University News
Connecticut High School Seniors Graduate from ‘Doctors Academy’ at UConn Health
The annual Closing Ceremony of the Health Career Opportunity Programs (HCOP) of UConn Health was marked on May 13, 2026.
4,876 UConn Donors Unite to Raise $7.1M in Two Days of Community-Powered Giving
UConn Gives 2026 breaks giving records and 95% of gifts were under $1,000 — showcasing the cumulative power of broad community support
55th Commencement Celebrated by UConn Health
No. 1 producer of Connecticut’s healthcare workforce graduates 263 physicians, dentists, and scientists.
UConn Celebrates Promotion and Tenure of Faculty for 2026
Evaluations for promotion, tenure, and reappointment apply the highest standards of professional achievement in scholarship, teaching, and service for each faculty member evaluated
Congratulations Class of 2026
Commencement is more than a ceremony—it’s a defining moment
UConn Provost Announces 2026 Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship
The Provost's Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship (PAECES) recognize scholarly activities that integrate community engagement with research, creative work, and teaching
Kumar Venkitanarayanan Named Dean of CAHNR
Venkitanarayanan has served the University for more than 27 years in a range of leadership roles, including interim dean of CAHNR, senior associate dean, and associate dean for research and graduate education
Celebrating a Centennial: UConn Law Library a Cherished Place
‘There’s a reason why we celebrate the library building. ... It belongs to everybody’
Faculty in the Spotlight – Spring 2026
UConn School of Medicine Honors the Excellence of its Faculty Members Dr. Rebecca Riba-Wolman, Dr. Kourosh Parham, and Dr. Yazeed Maghaydah.
Past and Present UConn Students Earn NSF Graduate Research Fellowships
The program recognizes and supports outstanding students in NSF-supported disciplines who are pursuing research-based master’s and doctoral degrees at accredited institutions in the United States