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Pilot Reading Initiative Shows Dramatic Results
The CT K-3 Reading Model, led by UConn professors, more than doubled the number of students meeting grade-level literacy goals over four years.
Mapping UConn’s Genetic History
The University has had geneticists since before genetics was a recognized field of study – indeed, before UConn was UConn.
Mud Wars: The OOze Awakens
Another great year of OOzeball at UConn. More than 2,500 joined in the mud-filled tradition, including President Herbst.
‘Be Not Afraid of Greatness:’ Shakespeare’s First Folio Coming to UConn
The exhibition, celebrating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's death, will be on campus in September, accompanied by many other cultural events.
Two UConn Students Named Goldwater Scholars
The Goldwater Scholarship is one of the most prestigious and competitive awards for students in the STEM fields.
English Ph.D. Student Finds Beauty in ‘The Ruin’
A UConn graduate student in English has won the prestigious 2016 Discovery Prize for work that connects ancient poems to modern poetry.
Extensive Army Ant Collection To Go On Parade
A collection of more than two million specimens will soon be widely accessible, thanks to a grant from the National Science Foundation.
Acting Alum Debuts as Director of Musical Comedy
'Monty Python’s Spamalot,' based on the British comedy troupe’s send-up of the King Arthur legend, is onstage at UConn April 21-May1.
Pinpointing the Target for Therapeutic Drugs
A UConn researcher is using nanoscience to better target therapeutic drugs to specific cells and thereby reduce harmful side effects.
MFA Exhibition Explores Aspects of Self-Discovery
The themes represented in this year’s Master of Fine Arts exhibition include racial identity and rural upbringing.