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Paul Herrnson, executive director of the Roper Center for Public Opinion Research on July 31, 2013. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

American Politics Expert Paul Herrnson Joins UConn Faculty

Herrnson, an expert on various facets of American politics, is joining the UConn faculty as the new director of the Roper Center.

President Susan Herbst spoke to an attentive audience of students, parents, faculty, and staff at Convocation welcoming the class of 2017. (Ariel Dowski'14 (CLAS)s/UConn Photo)

Students Welcomed to Campus at Convocation, Husky WOW

The first weekend of the new semester was filled with activities to welcome new and returning students back to campus.

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Center on Aging Hosts 3 MSTAR Research Scholars

The Medical Student Training in Aging Research is a prestigious program designed to help students pursue a career in geriatric research and clinical care.

David Gregorio, director of Graduate Programs in Public Health, and State Senator Terry Gerratana, who gave the convocation address for the public health graduate students.

Convocation for Public Health Graduate Students

Terry Gerratana, state senate majority whip and chair of the legislature’s public health committee, was the keynote speaker.

Welcoming Words to the Class of ’17 from President Herbst, Professor Boyer

In a letter to the class of 2017, UConn President Susan Herbst and Distinguished Professor Mark Boyer share some thoughts.

Deborah Shelton, left, and Sahar Al Seesi, speak at at the new faculty orientation session held at Rome Ballroom on Aug. 23, 2013. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Welcoming 165 New Faculty Members at Start of Fall Semester

An ambitious faculty hiring plan is drawing experts in a variety of critical academic fields.

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Drivers, Pedestrians Urged to Exercise Caution as Students Return to Campus

As the fall 2013 semester begins, motorists and pedestrians are urged to use caution as they move in and around campus.

Students start new semester. (Ariel Dowski/UConn Photo)

UConn’s Incoming Freshmen Bring a Wealth of Academic Talent, High Aspirations

The Class of '17 brings exceptional talent and enthusiasm to campus as the fall semester is about to get underway.

Congresswoman Esty Visits Health Center, Voices Strong Support for Research

Tour included incubator space for emerging businesses, as well as Bioscience Connecticut construction projects.

Khaliyl Lane (MSW'13) speaking at a Congressional Foster Youth Internship Briefing on Aug. 31,2013 in Washington, D.C. Lane, who grew up in Connecticut's foster care system, participated in the briefing as an intern from U.S.Sen.Richard Blumenthal's office. The briefing was sponsored by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI). Lane spent several months this summer working in Sen. Blumenthal's office and advising the senator and his staff on issues related to foster care and other matters as part of his internship. He was hired as a full-time staff member at the end of the program. (Allison Cappa for UConn)

Social Work Graduate Overcomes Obstacles to Find Success in Washington, D.C.

Khaliyl Lane '10 (CLAS), '13 MSW, grew up in Connecticut's foster care system and now works for U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal.