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Newspapers Nationwide Send Message: A Free Press Needs You
More than 350 newspapers today joined together to offer a unified message on the importance of a free press. Journalism professor Mike Stanton discusses the significance of this step.
London Symphony Orchestra Records Fifth CD by Kenneth Fuchs
Listen to Kenneth Fuch's interview about the classical compendium 'Spiritualist – Concerto for Piano and Orchestra,' released in August.
Know Thyself: The Philosophy of Self-Knowledge
Dating back to an ancient Greek inscription, the injunction to 'know thyself' has encouraged people to engage in a search for self-understanding. Philosophy professor Mitchell Green discusses its history and relevance to the present.
Post-Filibuster: Confirming a Supreme Court Nominee in the New Era
Political scientist David Yalof discusses the process of selecting a Supreme Court Justice now that established norms have changed.
Michael Bradford’s ‘Brainpower Job’
An alum's highly unlikely path to heading UConn’s dramatic arts department.
The Popularity of Sherlock Holmes
English professor Pam Bedore discusses the role of Arthur Conan Doyle's character in the evolution of detective fiction.
Misleading Marketing Fuels Bottled Water Consumption
A UConn study shows people form their ideas largely based on marketing messages that tout the health benefits of drinking bottled water over tap water.
UConn Inks Agreement with Wadsworth Atheneum
Under the agreement, the Wadsworth Atheneum will provide work space for UConn Hartford students, a seminar room, and faculty offices for use by the three-year graduate program in Arts Administration.
Musical ‘Disaster’ Opens Nutmeg Summer Series
Artistic director Terrence Mann discusses this year's Nutmeg Summer Series, which opens June 7.
Many Migrants Can Take Nothing for Granted
As a growing number of host nations raise concerns about national security, migrants are often denied their basic human rights, says sociology professor Bandana Purkayastha.