University News

A UConn flag now flies at the site of the new downtown Hartford Campus on May 18, 2015. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Celebrates Start of Construction on Downtown Hartford Campus

A groundbreaking ceremony in Hartford on May 18 marked the return of the campus to its urban roots.

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Trustees Approve Contract with Union Representing Graduate Assistants

The three-year collective bargaining contract now goes to the state General Assembly.

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Ultra-High-Speed Broadband Bolsters UConn Research

The new network will facilitate data-intensive scientific research between UConn Health and Storrs researchers and their peers around the globe.

President Susan Herbst speaks at an event at the Old Judiciary Room at the State Capitol on April 14, 2015. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

#StandWithUConn: Lawmakers Urged to Support University Budget

At an event at the State Capitol last week, speakers made the case for UConn's budget.

C. Michael White, professor & head of the Department of Pharmacy Practice (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Designated as Federal Health Care Study Center

UConn's reports will be used by Medicaid and Medicare Services in making health coverage decisions that affect millions of patients nationwide.

Changing the Landscape: Growth and Development

An overview of the ways UConn is shaping the landscape in Storrs and around the state.

President Susan Herbst gives the State of the University address at the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Oct. 16. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Herbst Hails UConn’s Progress in State of the University Address

But she warns that the gains can quickly be reversed, without sustained commitment.

Master Plan Presents 20-Year Vision for Storrs Campus

A comprehensive plan that will help shape the physical development of the Storrs campus for the next 20 years will soon be available for public review.

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UConn Trustees Approve FY ’15 Budget

The Board approved a $1.18 billion budget for 2014-15 this week that adds new faculty, increases financial aid, and includes Next Generation Connecticut projects.

Old Hartford Times building, site of new downtown Hartford campus. (UConn Photo)

UConn Hartford Moving from Vision to Reality

Establishing a classic urban campus helps UConn fulfill core aspects of its academic mission while complementing the capital city.