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UConn News Roundup, September 2013
Read what UConn experts say in some recent media coverage about congressional pay, a new type of diabetes drug, and keeping skin healthy.
Faculty Hiring Drive Already Paying Dividends
The initiative is drawing applicants from many of the nation's top universities, and has already helped decrease class size.
Celebrating the Freedom to Read
A Wally Lamb novel and the 2013 UConn Reads selection were among the once-banned books read aloud at the Co-op Sept. 23-27.
UConn Takes National Sickle Cell Stage
Three abstracts selected for oral presentation by the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America show “how rapidly our program has advanced.”
Key Connecticut Policy Agency Approves Water Supply Plan
The decision by the Office of Policy & Management allows negotiations to begin with the Connecticut Water Co.
Manuel Leads Huskies Through Changing Times in Athletics
UConn's athletics director Warde Manuel talks about conference realignment, academics, and issues in NCAA athletics.
Donors Get Behind Charity Dental Care
A dozen donors have contributed toward a new initiative called Share the Care.
Health Center Physician Honored with Prestigious Award
Dr. Bruce Gould, associate dean for primary care, wins the highest honor awarded by the Connecticut State Medical Society.
UConn to Build Student Housing at Stamford Campus
The Trustees voted in favor of a plan to develop housing for 400 students close to the campus by 2016.
A Night of Glamour at Health Center Auxiliary’s First Fashion Show
UConn employees modeled designer fashions while helping to raise money for the Neag Cancer Center.