Movie Schedule:  Friday, Sept. 27th Inside Out Saturday, Sept. 28th Inside Out 2 Thursday, Oct. 3rd Hocus Pocus Friday, Oct. 4th Monsters Inc Saturday, Oct 5th E.T. The Extra Terrestrial Thursday, Oct. 17 Kiki Thursday, Oct. 24th Longlegs Friday, Oct. 25th A Quiet Place: Day One Saturday, Oct. 26th Smile Thursday, Oct. 31st The Shining Friday, Nov. 1st Ghostbusters Saturday, Nov. 2nd Scream

Chamber Orchestra PerformanceThis performance will be livestreamed here:https://www.kaltura.com/index.php/extwidget/preview/partner_id/2090521/uiconf_id/36463151/entry_id/1_almc4hoz/embed/dynamicAll ticket sales directly fund the operating costs of von der Mehden Recital Hall. Tickets can be purchased athttps://vdm.ticketleap.com/.Free comp tickets are available for Seniors, Military, and UConn Students, Faculty and Staff.

The Northeast Power Electronics Symposium (NEPES) is hosted by the Connecticut Power Electronics Center of Excellence. The mission of the Connecticut Power Electronics Center of Excellence (CONPEX) is to maintain and expand excellence in research and workforce development in the broad area of power electronics and its technology domains and applications, with a holistic interdisciplinary approach, to support existing and future industry, government, research, and training activities in this area. Our Goals & ObjectivesEstablishing a world-renowned center in power electronics to address global energy challenges and energy equity in remote and under-served areas. Establishing short courses for advanced engineering education both locally, nationally, and globally. Creating a workforce training program in an area of state and national needs. Establishing a truly unique inter-disciplinary approach to address local and global energy challenges that require power electronic energy conversion. Establish a R&D platform to enable inter-disciplinary expertise to address advance power electronic solutions to address upcoming challenges with industry as partner.

The Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (OAIC) at UConn (P30 AG067988; Kuchel, Fortinsky - MPIs) is one of fifteen such centers throughout the United States funded by the National Institute on Aging at NIH. "Pepper Centers" honor Claude D. Pepper, the late Congressman who advocated for senior health and research to enable older adults to maintain or restore their independence. The overarching goal of the OAIC (Pepper) Program is to enhance function and independence in older adults through research. The UConn Pepper Center is pioneering a theme focused on Precision Gerontology, an approach to aging research and the care of older adults that seeks to render interventions enhancing function and independence more effective through an improved understanding of heterogeneity and more precise targeting (https://health.uconn.edu/pepper-center/). A key component of all Pepper Centers is the Research Education Component (REC), which provides financial support, education, and training to Pepper Scholars who Pepper Center leadership identify as showing particular promise as independent investigators. The REC at the UConn Pepper Center, led by Dr. David Steffens and Dr. George Kuchel, includes senior research leaders at UConn and Jackson Lab who could serve as mentors to Pepper Scholars (https://health.uconn.edu/pepper-center/research-and-education-component-rec/). A mentored research project is a primary focus of being a REC Scholar. We are issuing this solicitation to early stage faculty with an interest in aging-related research. Individuals with experience in this area are encouraged to apply, as are those with research backgrounds in non-aging related fields whose research might be enhanced with a new aging focus. Physician scientists and clinicians in other disciplines are especially encouraged to apply. We anticipate funding two new UConn Pepper Scholars through this competition. Funding for two Pepper Scholar positions would begin July 1, 2025. Pepper Scholar awards are typically awarded for one year, with a second year of funding based on evidence of progress and need. Since this award is taking place in year 5 of the current UConn Pepper Center funding cycle, a year 2 Pepper Scholar Award will also be contingent upon the parent grant's successful competitive renewal. The overall goals of the Pepper Center are focused on improving function and independence among older adults. As such the following criteria for Pepper Scholar Selection were developed to be consistent with these goals: • Trainee potential and commitment to an academic career • Demonstrated commitment to aging research • Alignment of proposed training and work with the broader mission of the NIA OAIC Pepper Center Program and the focus on UConn Pepper Center on Precision Gerontology • Availability and commitment of suitable mentorship • Ability to benefit from OAIC resources As an initial step prior to submitting a full Pepper Scholar application, we are requesting that potential candidates submit a Letter of Intent (LOI), due by 5 PM on January 17, 2025. The LOI should be one single-spaced page consisting of two paragraphs. The first paragraph should highlight aspects of the candidate's educational, training, and research background that are most relevant to the Pepper Scholar program, followed by a statement of how the candidate will benefit from the Pepper Scholars program. The second paragraph should include a brief description of the research project that will be supported by the Pepper Center REC. In addition to the LOI, candidates should submit either an NIH Biosketch (preferred) or a CV. The LOI and Biosketch/CV should be addressed to Dr. David Steffens, REC Core Leader and Dr. George Kuchel, REC Core Co-Leader, and emailed to Ms. Laura Masi at masi@uchc.edu Selected candidates will then be notified by January 31, 2025 and invited to submit a full application for the Pepper Scholar Program for a March 28, 2025 deadline.

Our latest exhibit in Celeste LeWitt Gallery features "Luminous Pastels" by Jane Penfield and "Reflective Moments" by Paul R. Berger.(Note new date for reception.)

Throughout the entire month of November, Sammy (Sigma Alpha Mu) will be raising money for the Judy Fund supporting Alzheimer's research. Check our Instagram story for our venmo!

View UConn Women's Swimming & Diving's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/womens-swimming-and-diving/schedule)

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

Join us for an all-day writing retreat at UConn Avery Point! Enjoy a quiet space to work, great company, gorgeous views, and a delicious lunch. Please register at http://s.uconn.edu/Nov2024APwritingretreat by Friday, October 18. 20 seats are available. Writing retreats are full-day events. If you would like to attend for only part of the day, please contact Rebecca Troeger (Rebecca.Troeger@uconn.edu) to be added to the wait list. If you are new to Avery Point, please see directions to our campus and our campus map. If you have any questions about parking, please contact Parking Services at (860) 486-4930 or parkingservices@uconn.edu If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Rebecca Troeger at Rebecca.Troeger@uconn.edu or include a note on your registration form by October 18.

Doctoral field of study: Electrical Engineering Dissertation title: Utilization of Memristor Analytical Model for Device Emulation in Neural Networks: Exploring Degradation Dynamics and Performance Mitigation Strategies

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).

Jewelry, scarves, art related and other gifts, games, accessories, t-shirts, cards, and stocking stuffers.  UConn Cards and postcards and Horsebarn Hill calendar. Sale Dates: November 19 - December 19 during Museum open hours.   20% off sale*. (30% for Museum Members - show your card). *Horsebarn Hill Calendar not on sale *Connecticut Art Trail Passports BUY ONE GET ONE while supplies last Take a break and visit the wonderful exhibitions in the galleries.

Do you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation. This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Fall 2024 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a new, 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: 11:00am-4:00pm                                                                                 Tuesdays: 3:00pm-6:30pm                                                                              Wednesdays: 10:30am-6:30pm                                                                              Thursdays: 3:30pm-6:30pm                                                                                        Fridays: 10:30am-5:00pm 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 www.studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts 

Virtual drop in hours (https://career.business.uconn.edu/undergraduate/appointment/) are Monday-Friday via Nexus & In person drop in hours are available Monday,Tuesday and Friday in our Storrs officie. 11am-Noon. You can also make an appointment (https://career.business.uconn.edu/undergraduate/appointment/) with one of our career counselors or email your career questions to recruit@business.uconn.edu. (mailto:recruit@business.uconn.edu) Check our website for more resources: https://career.business.uconn.edu/undergraduate/

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/). Providers rotate weekly on Fridays! Check out more of our mental health providers here (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/staff-directory/?&group=MENTAL%20HEALTH%20PROVIDERS).

Aditya NayakFlorida Atlantic UniversityIn situ digital holography for characterizing plankton distributions and fine-scale biophysical interactions in the ocean Aquatic phytoplankton generate nearly half of the global primary production; they are the base of most aquatic food webs and form an important component of the oceanic biological pump. Plankton distributions in the ocean are incredibly 'patchy' (non-homogeneous), as evidenced by phenomena such as harmful algal blooms (HABs) and 'thin layers' – vertically limited aggregations of enhanced plankton concentration. Due to their high biomass, plankton also influence ocean optics and their concentration and orientation in the water column can alter light propagation and enhance backscattering. Sinking planktonic aggregates are an important pathway to sequester carbon to the ocean's interior. Thus, characterizing the presence, diversity, and abundance of plankton is critical for a range of studies in the aquatic sciences. Recent advances in imaging technologies have enabled direct in situ and (relatively) undisturbed measurements of suspended particles and plankton at high spatial and temporal resolutions. Unlike standard imaging techniques, digital holography characterizes the distribution of particles/plankton over a 3D sample volume in a relatively undisturbed manner. Holography can provide invaluable insights into planktonic research including: (i) fine scale distribution and aggregation patterns of planktonic organisms; (ii) behavioral studies, e.g., predator-prey interactions and orientation in flow; and (iii) size, shape, and abundance of different planktonic species in the water column. In this talk, a custom-built in situ holographic imaging system, with the capability to resolve particles and plankton over a size ranging from ~ 10 µm – 3 cm, will be presented. The versatile system has been successfully deployed in a wide range of freshwater, estuarine and marine environments, including the Gulf of Mexico, coastal Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Balearic and Baltic Seas and Lake Erie. Specific examples of in situ field observations using holography to address both fundamental and applied research questions, including but not limited to, characterizing harmful algal blooms, phytoplankton and ciliate thin layers, and plankton orientation in flow, will be presented.Host: Kate RandolphTime & Date: 11:00 am, Friday, November 22, 2024Place: Lowell Weicker Building, Seminar Room 103 (or WebEx)Request Seminar InformationCancellation & Additional Seminar Details (https://marinesciences.uconn.edu/seminar/seminar1248/)  If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodations, please contact 860-405-9152 (tel:+18604059152) or email marinesciencesseminars@uconn.edu (mailto:marinesciencesseminars@uconn.edu).  This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent10973