Author Archive
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.
Better Understanding of Government Would Benefit Nation
UConn political scientist Brian Waddell says partisan battles about the proper role of government are based on a lack of understanding of what American Government actually does.
Claiming Credit for Cyberattacks
The decision to acknowledge sponsorship of an attack is often linked to whether the attacker hopes to draw attention to a cause or to actually influence events, says political scientist Evan Perkoski.
