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Portraits of Strength: Lucas Massella ’13 (CLAS)
Lucas Massella went into kidney failure at the age of 10 but thanks to an experimental surgery, he recovered. He earned his UConn degree in 2013.
At Risk of Poverty in Colonial Boston
A history professor's new book documents the pre-Revolutionary practice of 'warning out' newcomers who might fall into poverty and need assistance.
A Dancer’s Journey to Acting on Stage
Recent MFA graduate Khetanya Henderson was a dancer, a model, and a Cirque de Soleil performer before coming to UConn for graduate studies.
Portraits of Strength: Alfredo Fuentes ’08 MPS
Veteran firefighter Alfredo Fuentes was among the first responders on 9/11. Forced by his injuries to give up his job, he came to UConn to study homeland security.
UConn Reads Nominations Wide-ranging This Year
Books nominated so far range from the Bible to 'Walden' and 'The Omnivore's Dilemma.'
#MyTopCollege – A Chance to Show Your UConn Pride
UConn students and alumni can show their school pride by taking part in a social media campaign that is part of Forbes Magazine’s annual college ranking.
Hate Speech and Human Rights
Human rights researcher Richard Wilson is writing a book about how international law deals with speech that incites violence.
UConn Announces Resolution of Title IX Litigation
The University of Connecticut and the five current and former students who filed suit against UConn in fall 2013 have reached a mutually agreeable resolution to the litigation over UConn’s handling of sexual assault allegations. The resolution, announced Friday, was reached to avoid the lengthy and expensive process of litigating the disputed claims at trial. […]
Portraits of Strength: Dominique (Soucy) Matteson ’03 (CLAS)
UConn alum Dominique Matteson was diagnosed with leukemia in her early 20s. At her lowest point, 50 percent of her cells were showing cancer.
