Gifts & Donors

Thomas Long, professor emeritus in the School of Nursing, has donated more than a dozen 19th century books to the UConn Library and Archives & Special Collections.

19th Century Commonplace Books Show What Was Read and Loved; Poetry as Lived Experience

'The hunt for hidden meanings gives most of us a headache. Why not look at poetry just for pleasure?'

Imani Winds

Jorgensen Building Chamber Music Audience One Student at a Time

'Some students have told me after a concert it was one of the most beautiful things they’d ever heard'

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

Five Alumni to be Inducted into UConn School of Business Hall of Fame

'Their accomplishments remind us of the great foundation our business school provides for diverse endeavors'

Mark and Betsy (Reddington) Vergnano at the UConn Foundation Board Social at the Alumni Center Great Hall in Storrs.

Vergnano Endowed Chair for Inclusion Established at the College of Engineering

The Chair, which will contribute to the impact of the Vergnano Institute for Inclusion, is supported by the latest philanthropic contribution from UConn Alumni Mark and Betsy (Reddington) Vergnano

During the first week of the Summer Institute, high school students and teachers delved into learning about human rights issues together – a unique, highly intentional, and unexpectedly successful aspect of the program.

Human Rights Close to Home: A Unique Civics Education Program for K-12 Students, Supported By the Redstone Family Foundation, Launched at UConn

'I think we fundamentally underestimate how much our kids can learn even about the biggest and most important issues of today. We just need to teach them in ways that are relatable'

Dr. Monique Golden at the husky statue, on UConn campus in Storrs

Young Philanthropist Expands Study Abroad Opportunity with Planned Gift

Planning ahead is important to Monique Golden ’15 MA, ’21 Ph.D.

Students receiving instruction on performing CPR in a School of Nursing Simulation Lab.

UConn School of Nursing Receives Largest Gift in University’s History

New building, increasing enrollment to help address critical shortage of nurses

A fall morning aerial view of the Wilbur Cross Building on Oct. 18, 2021.

UConn Foundation Announces Fourth Consecutive Record-Breaking Year for Fundraising

The largest single gift in UConn’s history is included in the historic $158 million total

Alexandra Frey and Dan Frey '86 (BUS).

Alum’s Gift Supports UConn’s New Residential Wellness Community to Bolster Student Mental Health

Dan Frey '86 (BUS) established The Alexandra Frey Memorial Fund in memory of his daughter, who lost her life to suicide

The Gentry Building, home of the Neag School of Education, at UConn Storrs.

Neag School Names Recipients of the 2023 Alumni Board Scholarship

Megan Go, Kenya Overton, and Amanda Sutter are graduate students who have proven academic excellence or demonstrated financial need.