College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

A Communications Major in Italy: The Art of Managing Culture Shock

UConn’s Dayna Hausspiegel tackles the joys and challenges of living in a new culture whilst studying abroad

A candle burning against a dark background

What if Health Insurance Covered Mindfulness?

A $3.1 million NIH grant supports Professor Blair T. Johnson and collaborators from Brown University in analyzing the effectiveness of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) interventions

Nicholas Gonzales and Maggie Ward, both 2023 winners of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, pose for a photo in Wilbur Cross Building

Four Graduate Students, Six Alumni Earn NSF Fellowships

The oldest graduate fellowship of its kind, the NSF-GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding students in NSF-supported disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees

Irene Soteriou outside the Student Union.

Irene Soteriou ’23, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

"My time at UConn has instilled in me a deep appreciation for, and awareness of, who I am as a person."

Shenelle Shaw outside Peter J. Werth Residence Tower.

Shenelle Shaw ’23, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

"I chose UConn because of its R1 research title. I wanted to have access to resources such as faculty and research labs that focused on the life sciences and biology."

UConn student working in the greenhouse at the Spring Valley Farm

‘A Home and a Community’ on UConn’s Student Farm

Each year, a group of students lives on UConn’s Spring Valley Student Farm where they work together to tend crops, build community, and foster their own personal growth

Electronic medical record with patient data and health care information in tablet. Doctor using digital smart device to read report online. Modern technology in hospital.

HDFS Professor Questions Replacing Human Interactions with Technology in Health Care

Some matters are too important to be left to a patient portal or other non-human source of information

The Soil and Water Conservation Society UConn Student Chapter recently had its first meeting since Kocurek re-established the chapter. They recently went maple syrup tapping with UConn Forestry.

One UConn Grad’s Sustainability Legacy

A childhood love of nature blooms into a student career dedicated to sustainability

Onyeka Obiocha

Showcase Exhibits Ambition, Impact of Future Climate Venture Studio Companies

From bioplastics to investment portfolios, cohort members demonstrate their commitment to merging climate justice with entrepreneurship

Audrey Berry stands in front of poster.

Research Ready: Preparing Students for Life After UConn

CLAS programs create new opportunities for underrepresented students interested in research careers