University Life

Alexander Velazquez '12 (CLAS) (ENG) on March 29, 2012. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Class of 2012: Alexander Velázquez

Alexander Velázquez is graduating with a dual degree in computer science and engineering and German studies. During an internship in Stuttgart, he contributed new code to a driving simulator.

Portrait of Lucien Lafreniere.

Class of 2012: Lucien Lafreniere

Lucien Lafreniere '12 (CLAS) previously served four years in the U.S. Marines. Now he is completing another four-year journey, as an outstanding scholar at the Waterbury campus.

Anna Green is a recipient of the 2012 Barry M. Goldwater scholarship for outstanding young scientists. (Daniel Buttrey/UConn Photo)

UConn Students Win National Goldwater Scholarship and Honorable Mention

The Barry M. Goldwater Foundation supports outstanding young scientists who wish to pursue a career in science or technology.

Working under blue skies was a help when it was time to repair the roof. (Photo courtesy of the Honors Program)

An Alternative Way to Spend Spring Break

A group of UConn students in the 2012 Honors Alternative Spring Break program traveled to Appalachia to lend a hand.

Momina Afrede '14 (CLAS) and Ashly Stovall '14 (CANR), right, each enjoy one of the 1500 blue and white Dunkin Donuts that were given away to celebrate the opening of their new location at the Student Union on March 22, 2012. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Dunkin’ Donuts Opens at New Student Union Location

A Spring Fling event to celebrate the new Dunkin' Donuts on campus included 1,500 free donuts and a 'donut-cutting' of a five-tiered tower made of Husky-themed donuts.

Sharielle Applewhite: A Voice for the Unheard

As a UNESCO Student Ambassador for Human Rights, Sharielle Applewhite has helped influence citizens of various regions, from Rwanda to Cherokee Nation.

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.

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.

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.