College of Agriculture, Health & Natural Resources
Meet graduate student Brandon Smith
Initially, Brandon Smith considered a career in accounting, but after living with a veterinarian during a mission trip, he found himself drawn to animal science. He’s interested in improving animal health by reducing the number of infectious diseases that economically affect farmers and influence product quality. And while he appreciates life in the east, he […]
Medical laboratory sciences graduates staff COVID-19 diagnostic labs across the state
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, those working in medical laboratories have garnered much more attention than usual. Many graduates of the Department of Allied Health Sciences (AHS) Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) program have found themselves in the middle of the pandemic, working as key members of healthcare teams fighting this novel virus. “One […]
UConn Researchers Receive $1.7 Million Grant to Study Impact of Postinfectious Brain Condition on Development
This study will improve methods for investigating hydrocephalus progression, identify critical timepoints in neural development and highlight stem cells’ capacity for regenerative repair following infection.
Meet graduate student Kelsey Arroyo
Kelsey Arroyo’s interest sparked in the mind-body connection when a family friend was diagnosed with breast cancer. As a master’s degree student in health promotion sciences, she focuses on integrating research with clinical work in healthy lifestyle interventions. She sees herself working at an academic medical center within an integrated care system. Read more about […]
Animal scientist receives University Teaching Innovation Award
Sarah Reed, associate professor in the Department of Animal Science, has received the UConn Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) University Teaching Innovation Award. Each year, the CETL honors one full-time faculty member committed to improving student learning and engagement. Reed was nominated by Steven Zinn, department head. “I was very honored to […]
Meet new faculty member Mariana Fragomeni
In January 2020, the Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture welcomed Mariana Fragomeni as an assistant professor. She had been an adjunct professor during the 2019 academic year. Originally from Brazil, Fragomeni lived in Michigan for periods of her childhood, as required by her father’s employment with Ford Motor Company. She moved to the […]
Meet alumna Arlene Arnold
Arlene Arnold believes in embracing life and the opportunities that follow. A love of music led her to a bachelor’s and master’s degree in music from the University of Hartford. Then an interest in ornithology and conservation guided her to CAHNR, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in natural resources, followed by a master’s degree […]
Three CAHNR students selected as McNair Fellows
Three students from CAHNR have been chosen as UConn McNair Fellows for the fall 2020 semester. Jacqueline Cuevas Gonzalez has just completed her sophomore year in the Department of Allied Health Sciences (AHS), while Kasidy Quiles and Lavar Johnson have just completed their freshman year in AHS. The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, funded […]
Meet graduate student Matthew Costello
Matthew Costello always intended to pursue a career that could positively affect the world and make a difference in the lives of those around him. He chose to research infectious diseases and prepare for possible outbreaks, and now, three years into his graduate work, he finds himself in the middle of a pandemic. He says […]
Life goes on at UConn animal barns during COVID-19 pandemic
While the horses graze in the pastures surrounding the Department of Animal Science facilities, they seem oblivious to the COVID-19 pandemic as their days simply hum along. Staff continue to work diligently caring for the animals, with the upmost attention being paid to their health and well-being. “Every animal is being cared for and maintained […]