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Students walking on campus on Aug. 27, 2018. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Welcome Back! A Message from the President

As students, faculty, and staff embark on the new academic year, President Herbst outlines some anticipated highlights.

Students pick beans at the Spring Valley Student Farm. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

Sierra Club Ranks UConn a Green Campus Leader Again

One area where UConn consistently excels is dining services. Sustainability efforts include sourcing food from small, community-based and locally owned farms.

Na-Ree Kim, center, assistant professor in residence of Asian and Asian-American studies, Rupal Parekh, left, assistant professor of social work,and John Volin, vice provost for academic affairs speak at a reception following new faculty orientation on the patio of the William Benton Museum of Art. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Welcomes Talented New Faculty Members

'It’s your ideas, your information, your teaching, your mentorship, your creativity and thought, and your leadership that make a great university,' Provost Kennedy told new faculty.

Amelia Tavarnesi '19 (CLAS) gives directions outside Holcomb Hall. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

Move-in Weekend: Advice for Students and Families

Move-in weekend begins Friday, Aug. 24, when freshmen arrive on campus. New arrivals and returning students are advised to check the web for guidance to make the process easier.

President Susan Herbst speaks at a press conference to announce details of the UConn Class of 2022 held at the Hall of Fame at the state capitol on Aug. 22, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Presenting the Class of 2022

“I knew right away that UConn was the right place for me,” said Annie Foley, an incoming Honors Program freshman from Orange, Connecticut.

From left, Vanita Patel ‘21, James Parsley '21, and Annie Foley ‘21 on Aug. 7, 2018. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Connecticut High School Grads Comprise Lion’s Share of Stellar New Freshman Class

'I knew right away that UConn was the right place for me,' says Annie Foley, an incoming Honors Program freshman from Orange.

Provost Craig Kennedy stands outside Gulley Hall onAug. 15, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

A Conversation with Craig Kennedy, UConn’s New Provost

Provost Kennedy shares his thoughts on everything from budget to bow ties.

Peyman Zamani '95 (ENG), '06 MBA, CEO of Logicbroker Inc. (Nathan Oldham/UConn Photo)

Alum’s E-Commerce Company Ensures Online Orders Arrive On Time and Intact

Peyton Zamani learned from his two degrees and multiple work experiences in setting up his own successful company.

Cyber security concept: lock on digital screen. (iStock Image)

Data Privacy Training for European Union Regs at Stamford

UConn is offering new training courses to prepare companies to comply with European Union data privacy regulations that went into effect this past May.

Peter J. Werth speaks at an event to announce his $22.5 million commitment to the University and the naming of the Peter J. Werth Residence Tower on Dec. 4, 2017. Seated is President Susan Herbst. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Foundation Reports Record Fundraising Year

In the fiscal year that just ended, the UConn Foundation raised the largest annual amount in its history, and reported an increase in the number of donors, bucking a national trend.