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A sailboat in Long Island Sound at sunset

Understanding Long Island Sound’s ‘Dead Zones’

A new study by UConn researchers offers valuable insight into the summertime "dead zones" of Long Island Sound.

Stacks of books written by UConn faculty members.

UConn Magazine: A Feast for the Mind

Looking for something to read during the long, dark nights of winter? UConn's faculty has you covered.

A picture of Samantha Siedlecki on the water at Long Island Sound.

Meet the Researcher: Samantha Siedlecki, Marine Sciences

Samantha Siedlecki spearheads research on coastal environments, and is currently developing a regional model of ocean acidification for the East Coast.

A winter ice and snow storm hits campus on Jan. 22, 2019. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

UConn Reminds Campuses About Inclement Weather Policies

Guidance on early releases, delays or cancellations due to inclement weather.

President Thomas Katsouleas, left, Gov Ned Lamont and Dan Toscano '85 (BUS), chair of the board of trustees, during the inauguration ceremony held at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 4, 2019. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

University Celebrates the Inauguration of the Sixteenth President

With a large contingent from the Greek community in attendance, the new president joked that he would need to call the ceremony “My Big Fat Greek Inauguration” -- a nod to the hit movie of nearly the same name.

Lower-Income Connecticut Students to Get Free UConn Tuition under New Initiative

Children in Connecticut families with household incomes of $50,000 or below annually, will be able to come to UConn tuition-free under the plan.

Illustration of world map.

For This Ocean Dweller, Ability to Respond to Warming Waters is About Location

Our knowledge about species adaption patterns is mainly from animals living on land. In a new study, UConn scientists take a look at animals in ocean currents.

UConn wordmark.

Test of Emergency Communications Set for Tuesday

UConn will test its emergency notification and alerting system, UConnALERT, on Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 12:25 p.m., on all campuses.

A maze of colored mosaic tiles at UConn Avery Point, part of the new cognitive garden at the campus

Cognitive Garden Takes Root at UConn Avery Point

A brand-new garden at UConn Avery Point is designed to help children learn through using experience.

From left to right, Chief Hans D. Rhynhart ’93 and ’18; Officer Alex Rodriguez ’14; Sgt. Peter Harris ’03; Sgt. Justin Cheney ’07; Sgt. Marc Hanna ’88; Lt. Matthew C. Zadrowski ’07; Officer Tyler Hopson ’13; Lt. Darren Cook ’94; Sgt. Mark Bouthillier ’07; Deputy Chief Andrew Fournier ’95 ’01; Lt. Justin Gilbert ’06. UConn grads not pictured: Officer Robin Kiddy; Sgt. Zachary Ladyga; Officer Joseph Conetta. (Submitted Photo)

From Backpacks to Badges: Alums Thrive as UConn Police Officers

UConn's police department benefits from having a significant contingent of Husky alums among its ranks.