UConn Waterbury
Commencement 2026 at a Glance
More than 8,000 Huskies heard their names called as they make the transition from “student” to “alumnus”
Congratulations Class of 2026
Commencement is more than a ceremony—it’s a defining moment
UConn Provost Announces 2026 Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship
The Provost's Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship (PAECES) recognize scholarly activities that integrate community engagement with research, creative work, and teaching
Kumar Venkitanarayanan Named Dean of CAHNR
Venkitanarayanan has served the University for more than 27 years in a range of leadership roles, including interim dean of CAHNR, senior associate dean, and associate dean for research and graduate education
Frontiers 2026 to Showcase Undergraduate Research Across UConn Campuses
April 14-21, explore the breakthroughs and successes of UConn students across the state
UConn Continues to Shine in National, Global Rankings; Named Among World’s Top Universities
'UConn’s rankings tell a clear story of student success, scholarly excellence across disciplines, strong return on investment, and meaningful global impact'
Waterbury Hospital Joins UConn Health Community Network, Strengthening Care for the Community
Transition creates a new system of care for the Waterbury community and beyond
UConn Develops Assessments to Capitalize on Unique Strengths of Each Regional Campus
'The presence of UConn campuses throughout the state is a strength that responds to student and community needs'
Program to Support College Access, Completion Shows Strong Success, Gets Grant Extension
The programming is centered on the campuses in Avery Point, Hartford, Stamford, and Waterbury, which together enroll more than 5,200 undergraduates
New Gift Opens Doors for Waterbury Students: UConn Launches Nursing and STEM Initiatives
$5 million nursing pathway and $5.45 million STEM investment to strengthen Connecticut’s workforce