WEEKLY HEADLINES

Members of Voices of Freedom practice some gospel tunes during the group’s rehearsal in the Music Building

Voices Rising: UConn’s Gospel Choir Finds Celebration in Sound

Born from the Civil Rights Movement, the Voices of Freedom choir has been raising spirits at UConn and beyond for over five decades Read more.

Lisa Milke, a shellfish research expert, has been appointed as the new head of NOAA’s ecosystems and aquaculture division and is pictured standing by a body of water in a NOAA hat

UConn Grad Appointed Head of NOAA’s Ecosystems and Aquaculture Division

From Avery Point to a senior leadership role in the crucially important federal agency Read more.

Richmond Le (left) and Joe Stone, co-presidents of UConn's Club (Taylor) Swift fire up the crowd of Swifties at a previous meeting. On Wednesday, the group will invite business professor Sami Ghaddar in to discuss how Swift's brilliant business strategies have contributed to her meteoric success. All are welcome to attend.

Strategies for Success in Business (Taylor’s Version)

UConn’s ‘Swifties’ to explore how their idol’s business acumen drove her musical success Read more.

The UConn large letter sign at dusk on June 12, 2021.

UConn Nursing, Social Work Awarded $6M to Address Workforce Shortages in Critical Fields

The funds will help grow the ranks of social workers and nurses in Connecticut Read more.

What a Team: Division of Athletics, Sport Management Program Provide Real-Life Experience to Students

This newly expanded partnership between the Neag School of Education and Division of Athletics helps students score valuable career-building experience Read more.

UCONN MAGAZINE

Truth Is Dead. Long Live Truth.

Can truth withstand incessant attacks from all sides? UConn Journalism Professor Amanda Crawford reflects on Sandy Hook, Alex Jones, and our culture of disinformation. Read more.