Heather Borton
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Randy Walikonis Encourages UConn Students to Push Boundaries of Knowledge
As UConn's biology majors continue to grow, the new head of the Department of Physiology and Neurobiology aims to expand hands-on opportunities while preparing students for research and medical careers
September 4, 2025 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
MPA Executive Track Program Expands to UConn Stamford
36-credit degree program offers new opportunity for Fairfield County professionals in the public and nonprofit sectors
December 7, 2023 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
CLAS Scholars Bring New Expertise to UConn
Nearly 40 new tenure-track faculty members will teach and conduct research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
August 29, 2023 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Kicking Off New Beginnings: 2023 Commencement
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences honors 2,600 graduates at Gampel Pavilion
May 9, 2023 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Research Ready: Preparing Students for Life After UConn
CLAS programs create new opportunities for underrepresented students interested in research careers
April 20, 2023 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
UConn Adds Two New Undergraduate Degrees in Data Science
Beginning in Fall 2023, students will be able to pursue a BA in Applied Data Analysis or BS in Statistical Data Science
December 13, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Opening Eyes and Minds: UConn Experts Help Transform Connecticut K-12 Curricula
State turns to CLAS faculty for expertise on Black and Latino history, Asian American and Pacific Islander studies, and more
December 7, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Derek Houston Brings New Expertise on Auditory Experiences, Language Development to UConn
Under the leadership of a new head, the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences looks to serve the public’s practical needs
November 30, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Carolyn Teschke Embraces Multidisciplinary Approach to Biology
New head of the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology explains the complexities of the evolving field — and why well-trained scientists are in high demand
October 25, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
An Alaskan Adventure
Caroline Wexler ’24 (CLAS) spends two months in Juneau Icefield, will present research at American Geophysical Union Conference
October 19, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Bandana Purkayastha Named New CLAS Associate Dean
Sociologist to lead social sciences, regional campuses, and community engagement in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
August 30, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Stellar Scholars Join CLAS Faculty
Eighteen new tenure-track faculty members will teach and conduct research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
August 29, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Tackling Society’s Challenges Through the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities
Claire Lee ’24 (CLAS) explores power of citizen journalism with UConn startup Social Labs
August 10, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
‘Like a Family’: Inside the CLAS Women’s Leadership Collective
Mentorship program provides UConn students with alumnae network to discuss career paths, goals, and life
May 19, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Together, At Last: 2022 CLAS Commencement
2,500 degrees, 3 ceremonies, 1 day to remember
May 10, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Kelli Mosca ’22 MS, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
"I am using the fieldwork skills that I learned during my master’s degree, but also, some of the data analysis and management skills that I used during my thesis."
May 6, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Prince Allotey ’22 Ph.D., College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
"One of my favorite things about statistics is using statistical methods to help solve real-life problems. I believe this degree will provide me with guidance and knowledge in developing new and using existing statistical methodologies to handle different types of health data in my country, Ghana."
May 4, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Sage Phillips ’22, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
"Having those connections and people behind me to support me has helped me get to where I am and where I’m going."
May 2, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Bryanna Caicedo ’22, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
"I knew I wanted to be at a college where school spirit was a big factor."
April 29, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Sena Wazer ’22, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
"I'm excited to have that network of other students who are just as passionate about environmental and other social justice issues."
April 27, 2022 | Heather Borton - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences