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Caitlin Davies, left, '12 (CANR), John Saddlemire, vice president for student affairs, Gloria Hutchinson, federation of Women's Clubs of Connecticut, and Linda Schwartz, commissioner of the department of veterans' affairs, cut the ribbon to open the Student Veterans Oasis at the Student Union on March 21, 2012. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

New Private Lounge in Student Union a Haven for Veterans

UConn’s servicemen and women now have a place in the center of campus where they can study, relax, and discuss their experiences.

Approximately 50 UConn undergraduates worked in the Upper Ninth Ward in New Orleans during their alternative spring break.. (Bret Eckhardt/UConn Photo)

Herbst: UConn Reaching Out to the Community

From offering assistance on a local farm to taking part in hands-on service projects all over the country, UConn students amaze me with their dedication to serving the community.

Gregory J. Weidemann, dean of the college of agriculture and natural resources stands outdoors with the Poultry Unit and Jacobson Barn over his shoulder on March 13, 2012. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

A Land Grant University for the 21st Century

UConn's mission as a land grant university has developed far beyond the focus on family farming and 'mechanical arts' envisaged when the Morrill Act created the land grant system of education 150 years ago.

An exterior view of the Stamford Campus. (Peter Morenus/Conn Photo)

Veterans Employment Expo to Take Place at UConn’s Stamford Campus

The March 15 event will bring together vets and employers from New York and New England.

Amanda Baez: Passion Beyond the Classroom

A hands-on job and magnificent opportunities to travel have made it possible for this UConn senior to gain exceptional experience before graduation.

Newspaper headlines filled with news about: economy despair, crisis, money worries and dark tones about recession, depression and job losses.

Climate Change Skepticism Stems from Recession, UConn Study Finds

A bad economy makes people less likely to believe in climate change, according to a new study by political scientist Lyle Scruggs.

Members of the UConn Cosplay Club enjoy a Victorian Masquerade Ball in the Student Union on March 3, 2012. (Ariel Dowski/UConn Photo)

Masquerade Ball Spotlights Victorian Era

Ballroom dancing, parlor games, mask making, and a costume contest – all in the Victorian tradition that combines formality with frivolity – were all part of an evening hosted by UConn's Cosplay Club.

Uconn students dance at Huskython 2012 on Feb. 18. (Sarah Rawlinson/UConn Photo)

UConn Students Raise Record Amount Through ‘HuskyTHON’

The hours-long dance marathon will benefit the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center.

Close up of a medical prescription bottle.

Study: Switching Anti-epileptic Drugs Could Increase Risk of Seizures

Brand and generic epilepsy drugs are equally safe and effective, but switching from a brand-name to a generic could increase individuals' chance of having a seizure, a new study finds.

Summer Session video still.

Summer Session Returns With Half-Price Housing

Summer classes offer students the opportunity to concentrate on difficult course material, or catch up or get ahead with courses they need in order to graduate.