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March 29, 2017 – Finance and Investing

The finance society held a discussion on finance and investing on Wednesday, March 19th. The discussion included Pat Terrion, the former SMF instructor who currently manages a large mutual fund in Hartford, and Jeff Annello, who works at Farnam Street Media. Thank you to all who participated.

February 15, 2017 – FACTSET

The finance society hosted FACTSET on Wednesday, February 15th. We heard from UConn senior James Klaassens about his internship experience at FACTSET. Ashley Peckham of FACTSET also talked about her firm’s opportunities for students. Thank you to everyone involved.

November 2, 2016 – Bull vs Bear Debate

Left: Reilly Cotter, Right: John Roberts
Left: Reilly Cotter, Right: John Roberts

The finance society had a busy night on Wednesday, November 2nd. To begin the meeting the Dairy Farmers of America gave a presentation on the full time and internship opportunities available. Then the Current Events Committee updated members on the world of finance. To end the meeting the Finance Society hosted its first of the year Bull vs Bear Debate with members Reilly Cotter defending the bull side and John Roberts defending the bear. Thank you to everyone that participated.

October 26, 2016 – Current Events Discussion

Left: Stephen Mwangi, Right: Steven Gasparini
Left: Stephen Mwangi, Right: Steven Gasparini

The finance society held a current events discussion on Wednesday, October 26th. The discussion was led by Finance Society Vice President of Content Stephen Mwangi and Current Events Committee Member Steven Gasparini. Members were updated on the markets as well as given a briefing on credit and capital structures.