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From left: Philip Montgomery, Julian Rose and Kitsha Alvarado, and Jeremy Figueroa-Ortiz (right) are among more than 200 graduates of Aetna Health Professions Partnership programs at UConn Health. Gov. Dannel P. Malloy was the keynote speaker at their closing ceremony Friday. Dr. Marja Hurley (right) is director of the Health Career Opportunity Programs at UConn Health. Photo by Janine Gelineau

UConn Program Interests Youth in Health Careers

The Aetna Health Professions Partnership Initiative prepares students from populations underrepresented in health care fields for academic success.

The 'walkability' of cities can have long-term health benefits. (istock photo)

Older Cities May Be Good for Your Health

Older cities with compact neighborhoods that encourage walking and biking are healthier places to live than many newer cities.

The sight of a familiar yellow school bus is a sure sign that the school year has started. (istock photo)

Coping with Back-to-School Anxiety

Child psychologist Golda Ginsburg offers tips on how to help your child make a smooth transition back to the classroom.

The women's rowing team placed 31 members on the American Athletic Conference 2013-2014 All-Academic Team. (Stephen Slade '89 (SFA) for UConn)

UConn Athletes Honored for Academic Excellence

Student-athletes excel in their respective sports and in the classroom, as well.

The Rectory Building in downtown Waterbury gets a makeover on the way to becoming classroom space for UConn's Waterbury campus. (Victor Schiavi/UConn Photo)

Major Projects to Benefit Students at Campuses Around State

Students at regional campus locations will benefit from ongoing projects approved by the Trustees.

An artist's rendering of the future Innovation Partnership Building to be located at the UConn Technology Park. (Image courtesy of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill)

UConn Trustees Approve Funding for First Tech Park Building

Important changes coming to North Campus with Tech Park and new roadway.

Detail of a modern faucet head.

UConn Issues Water Conservation Advisory

The University is asking users to take voluntary measures to save water.

‘Magnificent Microbes’ Offers Kids New View of the World

A popular summer program in STEM subjects attracts young students with a wide variety of interests.

Properly caring for food when dining outside will make the occasion memorable for all the right reasons.

Uninviting Microbes to Your Summer Outings

The science of microbiology has practical applications that extend beyond the laboratory and into the home.

Questions About the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

UConn's director of Middle East studies answers some key questions about the conflict between Israel and Hamas.