Schools & Colleges
Alumni Friends Reconnect with Dr. Donald Potter
How influential is any one faculty member in helping to shape the next generation of engineering leaders? In the case of Dr. Donald Potter, professor emeritus of Metallurgy and Materials Science, the answer was resoundingly clear when a tightly knit group of former graduate students returned to Storrs over the summer for a reunion with their beloved graduate school advisor and mentor.
UConn Rises as Center for Language and Cognition
A cluster of new faculty hires is moving UConn from being a school that has interests in cognitive science to one that is known for it.
Alumni Return to Campus to Learn About the Environment
UConn alumni and friends spent a day on campus learning from CLAS faculty about health, politics, and the environment.
Termite Trouble? Blame it on the Microbes
Molecular and cell biologist Kenneth Noll explains why termites would not be a threat to your home without the help of microbes.
Government Shutdown the Result of a ‘Perfect Storm,’ Says Political Scientist
Professor Ronald Schurin reviews the current situation in Washington, explaining why it’s happening and how it might end.
Casual but Regular Teacher-Parent, Teacher-Student Communications Can Increase Both Engagement and Performance
Greater participation, fewer behavioral problems and stronger teacher-student relationships are benefits that may occur when teachers increase causal, personalized communications and regularly reach out to parents and students, said Shaun Dougherty, a Neag School of Education assistant professor of Educational Leadership & Policy.
Helping Young Athletes Avoid Injury
Kinesiologist Lindsay DiStefano is investigating whether special warm-ups can help prevent sports-related injuries among middle school children.
Student Interns Learn from Alumni Mentors
Many students are benefiting from opportunities to gain relevant work experience, thanks to UConn's extensive alumni network.
Graduate School Information Session
Did you know that most engineering students get paid to go to graduate school and don’t pay tuition? Please join us for an information session and learn about graduate school as one of your career options! When: October 24, 2013 Where: ITEB 336 5:30pm-7:00pm
Neag School Undergrad Student Leader Believes in Community Involvement and Giving Back
Senior Justis Lopez expected the Neag School of Education to show him how to become a social studies teacher. He did not expect it to shape him into a leader. “One of the many things I’ve learned is how important it is to learn about yourself and find your own identity—how important it is to know what […]