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/).

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

The 3rd Annual Sustainable And Resilient Communities Workshop will take place virtually from 10-11:30 a.m. Dec. 10-11, 2024. Learn about resilience assistance programs, new tools and planning for inundation through relocation, land use policies and buyout programs. Leading up to the workshop, the SRC Team will host two field trips to showcase community resilience in Hamden, CT, and Rye, NY. Register at: lisresilience.org/annual-workshop (http://lisresilience.org/annual-workshop) or use the QR code in the flier. More info: https://seagrant.uconn.edu/?p=12417 (https://seagrant.uconn.edu/?p=12417)

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.)

Students are participating in their class final exams during this time. If you are a student and have any questions, please contact your professor or lecturer.

Every year the PEdS group holds a holiday card sale where UConn Health faculty members submit drawings their kids have done and we turn them into holiday cards. The proceeds from this sale help us to fund community outreach initiatives at places like My Sister's Place in Hartford, an organization that provides safe housing and other resources to women and children without a home. You can check us out from Dec 9th to 13th from 11am-1pm at the cafeteria. Come say hi and take a look at our awesome cards that will make a great gift for your loved ones.

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/).

Stop by for a free HOT breakfast before, after or between finals! Free with UConn ID.

Jewelry, scarves, art related and other gifts, games, accessories, t-shirts, cards, and stocking stuffers. UConn cards and postcards. 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.

John Christensen, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Major AdvisorSaraswathi Bellur, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate AdvisorRory McGloin, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate AdvisorKenneth Lachlan, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor  Abstract The current proposed dissertation explores the impact of various information sources (Financial Influencer, Robo-Advisor, and others) on one's investment portfolio risk, and the mediating role FOMO plays in this relationship. Additional message strategies will be investigated (gain vs. loss, and process vs. outcome framing) in order to understand what type of messaging will result in the highest portfolio risk scores, and how portfolio risk mitigating strategies can be developed. An advanced metric for calculating portfolio risk known as the Risk Index Factor (RIF) is developed, which is the primary dependent variable of both Study 1 and 2. Two experiments will be conducted, separated into two studies. Practical and theoretical implications of anticipated results of the studies are discussed.

MIND AND BODY:SUPPORT AND EMPOWERMENT FOR STUDENTS WITH CHRONIC HEALTH CONDITIONS.   This weekly group is for students adjusting to coping with chronic health conditions in a university setting. This is a safe space for students to share their experiences and support each other in managing their health while also managing the challenges of college life. This group is a joint effort between medical and mental health services to ensure that students are cared for in a complete and holistic manner.' This session is held by Jennifer Fox, PhD (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/jennifer-fox/) & Ryan Grade BSN, RN (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/ryan-grade/)   For many concerns that students face- like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by SHaW counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.

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

Dr. Gary Pielak, Department of Chemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC Title: "Macromolecular Crowding In Vitro and In Cells" Host: Dane Geddes-Buehre (Dr. Dmitry Korzhnev Lab)