Community Impact
A Boost to UConn’s Critical Research
Amid deep losses in federal aid, Connecticut approves $35 million to support research and innovation at UConn and UConn Health
Honoring and Continuing a Legacy of Community Engagement
Philosophy Professor Emeritus Leonard I. Krimerman championed ideals of social and economic justice, the importance of human dignity, and the prioritization of community wellbeing
Connecticut High School Seniors Graduate from ‘Doctors Academy’ at UConn Health
The annual Closing Ceremony of the Health Career Opportunity Programs (HCOP) of UConn Health was marked on May 13, 2026.
BUILDing Connecticut’s Capital City: Unique UConn Course Celebrates Five Years of Partnership, Collaboration, and Hartford Stories
'BUILD Hartford is a hands-on UConn course that turns digital storytelling into real support for Hartford’s businesses'
UConn John Dempsey Hospital’s University Tower Turns 10
Decade of ‘remarkable growth’
UConn Extension Councils Help Connect Communities
Volunteer Extension Councils across the state help UConn Extension identify and respond to community needs
Community Outreach’s ‘Food Systems’ Alternative Break
A food system comprises interconnected elements needed to provide people with sustainable access to food. The system entails food production, processing, transport, distribution, marketing, consumption, and management of waste
UConn Provost Announces 2026 Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship
The Provost's Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship (PAECES) recognize scholarly activities that integrate community engagement with research, creative work, and teaching
UConn Health Strengthens Perinatal Mental Health Care for Connecticut Families
During Perinatal Mental Health Month, UConn Health is highlighting its growing efforts to improve care for pregnant and postpartum individuals through integrated services, community engagement, research, and education aimed at supporting families across Connecticut.
Harm Reduction and Food Insecurity: Urban Health/AHEC Scholars Make the Connection
Interprofessional health students in the Women’s Health Interest Group (IG) take action to organize and distribute healthy food bag donations to community women in need.