University Life

100 years ago on Nov. 11, UConn celebrated the armistice that brought World War I to a close. (University Library Archives & Special Collections)

‘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 - UConn Communications

The UConn wordmark, in white on a navy background.

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 - UConn Communications

Adjunct professor Ryan O’Connor consults students enrolled in an Internet of Things course that uses emerging technology to improve plant life at UConn’s Spring Valley Farm. Students, from left, are Nicole Hamilton '19 (BUS), Tara Watrous '19 (CLAS), and Radhika Kanaskar '18 (BUS). (Claire Hall/UConn Photo)

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

Kimberly Bergendahl, assistant professor in residence of political science at the Brooklyn Correctional Institution, onJuly 31, 2018. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

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 - UConn Communications

UConn defeated Liberty 5-3 to win the Big East Field Hockey Championship on Nov. 4, 2018. (Joel Coleman for UConn)

UConn Field Hockey to Face Rutgers in NCAA First Round

After winning its seventh straight Big East Tournament championship Sunday, UConn heads to Maryland to face Rutgers on Friday.

November 9, 2018 | Kristen Cole - UConn Communications

Athletics
Christian Escotto-Rosado '19 (BUS), at the Stamford Campus. (Nathan Oldham/UConn Photo)

Stamford First-Generation Student Maximizes Opportunities

Stamford business major Christian Escotto-Rosado '19 (BUS) is soaking up every experience he can, including an internship at IBM and the chance to take part in the Student Managed Fund.

November 7, 2018 | Meredith Guinness

With much at stake in these mid-term elections, students living on campus joined local residents at the Mansfield Community Center to cast their votes. (Lucas Voghell '20 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

Students Head to the Polls on Election Day 2018

With much at stake in this year's mid-term elections, students living on campus joined local residents at the Mansfield Community Center to cast their votes.

November 6, 2018 | Peter Morenus & Lucas Voghell '20 (CLAS)

Digital media design major Devyn Lowry '19 (CLAS), vice president of UCGC, is responsible for helping to oversee the club and its executive board. (Lucas Voghell '20 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

Gaming Gathering: Club Hosts Overwatch World Cup Viewing Party

Members of the UConn Gaming Club cheered on their favorite teams during the 'viewing party' Saturday night.

November 6, 2018 | Lucas Voghell '20 (CLAS)

Renowned children’s book author Tomie dePaola signs Quinn Ostergren’s copy of his popup book 'Brava, Strega Nona!' (Lucas Voghell '20 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

Book Fair Delights Kids’ Literature Fans of All Ages

It was storytime this weekend for children and families attending the annual Connecticut Children's Book Fair at Rome Ballroom Nov. 3-4.

November 5, 2018 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

Community Impact
A drone view of Homer Babbidge Library and the Thomas J. Dodd Research Center. (Eric Yang '12 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

The View from Above

Leaf peeping on campus – a sign of the season. Another sign? Daylight Saving Time officially ends Sunday, Nov. 4.

November 2, 2018 | Eric Yang '21 (CLAS)