Author Archive
Scholars Highlight Gaps in Research About Women and Girls of Color in STEM and Public Health Fields
The Collaborative identifies gaps in and furthers our understanding on issues of race and identity for women, trans and gender diverse people, and girls of color.
Akiko Nishiyama Explains the Many Strengths of a Degree in Physiology and Neurobiology
The new department head of physiology and neurobiology combines her background in medical training and scholarly research to lead students into the future of biomedical research.
Mohamad Alkadry Inducted into National Academy of Public Administration
The professor and department head of public policy joins some 940 current fellows in the national association.
Tracy Frank Studies Earth’s Climate through Ancient Rocks, with an Eye to the Future
Under the guidance of a new department head, UConn's geosciences program aims to teach Earth sciences in the context of the Human Epoch, preparing tomorrow's geoscientists to solve future problems.
Amy Gorin Receives Connecticut Psychological Association Award
The award recognizes Gorin’s accomplishments and contributions to the psychological sciences.
Micki McElya Awarded a Public Scholars Fellowship to Explore the 1968 Miss America Pageant
The award will enable McElya to work on her forthcoming book exploring two foundational protests during the 1968 Miss America Pageant.
New Faculty Bring Antiracism and the Environment to the Forefront
New CLAS faculty will work across disciplines to advance Antiracism and Human Interactions with the Environment.
Marie Shanahan Prepares to Lead UConn’s Journalism Department into a New Era of News
Under the guidance of a new department head, UConn’s journalism program is preparing students to stay ahead of the rapidly changing news industry.
UConn Virus Expert Carol Teschke Awarded Fulbright Scholarship to Study in the UK
Teschke will spend four months at the University of York studying the geometry and evolution of a type of virus that could help develop antivirals.
Five Weeks at B.R.A.I.N. Camp Could Give Kids a Brighter Future
Fun activities, new friends, and EEG scans are all part of helping kids overcome learning difficulties at B.R.A.I.N. Camp.