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Now Endangered: The Very Act That Protects Wildlife
Business interests do not currently figure into decisions about listing species under the Endangered Species Act, but new rules could change that. What role does economics play in wildlife decisions? Mark Urban of UConn, explains.
Behind the Scenes With UConn’s Resident Dramaturg
Dramaturgs are often the unsung heroes in bringing plays to vivid life, explains Professor Lindsay Cummings.
Katsouleas Highlights Research and Education Goals in His First President’s Report
In his first report to the Board of Trustees, President Katsouleas spoke about a range of topics, from his goal to increase the research enterprise and recruit a new provost, to throwing out the first pitch at a recent New York Mets game.
UConn Receives Eight Early Career Awards from NSF
The National Science Foundation’s most coveted award for early career researchers was given to scientists in chemistry, math, physics, statistics and engineering.
Startup Central: Inside UConn’s Technology Incubation Program
A photo tour of UConn's Technology Incubation Program, where the University is helping innovative start-ups launch and succeed.
New Student Recreation Center: It’s What’s Inside That Counts
UConn's brand-new Student Recreation Center is set to transform the campus experience for the entire community.
‘Know-It-All Society’: New Book Explains Growing Arrogance in Politics
The internet, particularly social media, is an outrage factory that increases political tribalism, says Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor Michael Lynch in his new book.
National Report Card Rates States’ Safety Policies for H.S. Athletes
Now leading the nation in high school athlete safety, New Jersey is among 16 states that adopted new policies in the past year, says the latest data from the Korey Stringer Institute.
Pitching in for the New York Mets
UConn President Tom Katsouleas threw the ceremonial first pitch during a New York Mets baseball game Sunday.
Trump’s Fight to Count U.S. Citizens and Non-Citizens: 5 Questions Answered
Citizens and non-citizens alike use the roads, schools and the rest of the public infrastructure. By not including non-citizens, some states could receive fewer federal funds, writes Jeffrey Ladewig of political science.