Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications

Mike Enright serves as the deputy spokesperson and as an editorial associate in University Communications. He previously worked in athletic communications positions at UConn, Notre Dame and Boston College. Enright, a 1988 UConn graduate, is the curator of the J. Robert Donnelly Husky Heritage Sports Museum and the editor of UConn at Work, an e-newsletter for UConn employees.


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Megan Baker, principal at Tourtellotte High School in Thompson, Connecticut, Baker checks in with students in class as part of her weekly teacher observations. Baker is a graduate of the Neag School's principal training program. (Cat Boyce/UConn Photo)

Principal Preparation Program Undergoes Redesign

As one of seven institutions that are part of a national University Principal Preparation Initiative, UConn's updated program will emphasize practical training and coaching from current or former school administrators.

Marijuana buds sitting next to prescription medicine bottle. (Getty Images)

States That Legalize Medical Marijuana Also See Higher Birth Rates

A UConn study examined how health behaviors affect risk-taking or otherwise affect decisions – and how policy can influence both of these.

The Austin Building, home to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

New Dean Named to College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

“I believe deeply in the missions of land grant institutions like UConn,” says Juli Wade, incoming dean.

Connor Adams, 'the new guy' in Facilities Operations, works under the watchful eye of Eric Kruger, executive director of Facilities and Operations. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

UConn Mentorship a Critical Career Step for Mason

Connor Adams began working on campus as a participant in the Work Based Learning Program, which brings students from Connecticut’s technical high schools to perform various jobs on campus. Now he's a full-time Facilities employee.

The Agricultural Biotechnology Building, part of the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources' BioScience Complex. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

New Dean Named to College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources

Indrajeet Chaubey, formerly of Purdue University, is a seasoned administrator and internationally recognized researcher.

A 700-space parking lot under construction on Discovery Drive is part of a plan for significant changes in parking arrangements at the north end of campus, starting in summer 2019. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Parking Lot Under Construction on Discovery Drive is Part of Larger Plan

The lot, and another that opened last year, is part of a plan for significant changes in parking arrangements at the north end of campus, starting in summer 2019.

Dan Rousseau '08 (SFA) on the set of The Van Jones Show at CNN in Manhattan on June 14, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Dan Rousseau Lights it Up

The two-time Emmy award winner and UConn alum discusses the appeal of working in television lighting, where, if it's done right, no one will notice.

African-American male teacher standing before students (8-10) with hands raised. (Getty Images)

Black Students Who Have One Black Teacher Are More Likely To Go To College

The influence of having a black teacher can make a monumental difference in a black student’s life, and the effect begins early in an education, according to a new study co-authored by UConn's Joshua Hyman.

Woman during a therapy session. (Getty Images)

Why Clients Stop Going to Therapy

'People still hesitate. They think they should be able to resolve their own issues,' say UConn Human Development and Family Studies researchers.

A Republican supporter watches midterm election returns on a big screen monitor during an election night event on Nov 6, in Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images)

The Morning After: Political Scientists on the 2018 Election

'People campaigned as friends or opponents of Donald Trump. There is something for everyone to be happy about and not happy about,' said political science professor Ron Schurin at a post-midterm panel.