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Bass-baritone Anthony Leathern, right, and contralto Judy Bowers, both doctoral candidates in voice performance, as Noye and Noye's Wife in UConn Opera's production of Britten's Noye's Fludde. A gift from former associate dean of business Rob Hoskin will support students participating in the opera program. (Paige Crane Photography for UConn)

Longtime Accounting Professor Supports Opera at UConn

Students participating in the opera program will benefit from the philanthropy of a retired faculty member.

Two Asian physicians wearing protective masks. (iStock Photo)

MERS: Should We Be Worried?

A UConn pathobiologist discusses how Middle East Respiratory Syndrome is transmitted and whether it could spread in the U.S.

Daniel Kloyzner ‘16 (ENG) with Richard Parnas, a professor of chemical, materials, and biomolecular engineering, has found a way to turn particle board into carpet. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

A New Use for Old Carpet

UConn researchers in engineering and business are collaborating to create particle board from waste carpet and bring it to market.

Cathy Schlund-Vials reads a book in the Wilbur Cross Reading Room. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Race in America is This Year’s UConn Reads Theme

Cathy Schlund-Vials, chair of the UConn Reads Steering Committee, says she turns to literature to understand contemporary events.

Peter Pan practices his flying skills. (Ryan Glista '16 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

Flying into Neverland

Peter has been practicing his flying skills for Connecticut Repertory Theatre's production of Peter Pan, which runs through July 3.

(Photo courtesy of Jan Krátký)

Rinse and Repeat to Remove Anxiety

UConn researchers found the first scientific evidence of a link between anxiety and ritualized behavior.

Associate extension professor Ana Legrand points out Tiphia on peonies to participants during a workshop in May. (Kevin Noonan/UConn Photo)

Reducing the Japanese Beetle Population

A UConn researcher recommends planting peonies to attract a parasitic wasp that preys on the beetle grubs.

A candle burning.

Emeritus Professor of Political Science George Cole Dies

Cole, a former department chair, was an expert on prosecution, courts, and corrections.

Jazz on the Square

Live Music Wednesdays in Storrs Center are a relaxing way to spend an evening with family and friends.

Jazz on the Square

Live Music Wednesdays at the Storrs Center Town Square are a relaxing way to spend an evening with family and friends.