Michael Kirk
Author Archive
Data Reveal Human Rights Ratings for Governments Around the Globe
Human rights trends tracked globally show an increase in the use of torture since 1981 but a decrease in imprisonment for political beliefs.
December 12, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Town Hall Meetings on Tuition Scheduled
UConn's Chief Financial Officer will give a presentation on the University's budget situation, and answer questions.
December 9, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Renowned Scientist to Serve as UConn’s Environmental Advisor
Ecologist Gene Likens, known for the discovery of acid rain, will advise the President and Provost and also join the UConn faculty each fall semester.
December 8, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Protecting the Privacy of Consumer Records
A UConn political scientist is studying people's concerns about the privacy of their medical records and the implications for public policy.
December 7, 2011 | Michael Kirk
New Shuttle Service from Storrs to Farmington
A new shuttle bus service begins today, linking the Storrs campus and the UConn Health Center in Farmington.
November 28, 2011 | Michael Kirk
UConn ‘Strategic Redesign Initiative’ Provided to Board of Trustees
Consultants McKinsey & Co. identify more than $50 million in potential savings and revenue opportunities over five years.
November 10, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Welcome from Dean Choi
In a new video, Dean of Engineering Mun Choi welcomes members of the engineering community and highlights some of the features that distinguish UConn Engineering as a top educational destination and research leader.
October 28, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Still Time to Switch From HuskyMail to UConn Email Through Google
Students who already forward their email to Gmail should sign up for full benefits.
October 27, 2011 | Michael Kirk
Student Parking Fee Increase Proposed
In a move to become self-supporting, Parking Services is proposing gradual increases that will bring UConn's parking fees into line with those charged by other universities.
October 24, 2011 | Michael Kirk
The History of the Death Penalty in Connecticut
Historian Larry Goodheart discusses the history of the death penalty in Connecticut, and the reasons why it remains on the statute book although it has been banned in many other states.
October 24, 2011 | Michael Kirk