UConn Today

Faculty Panel Discusses Global Citizenship

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:54:57 +0000

Four faculty members offer global perspectives from a variety of different disciplines.

Health Services Urges Students to Sign Up for H1N1 Vaccine

Michael Kirk — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:34:25 +0000

Despite nationwide shortages, the University has supplies of H1N1 vaccine available for students.

Helping Teachers Assess, Improve Student Behavior

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:00:39 +0000

Educational psychology professor Sandra Chafouleas is heading a U.S. Department of Education-funded project that will help teachers gather data on behavior in the classroom.

Health Center Faculty Vote to Unionize in Tight Election

Carolyn Pennington — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:16:45 +0000

By a two-vote margin, Health Center faculty decided to unionize and form a new chapter of the AAUP.

Genetics Expert Makes Science Real for Students

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:58:00 +0000

Linda Strausbaugh offers her classes examples from history and around the world.

Lobo Scholarship Highlights Need for More Diverse Healthcare Workforce

Colin Poitras — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:37:44 +0000

RuthAnn and Rebecca Lobo aim to raise $100,000 for scholarships.

Family Honors Parents with Math Professorship

Jennifer Huber — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:15:27 +0000

The children of a couple who have dedicated nearly 40 years of service to the University of Connecticut are honoring their legacy with a new endowment.

Marine Scientist’s Work Featured at Mystic Aquarium

Richard Veilleux — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:59:55 +0000

Senjie Lin's work on the genetic changes that lead to toxic red tides is the basis of a new exhibit.

Fiscal Year ’10 Budget Passed by Trustees

Michael Kirk — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:36:11 +0000

The Trustees approved a budget for the current fiscal year at a workshop on Nov. 5.

Physics Professor to Head Major Study of Ultracold Molecules

Cindy Weiss — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:00:39 +0000

UConn's Susanne Yelin is the principal investigator on a multi-university project that has implications for quantum computing and the development of new materials.

Benton’s Student Docents Share Passion for Art with Novice Museum Visitors

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:45:54 +0000

The Benton Museum hopes student docents will boost other students’ comfort level around the arts.

Implantable Glucose Sensor Could Spell Relief for Millions of Diabetics

Colin Poitras — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:00:18 +0000

UConn researchers have developed a tiny wireless device that can be inserted under a patient’s skin to monitor blood glucose levels over a period of several months.

‘Top Chef’ Competition Turns Up the Heat for UConn’s Culinary Talent

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:38:52 +0000

Regan Grote and Josh Madore prepare a dish in the Top Chef @ UConn competition at Rome Ballroom on Nov. 2. Photo by Gail Merrill

Interactive Roll of Honor Goes Online on Veterans Day

Richard Veilleux — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:00:27 +0000

A new website commemorates UConn students and alumni who died in service to the nation.

Researchers Investigating Potential Risks of Artificial Turf

Carolyn Pennington — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:07:43 +0000

Health Center researchers gathered samples from athletic fields at five Connecticut schools.

Federal Stimulus Funds Spur UConn Science and Research Projects

David Bauman — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:05:54 +0000

UConn researchers have secured more than $33 million in federal stimulus funds through competitive grants awarded by federal agencies, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Navigating Patients Through Cancer Care

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:32:58 +0000

The Health Center's Pamela Nixon helps patients diagnosed with cancer find resources and support.

UConn Police Make Arrest for Internet Threats

Michael Kirk — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:38:02 +0000

University of Connecticut police have arrested a man in connection with Internet threats warning people not to cooperate with the authorities in the days following the death of UConn student Jasper Howard. Christopher J. Mutchler, 18, of Wethersfield, was arrested Oct. 29 and charged with hindering prosecution, interfering with an officer, threatening and other charges, UConn [...]

High Blood Pressure Medicines Show Promise for Treating Heart Disease

Colin Poitras — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:48:54 +0000

Two medications commonly used to treat high blood pressure appear to be effective in treating one of the most common and potentially deadly forms of heart disease, according to a report by UConn scientists.

Speaker Explores Human Rights as Issue for the U.S.

Elizabeth Omara-Otunnu — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:54:44 +0000

This year’s Sackler Human Rights Lecture focused on human rights as a national movement.