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McCarthy as a German soldier, syndicated cartoon by Bill Mauldin, Feb. 25, 1954.

Fight Against Fascism Not Over

In his new book, English professor Christopher Vials identifies strands of fascist ideology in American culture over time.

A candle burning.

Emeritus Professor of German Studies Donald Crosby Dies

A specialist in Romanticism, Crosby taught courses on German literature, music, and World War II from the perspective of German historians and novelists.

Professor Mark Overmyer-Velázquez reading a book on June 29, 2015. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

UConn Reads: The Immigrant Journey

El Instituto director Mark Overmyer-Velazquez discusses migration from Mexico and books that have helped him understand his family's experience as immigrants in the U.S.

Mother and adult daughter chat over a cup of coffee. (iStock Photo)

‘Talk to Your Mother’ Proves to be Healthy Advice

UConn researchers find that people derive greater health benefits from discussing difficult issues with mom than they do talking with dad.

Classic Pop Songs Entertain in CRT’s ‘Xanadu’

CRT rounds out the 2015 Nutmeg Summer Series with the cult movie-musical 'Xanadu.'

Youth Health Magazine

Biggest Reason for Bullying? Being Overweight

Epoch Times

Medical Study Looks at Bullied Overweight Teens

A bouquet of books. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

What is UConn Reading This Summer?

Eleven UConn personalities reveal what books they're reading in their spare time.

New York Times

Fat Stigma Fuels Weight Bullying

For the Sake of a Hot Shower

A group of UConn students recently installed solar panels in 10 homes as part of a service project to bring hot water to a Peruvian village.