Community Impact
Understanding the 21st Century City: Initiative at UConn Hartford Looks to Build Community Partnerships
'If we work together, we can deal with any challenge. That's the key'
UConn Researcher Develops Novel Storm Damage Prediction Model
Wei Zhang used GIS and statistical data to construct a novel model of tsunami damage in Fairfield, CT. The model can easily transfer to other storm types and communities.
Greenhouse Studios’ Unique Collaborative Process Finds Success in First 5 Years
Greenhouse Studios at UConn has created and fostered a novel collaborative academic environment since its founding in 2016.
Food Labels Leaving You Lost in the Supermarket? This Game Can Help
If you don't know your 'non-GMO' food from your 'organic,' this online activity is for you
Korey Stringer Institute Works with National Partners to Keep Laborers Safe
The recommendations focus on protecting worker health and safety while also ensuring productivity
Students Serving Community With Screenings, Vaccinations
A multidisciplinary force including UConn faculty and students came together last weekend in Hartford’s Keney Park and North End neighborhoods to offer free health screenings, COVID-19 information, and door-to-door vaccinations.
Development Center at UConn School of Business Will Assist Minority-Owned Firms
The federal grant is one of only four awarded nationwide
UConn Sociology Professor Examines Community Gun Violence
Mary Bernstein's research examines how groups work together across lines to define gun violence and seeks to find strategies to address the problem
Desmond’s Law 5 Years Later: UConn Animal Law Clinic Leader Conducting Study, Crafting Manual, Developing Diversionary Program
UConn Law professor Jessica Rubin is working on a grant to study the impact of a groundbreaking animal cruelty law in Connecticut and help other states adopt similar measures
UConn Joins Forces with University of New Haven to Help Local Manufacturers Adopt Sustainable Practices
UConn and the University of New Haven will work with local manufacturers to help them invest in the future with sustainable practices and workforce development