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The News & Notes is a resource for alumni and current students of the University of Connecticut School of Business to stay up-to-date with their alumni network. We hope by providing information about our accomplished alumni, students and other alumni will have the opportunity to gain a better understanding about their industry and broaden their network.






Scott S. Cowen ’68

Scott S. Cowen ’68 has been recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus by the UConn Alumni Association. Mr. Cowen is currently the president of Tulane University and is being honored for rebuilding the school after Hurricane Katrina, establishing a charter school, and creating a public service requirement for undergraduates to help the city of New Orleans.



Geri Armalavage ’87

Geri Armalavage ’87 is the only woman in the U.S. to receive designations from the Certified Business Appraiser as well as the Appraisal Institute. Mrs. Armalavage is the senior managing director of Valbridge Property Advisors. Mrs. Armalavage has over 26 years of experience in her field.



Paulette R. Alviti ’92

Paulette R. Alviti ’92 has been named as the senior vice president and chief human resources officer at Foot Locker, Inc.  Ms. Alviti has more than 20 years of experience in human resources and employee management and will oversee the development of delivery and global human resources, serving over 38,000 Foot Locker, Inc. associates worldwide.


Daniel D. Pinho ’02 MBA

Daniel D. Pinho ’02 MBA has been recognized as one of the “20 Under 40 Latinos Going Places” by Poder 360 magazine. Mr. Pinho is currently the senior vice president of the Trade Finance Group at PNC Bank. Mr. Pinho has had over 17 years of experience doing business in Latin American Companies.