Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields are essential to U.S. economic competitiveness and growth. STEM-designated programs drive innovation and advancement, widening career prospects and strengthening the world economy. Those studying STEM develop a valuable quantitative and analytical skill set, elevating one's candidacy for well-paying, high-tech jobs. As you think critically about your next steps in higher education, join the UConn School of Business to learn more about the three STEM-designated Specialized Master's programs: MS in Business Analytics & Project Management (BAPM) (https://analytics.business.uconn.edu/), MS in Financial Risk Management (FRM) (https://risk.business.uconn.edu/) and MS in Financial Technology (FinTech) (https://fintech.business.uconn.edu/). This session will provide you with key information about the benefits of a STEM-designation and give you the opportunity to interact with program administrative and career staff.

Presenters: Jennifer Parker and Betsy Guala Are you or your students feeling isolated and anonymous in your online course? Want to learn strategies to overcome feelings of isolation and anonymity? If so, then join us to discuss ways to enhance instructor presence and student engagement in Online Asynchronous (OA) and Online Synchronous (OS) courses. Objectives: *Assess the current level of student engagement and instructor presence in your online classes *Define student engagement and instructor presence *Identify strategies to increase meaningful student engagement and instructor presence in your classes. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3556 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3556)

Offerings at the market may change each week, so stop by to see what we have. Bakery items may include freshly-baked pies, breads, cookies, bars, cake slices, and gluten-free/vegan offerings. Feel free to chat with the student farmers and learn more about some interesting varieties they grow, their farming practices, and what they love about Spring Valley Student Farm. Fall Market: Thursdays from Aug 28th through October 30 (pending produce/harvest availability, market may stop before October 30th)Where: Under the tents on Fairfield Way near the UConn Library Farm Fresh Market can only accept credit/debit. Open to all. Market updates: Please follow UConn Dining Services (http://instagram.com/uconndining) or Spring Valley Student Farm (http://instagram.com/springvalleystudentfarm) for market updates.

Write your memoirs to share in class. These can be short unrelated pieces or part of a larger work. New members are welcome.Facilitator: Cathy Belanger

Write your memoirs to share in class. These can be short unrelated pieces or part of a larger work. New members are welcome.Facilitator: Cathy Belanger

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Committee Amanda Denes, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Major Advisor R. Amanda Cooper, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor Elizabeth Hintz, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate AdvisorAbstract Relational maintenance is a complex process that is theoretically, contextually, and conceptually varied. Although scholarship on relational maintenance often centers on positive relational outcomes and prosocial maintenance strategies, there is little work investigating manipulative behavior within the context of maintaining interpersonal relationships. The current literature tends to examine manipulation as a single construct, underscoring its link to concepts such as Machiavellianism, psychopathy, narcissism, and sexual coercion. It is essential to demonstrate the importance of recognizing and mitigating detrimental relational outcomes; however, manipulation is not inherently negative. The present proposal uses self-determination theory to frame manipulation as an influential behavioral strategy that serves a psychological function and may operate to sustain relationships. A Model of Manipulative Maintenance (MMM) is presented, which outlines the antecedents to manipulative acts that partners engage in, how those behaviors are enacted, and the relational outcomes of manipulative behaviors. To test the model, a longitudinal study is proposed, utilizing weekly surveys to examine how psychological need fulfillment and personality traits predict manipulative behaviors and subsequent relational outcomes. A cross-lagged panel model (CLPM) within a multilevel structural equation modeling (MSEM) framework will be specified to assess the proposed pathways over time.

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For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

Graduate Student Seminar Yasas Wickramathilaka  UConn Host: Dr. Steven Suib

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For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

Opening reception for the exhibitionsFate & Magic: the Art of Maureen McCabe (https://benton.uconn.edu/fate-and-magic-the-art-of-maureen-mccabe/)Clouds: A Collaboration with Fluid Dynamics (https://benton.uconn.edu/clouds-a-collaboration-with-fluid-dynamics/) Encounters with the Collection: Exploring America at 250 Light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar Everyone is welcome. FREE admission (Suggested donation $5) RSVP Appreciated but not required.

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