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May 9, 2026

Graduates

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Congratulations Class of 2026

Commencement is more than a ceremony—it’s a defining moment

May 8, 2026 | Emily Zangari

University News

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Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing Holds Annual Research and Scholarship Day

A highlight of the event, which was held in the Student Union Ballroom in Storrs, was the poster award competition for both students and faculty

May 7, 2026 | Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications

Research & Discovery

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UConn’s Class of 2026: By the Numbers

A look at the newest group of Husky alums by the numbers

May 4, 2026 | Jaclyn Severance

University News

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UConn Ph.D. Uses High-Tech Tools to Help Urban Planners Make Cities Safer

Research grounded in a simple idea: the environment can shape human safety both directly and indirectly

April 29, 2026 | Mac Murray

Alumni Research & Discovery

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2026 UConn Commencement Speakers and Honorary Degree Recipients

Speakers from a broad range of fields and backgrounds will share their wisdom with UConn's Class of 2026

April 24, 2026 | Combined Reports - UConn Communications

University News

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Innovation Quest Selects Five Top Startups, Ranging from Manufacturing Innovation to New Hair-Care Option

The student entrepreneurs impressed the judges with both the quality of their ideas and their dedication to bringing them to market

April 23, 2026 | Claire Hall

Entrepreneurship Research & Discovery

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Discovering a Favorite Pit Stop and Communication Hub for Cloud Forest Canopy-dwellers

Catching a glimpse into the lives of elusive animals, by pinpointing their frequented latrines

April 22, 2026 | Elaina Hancock - UConn Communications

Research & Discovery

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UConn Business Students Claim ‘Double Victories’ at QuantumUP! Event

Transportation efficiency was the area tackled by both teams from the MSBAPM program

April 16, 2026 | Claire Hall

Mark Dickson - Three-Minute-Thesis

Up to the Three-Minute-Thesis Challenge

UConn graduate students and Ph.D. candidates synthesize years of study into quick presentations

April 14, 2026 | Matt Engelhardt

Research & Discovery

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Multiple UConn Graduate Programs Earn Rankings Among Nation’s Best

U.S. News & World Report rankings show breadth and depth of graduate education at UConn

April 7, 2026 | Stephanie Reitz - UConn Communications, and Combined Reports - UConn Communications

University News

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