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For Expectations of Excellence, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Philanthropy Chairs, and Community Service Chairs are required to attend Philanthropy and Service training. CFSD is offering two trainings the week before classes start. You will only need to attend one of the training sessions. Please note that CFSD requires trainings be completed EVERY semester, even if the officer attended the same training in the previous semester. The training will last approximately 1 hour.

Our MSW program prepares students who are passionate about helping others to promote social, racial, and economic justice, and to advocate for improved social policies and services. Join us at this session for conversations about how you can combine your passion with a degree in social work to make change for Individuals, groups, communities and the world. 

The exhibiting artists are Marsha Borden, Helena Chastel, Kathryn Frund, Phoebe Godfrey, Hugh MacDonald, Bob Pavlik, Dan Potter, and R. Douglass Rice. Open Air 2025 is open daily and will remain on view through October 6, 2025. June 19, 2025 iis the last day to visit indoor art exhibitions. Exhibitions inside the AVS Gallery will resume on September 11, 2025

The UConn Claude D. Pepper Older Americans Independence Center (i.e., UConn Pepper Center), plans to submit an application for competitive renewal to the National Institute on Aging at NIH. At this time, the UConn Pepper Center Pilot/Exploratory Studies Core (PESC) seeks letters of intent (LOIs) for studies to be included in the application. Studies selected for inclusion in the application will be funded contingent upon continued funding of the UConn Pepper Center. We are seeking Letters of Intent (LOIs) for 1-year pilot and exploratory studies that focus on enhancing function and independence in older adults while also advancing knowledge in the UConn Pepper Center theme of Precision Gerontology, and that will support future grant applications. We welcome a variety of research approaches, ranging from biological to clinical/behavioral to health services/community-based research. Projects focusing on cognition and behavior, host defense and immunity, voiding and continence, and mobility and falls are of particular interest. For proposed studies involving human subjects research, secondary data analysis-based projects are encouraged. Projects involving primary data collection are allowed but must be sufficiently feasible to complete within 1 year. LOIs are due by September 10, 2025 Full-time UConn and JAX faculty are eligible to apply for PESC funding. Priority will be given to junior faculty/early-stage investigators as well as established investigators pursuing aging-related research (relevant to Precision Gerontology) as a new area of research. Investigators may request up to $50,000 (direct costs) for a 1-year pilot project. Those interested in submitting an LOI are strongly encouraged to contact the PESC Co-Leaders Dr. Lisa Barry (libarry@uchc.edu) Dr. Blanka Rogina (rogina@uchc.edu) and to visit the UConn Pepper Center website to learn more about the theme of Precision Gerontology and the UConn Pepper Center Research Resource Cores. https://health.uconn.edu/pepper-center/ Those seeking to apply for UConn PESC funding must submit the following by September 10, 2025: 1. A 1-page Letter of Intent (LOI) that includes:Brief description of the Specific Aims, Significance, and Approach; Statement as to how the proposed study aligns with the UConn Pepper Center theme of Precision Gerontology; Statement of how the proposed study will utilize applicable UConn Pepper Center Research Resource Cores. 2. On a separate page, a brief budget and timeline 3. NIH Biosketch for Principal Investigator. Please send LOIs to Ms. Laura Masi (masi@uchc.edu) Individuals selected to submit full proposals will be notified by the PESC Co-Leaders.

We have a calendar full of events to help you make connections and make your first few weeks on campus memorable. Join us for signature events throughout Husky WOW! Check out the full schedule: 2025 WOW Schedule | Husky WOW (https://huskywow.uconn.edu/2024-wow-schedule/)

Neurosurgery Thursday Residency Curriculum SeriesProvided by University of Connecticut School of Medicine Office of Community and Continuing Medical Education and the UConn Health Department of Neurosurgery.Speaker: Inam Kureshi, MDDate: Thursday, August 14, 2025Time: 6:00am- 7:00amLocation: UCHC/UConn ASB Conference Room & WebEx Live VirtualTarget Audience: UCHC/UConn Health faculty and affiliated faculty: Primary Care physicians, APRN's, students, residents, Neurosurgeons, PA's, any other clinicians involved in the management, care, and treatment of patients with neurosurgical needs pertaining to brain and spine disorders.Topic Title: Trauma Case  Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to):Review types of subaxial (C3-7 injuries) and treatment subaxial spine injuries. Describe sports related subaxial spine injuries, vertebral artery injuries and delayed cervical spine instability. Discuss the management guidelines for traumatic spine injuries.  Speaker Disclosure Statement: Dr. Kureshi, in their role as speaker for this educational event, has no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed. Dr. Kureshi will not be discussing the off-labeled, or investigational use of any product or device.  Accreditation: The University of Connecticut School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of Connecticut School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  Conflict of Interest Policy: All faculty members participating in CME activities provided by the University of Connecticut School of Medicine are required to disclose to the program audience any actual or apparent conflict of interest related to the content of their presentations. Program planners have an obligation to resolve any actual conflicts of interest and share with the audience any safeguards put in place to prevent commercial bias from influencing the content.Activity Director Disclosure Statement: Dr. Bulsara, as the activity director, for this educational event, has no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed.Planning Committee Disclosure Statement: Dr. Bulsara, Dr. Kureshi, and Natasha Judge as member(s) of the planning committee, for this educational event, has/have no relevant financial relationship(s) with any ineligible companies that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of the subject of this presentation that need to be disclosed.Commercial Support Statement: This CME activity has no commercial support associated with it.          Evaluations: Participants are required to complete an electronic evaluation in order to obtain CME Credits. An email from MyEvaluations.com with instructions will be sent to participants. Please complete the evaluation within 10 business days of receiving the email. If you do not receive an evaluation assignment from MyEvaluations.com within 5 business days of this activity, please contact the Department that hosted this activity (indicated above) or Natasha Judge (njudge@uchc.edu) to ensure that your MyEvaluations.com account is set up and your participation in this activity was forwarded to the CME office. All evaluations must be completed within 10 business of receiving the email evaluation assignment.

For New Students Only

The event will feature lightning talks, posters, and social activities. This will be a great way to meet the new graduate students and interact with others in the department.

Audience: faculty who currently use a rubric in their course Level: Introductory/advanced Learning objectives By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 1. Identify ways to strengthen the structure of their rubric 2. Adjust their current rubric to align with an assignment Description: This session is designed for faculty already using a rubric in their course who would like to discuss potential ways to adjust the rubric to meet their needs. Participants should bring their rubric to the session. As an open session/office hours, no presentation will be delivered. This is a hands-on review and feedback session. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3584 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3584)

ANSC MS Defense: Eswari KanikeDate: August 21, 2025Time: 10:00 AMLocation: WITE 115 (York Room)If you require an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact Dr. Mary Anne Amalaradjou at 860-486-6620 ormary_anne.amalaradjou@uconn.edu (mailto:mary_anne.amalaradjou@uconn.edu)at least 5 days in advance of the seminar

To empower instructors with the LIONS framework to better understand and address the unique challenges faced by international students, and to create more inclusive, engaging, and supportive classroom environments. Register – https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3531 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3531)

Using HuskyCT assessments effectively August 21, 11:00-12:00 Online Presenters: Martina Rosenberg & Dan Facchinetti Align HuskyCT assessment tools instructional goals course design, utility of HuskyCT's assessment tools for both formative and summative assessments.; weigh opportunities and limitations of tools to enhance student engagement, provide clear feedback, and ensure academic integrity to support diverse learners. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3560 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3560)

Our virtual infosessions are an ideal opportunity for you to learn first-hand about all of our graduate program offerings in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business, and hear from admissions representatives who can answer your questions about pursuing an accelerated or traditional path to your master's degree.

Demo and discussion of how to employ a discussion norms exercise during the first week or two of class that helps students identify the key ideas in a subject, practice thoughtful discussion protocols, and develop discussion norms. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3534 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3534)

Unlock the potential of AI to elevate your course design and development process! This webinar is designed for educators looking to seamlessly integrate Blackboard AI tools into their course design and development practice. Join us as we explore how AI can streamline course planning, enhance content creation, and support personalized learning experiences. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just getting started with AI in education, this session will provide actionable tips, real-life examples, and hands-on demonstrations to help you make the most of Blackboard's AI-powered features. Don't miss the chance to transform your approach to course design!Identify at least three features of the Blackboard AI Design Assistant that support course development and instructional design. Objectives: Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to: *Demonstrate how to use specific AI tools within Blackboard to streamline tasks such as content creation, assessment generation, and course structure planning. *Apply Blackboard AI Design Assistant features to their own course by creating or revising one course component (e.g., a syllabus item, assignment, or learning module) using recommended tools and strategies. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3533 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3533)

This is a doctoral dissertation defense in the English Department. The title of the dissertation is Nostalgic Apocalypses: Trauma, Memory, and Temporality in Contemporary American Climate Fiction.

Join us for a practical webinar on using ProctorU for your UConn courses. This session will provide general guidelines and best practices for both new and experienced users. Objectives: By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: *Determine if ProctorU is the best proctoring solution for your course.​ *Identify unique elements of ProctorU in HuskyCT and their configuration.​ *Identify steps in setting up accounts, scheduling and managing exams, handling incident reports, and escalating support requests.​ *Identify responsibilities of instructors, eCampus, and ProctorU.​ *Locate resources and support. Register – https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3532 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3532)

Starting in the upcoming Fall 2025 academic term, all academic courses will use the new Ultra Course View (UCV) of HuskyCT. This workshop will provide an overview of UCV and we will cover creating & organizing content, copying content from previous semesters, communicating with students, assessment tools, basics of the Gradebook, and other useful features.August 21, 2:00-3:00 Presenter: Yoonjeong Yoo-FoxRegister – https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3550 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3550)

For Expectations of Excellence, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Philanthropy Chairs, and Community Service Chairs are required to attend Philanthropy and Service training. CFSD is offering two trainings the week before classes start. You will only need to attend one of the training sessions. Please note that CFSD requires trainings be completed EVERY semester, even if the officer attended the same training in the previous semester. The training will last approximately 1 hour.

All faculty and staff who are teaching any course that involves writing are invited to join us. This orientation is required for all graduate students who intend to teach or assist with a W course or lab. Register for this session here: https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3461 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3461)