University News
Metanoia 2017: Confronting Racism Together
Members of the UConn community at campuses across the state took part in this year's Metanoia events on the theme of racism.
Wilbur Cross Goes Teal for Alzheimer’s Awareness
The University of Connecticut illuminated its signature building, Wilbur Cross, in teal last night as part of a global effort to call attention to Alzheimer's disease.
UConn, CSCU Pledge Support to Preserve DACA Program
UConn and the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities support litigation to challenge the elimination of the program for undocumented youth.
Provost Finalists to Take Part in Open Forums
Faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend public forums with each of the three finalists during their campus visits in November.
A Message from President Herbst About the Budget
The bipartisan budget agreement includes a $143 million reduction in state funding for UConn, while less than the cut that was previously proposed is still a very steep reduction, says Herbst.
Schedule Changes on North Eagleville Road Infrastructure Project
UConn has had to extend the schedule on the project due to unforeseen complications, including the need to break up and haul away massive amounts of underground rock.
New Tool Links UConn Experts and Media
Launched in October and currently in pilot phase, the database features an initial 50 faculty members across a range of academic disciplines.
UConn’s Progress: Students Are the Big Picture
While the University has grown by 8,000 students since 1990, the workforce has increased by only 500, mostly faculty, and the percentage of administrators has stayed the same.
Website Breaks Down Statewide Benefit of UConn Research Funding
State residents interested in seeing how UConn research dollars benefit local communities can now find that information quickly and easily through a new website.
UConn Releases Results of Annual Safety Reports
The report has been posted and distributed in compliance with federal and state law, and in the interest of informing all enrolled students, faculty, and staff on this important subject.