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Nichole Broderick, assistant professor of molecular and cell biology, left, and Katherine Tiernan '19 (ENG) look at a bacteria culture plate during a 'Microbe Hunting' class, part of a global collaboration between students and microbiologists called the Small World Initiative. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

UConn Joins National Microbiome Initiative

UConn microbiologist Nichole Broderick spoke at the launching of the White House initiative in May. Read more.

The Arthur Fiedler puppet. (Ken Best/UConn Photo)

UConn Puppets Take the Pops

Follow the collaboration between UConn's Puppet Arts program and 'America's Orchestra,' from concept to dress rehearsal. Read more.

Students eating ice cream outside the UConn Dairy Bar.

Dairy Bar Access to Change Temporarily Due to Construction

Don't be deterred by the detours. The Dairy Bar will be open all summer, and the ice cream as delicious as ever. Read more.

Expert Warns of New Tick-borne Disease

A new tick-borne disease is popping up in Connecticut and May is a perfect time to start taking precautions, a UConn veterinary expert says. Read more.

National Medal of Technology and Innovation. (uspto.gov Image)

Dr. Laurencin Receives National Medal of Technology & Innovation

The White House honored Dr. Cato Laurencin of UConn and UConn Health on May 19, as a recipient of the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, the nation's highest honor for technological achievement. Read more.

UConn in the News

Public Radio

Breaking Down Barriers For Minority Students In Science And Medicine

Associated Press

UConn’s Top Puppetry Program Collaborates With Boston Pops

Hartford Courant

For College Graduates, Stronger Job Market

New York Times

In Latin America, Forests May Rise to Challenge of Carbon Dioxide

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