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Former head coach Roger Bidwell led his team to many victories, including 13 NJCAA Region 21 Division II championships and six appearances in the NJCAA DII Baseball World Series, which included a runner-up finish in 2010. (UConn File Photo)

Former Avery Point Baseball Coach Named to NJCAA Hall of Fame

Roger Bidwell was head coach of baseball at UConn Avery Point for 34 years.

From left, Christopher Chapman '17 (CLAS), Isabel Nip '17 (CLAS), Danielle Deschene '17 (CLAS), and Shaharyar Zuberi '17 (CLAS) wear the new blue commencement caps and gowns while posing next to the Husky statue. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Caps & Gowns Changing From Black to Blue

The blue gowns could also be referred to as 'green.' Each is made from about 23 recycled plastic water bottles.

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UConn Seeks to Involve More Undergraduates in University Governance

A proposal presented to the Board of Trustees calls for students to have standing positions on the board's committees dealing with finance and student life.

Seaweed collected by reaching down to the bottom and pulling up the rake. The branching red seaweed and the amount collected in just one pass indicate that a large amount of nutrients are fertilizing the growth of seaweed in this bay. (Jamie Vaudrey/UConn Photo)

Researcher Unveils Tool for Cleaner Long Island Sound

A UConn ecologist has identified specific sources of nitrogen pollution along Long Island Sound, and shows municipalities what they can do to alleviate it.

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Supporting Our International Students

"Our large and diverse population – including our international students – is one of our greatest strengths as a top research university," President Herbst noted.

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UConn Expects Challenging Budget Season but Will Protect Academics, Affordability

The University is committed to protecting its academic enterprise while working to keep tuition at the levels set in the current four-year plan.

With just a few days left in 2016, a selection of faculty, staff, students, and alumni share hopes for next year.

UConn Nation Hopeful for the Coming Year

With just a few days left in 2016, a selection of faculty, staff, students, and alumni share hopes for next year.

The UConn sailing club sailing in Long Island Sound as the sun sets at the Avery Point campus on Nov. 18, 2016. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

Avery Point Sunset

Members of the Sailing Club at the Avery Point campus enjoy the diminishing rays of sunlight on the waters of Long Island Sound.

A snowy view of the Great Lawn toward looking toward the Wilbur Cross Building. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

Emergency Alerts Revamped for Faculty and Staff

The student interface will be updated for the spring semester.

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Supporting Undocumented Students at UConn

President Herbst responds to concerns expressed since the election about potential changes in federal policy that could affect undocumented students.