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Onlookers watch the appreciation parade for the dedicated UConn health care providers treating members of the UConn community on May 05, 2020.

UConn Health Care Workers Honored With Storrs Parade

Health care workers in Storrs were honored with a parade by UConn Public Safety, Facilities, and other agencies.

May 6, 2020 | Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications

One of the images used in the #IAMNOTAVIRUS campaign, featuring Brandon Phai, a youth coding instructor

MSW Student Fighting Coronavirus Discrimination through Online Campaign

A UConn MSW student is taking action against racism directed towards Asian Americans in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 5, 2020 | Jaclyn Severance

Community Impact
As part of his Goodwill Tour of Southeast Asia, American Vice President Lyndon B Johnson (left) meets with Vietnamese President Ngo Dinh Diem at Independence Palace, Saigon (later Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, May 1961.

UConn Historian: South Vietnam Archives Provide New Insights into War

UConn historian Nu-Anh Tran reexamines the Vietnam War through the lens of elite politics in what was formerly known as South Vietnam.

May 5, 2020 | Kenneth Best

Students walk past the Wilbur Cross Building on Oct. 5, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Celebrating UConn’s Class of 2020

In a challenging years, UConn's graduating students offer hope and inspiration.

May 4, 2020 | Tom Breen

University News
a woman passing out goodie bags

UConn Students Receive Goodie Bags to Help Finals Studying

UConn students who remain in residence halls got a surprise delivery of goodie bags ahead of final exams.

May 4, 2020 | Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications

University News
Professor Cheryl Beck meeting with a mother and infant child.

Meet the Researcher: Cheryl Beck

Cheryl Beck has devoted her research career to helping women struggling with postpartum depression and traumatic birth experiences.

May 4, 2020 | Anna Zarra Aldrich '20 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research

Research & Discovery
Ahmed Diakhate, a UConn Stamford student, sews masks for health care workers.

UConn Stamford Student Makes 250 Masks for Health Care Workers

A UConn Stamford student put his fashion design skills to work in making masks for area health care workers.

May 4, 2020 | Claire Hall

Community Impact
Aerial view of Oak Hall, home to the German Studies program.

UConn German Studies Program Recognized for Excellence

UConn's innovative German Studies program has been ranked in the top five nationally.

May 1, 2020 | Combined Reports

A young woman lying on a bed with a book over her face.

Op-Ed: Five Things College Students Should Include in a Wellness Plan

UConn's Sandra M. Chafouleas offers advice for college students navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 1, 2020 | Sandra M. Chafouleas, Neag School of Education

A student, Zac Will, wearing a Hawaiian shirt while making a presentation in front of a class.

Freshman Entrepreneur Has the Antidote to Harsh Winters: Fun Flannel Shirts

A UConn freshman entrepreneur wants to make flannel shirts, that stodgy New England staple, fun.

April 30, 2020 | Claire Hall