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Why the Devil Wears Prada: Cross-National Meanings of Branded Products
Professor Robin Coulter has conducted research on the qualities associated with branded products.
January 6, 2010 | Combined Reports
Actuarial Science Program a ‘Center of Actuarial Excellence’
The University of Connecticut’s Actuarial Science Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has been named a “Center of Actuarial Excellence,” one of only 12 chosen by the Society of Actuaries. Each of the 12 centers in the U.S and Canada passed a rigorous review of its research, scholarship, and teaching, and demonstrated […]
January 6, 2010 | Cindy Weiss, CLAS Today
Connecticut Sea Grant Announces 2010 Grant Recipients
Connecticut Sea Grant at the University of Connecticut has announced seven new grants to researchers for the years 2010 to 2012. The awards, totaling $657,702, will fund research projects focusing primarily on the ecosystems and natural resources of Long Island Sound and its surrounding shoreline communities. Several of the proposals will examine current and emerging […]
January 5, 2010 | Combined Reports
Pharmacy Researchers Urge Caution When Using Alternative Medicines
UConn pharmacists conducted a review of the health benefits of five popular dietary supplements.
January 5, 2010 | Colin Poitras
Economics Alum is World Bank Leader on Russia
Zeljko Bogetic says UConn prepared him well for his job as World Bank lead economist for Russia.
January 4, 2010 | Cindy Weiss, CLAS Today
Storrs Grants, November 2009
The following grants were received through the Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP) in November 2009. The list represents only new proposals awarded, and excludes continuations. The list is supplied each month by OSP. Barrett, J., Extension Riparian Buffers in the Niantic River Watershed, Connecticut National Fish & Wildlife Foundation, $39,601, 10/09-10/10 Bar-shalom, Y., Electrical & […]
January 4, 2010 | Combined Reports
UConn Honors Program Receives $1M Campaign Gift
The University of Connecticut has announced a campaign gift of more than $1 million for the Honors Program from alumni Robert and Carlotta Holster. “Building on the quality of our outstanding Honors Program is a key strategy to attract the very best and brightest students to the University of Connecticut. This wonderful gift will enable […]
December 28, 2009 | Combined Reports
UConn’s Actuarial Science Program Earns Distinction
The University of Connecticut’s Actuarial Science Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has been named a “Center of Actuarial Excellence,” one of only 12 chosen by the Society of Actuaries. Each of the 12 centers in the U.S and Canada passed a rigorous review of its research, scholarship, and teaching, and demonstrated […]
December 23, 2009 | Combined Reports
Huskies Win Award for Courage
The University of Connecticut football team has been named the winner of the 2009 FedEx Orange Bowl-Football Writers Association of America Courage Award. The Huskies persevered throughout the 2009 season after the tragic death of starting cornerback Jasper Howard. The award will be presented at Orange Bowl festivities, including the annual coaches’ luncheon Jan. 4 […]
December 22, 2009 | Combined Reports
Fair Trade Goods Popular Despite Recession
A survey by political science researchers found that Americans are willing to pay more for goods that have been ethically produced.
December 22, 2009 | Cindy Weiss, CLAS Today