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President Susan Herbst addresses members of UConn Nation during her annual State of the University address. The event was held at NextGen Hall in September. (Angelina Reyes/UConn Photo)

President Herbst Looks to Future of University

In a letter to the UConn community, President Herbst shares a video of her recent 'Conversation on the Future of UConn.' Read more.

Melissa Jacques, a 2010 graduate in engineering, found a job working with jet engines at Pratt & Whitney soon after graduating. (Peter Morenus/UConn File Photo)

UConn Graduates Landing Jobs Quickly After Graduation

New figures underscore the effectiveness of UConn's career services, which help prepare students for jobs throughout their time on campus. Read more.

University of Connecticut researcher Justin Luria observes a sample of a cadmium telluride solar cell that is being tested under artificial sunlight in UConn’s NanoMeasurements lab. (Photo by Ryan Glista/UConn)

UConn Scientists Find Material’s Defects Improve Solar Cell Performance

Using a novel mapping technique developed at UConn, researchers have discovered new conductive properties in cadmium telluride. Read more.

Bent Cordy rides one of his COMA skateboards at the Mansfield Skate Park on Sept. 25, 2016. (Peter Morenus/UConn Photo)

Intellectual Property Clinic: Help for Inventors, Experience for Students

UConn's Intellectual Property Law Clinic assists clients with services such as patent applications, trademark registration applications, and copyright issues. Read more.

Nick Zecchino operated the grill for friends and family at Saturdays tailgate for the Syracuse game. Sept. 24, 2016. (Garrett Spahn '18 (CLAS)/UConn Photo)

For UConn Football Fans, Tailgating Steeped in Tradition

Some select the menu based on the guest team, others buy local. Some ask friends to contribute dishes, others serve old family recipes. All gather to tailgate hours before the start of each home game at Pratt & Whitney Stadium, Rentschler Field. Read more.

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Washington Post

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TIME

This Year’s Flu Shot: What You Need to Know

CNN

Debate Rhetoric Brings Weight Bias Into Spotlight, Experts Say

New York Times

What Obese Patients Should Say to Doctors

College Magazine

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