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UConn Alum Inducted into American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Michael North '76 MA, '81 Ph.D., a professor of English at UCLA, was inducted last month into one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious learned societies.
Creativity Meets Civility in Students’ Metanoia Posters
Students from across UConn's campuses put their creativity to work in designing posters for this year's Metanoia – period of reflection – on civility.
Renovated Floriculture Building Debuts to Students, Families During Cornucopia
The Floriculture retail outlet UConn Blooms reached out to students and families on Sunday with free roses and a contest for students.
Celebrating 150 Years of Land Grant Universities
Connecticut's land grant university celebrated the 150th anniversary of the Morrill Act establishing land grant institutions, with an event on the Great Lawn on Friday.
UConn News Roundup – 9/24/12
UConn’s reputation is growing locally, nationally, and globally. Take a look at this roundup of some recent media coverage.
Professor, Humorist Speaks During Family Weekend
Regina Barreca, professor of English and feminist theory, spoke to families on Saturday about everything from her 'Ottoman Aunts' to tips for students.
UConn Co-op Offers Convenient In-Store Textbook Rentals
Students can save money on textbooks by renting them directly from the Co-op.
Benton Museum Displays Faculty Artwork
Works of art by 13 faculty members from the Storrs and Torrington campuses are on display through Oct. 14 at the William Benton Museum of Art.
Calhoun Stepping Down, Ollie Named Head Coach
Jim Calhoun, who built UConn into a three-time NCAA champion and a perennial national power, has announced his retirement as the men's basketball coach.
Metanoia: A UConn Tradition
This year's Metanoia, a period of reflection on civility, is the latest in a UConn tradition that began under then-President Homer Babbidge in 1970.