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Test of Emergency Communications Set for March 20

The University will test its emergency notification system, UConnALERT, at all campuses this Tuesday.

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Law School’s DACA Clinic Advises Clients of Their Rights

The clinic offers consultations to young people affected by the discontinuation of the DACA immigration policy and provides valuable work experience for law students.

UConn students Tu Nguyen and Emilio Loret De Mola sled on Horsebarn Hill after a recent snowstorm. (Elizabeth Caron/UConn Photo)

Tiny Planet Sledding

UConn students Tu Nguyen and Emilio Loret De Mola sled on Horsebarn Hill after a recent snowstorm.

Student-athlete Monica Marcello ’18 (CAHNR) listening to a Medical Therapy Nutrition lecture by Professor Nancy Rodriguez in the Engineering II Building on Feb. 28, 2018. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Student-Athlete Strong: Monica Marcello

This nutritional sciences major and member of the Women's Diving team sees the benefits of good nutrition for academic and athletic performance alike.

Chickpea rotini with roasted garlic, tomato, mozzarella, and balsamic gastrique. (Jeff Gonci, Dining Services/UConn Photo)

UConn’s ‘Lean Bean Pasta’ Dishes are a Winner

They're vegetarian, low carb, gluten-free, high fiber and protein, and non-GMO. Dining Services' four new pasta dishes are also award-winning.

Cathy Schlund-Vials, Professor of English and Asian American Studies, at her office. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Coveted Class: Asian American Literature

'I try to make the experience of Asian American people relevant to non-Asian Americans,' says English professor and Asian American studies director Cathy Schlund-Vials.

International student Jiazhen Huang ’18 (CLAS), a sport promotion major, lifts weights at the Student Recreational Facility on Feb. 22, 2018. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Jiazhen Huang and Friends Share Cultures

This Chinese student has not only learned much about American culture, he has also shared the traditions of his homeland with other undergraduates.

UConn students on an Alternative Break trip to Birmingham, Alabama, help fix up a house in a low-income neighborhood. (Community Outreach/UConn Photo)

Alternative Spring Break Trips Offer Opportunities to Give Back

'People think college students don’t care in general, but this is a chance to show that they do,' says Alternative Break participant Megan Boyer '18 (CLAS).

Glenn Thierfeldt, a sophomore electrical engineer, at the Willis Nichols Hawley Armory for fencing practice on March 4, 2018. (Garrett Spahn/UConn Photo)

Touché! UConn’s Fencing Club

Fencing, a club sport at UConn, is a fast-paced form of swordplay that requires lightning-quick responses.

Two young women are indoors in a bedroom. They are wearing casual clothing. One woman looks sad, and she is being comforted by her friend. (Getty Images)

Mental Health First Aid Comes to Campus

UConn has begun offering mental health training sessions, becoming part of a national movement to make mental health first aid as widespread as CPR and first aid skills.