University News

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Graduate Education at UConn Soars in New National Rankings

Plaudits for programs across a range of disciplines and specialties

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Metanoia 2024 Kick-Off on Wednesday, April 17

This year’s Metanoia will focus on 'pathways to productive civil discourse'

Entryway sign lit up green for St. Patricks Day and for Sustainability.

UConn Sustainability Action Plan Taking Wide-Ranging Approach to ‘Green’ Future

A framework for environmental responsibility, social equity, and economic viability

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UConn Leading Federally Backed Regional Initiative to Defend Electric Grid from Cyberattack

CyberCARED will take UConn’s cybersecurity research and development into a new domain

After an extensive collaborative effort and restoration process by UConn faculty, facilities staff, and students, Connecticut’s oldest planetarium will soon be back in action.

UConn’s Old Planetarium Gets a New Upgrade

UConn faculty, students, and facilities staff are working to reawaken Connecticut’s oldest planetarium

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New Program Expands Services for Hispanic and Under-Resourced Waterbury Students

Camina Conmigo program aims to provide career preparation, academic support, engagement, and more

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American Chemical Society Holds Symposium in Honor of University Professor Cato T. Laurencin

Earning the Kathryn C. Hach Award for Entrepreneurial Success, Laurencin is being spotlighted for his contributions to the chemical industry.

Solid oxide fuel cell units

Gift of Fuel Cell Units Enhances UConn’s Clean Energy Commitment

Eight solid oxide fuel cell units will be donated to the Center for Clean Energy Engineering

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Huntington’s Disease Center of Excellence in Connecticut Designated at UConn Health

UConn Health is now one of only 57 Centers of Excellence nationwide designated by the Huntington’s Disease Society of America to help patients and their families living with this rare genetic disease

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Six From UConn Named Presidential Management Fellows

The program is the federal government's flagship leadership development program for advanced degree holders across all academic disciplines