University News
Diversity Chief Seeks to Build Culture of Inclusion
'We want to make sure everyone realizes that they are valued,' says UConn's new chief diversity officer, Joelle Murchison.
UConn a Leader in Closing the Engineering Gender Gap
A recent report in The Washington Post says UConn saw the largest five-year gain in female engineering graduates among 90 public institutions nationally.
NSF Awards $3.5M to Support Diversity in STEM
A higher education alliance dedicated to expanding diversity in the STEM fields and led by UConn recently received a grant of $3.5 million to increase its efforts.
UConn Releases Results of Annual Safety Reports
UConn is releasing two reports this week that detail its response to criminal activity, sexual violence, and other issues it monitors to ensure the safety of its campus communities. The first, the Clery Annual Security and Fire Report, is required annually from all U.S. universities that receive federal financial aid funds. It includes data about […]
UConn Graduates Landing Jobs Quickly After Graduation
New figures underscore the effectiveness of UConn's career services, which help prepare students for jobs throughout their time on campus.
Torrington Extension Center Renamed for Late Sen. Adela Eads
UConn’s Board of Trustees is honoring Eads’ legacy of public service by renaming the Litchfield County Extension Center after her.
President Herbst Looks to Future of University
In a letter to the UConn community, President Herbst shares a video of her recent 'Conversation on the Future of UConn.'
UConn Health Ceremony Heralds Success of Bioscience Connecticut
Gov. Malloy and legislators joined University leaders today to celebrate the opening of new biotechnology research space.
UConn Students Earn Degrees More Quickly Than National Average
New data indicates that UConn students graduate in 4.2 years, almost a full year ahead of the average bachelor’s degree candidate at 3,600 post-secondary institutions in the U.S.
‘Tasty Waste Lunch’ Offers Food for Thought
This week, UConn Dining Services will serve a meal produced entirely from 'leftovers' for the first time.