University Life
UConn Reads: Seizing the Moment for Humility
A UConn medical student discusses humility – a virtue advocated by many faiths – as a framework for greater understanding among those who disagree.
March 17, 2017 | Alexis Cordone '14 (CLAS)
Daylight Savings: Dial It Forward
While clocks and watches are altered twice a year to accommodate Daylight Savings, the Waugh sundial on the Storrs campus keeps time according to the position of the sun in the sky.
March 10, 2017 | Emily Fitzpatrick '17 (CLAS)
UConn Examining Implications of White House’s New Travel Restrictions
A working group is reviewing new parameters released Monday, and the University is updating its guidelines for those affected.
March 7, 2017 | Stephanie Reitz
Former Avery Point Baseball Coach Named to NJCAA Hall of Fame
Roger Bidwell was head coach of baseball at UConn Avery Point for 34 years.
March 3, 2017 | Combined Reports
Caps & Gowns Changing From Black to Blue
The blue gowns could also be referred to as 'green.' Each is made from about 23 recycled plastic water bottles.
March 1, 2017 | Loretta Waldman
New Graduates Enter a Good Job Market
'The number of recruiters at UConn's career fairs are double what they were four years ago,' says the director of the Center for Career Development.
March 1, 2017 | Kenneth Best
Asian Nite Showcases Asian Cultures
Asian Nite lit up the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts with movement, color, and sound.
March 1, 2017 | Peter Morenus
UConn Reads: Religion and Inclusion, a UConn Story
During World War II, the University of Connecticut – in collaboration with a Quaker organization – opened its doors to 18 Japanese American students from the internment camps.
February 28, 2017 | Cathy Schlund-Vials, UConn Reads Steering Committee
Behind the Scenes at the Daily Campus
Take a peek behind the scenes of UConn's student-run daily newspaper.
February 28, 2017 | Emily Fitzpatrick '17 (CLAS) & Hunter Young '18 (SFA)
National Advocate for Hispanic Students to Continue Her Work at UConn
A newly hired marketing professor is committed to boosting the success of Hispanic students in completing their college degree.
February 24, 2017 | Claire Hall, School of Business