University News

The 2023 NCAA championship banner was unveiled before a record crowd for the men's home opener at Gampel Pavilion.

UConn Replacing Gampel Videoboards, Making Other Venue Improvements

The centerpiece of the Basketball Capital of the World first opened its doors in 1990

Aerial view of the Student Union Mall. (Sean Flynn/UConn Photo)

UConn Adopting Okanagan Charter, Commits to Health Promoting Practices

'More than ever before, stakeholders see the interconnectedness of equity, sustainability, health, and student success'

An example of a UConn Spirit Award, a replica of the Husky dog, from 2015. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Spirit Awards Recognize Outstanding UConn Workers

The ceremony recognizes the efforts of employees, especially staff, in building community and promoting civility

The UConn large letter sign at dusk on June 12, 2021.

Graduate Education at UConn Soars in New National Rankings

Plaudits for programs across a range of disciplines and specialties

Aerial image of the University of Connecticut during Fall 2023.

Metanoia 2024 Kick-Off on Wednesday, April 17

This year’s Metanoia will focus on 'pathways to productive civil discourse'

Entryway sign lit up green for St. Patricks Day and for Sustainability.

UConn Sustainability Action Plan Taking Wide-Ranging Approach to ‘Green’ Future

A framework for environmental responsibility, social equity, and economic viability

Circuitry superimposed over electrical pylons.

UConn Leading Federally Backed Regional Initiative to Defend Electric Grid from Cyberattack

CyberCARED will take UConn’s cybersecurity research and development into a new domain

After an extensive collaborative effort and restoration process by UConn faculty, facilities staff, and students, Connecticut’s oldest planetarium will soon be back in action.

UConn’s Old Planetarium Gets a New Upgrade

UConn faculty, students, and facilities staff are working to reawaken Connecticut’s oldest planetarium

The UConn Waterbury campus.

New Program Expands Services for Hispanic and Under-Resourced Waterbury Students

Camina Conmigo program aims to provide career preparation, academic support, engagement, and more

The Regenerative Engineering Society poses together for a group photo.

American Chemical Society Holds Symposium in Honor of University Professor Cato T. Laurencin

Earning the Kathryn C. Hach Award for Entrepreneurial Success, Laurencin is being spotlighted for his contributions to the chemical industry.