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Seaweed collected by reaching down to the bottom and pulling up the rake. The branching red seaweed and the amount collected in just one pass indicate that a large amount of nutrients are fertilizing the growth of seaweed in this bay. (Jamie Vaudrey/UConn Photo)

Researcher Unveils Tool for Cleaner Long Island Sound

A UConn ecologist has identified specific sources of nitrogen pollution along Long Island Sound, and shows municipalities what they can do to alleviate it.

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Supporting Our International Students

"Our large and diverse population – including our international students – is one of our greatest strengths as a top research university," President Herbst noted.

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UConn Expects Challenging Budget Season but Will Protect Academics, Affordability

The University is committed to protecting its academic enterprise while working to keep tuition at the levels set in the current four-year plan.

With just a few days left in 2016, a selection of faculty, staff, students, and alumni share hopes for next year.

UConn Nation Hopeful for the Coming Year

With just a few days left in 2016, a selection of faculty, staff, students, and alumni share hopes for next year.

The UConn sailing club sailing in Long Island Sound as the sun sets at the Avery Point campus on Nov. 18, 2016. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Avery Point Sunset

Members of the Sailing Club at the Avery Point campus enjoy the diminishing rays of sunlight on the waters of Long Island Sound.

A snowy view of the Great Lawn toward looking toward the Wilbur Cross Building. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

Emergency Alerts Revamped for Faculty and Staff

The student interface will be updated for the spring semester.

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Supporting Undocumented Students at UConn

President Herbst responds to concerns expressed since the election about potential changes in federal policy that could affect undocumented students.

Shipwreck from the medieval period. (Courtesy of Kroum Batchvarov)

Black Sea Project Discovers Unseen Medieval Ship

UConn nautical archaeologist Kroum Batchvarov says seeing the medieval shipwreck for the first time was 'a truly thrilling moment.'

Thomas Underwood '18 (ENG) at the Castleman Building on Nov. 3, 2016. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Engineering Was Top Choice for Navy Veteran

Veteran and current UConn student Thomas Underwood explains why he turned to the School of Engineering after six years of service.

An example of a UConn Spirit Award, a replica of the Husky dog, from 2015. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Nominations Open for UConn Spirit Awards

The program is open to staff in all job classifications and faculty at the Storrs and regional campuses.