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Summer Series Looks at Life Behind the Curtain

Life backstage is the focus of the 2014 Nutmeg Summer Series of the Connecticut Repertory Theatre from June 5 through July 20.

Nervous New Mom Glad She Picked UConn Health

First-time mother Lisa Brenner had lots of concerns but thanks to the reassuring guidance of Dr. Ramzi Alkass and his team, her baby’s delivery was a smooth one.

UConn Health in the News

UConn Health in the News – Late May/June ‘14

UConn Health experts discuss a variety of topics including an update on the new UConn Health, ADHD in women, the dangers of pool chemicals, and how light impacts our health.

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman to Headline Auriemma Leadership Conference

The nation’s highest-ranking military officer will deliver the keynote address at this year’s Auriemma UConn Leadership Conference,

Bill Walton

Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton Talks Back Pain Relief

Walton visited UConn Health Thursday promoting an innovative procedure that he feels saved his life.

Helene Kvale, center, with fine arts students Kate Shine and Nathan Caron during a rehearsal for a 2010 performance of "The Parkville Project" at The Playhouse on Park in West Hartford. (Photo provided by Helene Kvale)

From Actor to Screenwriter

Actor and director Helene Kvale co-wrote the screenplay for 'Burning Blue,' a new film about two U.S. Navy fighter pilots who fall in love.

UConn Health June Programs, Events

Here’s what’s happening in June and early July 2014.

Old Hartford Times building, site of new downtown Hartford campus. (UConn Photo)

UConn to Mark Milestone in Plans for Downtown Hartford Campus

Documents will be signed on Tuesday to move the West Hartford campus to a downtown Hartford site anchored by the former Hartford Times building.

Sun Safety

It’s fun to be in the sun but a UConn Health dermatologist warns with skin cancer rates rising, you need to take precautions.

Danny Lansanah, ’08 (CLAS), former UConn linebacker, at Alternative Rehab Communities in Harrisburg, PA, where he works as a counselor with at-risk youth. (Sten Hartman)

Beyond the Goal Line: Football Alum Gives Back to the Community

Through a years-long struggle to succeed in the NFL, Danny Lansanah ’08 (CLAS) continues to offer counsel to those in need.