Paintings by UConn Health employee Maggie Prado and a series of mixed media artwork by David C. Jackson at Celeste LeWitt Gallery.

This is a competition that involves 6 rounds total. Prelim 1 is from April 6-8 and round 2 is from April 10-12. Quarters is April 14th, Semis is April 15th, and finals are April 17th. The goal is for all rounds to be in person throughout the library study rooms with the final happening in Davis with a Reception in Starr Reading Room. The goal is to expose students to different scenarios within the sports and entertainment law field and allow them to build their practical negotiation skills through simulated experience.

February 6 - March 9, 2025Gallery Hours: Thursday - Sunday 12-4 pmLearn more about our upcoming exhibitions. (https://avsgallery.sfa.uconn.edu/upcoming-exhibitions/)

UConn Health Day 2 new employee orientation is conducted on Saba. It focuses on comprehensive training for our newest workforce, covering diversity awareness, sexual harassment prevention, and compliance to ensure a respectful and compliant work environment.AgendaDay 2Format: Saba Self-Guided Learning Time: 8 am - 4:30 pm Location: RemoteActivities: Dive deeper into your compliance and role-specific training and explore resources at your own pace.

PhD Chemistry Spectroscopic Studies of Manganese Oxides: Direct Comparisons of Structure, Symmetry, and Magnetic Properties This defense presents work that analyzed the 55Mn nucleus directly via SSNMR by taking advantage of the antiferromagnetic properties that manganese oxides are well known for. This dissertation also presents projects on deuterated MnO2 and water's interaction with the structure, and how heavy dopants like tellurium incorporate into the MnO2 structure.

The English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Programs place Fulbrighters in classrooms abroad to provide assistance to the local English teachers. ETAs help teach English language while serving as cultural ambassadors for the U.S. The age and academic level of the students varies by country, ranging from kindergarten to university level. The info session will cover the basics of the Fulbright program and the application process and an overview of the ETA program. Also joining us will be Tim Beaucage, who was an ETA in Germany, and Lizzy Irizzary, who is currently an ETA in Italy.

The University of Connecticut is home to more than 7,000 graduate students, who work and study on all seven UConn campuses, and belong to more than 100 different graduate degree programs. While each of these students exemplifies the critical role of graduate education in shaping the future of Connecticut, geographical distance and disciplinary boundaries hinder their joint pursuit of knowledge and innovation. The inaugural Graduate Student Research Symposium seeks to remove all barriers and promote a sense of connection and shared purpose across ALL graduate campuses. By uniting graduate students through research, impact, and community value, we aim to unlock the transformative power of interdisciplinary collaboration. Applicants who have been selected will compete in the Graduate Student Symposium Poster competition on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 10am-1pm. Lunch will be provided. Symposium Finalists will be announced the same day. 

The University of Connecticut is home to more than 7,000 graduate students, who work and study on all seven UConn campuses, and belong to more than 100 different graduate degree programs. While each of these students exemplifies the critical role of graduate education in shaping the future of Connecticut, geographical distance and disciplinary boundaries hinder their joint pursuit of knowledge and innovation. The inaugural Graduate Student Research Symposium seeks to remove all barriers and promote a sense of connection and shared purpose across ALL graduate campuses. By uniting graduate students through research, impact, and community value, we aim to unlock the transformative power of interdisciplinary collaboration. Applicants who have been selected are invited to take part in a preparation workshop on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 10am-11:30am.

UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered by peer health educators, the UConn Sexperts, on the UConn Storrs campus!Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a great option for students who have questions about sex and sexual health, are looking for a non-judgmental, laid-back environment to discuss a sex related concern or issue, or are interested in improving their sexual health and personal well-being. Our UConn Sexperts are trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of topics pertaining to sex, sexual health, and relationships.Mondays: 10am-1pm Tuesdays: 10am-12pm Wednesdays: 9am-6pm Thursdays: 9am-6pm Fridays: 2pm-5pm UConn Sexperts (and supervising staff) are designated confidential employees under UConn's Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy. For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts/) 

Bladder dysfunction and pathophysiology often stem from compromised bladder function, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms such as overactive bladder (OAB) and interstitial cystitis (IC). These debilitating conditions significantly impair quality of life and disproportionately affect older adults. While pharmacological treatments exist, they often provide only symptomatic relief, exhibit limited long-term efficacy, and have high discontinuation rates due to adverse side effects. Current clinical approaches fail to address the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms, highlighting a critical gap in our mechanistic understanding of bladder function, particularly in aging. This dissertation aims to bridge these gaps by developing a novel methodology for concurrent functional assessment of bladder urodynamics and pelvic sensitivity in aged mice, followed by an investigation into the peripheral neural encoding of bladder function. By establishing a novel anesthesia protocol in both mature and aged mice with continuous urethane infusion (0.15–0.23 g/kg/hr), I established a robust and repeatable approach for evaluating bladder urodynamics via cystometric recordings and pelvic sensitivity to urinary bladder distension (UBD) via electromyographic (EMG) recordings of visceromotor responses (VMR). This methodological advancement enables a more comprehensive assessment compared to existing approaches by simultaneously evaluating urodynamics and bladder-related pelvic pain. Applying this in vivo, I systematically examined the effects of intravesical pharmacological infusions on bladder function in both mature and aged mice. The findings revealed that aged bladders exhibit hyposensitivity to distension but can develop pelvic hypersensitivity following urothelial irritant exposure. Additionally, I investigated the neuromodulatory effects of pharmacological compounds targeting hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated (HCN) cation channels by performing single-fiber recordings from bladder afferent axons with direct detrusor smooth muscle drug applications. By systematically characterizing bladder urodynamics, pelvic sensitivity, and afferent neural encoding, this dissertation advances our understanding of aging-related bladder dysfunctions. Furthermore, it establishes a novel and powerful research platform for future mechanistic studies of bladder pathophysiology in aging.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team (https://studentcareteam.uconn.edu/). This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/olufumilayo-sowah/)  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

This program explores the technical foundations, current capabilities, and potential trajectories of AI systems, with special emphasis on safety considerations across disciplines. Through facilitated discussions and curated resources, participants will examine how AI might transform society, the risks it poses, and how academic research can contribute to safer outcomes. Facilitators include BEACON founders and PhD candidates Aidan Kierans and Kelcey Davis, and Tina Huey, Associate Director, CETL Faculty Development. More information will be shared with registered participants. Readings for the learning community may include:How Does AI Learn? A Beginner's Guide with Examples (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Faisafetyfundamentals.com%2Fblog%2Fhow-does-ai-learn%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cstacey.valliere%40uconn.edu%7Ccf39bf2836824dba163d08dd67c2bb5a%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638780808258045709%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BeOpmAFXHzCIrz08dKLNU5Lamga9g0k4PlnBfVYkqzY%3D&reserved=0) by Adam Jones (2024) The Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligence (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencedirect.com%2Fscience%2Farticle%2Fpii%2FS0016328721001932%23sec0030&data=05%7C02%7Cstacey.valliere%40uconn.edu%7Ccf39bf2836824dba163d08dd67c2bb5a%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638780808258092564%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xCveke1IU44qiWK4LyxMRLSMPMdyQpfuq597Srj3%2BU0%3D&reserved=0) by Ross Gruetzemacher and Jess Whittlestone (2022) Frontier AI: capabilities and risks – discussion paper (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Ffrontier-ai-capabilities-and-risks-discussion-paper%2Ffrontier-ai-capabilities-and-risks-discussion-paper&data=05%7C02%7Cstacey.valliere%40uconn.edu%7Ccf39bf2836824dba163d08dd67c2bb5a%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638780808258131809%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vscCK%2B9WcmKjmbvM7565T5bRLfo9SPfWTxjiTGa%2BK%2Fs%3D&reserved=0) by UK Government (2023) What failure looks like (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alignmentforum.org%2Fposts%2FHBxe6wdjxK239zajf%2Fwhat-failure-looks-like&data=05%7C02%7Cstacey.valliere%40uconn.edu%7Ccf39bf2836824dba163d08dd67c2bb5a%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638780808258165901%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Tn0cBbCCJwJP25%2FjZy2icbWvWN09bxYlbXu6lOAJVU4%3D&reserved=0) by Paul Christiano (2019) Sign up to attend this session. You do not have to sign up for all the learning community meetings, but we hope you will. The next meetings will be on April 14, 21, and 28. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3437 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3437)

Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Educators are here to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for students to talk about anything related to alcohol, cannabis, or other substance use- whether it's for yourself or someone you care about. Our peer heath educators are students just like you, trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of substance use topics.Monday: 11:15 am to 1:15 pm Tuesday: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday: 10 am to 12 pm & 5 pm to 7 pm Thursday: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm Student Health and Wellness peer educators are designated confidential employees under UConn's Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer Support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.

This dissertation defense will center the efforts of Indigenous chefs, educators, activists, and restaurant industry employees working to revitalize food systems in their own ways. It also discusses the challenges of trying to decolonize "businesses" that still must work within colonial and capitalist systems.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to beginStudents who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issueStudents who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapistStudents who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friendIf a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting theUConn Student CARE Team.This session is held by Chelsea Morales, PsyD (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/chelsea-morales/)  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Alpha Sigma Phi will be tabling on Fairfield Way on April 7th from 12pm to 3pm selling raffle tickets for a chance to win a gift card to a local business.

Come to the Women's Center to learn how to ask for the wages you deserve. Food will be provided! Please register for this event (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fqjxFyUqqk65351DkDSwgF-NuDJorBpLqA8HZ55BBo9UNEJWN0hTRzY2VUxQTFY0NVozQTc5SkdFQS4u&route=shorturl) in advance.

Get your headshot taken with our Iris Photo Booth at the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills (formerly the Center for Career Development). First come- first served- no signup is required.Some common uses for a professional headshot include:Conference presentation bio LinkedIn profile Professional or scholarly website CV or Résumé in countries outside of the U.S. (not included on these documents in the U.S.) And much more! While waiting to take the headshot, join a one-on-one LinkedIn Profile Review session to learn about the best way to present yourself in LinkedIn- the largest social media professional network. In this 10-minute session, career coaches from the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills will review your LinkedIn profile with you and offer tips and strategies to help you optimize your profile to confidently reach out to others.Curious about what to wear for taking a professional headshot? Choose an outfit that best reflects how you want to look when interviewed, presenting at a conference, or conveying your value as a researcher or future employee. Solid colors often work best. There are restrooms in Wilbur Cross where you can change.