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April 11, 2026

President Announcement

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A Message from President Maric and Provost Alpay on the Segal Group’s Findings and Recommendations

An informational session will be scheduled on organizational assessment of key administrative areas

April 6, 2026 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

University News

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Message to the Community Regarding the State Budget

President Maric discusses the impact on UConn and UConn Health

June 4, 2025 | Office of the President

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UConn Assessing Impacts of Federal Directives

A message addressing issues related to actions taken by the federal government in recent weeks

March 6, 2025 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

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A Message from President Maric

An update on the University’s budget and request for state support in the next two fiscal years

February 20, 2025 | The Office of the President

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A Message to UConn Faculty and Staff

Communication and transparency are crucial for supporting trust and sustaining growth at UConn and UConn Health

February 18, 2025 | Office of the President

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NIH Funding Policy

A message to the community regarding the recent change

February 9, 2025 | Office of the President

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Message to the Community on the Proposed State Budget

President Maric discusses university strengths, priorities

February 5, 2025 | Office of the President

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Message on Recent Executive Orders and Federal Actions

President Maric and Provost D’Alleva update the university community

January 28, 2025 | Office of the President

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A Message on the Development of the Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan

An important initiative that will play a key role in shaping the future of UConn

January 6, 2025 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

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Welcome Back!

President Maric welcomes new and returning students

August 26, 2024 | Office of the President

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