College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Building a Diverse Organization, One Prayer at a Time
A UConn researcher finds that religious practices can bind groups with diverse members.
Preserving Cultural Identity Through Food
Researchers analyzed the dietary preferences of immigrant communities and identified key plants with cultural relevance.
Portrait of Strength: Sandra Bixler ’07 (CLAS)
When her twin brother, a Marine, was killed while on patrol in Iraq, alumna Sandra Bixler – then a UConn senior – threw herself into her studies.
Great Resume, Too Bad About Your Religion
A pair of studies by UConn researchers show employers are less likely to respond to job applications from candidates who are Muslims than members of other religious groups.
Migratory Birds Help Spread Plant Species: UConn Study
A new study by UConn researchers demonstrates how some plants travel between the hemispheres on the wings of migratory birds.
Reporting on the Everglades
Students in an environmental journalism class learned about beat reporting and teamwork on a trip to the Everglades.
Beyond the Goal Line: Football Alum Gives Back to the Community
Through a years-long struggle to succeed in the NFL, Danny Lansanah ’08 (CLAS) continues to offer counsel to those in need.
A Mathematical Approach to History
Biologist Peter Turchin has developed a mathematical model that can accurately predict the rise and fall of major civilizations.
Guilty Until Proven Innocent
Stephen Saloom '90 (CLAS), '96 JD writes about his work with the Innocence Project, identifying, preventing, and remedying wrongful convictions.
Three UConn Students Win Prestigious National Scholarships
A junior in engineering has won a Udall Scholarship, and two CLAS students have received Critical Language Scholarships.