UConn Voices
Diversity Chief Seeks to Build Culture of Inclusion
'We want to make sure everyone realizes that they are valued,' says UConn's new chief diversity officer, Joelle Murchison.
Stamford Race and Revolution Exhibition May Prompt Strong Reactions
UConn Stamford director Terrence Cheng says the exhibit is part of an important discussion about history, race, diversity, culture, and justice.
NSF Awards $3.5M to Support Diversity in STEM
A higher education alliance dedicated to expanding diversity in the STEM fields and led by UConn recently received a grant of $3.5 million to increase its efforts.
The Mariachi Tradition Comes to UConn
The Mariachi Mexico Antiguo ensemble demonstrates traditional Mexican music at the Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center.
Alumnus Pledges $1 Million to Scholarship Fund
John Kim '87 MBA and his wife Diane have pledged to help underrepresented students attend the UConn School of Business.
Sociologist Charts Public Opinion Shifts on Racial Profiling
A UConn Ph.D. student is examining how public opinion on counter-terrorism may affect an individual’s civil rights.
The Mental Health Costs of Racism
A UConn psychologist discusses racism, violence, and the resulting impacts on mental health.
The White Savior: Racial Inequality in Film
A UConn sociologist discusses the portrayal of white and black characters in 'The Legend of Tarzan' and 'The Free State of Jones.'
UConn Reads: Race, Religion, and the Civil Rights Movement
The chair of the UConn Reads Selection Committee draws connections between last year's theme of race and the upcoming theme of religion.
Chief Diversity Officer Named
Joelle Murchison, currently chief diversity officer for Travelers, has been named associate vice president and chief diversity officer at UConn.