Author Archive
UConn Broadcaster Pushes for Change in the Press Box
Journalism and communication alumnus Adam Giardino ’11 (CLAS) talks about how the George Floyd tragedy inspired him to push for change in the broadcast booth and how his idea of making it to the big leagues remains at UConn.
Alumnus Dwayne Proctor Advances Public Health and Racial Equity
The President of the Missouri Foundation for Health explains how advice from Ray Charles led him to earn advanced degrees in communication from UConn, a career in public health, and service with the NAACP Foundation.
UConn Alum Shapes U.S. Climate Policy
By staying curious and saying yes to opportunities, Catherine Pomposi ’10 (CLAS) translated her degree in statistics and environmental analysis into a Ph.D. in climate science and a career on Capitol Hill.
Clinton Lo-Lau’s Journey from UConn to TikTok
The UConn psychology alumnus discusses his current role at one of the world's most popular social media platforms and how his college experience shaped his life and career.
A Look at Classes during COVID-19
Educators in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences have adopted solutions to improve learning and stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Katharina von Hammerstein Named BOT Distinguished Professor
The professor of literatures, cultures, and languages in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences was one of three UConn professors to receive the University’s highest academic honor in 2020.
CLAS Class of 2020: Amber Smith
In the first installment in the CLAS Graduating Students series, Amber Smith ’20 (CLAS) shares how UConn prepared her to invest in her Hartford, Connecticut community.
A New Phase for the Gant Science Complex
A third of the way through its 10-year renovation, the Gant Complex—otherwise known as the Math-Science Building—is already showing off as a hub for collaborative learning and research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
UConn Hosts New Sports Analytics Symposium
The event brought 130 students of all levels together with academics and industry experts to learn about the field of data science and its applications in sports.
Outstanding Scholars Join the CLAS Faculty
Thirteen talented new faculty members, including two endowed chairholders, will teach and conduct research on subjects ranging from human history and social structures to astrophysics and the environment.