Economic Development

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

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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'

Anita Durkin, senior education coordinator at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, leads a program for elementary school students.

UConn Business Students Help Landmark Harriet Beecher Stowe Center to Expand Its Audience, Thrive

'Their work helped the Stowe Center better understand trends and connect with visitors in smarter, more impactful ways'

UConn Waterbury.

UConn Waterbury Poised for Expansion with New Building’s Imminent Opening

'With the new facilities, we are strengthening our role as an educational and economic driver in the Naugatuck Valley'

Presentation, blur and workshop with business people in meeting for financial, speaker and company valuation. Investment report, asset management and budget portfolio with employees in office.

UConn, Wells Fargo Partnership Bringing Neurodiversity Workshop for Employers to Boston

No-cost, one-day program to be hosted by Loomis Sayles, focusing on end-to-end neurodiversity initiative design