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UConn Zwick Center Survey Outlines Challenges for Local Food Procurement in Connecticut Schools
Despite a willingness to request Connecticut products from vendors, the report found that very few schools are purchasing a majority of local food from Connecticut
CAHNR Commencement Speaker Janie Simms Hipp Advocates for Farmers in Federal Position
A trailblazer in the field of agriculture law, Simms Hipp thinks the next wave of graduates are uniquely positioned to share new ideas and tackle the world's problems
CAHNR’s Class of 2023
Graduating students share words of wisdom as their time at UConn comes to a close
Laurie Devaney Named Interim Department Head of Kinesiology
UConn alum and recognized leader in sports medicine, Devaney takes the helm in May 2023
Banking on the Future: Saving Ecosystems through Land Banks
With climate-adaptive designs and community engagement, distressed properties in the Hartford area and beyond can go from public eyesore to public benefit
New Game Makes Financial Education Fun
With the Breadwinner Game, UConn Extension developed an engaging way to teach young adults to make wise financial choices
UConn Meat Science Program Merges Local Roots with Global Perspective
Established in the 1950s, the program continues to evolve to meet student and business needs in the state and beyond
UConn Alumni Sarasota Picnic Celebrates 50th Anniversary
What started as an informal gathering of UConn Extension staff is now the longest-running alumni gathering in UConn’s history
The Italian Job: Studying Animal Science in Italy
From the barns of Horsebarn Hill to picturesque towns around Rome, Italy, Nolan Reilly has a global understanding of veterinary care
Urban Forestry and Arboriculture Program Prepares Students to Serve Industry Needs
Students gain real-world experience and technical training to support Connecticut's forests and communities