Community Impact
UConn’s Queer Science Conference Challenges Stereotypes, Inspires Students
UConn hosts fifth annual event for high schoolers
Dyslexia Awareness Month: UConn Waterbury Connects Awareness With Research and Student Success
'By illuminating familiar landmarks in red, the campaign helped spark conversations, increase public understanding, and show support for individuals with dyslexia'
Connecting UConn Research and Service Member Readiness
UConn hosted CT's National Guard and Veterans Affairs leadership for an honest discussion on the evolving physical and mental health needs of servicemen and women
Turfgrass Disease Diagnostic Lab Helps Professionals Maintain Healthy Turf
The lab serves professional turfgrass managers, including golf courses, athletic fields, and lawn care operators for rapid diagnosis to address turfgrass pathogens and other problems
UConn Law Students Gain Real-World Experience in Criminal Defense Victory
Working alongside Connecticut public defenders, students in the Criminal Defense Appellate Clinic helped secure a new trial in a murder case while developing skills in appellate advocacy and community service.
UConn Physical Therapy Event Celebrates 75 Years of Impact
On October 3, 2026, alumni joined current students, faculty, and UConn administration to celebrate the Doctor of Physical Therapy program's 75-year-long legacy
From 4-H Camp Friends to College Connections
“I realized I was helping create the same positive experience for younger campers that older leaders once created for me.”
UConn 4-H Volunteer Hogan Eng Helps Youth Find Their Voice
Since 2018, Eng has led Power Surge 4-H Robotics, a UConn 4-H club that helps youth gain hands-on experience in engineering and technology while also developing leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
Help on the Way for Kids in Child Welfare System, Caregivers
UConn Health building program to strengthen care, support for foster, adoptive families
Community Connections to Fight Cancer
UConn Health's Rosa Agosto is helping connect patients to the care they need