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Chelsea McCallum of Somers poses for a photo with Jonathan statue following the School of Business commencement ceremony at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion on May 12, 2013. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

What Now? Top Tips for Today’s UConn Graduates

How do you successfully transition from college student to alum? Don't forget your alma mater.

April 23, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Mia Farrow, actress and advocate, speaks at the School of Fine Arts Commencement Ceremony at Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts.

On the Light Side: Past Commencement Advice

Amid the mix of advice and reflection, commencement speeches often include some light moments.

April 23, 2014 | Kristen Cole

Sally Reis, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology, bears the mace at the head of the Academic Procession, at the start of a UConn commencement ceremony. (UConn File Photo)

Commencement Traditions

Commencement at UConn is a time of ceremony and pageantry, embracing traditions old and new.

April 23, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Basketball standout Shabazz Napier '14 (CLAS) throws out the first pitch at Fenway Park in Boston April 22, watched by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, second from right, and members of the UConn men's team.

First Pitch at Fenway

The NCAA Championship men's basketball team was honored and Shabazz Napier '14 (CLAS) threw out the first pitch at Fenway Park Tuesday.

April 23, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Political science major Molly Rockett '15 (CLAS) has been awarded the Truman Scholarship for students who are dedicated to a career in public service. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Junior Awarded Prestigious Truman Scholarship

Molly Rockett ’15 (CLAS) has been awarded the Truman Scholarship for students dedicated to a career in public service.

April 22, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Research & Discovery

Select Faculty Honors & Accomplishments, March 2014

UConn faculty are receiving recognition nationwide and around the world. Read a selection of recent faculty honors.

April 16, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

The women's basketball team greets the fans from the bus during a victory lap of campus on April 9. (Angie Reyes/UConn Photo)

Hartford Parade, Rally Set for Sunday

The parade, starting at 4 p.m., will honor UConn's NCAA champion men's and women's basketball teams.

April 11, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Alumni

From left Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis '15 (CLAS), Bria Hartley '14 (CLAS), Kiah Stokes '15 (CLAS), and Breanna Stewart '16 (CLAS) celebrate the team's championship win in Nashville, Tenn., while head coach Geno Auriemma is interviewed for ESPN. (Bob Stowell '70 (CLAS) for UConn)

Record Breakers! Women’s Team Earns Ninth National Title

UConn broke the women's record with its ninth national title, and is the only school to win men's and women's titles in the same year for the second time.

April 9, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Top Dogs! Huskies Win Fourth National Championship

The Hungry Huskies bring home the Championship trophy, after their win over Kentucky.

April 8, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Stefanie Dolson '14 (CLAS) celebrates UConn's win over Stanford in the NCAA semifinal, together with her teammates and coaches. (Bob Stowell'70 (CLAS) for UConn)

Women’s Win Means Both Teams to Vie for National Title

The men’s team will play tonight, a game to be broadcast live at Gampel Pavilion.

April 7, 2014 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

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