Tuesday, April 15, 2025
- All dayArt Exhibit in Celeste LeWitt Gallery (North Side of the Food Court)Paintings by UConn Health employee Maggie Prado and a series of mixed media artwork by David C. Jackson at Celeste LeWitt Gallery.
- All dayEGSA Book SaleThe English Graduate Student Association is proud to announce that its second annual book sale is taking place on April 14 and 15, from 12 PM to 4 PM, in the Stern Lounge (Austin Building Room 217). We will have a variety of books (fiction, poetry, philosophy, academic, and many more) for sale for $1, $3, and $5. Cash and online payments accepted. All proceeds will go to fund future EGSA activities.
- All dayNational 4-H Conference
- All dayNational 4-H Conference
- All daySenior PortraitsAre you a senior at UConn Waterbury? Sign up for a timeslot to take a free Senior Portrait to commemorate your last year on campus and your lifetime as a Husky!
- All daySenior PortraitsAre you a senior at UConn Waterbury? Sign up for a timeslot to take a free Senior Portrait to commemorate your last year on campus and your lifetime as a Husky!
- All daySports & Entertainment Negotiation CompetitionThis 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.
- All dayUConn Avery Point Reading CelebrationWho: For families with kids, sponsored by UConn Avery Point, UConn Library, and the UConn Avery Point Developmental Psychology class. What: Reading Celebration with story times, activities, and free book giveaways. Kids of all ages will find activities and books to interest them, and the story times are geared specifically toward grades K-2. Special guest readers include K9 Officer Jazmine and Sgt. Justin Cheney from UConn University Safety, K9 Officer Chase and Ofc. Heather McClelland from Groton Town Police, K9 Officer Traveler and Ofc. Christina Nocito from New London Police Department, Miss Emily and Miss Tracy from the Groton Public Library, Michael Grater from the Mystic & Noank Library, and Annemarie Seifert from UConn Avery Point. Where: UConn Avery Point Library, 1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton. Story times and activities will be held in the library building or on the lawn nearby if weather permits. When: April 14-17, with story times at 10:00am and 4:30pm each day. Why: For the joy of reading! How: Free! Drop in; no signup needed.
- 1:15 AM1h 30mChronic Absenteeism: School is Better When You are HereShamin Patwa, Mansfield Public Schools
- 1:15 AM1h 30mChronic Absenteeism: School is Better When You are HereShamin Patwa, Mansfield Public Schools
- 6:45 AM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:00 AM45mGroup Fitness Class – Gentle Yoga (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:15 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – Spring 2025 - Small Group Hybrid Fitness Training - Session 1 (Tu/Th 7:15am) w/ MaddieFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 8:00 AM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 9:00 AM30mWeekly STEM Virtual Office HourJoin us for virtual office hours! Drop in with your questions—we're here to support you in the most convenient way possible. Register here. (https://connect.grad.uconn.edu/register/stem-virtual-250415)
- 9:00 AM1hMaster's Class
- 9:00 AM6hCAPS Egg HuntAn Easter Egg Hunt for college students is a fun and effective way to help them de-stress and take a break from the pressures of academic life. It provides a lighthearted physical activity that can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and offer a much-needed recharge. The event also fosters a sense of community by encouraging students to socialize and bond outside of the classroom. Organizing the hunt in teams promotes collaboration and helps students build stronger relationships and teamwork skills. Additionally, offering prizes adds excitement and motivation, making the event more rewarding. For the prizes, we were thinking of offering items that students might not normally see or get here, as well as including candy, self-care items, and a painting section where they can paint paper mache eggs. Overall, the Easter Egg Hunt is a great way to relieve stress, build connections, and create a more balanced, enjoyable college experience.
- 9:00 AM6hCAPS Egg HuntAn Easter Egg Hunt for college students is a fun and effective way to help them de-stress and take a break from the pressures of academic life. It provides a lighthearted physical activity that can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and offer a much-needed recharge. The event also fosters a sense of community by encouraging students to socialize and bond outside of the classroom. Organizing the hunt in teams promotes collaboration and helps students build stronger relationships and teamwork skills. Additionally, offering prizes adds excitement and motivation, making the event more rewarding. For the prizes, we were thinking of offering items that students might not normally see or get here, as well as including candy, self-care items, and a painting section where they can paint paper mache eggs. Overall, the Easter Egg Hunt is a great way to relieve stress, build connections, and create a more balanced, enjoyable college experience.
- 10:00 AM1hBrownies - DZ x SAE Tabling
- 10:00 AM2hUConn Sexpert Drop-In HoursUConn 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/)
- 10:30 AM1hHop into spring with FUN FROGS!An interactive children's program starting in the gallery to view a work of art by Jaune Quick-to-See Smith (citizen of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Nation). Her piece All of My Relations Book I, uses text and image to highlight the interconnectedness of all living things. "On our reservation, teaching stories are always filled with animals," says the artist. After discussing the work, we will create a fun frog craft to usher in the start of spring. Reservations Required. Contact Matthew Marshall, Curator of Education at matthew.marshall@uconn.edu (mailto:matthew.marshall@uconn.edu)
- 10:30 AM1hMind and Body Support GroupMore info about SHaW's Group Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/)Mind and BodySupport Group: 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.
- 11:00 AM1hCommunity Engagement in PTRThe Office of Outreach and Engagement in collaboration with faculty from all Schools and Colleges created guidelines and recommendations on how to incorporate Community Engagement in the PTR package. At this stage of the process, we would like to get your feedback on the content and process suggested. You can find the file at PTR_Community Engagement_1April2025.pdf (https://uconn-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/rosa_raudales_uconn_edu/EWAFp4oN9RlIo77jK5sG2uABy0qIGTaBRhGnD_6PVgb7VA?e=kfWt8c&xsdata=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%3D%3D&sdata=WGpxTFNqazVHVTdNSEwxUFgySzV5emt1RUdJY1dKNkJrTWFCRHdGaEI1az0%3D&ovuser=17f1a87e-2a25-4eaa-b9df-9d439034b080%2Cmerly.downey%40uconn.edu) Please feel free to share your comments in writing and send them to rosa.raudales@uconn.edu (mailto:rosa.raudales@uconn.edu) or join one of the meetings below to share your comments: Monday, April 14 at 1:00 pm Tuesday, April 15 at 11:00 am Wednesday, April 16 at 1:00 pm Thursday, April 17 at 2:00 pm Tuesday, April 22 at 2:30 pm Meeting link: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/rosaraudales (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/rosaraudales) Meeting number: 319 588 423 Join by phone: +1-415-655-0002, Access Code: 319 588 423
- 11:00 AM1h 15mDeveloping Student AI Fluencies in your class: teaching critical assessment of LLM outputHow should we engage students on the matter of generative AI and learning in our courses? Examples from Yee, Uttich, Main & Giltner's AI Hacks for Educators will be shared, with an opportunity to practice with different generative AI tools. Session Two will go over activities to promote student critical thinking about the output of large language models, with opportunities for hands-on practice. This session is suitable for participants with minimal experience using generative AI but will be most useful if you know how to access either Microsoft CoPilot through your UConn Microsoft 365 login, or ChatGPT (both the free "mini" and paid versions will be demonstrated). Detection of AI use will not be the focus of these sessions, but we may discuss AI-resistant activities and assignments. You are encouraged to contribute your questions, ideas, and experiences. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3433 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3433)
- 11:00 AM3hGrad Fair Event!
- 11:00 AM3hGrad Fair Event!
- 11:00 AM3hSafe Haven Tabling
- 11:00 AM3hSafe Haven Tabling
- 11:30 AM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Proposal, Graham RobertsAbstract: Machine learning (ML) has shown great promise in a variety of applications. One particular space where ML applications are desired is the analysis of scientific data. Many of these applications differ from the more discussed applications of ML in that data are more difficult to acquire. A wealth of written works, photographs, and data on topics such as browsing habits exist and have resulted in many of the most powerful ML models ever created. In many scientific applications, data collected from a particular technique are scarcer. Analyzing these data may require years of expertise and hours of work to analyze a single datum. ML solutions are therefore highly desirable, but difficult to achieve. Here I present several works to create domain specific ML applications under these limitations. The first application is a hierarchical classifier for small angle scattering curves to identify the structures of nanoparticles. To do this, a hierarchical model creates an interpretable series of decision boundaries that align with physical differences. Creating this hierarchical model involves both selecting the optimal tree structure and tuning each decision along the hierarchical model. Each decision in this hierarchical model is independently trained as a standalone binary classifier. We propose and justify a rebalancing of k-fold cross validation to tune models which generalize better and minimize the risk of overfitting model selection, by using more data for validation than training at each fold. A second project is symbolic regression for implicit equations. In many scientific applications, it can be more informative to learn an actual description of a relationship between two quantities, rather than a tool for mapping input to output. Symbolic regression is an ML technique that learns an actual symbolic expression of relationships between data. Implicit expressions, however, are a uniquely challenging problem, due to only possessing a single label, and often non-invertible relationships between variables. We create a probabilistic featurization of implicit equations utilizing importance sampling. This allows many tools for symbolic regression to generalize to implicit equations and discovering conserved quantities in series of differential equations. Symbolic regression is, in essence, a special case of model selection. We utilize other tools including weighted bootstrap sampling and complexity-focused checkpoints to find the symbolic expression with the fewest operators, while carefully avoiding false answers such as trivial models. By utilizing careful model selection and careful construction of features and models we can create ML tools using small amounts of data.
- 11:30 AM2hCreate a Cyanotype!A historical photographic process, cyanotype uses sunlight to create images, and water to develop the final blue toned prints. Popular with both scientists and artists, cyanotypes are one of a kind and unique to their creators. The workshop stand will have objects and negatives for you to try and you are also welcome to bring your own materials to experiment with. Pop on by from 11:30-1:30pm to learn about this user-friendly and fun process and make some art with the sun!"
- 11:30 AM2hSubstance Use Risk Reduction Peer Health Educators Drop-In HoursSHaW's 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.
- 11:45 AM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:00 PM1hEGSA Book SaleThe English Graduate Student Association is proud to announce that its second annual book sale is taking place on April 14 and 15, from 12 PM to 4 PM, in the Stern Lounge (Austin Building Room 217). We will have a variety of books (fiction, poetry, philosophy, academic, and many more) for sale for $1, $3, and $5. Cash and online payments accepted. All proceeds will go to fund future EGSA activities.
- 12:00 PM1hMolecular Biology and Biochemistry Work in Progress Talk: Tvesha Parikh (Dr. R. Page Lab)Title: "Active Site Recruitment is key for specific substrate recruitment of Calcineurin"
- 12:00 PM1hRising Stars of Regenerative Engineering: The Dynamic of Students and Research MentorsHosted by UConn Health Research A Webinar Series from The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering of the University of Connecticut Beyond the science, the webinars will address the personal dimensions of research training. What is the ideal environment to train young scientists? What are the barriers? How does the young scholar mesh into the fabric of the organization? In all, attendees to the webinars will appreciate contemporary science in regeneration and the dynamics of transferring that science to the next generation in the enterprise. Participants are selected from the Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering's signature T32 Doctoral and Young Innovative Investigator Programs as well as UConn's graduate training. The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering is producing this series in partnership with the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI). The webinars will inform participants and the audience on the perspective of young scientists in training conducting research in regenerative engineering supplemental by the interaction with their research mentors.
- 12:00 PM1h 15mTuesday Mindfulness Basic Classes at UConn WaterburyTuesdays 4/1 - 4/22, 12-1:15 in Room WREC 304 This introductory class teaches practical skills to manage stress and enhance overall wellbeing. The small group format creates a supportive environment where you can create a habit of using the skills on a regular basis. Students who complete the class report feeling less stressed, more mindful, experience less self-judgment and sleep better! (It's also a great resume builder!) Pre-registration is required as space is limited.Register at s.uconn.edu/mindful4225 (http://s.uconn.edu/mindful4225) for this IN PERSON TUESDAY class. This class meets weekly on the Waterbury Campus; all UConn students are welcome. *The Mindfulness Basics class is offered 4 times during the Spring 2025 semester. Each version is weekly for 4 weeks. While you are strongly encouraged to attend the full 4-week class, you can receive Honors Event credit for a single class, according to the following:Class 1 = #UHLevent11019Class 2 = #UHLevent11020Class 3 = #UHLevent11021Class 4 = #UHLevent11022 You may not receive Honors Event credit for going to the same class twice.
- 12:00 PM2hFrontiers in Undergraduate Research - WaterburyPlease join us for UConn Waterbury's inaugural Frontiers in Undergraduate Research Poster Exhibition on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 from 12:00-2:00pm in the Waterbury Main Building, MPR 119. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of UConn's talented undergraduates. 12:00PM - 12:05PM - Welcome 12:05PM - 12:10PM - Maria Choudhry, Relationship Between Psychological Distress and Caregiving Responsibilities in Working Parents in Spain Two Years Into the COVID-19 Pandemic; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 12:10PM - 12:20PM - Alexia Foster and Adriana Figueroa, Housing Clinic for Thriving Communities; Research Advisors: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez and Heather Price 12:20PM - 12:30PM - Samuel Laus and Janely Gonzales, Career Closet Success at the Waterbury Campus; Research Advisors: Laura Donorfio, Lisa Carozza, and Heather Price 12:30PM - 12:35PM- Briennah Bragg, SHARE Virtual Summer Experience: What I Learned and Where it Lead Me; Research Advisor: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez 12:35PM - 12:40PM- Sangeeta Kasinath, Beyond the Bottle: Gender Alcohol Consumption Inequalities in Health Crisis in Spain; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 12:40PM - 12:45PM - Daniel Borean, Associations between Social Media Use and Mental Health and Wellness among US Youth: Analysis of the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey; Research Advisor: Pablo Valente 12:45PM - 12:55PM - Break for Refreshments 12:55PM - 1:00PM - Sangeeta Kasinath, Hands-On Today, Healthcare Tomorrow; Research Advisor: Tamara Kaliszewski 1:00PM - 1:05PM - Lejdina Gecaj, The Relationship Between Psychological Distress, Social Media Use, and Alcohol Use in the Context of the Ukraine War and the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic among Adults in Spain; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 1:05PM - 1:15PM - Presenters: Theodhora Sumbulla, Mÿah Mercado, and Adea Selmani; Additional authors: Yana Baltsevych, Ana Julia Szelmenczi Alves, Dayanara Feliz, and Erick Zuniga, Body Doubling in the Writing Center: A New Aspect to Peer Tutoring; Research Advisor: Benjamin Woodard 1:15PM - 1:20PM - Brenny Alcantara, Harnessing Phosphorus; Research Advisor: Sandra Hill 1:20PM - 1:30PM - Alexis Bernhardt, Ryan Tuxpan Tepatzi, and Charles Cameron, A Mixed Methods Approach to Understanding Worries in Emerging Adults and Their Relation to Anxiety and Depression; Research Advisor: Kimberli Treadwell 1:30PM - 1:40PM - Brenny Alcantara and Destiny Martinez, Reflection Room; Research Advisor: Rob Walsh 1:40PM - 1:45PM - Adriana Figueroa, Waterbury Schools; Research Advisor: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez 1:45PM - 1:50PM - Rosalind Tavarez, Problem Anxiety Talk and Attachment: Predicting Emerging Adults' Relationship Quality with Parents & Friends; Research Advisor: Kimberli Treadwell 1:50PM - 2:00PM - Closing Remarks Frontiers 2025 also includes a virtual component which may be viewed beginning Wednesday, April 16, 2025 on the Frontiers website - Frontiers 2025 | Office of Undergraduate Research (https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/frontiers2025/). If you require an accommodation to participate or attend this event, please contact Kaitlin Heenehan (stamfordenrichment@uconn.edu (mailto:stamfordenrichment@uconn.edu)) by April 4, 2025. This is an Honors Event. Category: Academic & Interdisciplinary Engagement. Honors students may only count presenting at and/or attending Frontiers in Undergraduate Research as one Honors Event, even if multiple sessions are attended. #UHLevent11088 (for presenting your research/creative activity) #UHLevent11089 (for attending as an audience member in Stamford) #UHLevent11090 (for attending as an audience member in Storrs) #UHLevent11085 (for attending as an audience member in Waterbury)
- 12:00 PM2hFrontiers in Undergraduate Research - WaterburyPlease join us for UConn Waterbury's inaugural Frontiers in Undergraduate Research Poster Exhibition on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 from 12:00-2:00pm in the Waterbury Main Building, MPR 119. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of UConn's talented undergraduates. 12:00PM - 12:05PM - Welcome 12:05PM - 12:10PM - Maria Choudhry, Relationship Between Psychological Distress and Caregiving Responsibilities in Working Parents in Spain Two Years Into the COVID-19 Pandemic; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 12:10PM - 12:20PM - Alexia Foster and Adriana Figueroa, Housing Clinic for Thriving Communities; Research Advisors: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez and Heather Price 12:20PM - 12:30PM - Samuel Laus and Janely Gonzales, Career Closet Success at the Waterbury Campus; Research Advisors: Laura Donorfio, Lisa Carozza, and Heather Price 12:30PM - 12:35PM- Briennah Bragg, SHARE Virtual Summer Experience: What I Learned and Where it Lead Me; Research Advisor: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez 12:35PM - 12:40PM- Sangeeta Kasinath, Beyond the Bottle: Gender Alcohol Consumption Inequalities in Health Crisis in Spain; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 12:40PM - 12:45PM - Daniel Borean, Associations between Social Media Use and Mental Health and Wellness among US Youth: Analysis of the 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey; Research Advisor: Pablo Valente 12:45PM - 12:55PM - Break for Refreshments 12:55PM - 1:00PM - Sangeeta Kasinath, Hands-On Today, Healthcare Tomorrow; Research Advisor: Tamara Kaliszewski 1:00PM - 1:05PM - Lejdina Gecaj, The Relationship Between Psychological Distress, Social Media Use, and Alcohol Use in the Context of the Ukraine War and the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic among Adults in Spain; Research Advisor: Aviana Rosen 1:05PM - 1:15PM - Presenters: Theodhora Sumbulla, Mÿah Mercado, and Adea Selmani; Additional authors: Yana Baltsevych, Ana Julia Szelmenczi Alves, Dayanara Feliz, and Erick Zuniga, Body Doubling in the Writing Center: A New Aspect to Peer Tutoring; Research Advisor: Benjamin Woodard 1:15PM - 1:20PM - Brenny Alcantara, Harnessing Phosphorus; Research Advisor: Sandra Hill 1:20PM - 1:30PM - Alexis Bernhardt, Ryan Tuxpan Tepatzi, and Charles Cameron, A Mixed Methods Approach to Understanding Worries in Emerging Adults and Their Relation to Anxiety and Depression; Research Advisor: Kimberli Treadwell 1:30PM - 1:40PM - Brenny Alcantara and Destiny Martinez, Reflection Room; Research Advisor: Rob Walsh 1:40PM - 1:45PM - Adriana Figueroa, Waterbury Schools; Research Advisor: Melisa Argañaraz Gomez 1:45PM - 1:50PM - Rosalind Tavarez, Problem Anxiety Talk and Attachment: Predicting Emerging Adults' Relationship Quality with Parents & Friends; Research Advisor: Kimberli Treadwell 1:50PM - 2:00PM - Closing Remarks Frontiers 2025 also includes a virtual component which may be viewed beginning Wednesday, April 16, 2025 on the Frontiers website - Frontiers 2025 | Office of Undergraduate Research (https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/frontiers2025/). If you require an accommodation to participate or attend this event, please contact Kaitlin Heenehan (stamfordenrichment@uconn.edu (mailto:stamfordenrichment@uconn.edu)) by April 4, 2025. This is an Honors Event. Category: Academic & Interdisciplinary Engagement. Honors students may only count presenting at and/or attending Frontiers in Undergraduate Research as one Honors Event, even if multiple sessions are attended. #UHLevent11088 (for presenting your research/creative activity) #UHLevent11089 (for attending as an audience member in Stamford) #UHLevent11090 (for attending as an audience member in Storrs) #UHLevent11085 (for attending as an audience member in Waterbury)
- 12:00 PM2h 30mCareer Tuesday In Person- Techtronic Industries (TTI)Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. This is your chance to stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary.
- 12:00 PM2h 30mCareer Tuesday In Person- Techtronic Industries (TTI)Where: School of Business, 2nd floor, Atrium Why Attend: Join us for Career Tuesday IN PERSON! The event is at the School of Business are open to all students. This is a chance for you to engage with employers in a casual setting - think of it like a pop-up Career Fair without the long lines. This is your chance to stop by for a visit with top employers to learn about their current openings and their company culture. Learn about their interviewing practices and make personal connections. No formal presentations, come as you are on your way to and from class. Open to all students and majors. No pre-registration necessary.
- 12:05 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – DEKA/HYROX Training (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:05 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Yoga Flow (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:30 PM1hAAC Waterbury Workshop: Prioritization Techniques
- 12:30 PM1hCPILJ General Body Meeting
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Defense of Benjamin R. Oltsik
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin R. OltsikBen Oltsik defends his thesis, "Newton Polytopes, Symbolic Defect, and Analytic Spread." Field of study: Mathematics.
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin R. OltsikBen Oltsik defends his thesis, "Newton Polytopes, Symbolic Defect, and Analytic Spread." Field of study: Mathematics.
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Cali SalafiaDissertation Title: "Influence of Health Information Source Saliency and Sociodemographic Moderators in Surgical Decision-Making and Regret among Early-Stage Breast Cancer Survivors" Degree: Human Development and Family Sciences
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Cali SalafiaDissertation Title: "Influence of Health Information Source Saliency and Sociodemographic Moderators in Surgical Decision-Making and Regret among Early-Stage Breast Cancer Survivors" Degree: Human Development and Family Sciences
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Tasnim ZamanTitle: Advancing offshore wind prediction and assessment of climate change impacts on wind energy in the Northeastern United States Ph.D. Candidate: Tasnim Zaman Major Advisor: Dr. Marina Astitha Associate Advisors: Dr. Emmanouil N. Anagnostou, Dr. Guiling Wang, Dr. Ethan Gutmann and Dr. Timothy W. Juliano This study investigates the performance of a high-resolution Numerical Weather Prediction model in predicting hub-height wind speed in the U.S. Northeast Atlantic. It assesses improvements in wind and atmospheric turbulence prediction using a novel three-dimensional planetary boundary layer (3DPBL) scheme. Additionally, it introduces a statistical downscaling approach to evaluate climate change impacts on wind speed in offshore and onshore environmentsAdvancing offshore wind prediction and assessment of climate change impacts on wind in the Northeastern United States Wind energy has become a key renewable resource due to its low environmental impact and its growing importance in meeting future energy demands. However, assessing future wind energy potential remains challenging due to uncertainties in wind pattern changes and the lack of high-resolution data. Therefore, establishing detailed temporal and spatial wind speed databases is essential for accurately evaluating wind power and guiding green energy infrastructure. Considering both the importance and challenges of accurate wind prediction, this study investigates dynamical and statistical approaches to improve near-surface and hub-height wind speed predictions across offshore and onshore regions of the Northeastern United States, guided by four key objectives. First, the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model (v4.4) was used to evaluate the influence of initial and boundary conditions, model vertical resolution, and sea surface temperature fields on wind prediction, particularly under high-pressure, low-wind scenarios relevant to wind energy operations. Results indicate that initial and boundary conditions have the greatest impact on hub-height wind accuracy. Although no single configuration proved universally superior, the HRRR-driven WRF simulation produced improved wind power density estimates. Second, a novel three-dimensional planetary boundary layer (3DPBL) scheme was implemented to assess hub-height turbulence kinetic energy (TKE). Sub-kilometer WRF simulations showed good agreement for wind speed, although TKE performance varied with atmospheric stability and forcing conditions. Third, a statistical downscaling framework was developed using the Ensemble Generalized Analog Regression Downscaling (En-GARD) method to refine CMIP6 climate model outputs from 100 km to 4 km resolution. The method, validated against ERA5 and high-resolution reference (CONUS1) data, demonstrated strong agreement, with normalized RMSE and MAE below 20% and 16%, respectively. Lastly, downscaling was applied to both historical (1979–2014) and future (2035–2070) periods. The downscaled model output successfully preserved key signals from three coarse-resolution CMIP6 models while capturing finer spatial details, particularly in regions influenced by topography. Projected future wind speeds exhibit changes that vary by model and season. The resulting high-resolution wind datasets can enhance the ability to assess wind energy potential and variability under changing climate conditions in the future.
- 12:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Tasnim ZamanTitle: Advancing offshore wind prediction and assessment of climate change impacts on wind energy in the Northeastern United States Ph.D. Candidate: Tasnim Zaman Major Advisor: Dr. Marina Astitha Associate Advisors: Dr. Emmanouil N. Anagnostou, Dr. Guiling Wang, Dr. Ethan Gutmann and Dr. Timothy W. Juliano This study investigates the performance of a high-resolution Numerical Weather Prediction model in predicting hub-height wind speed in the U.S. Northeast Atlantic. It assesses improvements in wind and atmospheric turbulence prediction using a novel three-dimensional planetary boundary layer (3DPBL) scheme. Additionally, it introduces a statistical downscaling approach to evaluate climate change impacts on wind speed in offshore and onshore environmentsAdvancing offshore wind prediction and assessment of climate change impacts on wind in the Northeastern United States Wind energy has become a key renewable resource due to its low environmental impact and its growing importance in meeting future energy demands. However, assessing future wind energy potential remains challenging due to uncertainties in wind pattern changes and the lack of high-resolution data. Therefore, establishing detailed temporal and spatial wind speed databases is essential for accurately evaluating wind power and guiding green energy infrastructure. Considering both the importance and challenges of accurate wind prediction, this study investigates dynamical and statistical approaches to improve near-surface and hub-height wind speed predictions across offshore and onshore regions of the Northeastern United States, guided by four key objectives. First, the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model (v4.4) was used to evaluate the influence of initial and boundary conditions, model vertical resolution, and sea surface temperature fields on wind prediction, particularly under high-pressure, low-wind scenarios relevant to wind energy operations. Results indicate that initial and boundary conditions have the greatest impact on hub-height wind accuracy. Although no single configuration proved universally superior, the HRRR-driven WRF simulation produced improved wind power density estimates. Second, a novel three-dimensional planetary boundary layer (3DPBL) scheme was implemented to assess hub-height turbulence kinetic energy (TKE). Sub-kilometer WRF simulations showed good agreement for wind speed, although TKE performance varied with atmospheric stability and forcing conditions. Third, a statistical downscaling framework was developed using the Ensemble Generalized Analog Regression Downscaling (En-GARD) method to refine CMIP6 climate model outputs from 100 km to 4 km resolution. The method, validated against ERA5 and high-resolution reference (CONUS1) data, demonstrated strong agreement, with normalized RMSE and MAE below 20% and 16%, respectively. Lastly, downscaling was applied to both historical (1979–2014) and future (2035–2070) periods. The downscaled model output successfully preserved key signals from three coarse-resolution CMIP6 models while capturing finer spatial details, particularly in regions influenced by topography. Projected future wind speeds exhibit changes that vary by model and season. The resulting high-resolution wind datasets can enhance the ability to assess wind energy potential and variability under changing climate conditions in the future.
- 1:00 PM1hMaster's Thesis Oral Defense of Mya GarciaRed States, Hidden Hate? The Politics of (Under)Reporting Hate Crimes in the Trump Era Mya Garcia Department of Sociology University of Connecticut MA Thesis Defense April 15th, 2025 1:00 pm Committee Members Dr. Bhoomi Thakore (Chair) Dr. Mary Bernstein Dr. Ryan TalbertAbstract: Ten years after Donald Trump's entry into U.S. politics, his polarizing rhetoric continues to shape national discourse—particularly during his second presidential term. Prior research indicates that his rhetoric is associated with violence of varying levels, particularly violent hate crimes. In this paper, I examine whether Trump's rhetoric and influence over his constituents has affected the level of racially motivated hate crimes in the United States. Using a negative binomial regression, this study examines whether there is a correlation between a state's level of Trump support and a state's number of racially motivated hate crimes. I draw from the FBI's Annual Hate Crime Report, which relies on reporting from state police agencies. Notably, each state uses their own definition of hate crimes, only 26 states require hate crime statistics, and just 11 states require hate crime training for their police force. Findings reveal a negative correlation between Trump support and reported hate crimes; however, this relationship is moderated by state-level requirements for police training. In states requiring such training, those with lower Trump support report more hate crimes than high-Trump-support states, highlighting a potential underreporting bias in conservative contexts. I will argue that the discrepancies in the findings are due to underreporting bias in hate crime reporting, and I will end with policy suggestions for FBI data collection. WebEx Link: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/myg23001 (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/myg23001)In-Person Location: Harry Grant Manchester Hall, Room 117
- 1:00 PM1hMaster's Thesis Oral Defense of Mya GarciaRed States, Hidden Hate? The Politics of (Under)Reporting Hate Crimes in the Trump Era Mya Garcia Department of Sociology University of Connecticut MA Thesis Defense April 15th, 2025 1:00 pm Committee Members Dr. Bhoomi Thakore (Chair) Dr. Mary Bernstein Dr. Ryan TalbertAbstract: Ten years after Donald Trump's entry into U.S. politics, his polarizing rhetoric continues to shape national discourse—particularly during his second presidential term. Prior research indicates that his rhetoric is associated with violence of varying levels, particularly violent hate crimes. In this paper, I examine whether Trump's rhetoric and influence over his constituents has affected the level of racially motivated hate crimes in the United States. Using a negative binomial regression, this study examines whether there is a correlation between a state's level of Trump support and a state's number of racially motivated hate crimes. I draw from the FBI's Annual Hate Crime Report, which relies on reporting from state police agencies. Notably, each state uses their own definition of hate crimes, only 26 states require hate crime statistics, and just 11 states require hate crime training for their police force. Findings reveal a negative correlation between Trump support and reported hate crimes; however, this relationship is moderated by state-level requirements for police training. In states requiring such training, those with lower Trump support report more hate crimes than high-Trump-support states, highlighting a potential underreporting bias in conservative contexts. I will argue that the discrepancies in the findings are due to underreporting bias in hate crime reporting, and I will end with policy suggestions for FBI data collection. WebEx Link: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/myg23001 (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/myg23001)In-Person Location: Harry Grant Manchester Hall, Room 117
- 1:15 PM1hLet's Talk with AshleyStudents 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 Ashley Smith, Psy.D. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/ashley-smith/) Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.
- 1:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Sophia Patricia GosselinTitle: Reconstructing Evolutionary Histories: Genome Phylogenies, Syntenic Blocks, and Viral Selfish Genetic Elements Field of Study: Microbiology Topic: Firstly, the methodological development of whole-genome-based distance metrics, and secondly, the spread, distribution, and evolution of inteins within Actinobacteriophages.
- 1:30 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Sophia Patricia GosselinTitle: Reconstructing Evolutionary Histories: Genome Phylogenies, Syntenic Blocks, and Viral Selfish Genetic Elements Field of Study: Microbiology Topic: Firstly, the methodological development of whole-genome-based distance metrics, and secondly, the spread, distribution, and evolution of inteins within Actinobacteriophages.
- 1:30 PM1hMCB Dissertation Defense: Sophia GosselinDepartment of Molecular and Cell Biology University of Connecticut Announces the Oral Dissertation Defense for the Doctoral Degree Sophia Gosselin B.S. University of Connecticut Reconstructing Evolutionary Histories: Genome Phylogenies, Syntenic Blocks, and Viral Selfish Genetic Elements Tuesday, April 15, 2025 1:30 PM ESB 121 Webex: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/spg11004 (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconn-cmr.webex.com%2Fmeet%2Fspg11004&data=05%7C02%7Csusan.vining%40uconn.edu%7Cb72c715f71944420f01a08dd71f41f0b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638792015486609495%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=irB8Ji4pOPmjiZly%2Byj6emyKMA2bYQZQuHCU%2FYcfvRM%3D&reserved=0) Major Advisor: Dr. J. Peter GogartenAssociate Advisor: Dr. Joerg GrafAssociate Advisor: Dr. Jonathan KlassenExaminer: Dr. Carol TeschkeExaminer: Dr. Paul LewisExaminer: Dr. Dan Gage 25_03_17_SPG_Dissertation_draft.pdf (https://uconn-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/sophia_gosselin_uconn_edu/EebZshhb9DpAueqnXhq92-kBOToMlPJUWGVHU54Br_yj8w?e=bRq4cK&xsdata=MDV8MDJ8c3VzYW4udmluaW5nQHVjb25uLmVkdXxiNzJjNzE1ZjcxOTQ0NDIwZjAxYTA4ZGQ3MWY0MWYwYnwxN2YxYTg3ZTJhMjU0ZWFhYjlkZjlkNDM5MDM0YjA4MHwwfDB8NjM4NzkyMDE1NDg2NTMzOTM3fFVua25vd258VFdGcGJHWnNiM2Q4ZXlKRmJYQjBlVTFoY0draU9uUnlkV1VzSWxZaU9pSXdMakF1TURBd01DSXNJbEFpT2lKWGFXNHpNaUlzSWtGT0lqb2lUV0ZwYkNJc0lsZFVJam95ZlE9PXwwfHx8&sdata=WVdaZXBrZjdFaDJ5UjlyOCs0OENET3JMSDFDUVE0elh3R3VZcDNKYmY0Yz0%3d)
- 1:30 PM1h 15mLet's Talk with ZachStudents 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 Zachary Brown, LMSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/zachary-brown/) Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.
- 2:00 PM1h"Investigating the Effect of Cobalt and Chromium Substitutions on Biomimetic Apatite Maturation"Kennedy A. Drake, Master's of Science in Biomedical Sciences Candidate Thesis Defense Title: "Investigating the Effect of Cobalt and Chromium Substitutions on Biomimetic Apatite Maturation" Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at 2:00 pm in the Massey Auditorium. Webex Information: Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=m842da7231e1dde97a8d8c284db59d527 Meeting number: 2300 098 0997 Password: QkVdSf28hy7 Host key: 985449 Join by video system Dial 23000980997@uconnhealth.webex.com You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Join by phone +1-415-655-0001 US Toll Access code: 2300 098 0997 Host PIN: 5911
- 2:00 PM1h"Investigating the Effect of Cobalt and Chromium Substitutions on Biomimetic Apatite Maturation"Kennedy A. Drake, Master's of Science in Biomedical Sciences Candidate Thesis Defense Title: "Investigating the Effect of Cobalt and Chromium Substitutions on Biomimetic Apatite Maturation" Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at 2:00 pm in the Massey Auditorium. Webex Information: Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=m842da7231e1dde97a8d8c284db59d527 Meeting number: 2300 098 0997 Password: QkVdSf28hy7 Host key: 985449 Join by video system Dial 23000980997@uconnhealth.webex.com You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number. Join by phone +1-415-655-0001 US Toll Access code: 2300 098 0997 Host PIN: 5911
- 2:00 PM1hMolecular Biology and Biochemistry Ph.D. Thesis Defense: Darien CraftTitle: "A Workflow-based Approach to NMR: Capturing and Exploiting the Provenance of Derived Data to Drive Future Applications" Major Advisors: Dr. Michael Gryk and Dr. Adam Schuyler
- 2:00 PM1hWriting Workshop on Research Papers w/Dr. Stephanie DunsonSharpen your writing skills and tackle your papers with confidence! Join our faculty-led intensive workshop designed to enhance your writing skills to make your writing stand out and get ideas across effectively.
- 2:00 PM1hWriting Workshop on Research Papers w/Dr. Stephanie DunsonSharpen your writing skills and tackle your papers with confidence! Join our faculty-led intensive workshop designed to enhance your writing skills to make your writing stand out and get ideas across effectively.
- 2:30 PM1h 30mInterpersonal Group for Graduate StudentsMore info about SHaW's Group Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/)Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:+18604864705) This session is held by Carlos- Gonzalez- Martinez, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/carlos-gonzalez-martinez/) 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 Student Health and Wellness (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.
- 3:00 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:00 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jessica ThompsonImplementation of a Tobacco and Cannabis Vaping Prevention Program in a School-Based Health Center
- 3:00 PM1hDoctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jessica ThompsonImplementation of a Tobacco and Cannabis Vaping Prevention Program in a School-Based Health Center
- 3:15 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Core Conditioning (30)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:30 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Equipment OrientationsFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:30 PM1hISSS Immigration Q & A
- 3:30 PM1hInterpersonal Group for Undergraduate StudentsMore info about SHaW's Group Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/)Interpersonal Group for Undergraduate Students Undergraduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:860-486-4705). This session is held by Maritza Lugo-Stalker, (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/maritza-lugo-stalker/) 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 Student Health and Wellness (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.
- 3:30 PM1hMicroeconomics Workshop: Karthik Sastry
- 3:30 PM1h 15mMacroeconomics Seminar: Karthik Sastry
- 3:30 PM2hMCB Undergraduate Research Colloquium SESSION I3:30 Erica Lavoie, MCB Major, Advisors: Dr. Stephen Crocker and Dr. Michael Lynes The Epigenetic Regulator, Dot1L, Contributes to Neuropathology in Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy3:50 Grace Galarneau, MCB Major, Advisors: Dr. Yaowu Yuan and Dr. Jonathan Klassen Investigating the Role of B-box Proteins in STRIPY-Mediated Anthocyanin Pigmentation in Mimulus4:10 Anika Burli, MCB Major, Advisor: Dr. Joanne Conover Characterizing Astrocytes in the SVZ, RMS, and OB using Eph/Ephrin Expression4:30 Bianca Planeta, MCB & Anthropology Major, Advisor: Dr. Barbara Mellone Investigating the role of ORF1 in the transposition of the centromere-enriched retroelement G2/Jockey-34:50 Cassandra Correa, MCB Major, Advisor: Dr. Michael Lynes Characterization of Metallothioneins in Multidrug-Resistant Clinical Isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa5:10 Sean Emmet Creamer, MCB Major, Advisor: Dr. David Daggett and Dr. Beiyan Zhou Obesity induced B Cell proliferation5:30 Alexandra Carabetta, MCB & Diagnostic Genetic Sciences Major, Advisor: Dr. Lisa Nigro Go With Your Gut: The Gut and Fecal Microbiomes of the Eastern Oyster (Crassostrea virginica) 
- 3:30 PM2hUConn Softball at Boston UniversityView UConn Softball's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/softball/schedule)
- 4:00 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Equipment OrientationsFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM1hAAC Hartford Workshop: Prioritization Techniques
- 4:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – BarreFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Total Body StrengthFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM1hIZone Closed Workshop
- 4:00 PM2hPet Therapy at the Cordial Storrs HouseTake a break from your schoolwork and come spend a little time with one of the therapy dogs from Tails of Joy. Pet Therapy is known to reduce stress, anxiety and to build empathy.Please note that Pet Therapy is provided on a volunteer basis. We cannot guarantee that dogs will be present the entire time.
- 4:00 PM3hUConn Baseball at Boston CollegeView Baseball's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/baseball/schedule)
- 4:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Spring 2025 - Small Group Hybrid Fitness Training - Session 3 (Tu/Th 4:15pm) w/ KaitlynFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:30 PM1h 30mConversations in the Creases | Drop-In Zine MakingCut, paste, and reflect on the bigger picture—your studies, the world, your relationships, your culture, or just an animal you think is cute (it doesn't always have to be deep). Materials and prompts are available if you need a spark of inspiration. No pressure, just expression. Your voice belongs here. Zines are short DIY publications about niche and highly specialized topics. Historically created by and for authors, artists, activists, and marginalized communities to circumvent the gatekeepers of traditional publishers, zines are made to print and share quickly for local readers of all kinds. There are also lots of social media creators who make and share digital zines! Explore this powerful medium for learning, self-expression, advocacy, and researching cultural history.
- 4:30 PM1h 30mVisiting Scholar in Gender and History: Tithi Battacharya "Disorderly Women, Orderly Parties: Women in Revolutionary Organizations in Colonial India"
- 4:30 PM3h 30mJewish Identities and the Question of Zionism: Israelism Film Screening and DiscussionThe relationship between Jewish identity and Zionism has always been fluid, but it has seen a significant shift in recent years. Growing numbers of Jewish people are disavowing Zionism and joining the broad movement for Palestinian liberation. Far from a rejection of Jewish identity, many Jewish non-Zionists and anti-Zionists understand this stance to be an embrace of Jewish identity, values, and histories. Still, Jewish people who reject Zionism often face exclusion from established Jewish organizations, including on college campuses. "Jewish Identities and the Question of Zionism: Israelism Film Screening and Discussion," hosted by the UConn Jewish Collective and Jewish Voice for Peace - UConn, will offer a space for critical examination of the contemporary relationship between US Jewish identities and the state of Israel. The event will consist of a screening of the documentary film Israelism followed by a discussion with filmmaker Erin Axelman, Hartford Jewish Organizing Collective (HJOC), and Dr. Michael Young. The audience will be invited to engage with the content of the film and reflect on Jewish identities, their relationship with both Zionism and the movement for Palestinian liberation, and the future of non-Zionist Jewish identities and communities in Connecticut and here at UConn. Event Schedule: 4:30 - 5:00p.m. Light refreshments served in the Dodd Center Lobby. 5:00 - 6:30p.m. Israelism Screening in the Konover Auditorium. 6:30 - 7:00p.m. Light refreshments served in the Dodd Center Lobby. 7:00 - 8:00p.m. Panel Discussion in the Konover Auditorium. This event is open and accessible to all undergraduate students. This event is funded by USG, Department of Social and Critical Inquiry, and the Department of Journalism. If you require an accommodation to participate in this event please contact UConn Jewish Collective at uconnjewishcollective@gmail.com (mailto:uconnjewishcollective@gmail.com) by 4/1/25 Please RSVP for this event through UConntact (https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/10972093). This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent11147
- 5:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Dance FitFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – SpinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:00 PM1hThe Value of Connecting: An Artist TalkJoin us for a conversation on the power of connection in an artist's career. This panel will feature local artists sharing their experiences, insights, and the impact of collaboration on creative and professional growth. Whether you're an emerging artist or simply curious about the artistic journey, this discussion will offer valuable perspectives on building a thriving creative practice.
- 5:00 PM1hThe Value of Connecting: An Artist TalkJoin us for a conversation on the power of connection in an artist's career. This panel will feature local artists sharing their experiences, insights, and the impact of collaboration on creative and professional growth. Whether you're an emerging artist or simply curious about the artistic journey, this discussion will offer valuable perspectives on building a thriving creative practice.
- 5:00 PM1hUniversity Scholar Info Sessions for StudentsThe University Scholar Program (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Funiversityscholars.uconn.edu%2F&data=05%7C01%7Ckenneth.cormier%40uconn.edu%7Caa83ced3d8624376356708db39e7474d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638167437712342863%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=P5gkF7jqByAKSbOzCwRLqepljOJKFsIzHz9ELVYgxGM%3D&reserved=0) is an opportunity for motivated and academically talented students to get more from their last three undergraduate semesters. Available to students from all of the University's schools and colleges, the University Scholar Program allows students to design and pursue an in-depth research or creative project and to craft an individualized plan of study that supports their intellectual interests during their final three semesters. Students are encouraged to propose projects in all areas of interest, including fine arts, humanities, social sciences, STEM, etc.Admission to this selective program is made on the basis of an application submitted during the first semester of a student's junior year.
- 5:00 PM1h 30mIZone Closed Workshop
- 5:00 PM2hGet Seeded Demo DayThe Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (https://ccei.uconn.edu/) is pleased to present the fifth annual Get Seeded Demo Day! ​At this virtual event, five student teams from UConn CCEI's Get Seeded Program (https://ccei.uconn.edu/getseeded/) will pitch their unique concepts to a panel of alumni judges—the "Huskies" in the Husky Den. The top three teams will receive additional funding to further enhance their projects – up to $5,000! ​You're invited to join us to vote alongside the judges. This is an exclusive opportunity to see UConn's innovators in action and be part of the mentoring and cultivating of new entrepreneurs. Your vote will help teams take their vision to the next level. You'll also hear an update from Keegan Jalbert, founder of AccessFlora, who will be giving an update on his business since winning Demo Day last year. RSVP Here. (https://lu.ma/zck6m62z) ​Startups ​affirmHER An afro-textured hair care line created with safe and sustainable formulations that work to seCURE your crown.Led by Adanma Akoma. ​ChromaShield A cost-effective, smart, disposable patch with color-changing thermochromic crystals and an app-based documentation system, revolutionizing the early detection of radiation dermatitis.Led byNeha Shanavas, Haseeb Chaudhry, Suma Dendi, Ashley Hwang and Nysa Mathew. ​HealthStream Offering a non-invasive, wearable glucose monitoring device powered by AI-driven algorithms that continuously measure blood glucose levels using photoplethysmography (PPG) technology.Led by Farnoush Baghestanibarzoki and Mahdi Pirayesh Shirazi Nejad. ​Klorah An AI powered client relationship management app for freelancers and business owners designed to save them time.Led by Elvin Atwine. ​Rayzor An automated ice resurfacing machine.Led by Samuel Medina and Zane Yacoub. ​Judges ​Christina Phillips Founder, Puure (https://www.shoppuure.com/) ​Dan Faiman '03 (CLAS) CEO & Founder, Revyrie (https://www.revyrie.com/) ​Wally Namane '13 (BUS), '18 (MBA) CPO, WheelPrice (https://www.wheelprice.com/) ​Awards ​1st Place: $5,000 2nd Place: $2,500 3rd Place: $1,000 ​RSVP Here. (https://lu.ma/zck6m62z) Learn more about the UConn program at https://ccei.uconn.edu/getseeded/ (https://ccei.uconn.edu/getseeded/).
- 5:15 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Core Conditioning (30)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Human Reformer PilatesFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:15 PM1h 30mSubstance Use Prevention Peer Health EducatorsJoin SHaW's Substance Use Prevention Peer Health Educators to talk about prevention, harm-reduction, and enhancing your well-being as it relates to substance use – and to grab some free SHaW swag!Northwest Dining HallTuesday, April 15 (5:15pm-6:45pm) Substance Use Prevention Peer HealthEducators Monday, April 21 (6:30pm-8:30pm) UConn Sexperts Peer Health Educators Thursday, April 24 (6:30pm-8:30pm) UConn Sexperts Peer Health Educators Towers Dining HallFriday, April 18 (11:00am-2:00pm) Substance Use Prevention Peer Health Educators For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/alcohol-substance-support/ (http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/alcohol-substance-support/)
- 5:30 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – TRX CircuitFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:30 PM2h 30mPsychiatry Interest Group Matched 4th Year Panel
- 6:00 PM1hAAC Storrs Workshop: Prioritization Techniques
- 6:00 PM1hCLAS Dinner with the Deans and FriendsJoin the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences deans and fellow students for free food, conversation, and casual networking. Bring your questions and learn more about what the College has to offer. RSVP is recommended. (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=fqjxFyUqqk65351DkDSwgJiG8dO9Yb1No7Y2vjGQmWNUREFCV0ZORlYxQVFBRUhOVlI2T0pKRVk1TC4u) If you need an accommodation to participate, please contact clas@uconn.edu.
- 6:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – 50/50For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:00 PM2hIn-PowerIn-Power is a student-led support group dedicated to building a gender-inclusive community that welcomes victim-survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and/or intimate partner violence at any point in their healing process. Through a focus on empowerment, autonomy, and resilience, the group aims to help participants claim agency over their own stories and experiences, as well as the direction of the group. We'll be accomplishing this with a variety of discussion topics and self-care methods. If you are interested in joining the group, please reach out to facilitators at: in-power@uconn.edu (mailto:in-power@uconn.edu)
- 6:00 PM3hArete Awards/Honor Society InductionsThe Center for Fraternity and Sorority Development will facilitate this annual award ceremony to honor and celebrate student leaders for their academic achievements and contributions throughout their term. Chapter awards are distributed based on self-nomination in conjunction with chapter's performance with the chapter accreditation program for the previous year. Organization's Expectation of Excellence grades are considered in the selection process.
- 6:15 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Cardio Kickboxing (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – SpinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:30 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – BarreFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:15 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – ABC (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:15 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Dance Fit (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:30 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:45 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Human Reformer PilatesFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 8:00 PM1hUConn Concert BandPerformance by the UConn Concert Band, directed by Ricardo Brown. Student/ Military/ Children/ Faculty pick up FREE ticket at box office on site.
- 8:00 PM1hUConn Concert BandPerformance by the UConn Concert Band, directed by Ricardo Brown. Student/ Military/ Children/ Faculty pick up FREE ticket at box office on site.