culture reflects the mood around the country.
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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence for marketing and the Executive MBA program, says companies already giving their female employees financial assistance for out-of-state abortion travel expenses are viewed positively for protecting women's rights.
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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, talks about a federal judge’s ruling striking down mask mandates on public transportation.
The Charger Blog
Alice Gao ’94 MBA has closely collaborated with individuals and businesses in the U.S. and China throughout her distinguished banking career. Now a senior vice president for East West Bank in Pasadena, California, she is growing and leading a new cross-border team that is bridging banking in and between the U.S. and China, the world’s two largest markets.
In the Media
Jan Jones, lecturer and coordinator for hospitality and tourism management, and Anthony Santella, professor and director of the Doctor of Health Science Program, say that the reversal of the mandate requiring facemasks on mass transit and airlines has created confusion and frustration, as it came without warning.
In the Media
John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, says rising fertilizer costs and planting fewer crops will mean less food for consumers and higher prices.
The Charger Blog
The second annual EntreprenHER event, which will take place on Thursday, March 31, at 5:30 p.m. at the University’s Orange Campus, will bring together women entrepreneurs from across Connecticut and members of the University community. It will enable finalists to pitch their businesses to a panel of judges and create networking opportunities for students.
In the Media
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of Esports, says having a major brand sponsor validates all esports leagues to get the same level of commitment.
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Angelia Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing, says continuing litigation against small businesses for non-compliance back in 2020 on violations of pandemic restrictions would cause most to go under, as fines would be tens of thousands of dollars.
The Charger Blog
Marcus Paca, MBA, created the Helping Hands Initiative, which he describes as a triumvirate connecting the University with local nonprofits and corporate philanthropy. He looks forward to the collaborative opportunities it will create between the University and local organizations, as well as the experiences it will provide for underrepresented students to excel in nonprofit leadership roles.
In the Media
Jan Jones, lecturer, and coordinator for hospitality and tourism management says that politics and divisive issues can impact a tourist destination.
The Charger Blog
Taylor Geaglone ’22 recently visited Atlanta for the first time, where she competed in the National Collegiate Sports Sales Championship. She was well prepared to take part in the event, thanks, in part, to the support of several professionals who work in the field of sales – all of whom are University alumni.
In the Media
Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity, computer and electrical engineering; Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations; Olena Lennon, an adjunct professor of political science and international affairs; David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance; and Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, took part in a panel discussion on the war in Ukraine and its impact. The special program was part of collaboration with WFSB, with the show airing on WFSB+ and WFSB’s Facebook page.
In the Media
Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about the price of gas and where it may be in the next few weeks.
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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, said that shutting down the Keystone pipeline a year ago strengthened Russia's economy.