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School of Business’ Online Programs Do Well in New U.S. News Ranking
In the magazine's first ranking of online programs, UConn's Business School hits the top 20 twice.
UConn Report: State Parks, Forests Bring $1.2 Billion to State Coffers
Rather than being a drag on taxpayers, the state's recreational areas give back more than they cost, says economist Fred Carstensen.
Study: Despite Guidelines, Elderly Receiving Too Many Cancer Screenings
UConn researcher Keith Bellizzi says data on the efficacy of cancer screenings for the elderly is limited.
Business School Grads Finding Jobs Despite Recession
Spurred on by a new team and new ideas, the Business School's career center is building a record of success helping UConn grads land jobs.
American Daredevil
At the first stop Leigh Montville ’65 (CLAS) made on a guided tour of Butte, Mont., his host asked a very large Harley-loving local if he had known Evel Knievel during the daredevil’s time in the now desolate city. The man snorted, admitting he had worked for Knievel once and had been taken for a […]
Occupy Wall Street Cannot Be Just About Anger
Historian Jeffrey Ogbar offers some thoughts about the protest movement that began in New York and has spread around the world.
Stamford-Based Program Expands University-Business Partnerships
The Stamford Learning Accelerator will bring together faculty-mentored teams of students to work with a corporate representative on a real world issue.
UConn Researchers Develop Model to Assess Teachers’ Classroom Skills
In a study applying the model to Connecticut teachers, graduates of the Neag School's teacher preparation program performed well.
When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Start Giving
The 2011 State Employee Charitable Campaign has begun, and UConn employees are asked to make a difference.
Business Boot Camp Brings Veterans to Campus
This year's Entrepreneurial Boot Camp for Disabled Veterans has six state residents among its 25 participants.