University Life

Emmett and Mamie Till. (Source: The Mamie Till Mobley Foundation)

UConn Reads: Maternal Activism and Racial Justice

A daughter reflects on mothers who advocate tirelessly for racial justice for their children, despite their own suffering.

This year's HuskyTHON, an 18-hour dance marathon that caps a year-long student fundraising effort, raised a record total of more than $716,000 for Connecticut Children's Medical Center. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

HuskyTHON 2016

UConn students raised more than $716,000 for Connecticut Children's Medical Center during this year's 18-hour dance marathon.

Brian Kelleher at work at the Lakeside Building on Feb. 18, 2016. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Full-Time Student Meets Full-Time Employee

Brian Kelleher '17 (SFA) successfully combines dual roles as a student and a web developer for University Communications.

Detail from “Pittsburgh left,” oil on canvas (2014), Deborah Zlotsky

Making a Career in Art

An exhibition of juried alumni art at Contemporary Art Galleries illustrates the successful careers of four graduates of the MFA program.

Student-athlete Morgan Tuck in an introduction to sports communication class in Gentry Building on Feb. 17, 2016. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Student-Athlete Strong: Morgan Tuck

For women's basketball forward and business student Morgan Tuck, being a Husky means being great in basketball, life, and school.

UConn wordmark.

An Opportunity to Meet the Chief Diversity Officer Candidates

Three candidates for the University’s top diversity position will participate in public forums as part of the interview process.

Male Nude with Houdon Ecorche II, no date, Roger L. Crossgrove, gelatin silver print, part of the 'Stark Imagery: The Male Nude in Art' exhibit at the Benton Museum. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Exploring Masculinity Through Art

An exhibit at the Benton Museum through March 13 traces the history of the portrayal of the male body.

Roomful of Teeth. (Photo by Bonica Ayala of Bonica Ayala Photography)

Expect the Unexpected at ‘Roomful of Teeth’ Performance

The groundbreaking vocal ensemble will perform 'art music' with UConn students on Feb. 10.

Sledding UConn Style

There was a lot less snow than most years, so when a snowfall did come, students were out in numbers for a ride down Horsebarn Hill.

February is the perfect time to visit the Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Greenhouses. Here's a sneak peek. (Amy Jorgensen '17 (SFA)/UConn Photo)

A Taste of the Tropics

February is the perfect time to visit the Ecology & Evolutionary Biology Greenhouses. Here's a sneak peek.