University News

Jonathan XIV and Jonathan XV sit next to the Husky Statue

With the ‘Changing of the Collar,’ Jonathan XV Becoming UConn’s Top Dog

The 10-month-old Siberian husky will officially take over as UConn’s mascot in a “Changing of the Collar” ceremony Sunday at halftime on Gampel Pavilion’s center court during the men’s basketball game

War in Ukraine Reaches Two Year Mark

The “ДЕТИ: Where are you?" Project and new song of UConn Health’s Dr. Leo Wolansky to heighten awareness of the plight of Ukraine’s children.

UConn Health campus on January 8, 2024, captured by drone. (Ethan Giorgetti/UConn Health Photo).

Gov. Lamont Launches Pilot Program at UConn Health Using Innovative Technology to Reduce Carbon Footprint and Deliver Substantial Energy Cost Savings

Newest energy solution deployed at UConn Health’s Child Care Center building in pilot funded by Connecticut Innovations.

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Dean of Engineering to Transition from Administration to Research, Teaching

Dean Kazem Kazerounian leaves a legacy of leadership and growth for the College of Engineering

Aerial image of the University of Connecticut during Fall 2023.

UConn Applications Skyrocket to Record High, Far Surpassing 50,000 for First Time

More than 56,700 aspiring Huskies have already applied for spots in this fall’s entering class

Aerial image of the University of Connecticut during Fall 2023.

UConn Among National Leaders in Fulbright U.S. Student Program

UConn had 10 students named to the Fulbright U.S. Student Program in 2023-24, a record-setting number for the school

An aerial view of students wearing cap and gown posing for Commencement photos at the gateway sign

Online Graduate Programs at UConn Place Highly in National Rankings

Programs in Accounting, Nursing, and Engineering are lauded for high standards and innovative methods

Dr. Laurencin speaking at an award ceremony, standing at a podium

The Plastics Hall of Fame to Induct UConn Professor Cato T. Laurencin

Dr. Laurencin is being recognized for his groundbreaking discoveries in plastics, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and surgery.

A colorful and healthy assortment of fruits and vegetables arranged in the shape of a heart

Keep Your Daily Diet and Kitchen Heart Healthy!

February is American Heart Month. The experts at UConn Health want to help you learn how to eat and cook heart healthy all year round.

Guerlina Philogene '24 poses for a photo in the Business Building

UConn Senior Named Pickering Fellow

'I have always tried to be a peacemaker and interested in conflict resolution'