University News
UConn is Sierra Club’s No. 1 ‘Coolest School’
UConn has won the top spot in 'Sierra' magazine’s nationwide rankings for efforts to encourage sustainability, green technology, and environmental stewardship.
New UConn Microgrid to Provide Power in Storm-related Outages
The University has received state funding to create an independent microgrid energy system at the Depot Campus.
Governor’s Signature Puts ‘Next Generation Connecticut’ Plan into Action
The bill, which received overwhelming bipartisan support in the General Assembly, went into effect Tuesday with Malloy’s signature at the State Capitol.
Next Generation Connecticut Seeks to Continue State’s Tradition of Innovation
Connecticut has a proud history of innovation. As the 21st century brings new opportunities, the state is responding with Next Generation Connecticut.
Neag School Moves up Four Spots in National Graduate School Rankings
In the U.S. News & World Report rankings of graduate schools released this month, the Neag School of Education is ranked #28 in the nation.
UConn, State Officials Announce Launch of ‘Next Generation Connecticut’ Initiative
The groundbreaking proposal would dramatically transform UConn STEM research and academics.
UConn Earns Top Score in Third Annual GreenMetric World Ranking
The University scored particularly high in the education category, which includes sustainability courses, research, and outreach.
Former Avery Point Director Jim Baird Dies
As director of the Avery Point campus from 1975 to 1996, Baird oversaw its evolution from modest beginnings to a thriving campus community.
Malloy Leads Bioscience Connecticut Groundbreaking
The first of the Bioscience Connecticut construction projects at the UConn Health Center is now under way.
Health Center-Jackson Lab Project Among Top 10 Business Deals of 2011
The annual list from Site Selection magazine salutes the best corporate facility projects in the world.