University News
UConn to Collaborate with Saudi Arabia’s KAUST on Innovation, Commercialization Initiatives
'Both institutions are investing in translational research that produces scalable solutions for contemporary societal problems'
UConn, Connecticut’s 5 Recognized Tribes Launching Historic Partnership
The agreement is the first of its kind on the East Coast between Tribal Nations and a university
Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ To Open in Student Union Food Court
Bear's BBQ has earned the type of name recognition in Connecticut and the Hartford area typically reserved for legacy businesses that have been operating for decades
A New Cafe Is Coming to UConn Hartford
The new dining space will offer students an affordable option on-site, which does not currently exist, and foster a stronger and more inclusive university community
UConn to Expand Student Housing Options at Storrs, Stamford Campuses
New agreements will bring the number of available beds to about 13,900 on or adjacent to the Storrs campus starting in fall 2025 and nearly 1,025 beds near the Stamford campus starting in the 2026-27 academic year
UConn Purchases Property to Serve as Boathouse for Rowing Team
The scope of the renovations will include approximately 6,000 square feet for boat storage and 2,000 square feet for locker rooms and restrooms
Academic Program Review has Minimal Effect on Majors; Undergrad Programs Preserved
The process did not target any particular disciplinary field and made no assumptions about the programs. Being included did not signal anything other than the fact that the programs’ enrollment and completions were below what would be expected in a five-year window
UConn Holds Tuition Flat for Coming Academic Year, Makes Modest Fee Adjustments
UConn will hold its tuition rate flat for the 2025-26 fiscal year while it reviews other ways to raise revenue, increase operating efficiencies, and protect the academic enterprise while continuing to ensure access for talented students
Vargas Named UConn’s First Rangel Fellowship Recipient
The program supports individuals who want to pursue careers in the foreign service of the U.S. Department of State and was established in 2003
UConn Improving Gampel Wi-Fi, Studying Other Upgrades as Venue Approaches Its 35th Year
Fans are expected to see improvements in their wireless connectivity possibly as early as mid-January