Earning a place in the 2025 Student Hall of Fame is a prestigious honor, and Social Responsibility & Impact in Business graduate student Arianna Landesbaum has rightfully earned this recognition. Established in 1993, the UConn School of Business Hall of Fame recognizes alumni and current students who have demonstrated exceptional career success, industry contributions, and community engagement. Arianna embodies these qualities, making her selection as a Student Hall of Fame Fellow a well-earned recognition of her dedication and leadership within the MS Social Responsibility & Impact in Business (MSSRIB) program.
Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Analytics and Information Management in just three years, Arianna will now complete the MSSRIB in one. She views this achievement as both an “honor and a blessing,” crediting her success to the unwavering support of her family, professors, mentors, and peers. Throughout her time at UConn, she actively sought to make a difference through leadership, service, and academics, particularly focusing on initiatives that align with social responsibility, and now, her contributions are being officially recognized.
Arianna’s selection in this highly competitive process stems from her exceptional leadership, innovation, and her strong commitment to social impact – principles that are central to the MSSRIB program. She represents the values and goals that the Social Responsibility & Impact in Business program fosters in its students through her achievements. As the former Vice President of Philanthropy for Alpha Chi Omega and an active participant in HuskyTHON, she left a profound mark on the UConn community. Her role in Alpha Chi Omega was particularly defining. She spearheaded efforts to raise awareness for domestic violence through initiatives such as “Walk a Mile.” Under her leadership, the event raised a record-breaking amount for the chapter and provided a platform for survivors to share their stories. Similarly, as a HuskyTHON leader, she helped her team set a new fundraising record for Alpha Chi Omega, raising over $42,000 for Connecticut Children’s Hospital. These experiences reinforced her belief that true leadership is about service, passion, and lasting change.
Arianna’s decision to pursue a master’s degree in social responsibility is driven by her passion for marketing, deep interest in business law, and lifelong commitment to philanthropy. She believes businesses have both the power and responsibility to drive positive change, not just through philanthropy but by embedding ethical practices into operations, marketing, and governance.
In her interview Arianna stated “This degree has shaped my professional goals by showing me that success in business isn’t just about financial growth. It is about making a meaningful difference in the world,”. This sentiment echoes Mahatma Gandhi’s words: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Arianna has embodied this philosophy throughout her journey. Her success is rooted in authenticity, a value instilled by her mother, who always reminded her, “Be yourself. Everyone else is taken.” She firmly believes that embracing one’s unique values, characteristics, and perspectives are key to making a meaningful impact.
Her advice to students is simple: “Believe in yourself and pursue your goals with confidence.” With her unwavering dedication and vision, Arianna Landesbaum has left an enduring legacy at UConn, and her future work promises to change the world for the better.
Story adapted from UConn Marketing Today.
