Natural Resources & the Environment
For Restoring Biodiversity Look for Help from the Humble, World-building Muskrat
'These important aquatic rodents transform habitats in many ways that some communities, like the Native Americans, have appreciated for 1000s of years, and Western science is just now discovering that importance'
CT DEEP Releases New Wildlife Action Plan with Support from UConn’s CAHNR
With the goal of identifying species in need and actions to take, the Statewide Wildlife Action Plan incorporates scientific expertise and comments from the public
Kumar Venkitanarayanan Named Interim Dean of UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources
Venkitanarayanan is a leader in the field of egg and poultry meat safety and has served in several leadership roles within the University
From Puddles to Pollinators: Rain Gardens are Transforming Connecticut Landscapes
UConn Extension programs offer multi-faceted resources to help businesses and residents bolster their landscapes
When Stressors Converge, How Will Our Forests Fare?
Two recent publications dig into the impacts of compounding factors threatening New England trees
Living with Bears in Connecticut: What You Need to Know
Bears are a growing presence in Connecticut, and while they’re an important part of our ecosystem, it's important to know how to safely share space
CAHNR Commencement 2025: A Day of Pride, Celebration, and New Beginnings
Last weekend with friends, families, and faculty by their sides, over 600 CAHNR students turned their tassels and embarked on their next chapter
Rodney Butler, Ahead of CAHNR Commencement Speech, Reflects on Decades Spent Helping His Tribe
'Real success is pulling others in, lifting them up, working together, and having that shared success'
CAHNR Graduate Students Share Novel Work at Annual Research Forum
Organized by CAHNR's Office of Research, the event provides graduate students from across the College with an opportunity to showcase their work.
CAHNR’s Class of 2025
Students from across CAHNR share memories from their time at UConn and their plans for the future