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Adding $1 to Minimum Wage = Less Child Neglect
A recent study co-authored by a UConn public policy professor found that a dollar increase in the minimum wage can result in a nearly 10 percent decline in child neglect reports.
UConn Releases Results of Annual Safety Reports
The report has been posted and distributed in compliance with federal and state law, and in the interest of informing all enrolled students, faculty, and staff on this important subject.
Experts Report Decline in Childhood Obesity in Hartford
“We know that weight is a leading indicator of long-term health," said Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin.
School of Social Work to Add Bachelor’s Program
The new program responds to a workforce need in Greater Hartford and the state overall.
‘Incubator’ Lawyers Making Legal Help Affordable
'We see an enormous need for legal assistance at a reasonable cost, particularly among people who don’t qualify for legal aid but can’t afford standard legal fees.'
President Herbst: What We Can Do About Our Budget
With the University facing unprecedented budget cuts, students have organized a rally on campus, and individuals may express their views directly to their legislators.
#SaveUConn: It’s About the Students
The budget recently passed by the General Assembly would result in major reductions to need- and merit-based financial aid for students across the board.
19th Century UConn? Legislature’s Budget Would Damage State, UConn
The General Assembly's budget would reduce the state appropriation to UConn by just shy of 30 percent. Campuses would close, financial aid would be slashed, and thousands of jobs in the private economy would be lost.
#SaveUConn
One of UConn's most visible individuals speaks about UConn's journey to this point.
Budget Passed by State Legislature Potentially Devastating to UConn
President Herbst outlines the likely impact the approved budget would have on the University.