College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Tackling the Opioid Crisis with a Warmer Touch
UConn is partnering with Waterbury police and health officials on an innovative new program to help people recover from addiction.
February 10, 2020 | Jessica McBride, PhD - College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Feeding Bluebirds Helps Fend Off Parasites
Feeding the bluebirds in your yard doesn't only ensure a colorful avian display outside your window - it can also help baby birds fend off blood-sucking parasites.
February 4, 2020 | Elaina Hancock - UConn Communications
Enriching Communicative Environments After Stroke
UConn researcher Jennifer Mozeiko recently received a $25,000 grant from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation and is currently recruiting participants in a study to investigate language use in the home environments of people with aphasia.
February 3, 2020 | Samantha Korittke '21 (CLAS), Office of the Vice President for Research
Q&A: The History of Antifascism in the US
Prof. Christopher Vials discusses the new anthology he co-edited, which examines the history of fascism and its opponents throughout U.S. history.
January 29, 2020 | Kenneth Best - UConn Communications
CLAS Expands Diversity and Research Efforts with New Deans
The new associate deans for diversity, equity, and inclusion; and for research and graduate affairs will address gaps and foster new paths in the College.
January 27, 2020 | Christine Buckley - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Q&A: AI and the Future of Your Mind
Philosopher Susan Schneider discusses some of the complexities surrounding the development of artificial intelligence.
January 23, 2020 | Kenneth Best - UConn Communications
Zooming in on Ocean Acidification
UConn marine scientist Samantha Siedlecki and her team are working to improve the quality of large scale oceanographic models of U.S. Northeast waters.
January 22, 2020 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications
UConn Becomes First In CT To Offer Sign Language Major
UConn has become the first higher education institution in Connecticut to offer a four-year degree in American Sign Language.
January 21, 2020 | Christine Buckley - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Report Emphasizes Importance of Communication in Climate Change Resilience
Effective communication is essential for community resilience in the face of the effects of climate change, a new study finds.
January 21, 2020 | Elaina Hancock - UConn Communications
Q&A: John Salamone On The ‘Dopamine Fasting’ Trend
UConn neuroscientist John Salamone explains why the trend of "dopamine fasting" may not add up to much.
January 20, 2020 | Kim Krieger - UConn Communications