Author Archive
Alumnus Helps Aspiring Scientists Chart A Course for Career Success
Berberich, an immunologist at the Ragon Institute, was the first person in his family to pursue a career in science. He now helps current UConn students develop realistic expectations about their professional field.
The Art of Science
Biological illustrator Virge Kask ’79 (CLAS), ’84 (CLAS) reimagines extinct birds, defines new insect species, and depicts the enormity of elephants to bring UConn’s research to life.
Brain Science, Public Discourse Win $1M Academic Vision Grants
The CLAS faculty-led initiatives include a new institute for brain and cognitive science and a humanities project exploring the barriers to meaningful public discourse.
Collaborative Project Seeks to Improve Students’ Math, Social Studies Skills
New tools developed by researchers in CLAS and the Neag School of Education use intercultural competence to teach mathematics and other subjects to middle school students.
Meghan Forgione ’09 (CLAS), Political Professional and Student Mentor
While pursuing a career in political outreach and strategy, English major and political science minor Meghan Forgione ’09 (CLAS) returns to UConn to champion the value of a liberal arts education to current students.
Instagram Likes, and Other Things that Don’t Really Matter
Human development and family studies major Nora McNeil '16 (CLAS) reflects on how traveling internationally has made her rethink her use of social media.
UConn CLAS Alums Shine Among State’s Rising Stars
Four alumnae of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences were named to Connecticut Magazine’s 2015 “40 Under 40” list, which honors the state’s “best and brightest among Generation Next.”