University Life
The ‘Roundup’ of Connecticut News
A newsletter course in the journalism department offers students real-life experience in digital journalism and marketing.
November 27, 2018 | Maya Moore (CLAS)
For Olympic Athlete the Goal is Dual Degrees
Donn Cabral's professional running career has taken him around the world and provided some unique opportunities – including translating something for celebrity gymnast Simone Biles in Rio de Janeiro.
November 20, 2018 | Camille Chill
Op-ed: Just Passing Tests Won’t Make Teachers Good
If the responsibilities of a teacher go far beyond academics, why isn’t that what we are testing teacher candidates on? writes Olivia Singer, a master's student in the teacher preparation program.
November 19, 2018 | Olivia Singer '18 (ED), Neag School of Education IB/M Program
Flaky Weather
When the first snowflakes of the academic year began to fly on Thursday, students and plow truck drivers went outside.
November 16, 2018 | Lucas Voghell '20
Truman Scholar Dedicated to Promoting Global Health
Akshayaa Chittibabu '19 (CLAS) talks about her travels, her plans for the future, and napping in the library.
November 16, 2018 | Sheila Foran
Celebrating UConn’s Global Reach
UConn Worldfest fetes UConn's international student community, and promotes global engagement and learning across cultures.
November 13, 2018 | Lucas Voghell '20
‘Joyous Demonstrations’ Marked End of World War I
100 years ago, UConn celebrated the armistice that brought World War I to a close.
November 12, 2018 | Tom Breen
Test of Emergency Alert System Tuesday
The test Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 12:25 p.m., involves multiple messaging platforms.
November 12, 2018 | Combined Reports
Students Use High-Tech Analytics to Optimize Plant Growth
A course on the Internet of Things is introducing students to the use of data analytics and emerging technology in managing specialized facilities at UConn's Spring Valley Farm.
November 9, 2018 | Claire Hall
Coveted Class: Politics of Crime and Justice
Kimberly Bergendahl wants students to see how the law works in real life, so she introduced community-based service programs to her curriculum, including the opportunity to tutor inmates at a correctional institution.
November 9, 2018 | Colin Poitras