Schools & Colleges
Senior Design Day Is Coming (with Video)
More than 130 student teams will present their engineering projects at Gampel Pavilion
Diving for Data on Fish Populations
A UConn marine scientist is working in the waters off Costa Rica to build more accurate models of how fish may adapt to environmental changes.
Students’ Device Helps People Take Meds as Prescribed
Two undergraduates have developed a device that 'parrots' prescription instructions to help people in developing countries take their medications.
Promise of Personalized Medicine in Dentistry Embraces Team Approach
The dean of the School of Dental Medicine discusses anticipated changes in dentistry as health care evolves toward a more personalized model.
Meghan Forgione ’09 (CLAS), Political Professional and Student Mentor
While pursuing a career in political outreach and strategy, English major and political science minor Meghan Forgione ’09 (CLAS) returns to UConn to champion the value of a liberal arts education to current students.
Autism Recovery – Questioning the Impossible
Research by UConn psychology professor Deborah Fein suggests that some children with autism can overcome the symptoms over time and with intense therapy.
‘Excellence Gap’ Robs Talented Students of Their Potential
A report co-authored by UConn education professor Jonathan Plucker exposes the lack of programs for high-ability, low-income K-12 students.
Board of Trustees Names Two CLAS Faculty as Distinguished Professors
The designation is the University’s highest academic honor, and recognizes exceptional distinction in scholarship, teaching, and service.
Social Work Professor Catherine Havens Dies
A faculty member in Social Work for 38 years, Havens also was longtime associate dean for academic affairs and director of the MSW program.
Justis Lopez – An Exceptional Educator in the Making
First-generation college student and fifth-year master’s student in the Neag School, Justis Lopez, was inspired by his high school teacher, Ms. Heather Banas, to go into teaching. Well prepared through numerous on campus and community activities, Justis has big plans after graduation.