Schools & Colleges
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 […]
Run the Virtual UConn Health Half, 10k, and 5k June 4-7
While we can’t run or walk together this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tradition of the UConn Health Half Marathon, 10k and 5k, will carry on virtually, along with the race’s Ironhorse Challenges (taking on all three race distances). Register to join.
Elective Surgeries Start to Resume at UConn Health
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic May 13 was a special milestone for UConn Health with some elective low-risk surgical procedures beginning to resume at the UConn Health Surgery Center.
UConn Professor Uses Social Distancing to Create Math Enthusiasts
UConn mathematics professor Álvaro Lozano-Robledo is responding to social distancing by creating videos that show the fun side of math.
The Journey to International Environmental Policy Starts with a Single Step
UConn Marine Sciences Professor Penny Vlahos discusses her recent experience on a global panel charged with making recommendations to policymakers about pollutants.
UConn Choirs Go Virtual with ‘Old Connecticut’ Alma Mater
Unable to perform in their normal venues because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the UConn Choirs have taken to the Internet.
UConn Law Alumni Say Pandemic Brings New Challenges to Legal Aid Work
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated challenges faced by lower-income people in Connecticut, say graduates of the UConn School of Law.
Alumni, Students Assist in UConn’s Transition to Remote Learning
The University had originally planned to conduct remote learning for two weeks following spring break, but growing health concerns led to a fully online transition for the Spring 2020 semester. UConn faculty members, some of whom had never administered remote courses before, had to transition their coursework quickly to align with the new remote teaching style. Neag School alumna Karen Skudlarek ’88 (BUS), ’16 MA and her colleagues at CETL have been instrumental in the process.
Alternative to the Handshake Developed by UConn Doctors
In the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic in the journal Science UConn Health doctors are recommending a new alternative to the handshake to diminish the spread of the coronavirus.
New Online Graduate Certificate on Educating Bilingual Learners
The Neag School's new online graduate certificate program offers general education teachers and other school personnel an opportunity to learn how to better support English Learners in their classrooms. The four-class, 12-credit graduate certificate can be earned fully online, making it accessible to educators across the country. The deadline to apply is May 15.