University News
Budget Passed by State Legislature Potentially Devastating to UConn
President Herbst outlines the likely impact the approved budget would have on the University.
Congressional Delegation Lauds New Undersea Engineering Program
U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, and U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, said UConn's role in training a new generation of highly skilled naval engineers is crucial to maintaining the state's future economic growth.
UConn Rises to 18th Among U.S. Public Universities
The No. 18 ranking is UConn's highest yet. The University also moved up to No. 56 among all public and private universities, which places it among the top 5 percent of institutions nationwide.
UConn Statement on Potential Federal Overhaul to Title IX
Today the U.S. Department of Education announced that it will overhaul the Title IX guidance on sexual assault and harassment.
President Herbst Responds to DACA Decision
"Above all, these bright young people are striving to succeed. That sense of hope and opportunity represents the great promise of the United States and our higher education system," says President Herbst.
Welcome Back, UConn: A Message from President Herbst
'Education is paramount in combating the kind of hatred we saw on display this month' at Charlottesville and elsewhere, says President Herbst.
UConn’s Strength Draws Talented New Freshmen Across Campuses
More students have enrolled at the regional campuses this year, drawn by the opening of the new downtown Hartford Campus and new student housing at the Stamford Campus.
UConn Opens New Downtown Hartford Campus
Crowds gathered for the historic occasion, as students and local leaders joined UConn in the celebration.
Engineering Alumna Named to Board of Trustees
Jeanine Armstrong Goiun '87 (ENG) has been elected to serve a four-year term on the Board, beginning in September.
Charlottesville: A Message to the UConn Community
'It is my commitment – it is my promise – that this will always remain a university that stands firmly for the virtues of democracy, equality, civil discourse, and human rights,' says President Herbst.