Schools & Colleges
Latino Voters Concerned About More than Immigration
'If you took a survey of Latinos and asked what is their most concerning issue, education and the economy would be in the top five,' says political scientist Beth Ginsberg.
‘Good Children’ Continues CRT’s Commitment to Premiering New Dramatic Work
In “Good Children’s” dystopian world, young Val doesn’t know what to do to comfort his traumatized mother. His frantic search for answers leads him to secrets about his family’s past. But something doesn’t feel right. Val longs to overcome his constant fear of losing the people closest to him. But in a society where the secrets of the past are closely guarded, the ones who protect you most may be the ones you should fear the most.
The Role of Genomic Duplications, Catalysts for Evolutionary Change
A new project led by UConn researcher Bernard Goffinet studies autopolyploidy, the duplication of a species' own genome, to learn more about plant diversity throughout time and how it continues today.
Snapshot: Sarah Knutie in the Galapagos Islands
The ecology and evolutionary biology professor is conducting research on how bird species in the Galapagos are responding to new parasites.
Heroin Addiction Treatment and Opioid Misuse: A Q&A
Social work professor Michael Fenrich discusses his recent study that found people undergoing heroin addiction treatment who had prior opioid history were generally more substance-involved.
Patient Profile: Trust Your Doctor
In an effort to support those affected by breast cancer, Lynn Killingbeck formed a team for the annual American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in Hartford on Oct. 28.
African American Puppetry Exhibit Opens at the Ballard
'Living Objects: African American Puppetry' focuses on an often-overlooked aspect of our culture: the work of African American puppeteers.
Professional, not Personal, Familiarity Works for Virtual Teams
When working with colleagues on a virtual team, knowledge of their professional backgrounds improves productivity, but knowledge of their personal life does not, says a new UConn study.
Decoding Neurological Mechanisms for Compensation in Dyslexia, $3 Million NIH Grant
This work will advance theories of compensatory mechanisms in dyslexia, and ultimately may improve strategies to promote intervention models and success in both children and adults with dyslexia.
Couple Provides Gift of Chamber Music Series
John and Jean Lenard, longtime patrons of Jorgensen, have made a donation they hope will encourage students to develop a love of chamber music.