Director

Kristen Cole

For nearly two decades, I have led media relations on behalf of a diverse mix of higher education institutions. Here, faculty, staff and students pursue answers to critical questions in labs, lecture halls and communities. Our communication about that work through social media, film, photography and editorial content, serves the vital role of informing the public about the challenges of a changing global society.


Author Archive

Doctors Lounge

Psoriasis Symptoms, Quality of Life Tied to Disease Severity

Associated Press

‘Learn by Doing’: 4-H Club Teaches Animal Care, Teamwork

Energy News Network

At Northeast Universities, New Programs Aim to Fill Gaps in Clean Energy Workforce

Bridgette Collier '18 (CAHNR), right, helps Mariah Lombard '18 (CAHNR) with her cap at Greer Field House before the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources Commencement procession on May 5, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Commencement 2019

Whether arguing a case before the U.S. Supreme Court, leading the national dialogue on race and immigration, or heading Pratt & Whitney, the honored guests of UConn’s commencement ceremonies are leaders. The students are, too. Here are their stories.

Kimberly Bryant, founder and executive director of Black Girls Code, gives the address at the School of Engineering Commencement ceremony at Gampel Pavilion on May 5, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

2019 Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients

Editor’s Note: The University of Connecticut will begin to use walk-through metal detectors at Gampel Pavilion this month as part of an ongoing commitment to safety and security. The new technology will be in place for the commencement exercises held in Gampel on Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12.  Whether arguing a case before […]

New York Times

Keep Pets Away From Gardens to Prevent Food-Borne Illness

Phys.org

3-D Printed Microscope Promising for Medical Diagnostics in Developing Countries

Science Daily

New 3D Printed Microscope Promising for Medical Diagnostics in Developing Countries

National Public Radio

Experts: New Test Yet Another Hurdle for Aspiring Teachers of Color

Newsweek

Baby Dolphin Stranded on Florida Beach had ‘Stomach Full’ of Plastic Trash