College of Agriculture, Health & Natural Resources

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My CAHNR Summer: Monique Mazaika Teaches Nutrition to the Next Generation

Monique Mazaika is spending her summer teaching children about nutrition through a UConn Extension internship with UConn 4-H New Haven County  

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Ask UConn Extension: What Do the Food Labels “Organic,” “Natural,” and “Non-GMO” Actually Mean?

A UConn Extension expert breaks down all those confusing food marketing labels

An early morning view of wetlands near UConn.

Ask UConn Extension: Can Walking Trails Improve Your Health and Fitness?

A UConn Extension expert weighs in on the health benefits of trail walking

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Metabolic Phenotyping Facility Offers University-Wide Technology Services, Expertise

Established in 2020, the facility helps researchers advance their work, make better-informed conclusions, and strengthen grant applications

The UConn Foundation on October 8, 2020.

UConn Gives Fundraiser Supports ASPEN Intern Learning About Clinical Nutrition

'It’s definitely the best professional experience I’ve gotten relating to my education'

Ryan Curtis, KSI associate director of athlete performance and safety, runs on a treadmill at the Mission Heat Lab at the Korey Stringer Institute at Gampel Pavilion on Sept. 21, 2017. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

KSI COO Rebecca Stearns Joins USA Football’s Medical Advisory Panel

Leaders across pediatrics, kinesiology, neuroscience and adapted sport comprise USA Football's Panel

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Youth Environmental Conservation and Action

UConn students are depicting youth environmental conservation and action throughout the Northeast

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My CAHNR Summer: Sara Tomis Helps Others Learn About Agriculture with UConn Extension

During her summer break, Sara Tomis ‘22 is promoting agricultural literacy in several UConn Extension programs

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The Best of Both Breeds: UConn Researchers Studying Best Feeding Practices for Crossbred Calves

This study will provide farmers with an easily applicable, affordable strategy to produce the best stock possible

A big brown bat - one of the species common in Connecticut - stops for a drink. Researchers have found that areas of woodland with recently cut trees are popular habitats for bats.

Young Forests are Preferred Summer Vacation Destinations for Bats

Recently cut forest spaces suit bats more than long-established woods