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2018 Commencement Speakers
The honored guests of UConn’s commencement ceremonies this year are leaders in their fields.
Meet the Researcher: Colin Cleary, Physiology and Neurobiology
“Undergraduates can publish original research.” This statement made by Colin Cleary, a first year doctoral student in the Department of Physiology and Neurobiology (PNB) at the University of Connecticut, is certainly true, as Cleary’s own standout educational track proves. Cleary was recently awarded a prestigious Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Predoctoral Fellowship […]
Lynching Memorial Will Show That Women Were Victims, Too
Not all victims of lynching were African-American men, says political scientist Evelyn Simien. A new memorial to the victims – including women and children – opened April 26 in Alabama.
Student-Athlete Strong: Nabeel Khan
'Being a Husky means being a part of, embracing, and carrying on the traditions of UConn Nation,' says golfer Nabeel Khan '19 (ENG).
Startup Advances Carbon-Zero Fuels through UConn Partnership
As part of the Technology Incubation Program (TIP), Mattershift is developing ways to convert carbon dioxide from the air into fuels, fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, and construction materials.
A Hands-on Approach to Learning Physics
Take a peek inside a newly renovated physics classroom where students are learning concepts through hands-on activities integrated into lectures.
Men May Experience Weight Stigma as Much as Women
A new study by the UConn Rudd Center finds that a significant portion of adult American men report being mistreated about their weight.
How April 21 Became Known as Founders’ Day
April 21 is a significant day in the history of the University of Connecticut, but it was 95 years before the anniversary of the school's founding was officially celebrated on that date.
Complex Math Visuals are This Researcher’s Handiwork
Visuals can help students learn complex math, says David Nichols at UConn. Just not ones he has drawn by hand.
From IDEA to Implementation
Students who received IDEA grants displayed and explained their projects to their peers and to the public at the IDEA Grant Year-end Showcase.