University News
- Transformational UConn Initiative to Integrate Student-to-Workforce Services Earns Federal Grant October 7, 2026The wide-ranging ASCEND initiative brings together strengths of UConn Storrs and UConn Hartford
- UConn to Present Progress, Seek Feedback on its Work to Overhaul Budgeting Process October 7, 2026Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend town halls on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in Konover Auditorium
- Cato T. Laurencin Distinguished Research Career Award Presented to James E.K. Hildreth Sr., MD, PhD October 1, 2026Hildreth was honored for his extraordinary contributions in immunology, virology, HIV research, and health equity.
- UConn Releases Annual Safety Reports September 29, 2026The two reports are the Clery Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, and a report from the Office for Inclusion and Civil Rights
Engineering News
- Students Invited to Explore Innovation, Creativity at Annual Experience Innovation Expo October 14, 2026The Expo will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Student Union Room 304 at UConn Storrs
- Curious about Quantum? Dive In at Qiskit Fall Fest 2026 October 14, 2026UConn’s three-day event will take place Oct. 15 through 17, both in-person at UConn Storrs and online
- Bethel Fellowship Advances UConn Research on Osteoarthritis October 13, 2026Biomedical engineering postdoctoral fellow Jinhyung Lee will combine mRNA delivery and tissue-chip technology to explore new possibilities for protecting and repairing cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis
- From 4-H Camp Friends to College Connections October 9, 2026“I realized I was helping create the same positive experience for younger campers that older leaders once created for me.”
Community News
- Turfgrass Disease Diagnostic Lab Helps Professionals Maintain Healthy Turf October 14, 2026The lab serves professional turfgrass managers, including golf courses, athletic fields, and lawn care operators for rapid diagnosis to address turfgrass pathogens and other problemsJessica McBride, PhD
- UConn Law Students Gain Real-World Experience in Criminal Defense Victory October 13, 2026Working alongside Connecticut public defenders, students in the Criminal Defense Appellate Clinic helped secure a new trial in a murder case while developing skills in appellate advocacy and community service.Meagan Fazio
- UConn Physical Therapy Event Celebrates 75 Years of Impact October 12, 2026On October 3, 2026, alumni joined current students, faculty, and UConn administration to celebrate the Doctor of Physical Therapy program's 75-year-long legacyJessica McBride, PhD
- From 4-H Camp Friends to College Connections October 9, 2026“I realized I was helping create the same positive experience for younger campers that older leaders once created for me.”Jessica McBride, PhD