Social Media Day 2019
Wednesday, March 13, 2019
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Professional Headshots - Room 320
12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch with an Influencer
Sarah Merrill of @BigKidProblems
SU 331
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
1:1 Social Media Consultations
12:30 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.
Opening Remarks
SU 331
Student Track
2:00 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Professional Branding
What does your online presence say about you? Social media is a powerful tool that can be used to establish your personal brand while building a professional image. We’re bringing in an industry leader to explore the various ways professional branding on social media not only enhances your online presence--but how it can also help you foster valuable connections and stand out in your industry.
Matthew Necci '03 (CLAS)
Partner, Halloran Sage
SU 331
2:30 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Student Social Media Roundtable
Students from across campus, and from all disciplines have had their fair share of professional social media experience. In a roundtable, UConn students discuss how they’ve found success on social media, both professional and personally.
Kailey Townsend '19 (CLAS), Alexis Angelini '20 (CLAS), Ama Appiah '19 (CLAS)
SU 331
3:00 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
How Employers Use Social Media to Screen Potential Hires
Think hiring committees don’t look at your social profiles? Think again. Your online footprint is the first impression you'll give most employers, and your social presence could hinder your chances at landing your dream job. Learn from an industry leader on how to tweak and polish your social presence to make you desirable and hirable.
Heather D'Amico
Senior Director of Social Media, Travelers
SU 331
3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
The Fundamentals of Fan Engagement
Dan Orlovsky
NFL Analyst, ESPN
SU 331
4:30 p.m. - 4:50 p.m.
Professional Branding (Repeated)
What does your online presence say about you? Social media is a powerful tool that can be used to establish your personal brand while building a professional image. We’re bringing in an industry leader to explore the various ways professional branding on social media not only enhances your online presence--but how it can also help you foster valuable connections and stand out in your industry.
Matthew Necci '03 (CLAS)
Partner, Halloran Sage
SU 331
5:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Student Social Media Roundtable (Repeated)
Students from across campus, and from all disciplines have had their fair share of professional social media experience. In a roundtable, UConn students discuss how they’ve found success on social media, both professional and personally.
Kailey Townsend '19 (CLAS), Alexis Angelini '20 (CLAS), Ama Appiah '19 (CLAS)
SU 331
5:30 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
How Employers Use Social Media to Screen Potential Hires (Repeated)
Think hiring committees don’t look at your social profiles? Think again. Your online footprint is the first impression you'll give most employers, and your social presence could hinder your chances at landing your dream job. Learn from an industry leader on how to tweak and polish your social presence to make you desirable and hirable.
Heather D'Amico
Senior Director of Social Media, Travelers
SU 331
Faculty/Staff Track
2:00 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Faculty Social Media Lounge
Social media is a common and important communication tool for the University, as well as its faculty and staff. It allows you to connect with researchers in your field, it can help establish you as a thought leader in your industry, and it’s a space to share and pitch your work. Learn some social media best practices while learning some industry tricks during the Faculty Social Media Lounge.
Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch
Assistant Professor, Department of Communications
SU 310
2:45 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.
The Nuts & Bolts of Social Media
Have you always wanted to jump on the social media bandwagon, but didn’t quite know where to start? This session dives into the nuts and bolts of social media. From each platform’s use, to how to sign up, to breaking down the lingo, to knowing what to post, this session will get you up and social in no time.
Dr. Sherry Pagoto
Director, UConn Center for mHealth & Social Media
SU 310
3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
The Fundamentals of Fan Engagement
Dan Orlovsky
NFL Analyst, ESPN
SU 331
4:30 p.m. - 5:05 p.m.
Faculty Social Media Lounge
Social media is a common and important communication tool for the University, as well as its faculty and staff. It allows you to connect with researchers in your field, it can help establish you as a thought leader in your industry, and it’s a space to share and pitch your work. Learn some social media best practices while while learning some industry tricks during the Faculty Social Media Lounge.
Marie Shanahan
Associate Professor, Department of Journalism
SU 310
5:15 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.
The Nuts & Bolts of Social Media
Have you always wanted to jump on the social media bandwagon, but didn’t quite know where to start? This session dives into the nuts and bolts of social media. From each platform’s use, to how to sign up, to breaking down the lingo, to knowing what to post, this session will get you up and social in no time.
Hannah Davis
Social Media Specialist, UConn Foundation
SU 310