Economic Development

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Rodney Butler, Ahead of CAHNR Commencement Speech, Reflects on Decades Spent Helping His Tribe

'Real success is pulling others in, lifting them up, working together, and having that shared success'

The floor of Gampel pavilion teaming with students, shot from the mezzanine above.

A Final Milestone and a Glimpse of the Future for Engineering Students

The College of Engineering’s Senior Design Day brings out the best in student creativity, collaboration and problem solving

A group of people stand together, holding their certificates of completion for the Nexus Startup Hub program.

Global Training and Development Institute Marks Significant Milestone

The 20th cohort of the Nexus Startup Hub graduated this spring

A large group of people stands in front of a building's doors, cutting a ceremonial ribbon.

UConn Waterbury Joins Community to Dedicate The Neil O’Leary Building

'Mayor O’Leary recognized the potential of this structure when many considered it beyond saving'

U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney speaks to an audience at the Avery Point Campus April 3.

UConn, URI, and General Dynamics Electric Boat Launch Workforce Development Program

The ANCHOR contract will enable the coalition to significantly increase activities in the region, including the development of multiple new summer programs for K-12 students, undergraduate summer researchers, and pre-service teachers

An engineer wearing an Aero Gear jacket tinkers with machinery

Engineering Takes Flight at Connecticut Manufacturing Simulation Center

With Connecticut aerospace company Aero Gear, CMSC helps model excellence

Students celebrate at commencement.

Career Successes of Recent Grads Underscore Strong ROI of a UConn Education

UConn’s most recent cohort of graduates earned annual starting salaries of nearly $65,000 on average – up about $5,200 from the previous year

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Biochar and Microbe Synergy: A Path to Climate-Smart Farming

Biochar has recently emerged as a 'Climate-Smart Agriculture' since it improves many aspects of agricultural sustainability without the negative environmental consequences associated with traditional fertilizers. A team of UConn researchers is developing a fuller picture of its environmental and agricultural benefits

A crowded lobby is full of students talking to groups at tables.

For UConn Students, the Future is Green

Networking event features advice and guidance from industry leaders and alums

A ballroom with tables set and the words "Hall of Fame Celebration" projected on a wall.

UConn School of Business to Induct Five Distinguished Business Executives into ‘Hall of Fame’

'Their remarkable achievements, leadership, and dedication to service place them among the most distinguished executives in their fields'