University Life

Samantha Gillard enjoying the Ride-On Remote Controlled Car.

Engineering Students Go Beyond the Books to Assist Massachusetts Girl

Special equipment designed by three students in the biomedical engineering program has given 3 year-old Samantha Gillard a degree of freedom she never had before.

The candle lighting ceremony commences in the Student Union on Dec. 9, 2011. (Max Sinton for UConn)

Kwanzaa Ceremony Heralds the Holiday Season

The African American Cultural Center's annual Kwanzaa event included the lighting of candles, a blessing, and a shared meal.

Casey Jessop and other members of the UConn dance team practice in the Student Union on Nov. 29, 2011. (Max Sinton for UConn)

Academics and Dance Drew Student to Storrs from Down Under

During a semester at UConn, Australian exchange student Casey Jessop has decided on a major in marine sciences and received an education in Huskymania.

Richard Gray, vice president and chief financial officer, speaks at a town hall meeting on tuition and the University budget held at Konover Auditorium on Dec. 12, 2011. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Tuition and Fees Discussed at ‘Town Hall’ Meeting

President Herbst and UConn CFO Richard Gray say, 'Hiring the faculty we need to teach our students is our number one priority.'

Brothers Matthew McDonough '12 (CLAS), left, and Colin McDonough '12 (CLAS) on the sidelines during a football game at Rentschler Field on September 3, 2011. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Twins Share Coverage of Huskies Sports at Daily Campus

The two journalism majors grew up as fans of baseball, basketball, and football.

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Town Hall Meetings on Tuition Scheduled

UConn's Chief Financial Officer will give a presentation on the University's budget situation, and answer questions.

Pei-Kang Wu works on his laptop in the School of Business Cafe on Nov. 30, 2011. (Ariel Dowski/UConn Photo)

Taiwanese Exchange Student Enjoys Classes, Travel, and Husky Sports

Pei-Kang Wu, the first student from Taiwan's National Chengchi University to study at UConn, is one of more than 200 foreign exchange students on campus.

Gingerbread scenes lit the afternoon with a festive glow during the Winter Holiday Celebration on Dec. 7, 2011. (Sarah Rawlinson '15 (SFA)/UConn Photo)

Gingerbread Teams Enjoy the Sweet Taste of Success

Friendly competition was the order of the day for the Gingerbread House Contest, part of the Dec. 7 Winter Holiday Celebration.

Alexander Gaffney, left, Luci Chaplin, and Ryan Royle perform at the Steel Pan Ensemble held in von der Mehden Recital Hall on Dec. 4, 2011. (Ariel Dowski/UConn Photo)

UConn Ensemble Makes Steel-Pan Sounds Come Alive

A diverse group of students enjoys making music that has universal appeal.

DeVinney Finds Husky Swim Team a Family Affair

Senior Erin DeVinney, a Big East Academic All-Star, has excelled as a nursing major and top-level athlete who has Type 1 diabetes.