Global Affairs
Going, Going, Gone: A Fish Tale
Mark Urban's research on a key species of fish in the Arctic is a wake-up call that environmental policies need to change.
Improving the Water Supply in a Drought-Stricken Village
Three UConn engineering students are working in partnership with a village in Ethiopia to help improve the water supply.
How the Human Brain Reads – In Any Language
UConn researchers find that what happens inside the human brain when reading is the same, no matter what the language or script.
UConn in Uganda
UConn Health medical student Ryan Duggan was part of a team that traveled to Uganda to help provide medical care and learn about tropical diseases.
Blogging from Paris: UConn@COP21
Two UConn undergraduates reflect on the Paris climate conference, which is wrapping up its deliberations this weekend.
Countdown to a Decision Over Puerto Rico’s Debt
Until Congress enacts a board to oversee Puerto Rico’s administration of public funds, any investment or bailout is wasted money, says UConn's Charles Venator-Santiago.
Same-Sex Marriage and the Law
In a cross-national study, two UConn sociologists found that policy outcomes on same-sex marriage were closely tied to the courts.
Study Shows Public Support for Laws Against Weight Discrimination
The findings have practical implications for policy makers in the U.S.
UConn Students Adjusting to New Reality in Paris Following Attacks
Faculty member Roger Célestin offers an update on the UConn group in Paris.
UConn Students, Faculty in Paris Reported Safe
All participants in the UConn Education Abroad program in Paris have reported they are safe following the Nov. 13 terrorist attacks.