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Opinion on Affordable Care Act Source: The UConn Poll survey of 1,015 randomly selected adults, Sept. 13 to Sept. 19, 2013.

UConn Poll: As ‘Obamacare’ Enrollment Begins, Majority Unfavorable

More than half of Americans say they disapprove of the law, but nearly half say they don’t know as much as they’d like about the program.

Sightings of black bears in Connecticut are becoming increasingly common. (Photo courtesy of Tracy Rittenhouse)

Understanding Connecticut’s Wildlife

Researcher Tracy Rittenhouse is studying how changes in habitat bring black bears and other species into more frequent contact with humans.

‘Heart Of A Champion’ Honors Jim Calhoun

A celebration of the Hall of Fame coach included the renaming of Stadium Road as Jim Calhoun Way.

October 2013 calendar

UConn Health Center October Programs, Events

Here’s what’s happening in October and early November 2013.

Genomics: Why Individualized Medicine Matters

Genomics: Why Individualized Medicine Matters

Together, the UConn Health Center and The Jackson Laboratory will transform medicine by improving care, lowering costs, and increasing life span.

President Susan Herbst -speaking with students at her office.

President Herbst to Hold Office Hours for Students Sept. 26

President Susan Herbst invites students to share their ideas, questions, and concerns with her at open office hours.

Health Center in the News

Health Center in the News – September 2013

Health Center experts are interviewed about nutrition and skin health; doctor-patient relationships; hypertension and seniors; and more.

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South Park 5K This Weekend

All are invited to the biggest fundraiser of the year for the student-run outreach clinics at Hartford’s South Park Inn, Sept. 28.

The Funky Dawgz Brass Band performs at the Nathan Hale Inn on Sept. 5, 2013. (Juanita Austin/UConn Photo)

When the Dawgz Go Marching In

Students in the New Orleans-style Funky Dawgz Brass Band share a passion to perform.

The Crane Wife - Yohei Yukiko - Cherry Blossoms (Photo provided by Margarita Blush)

New Hire Will Help Build Expanded Puppetry Program

The arrival of puppeteer Margarita Blush opens up new opportunities for the internationally renowned program.