College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Meet the Researcher: Samantha Siedlecki, Marine Sciences
Samantha Siedlecki spearheads research on coastal environments, and is currently developing a regional model of ocean acidification for the East Coast.
November 18, 2019 | Anna Zarra Aldrich '20 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research
Not Only Adorable: Squid Open Up New Antimicrobial Drug Possibilities
The glowing Hawaiian bobtail squid is more than a pretty face: New research shows that its symbiotic bacteria create antifungal compounds, which may be of use in drug discovery.
November 15, 2019 | Christine Buckley
The Science of Families and Human Development
Starting this academic year, students can declare a major or minor in human development and family sciences in the Department of the same name.
November 14, 2019 | Combined Reports
UConn’s Other Winning Basketball Program
In this segment from the UConn 360 podcast, members of the UConn chapter of the Chinese Students and Scholars Association basketball team reflect on coming together to form a winning squad.
November 13, 2019 | Julie (Stagis) Bartucca '10 (BUS, CLAS), '19 MBA
A New Phase for the Gant Science Complex
A third of the way through its 10-year renovation, the Gant Complex—otherwise known as the Math-Science Building—is already showing off as a hub for collaborative learning and research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
November 5, 2019 | Bri Diaz
Jess Kelly Wants Women to Run
As the centennnial of the 19th Amendment approaches, Jessica Kelly '08 (CLAS) is chief of staff at Running Start, a Washington, D.C. nonprofit that trains young women to run for public office.
November 4, 2019 | Tom Kertscher, freelance writer
Pedal to the Metal: New DMV Leader Accelerating the Process
Bongi Magubane ’76 is determined to fix the Connecticut DMV.
November 1, 2019 | Rand Richards Cooper, freelance writer
Every Day is Halloween for UConn Horror Club
Liam Thomas '20 (CLAS) explains how his love of all things horror grew into a full-fledged student organization at UConn.
October 31, 2019 | Maxine Philavong '20
Why Are So Many Jews Funny? New Judaic Studies Director Explains
The new UConn Director of Judaic Studies brings humor and a commitment to teaching and outreach to the center, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
October 30, 2019 | Christine Buckley
Why Are So Many Jews Funny? New Judaic Studies Director Explains
The new UConn Director of Judaic Studies brings humor and a commitment to teaching and outreach to the center, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
October 28, 2019 | Christine Buckley