All Together Now is an exhibition that speaks to human experience and community. The title of the exhibition references the music hall tradition of everyone joining in singing. Artists from new London, Windham, Tolland, and Middlesex counties in Connecticut and Washington County in Rhode Island were invited to submit two dimensional artworks which were reviewed by an exhibition committee. The twenty-eight selected artworks include drawing, mixed media, textile, painting, photography, and printmaking. For All Together Now Expressiones presents ARTVenture: Journeys in Creativity and Confidence, in which they proudly showcase their young artists' creative journey, featuring children ages 8 to 12. Under the guidance of their Artists-in-Residence—Toto Fernandez, Indira Urrutia, and Marc Hors—students have explored painting, drawing, and mixed media to discover and strengthen essential life skills: self-confidence, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Each piece in the exhibition reflects their process of exploration and growth, where art becomes a tool for self-awareness and resilience. The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery and Expressiones invite you to appreciate not only the beauty of their creations but also the transformative power of art in the holistic development of children in our community. Exhibition dates: May 9 – June 1, 2025 Gallery hours: Thursday-Sunday 12 – 4 pm

Use the following link to join the WebEx meeting:https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/kab21003 (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconn-cmr.webex.com%2Fmeet%2Fkab21003&data=05%7C02%7Cmichael.melnik%40uconn.edu%7C59f901d4e55040d0695108dd8be29a65%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638820528031569660%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=skOn6%2FnGz178fbDXTYghDmZC9QEfAbLkBM3K7FcKfMc%3D&reserved=0)Committee: Saraswathi Bellur, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Major Advisor Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor Jocelyn Steinke, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate AdvisorAbstract: Sexual minorities have been found more likely to report poorer health outcomes (e.g., greater anxiety, depression, lower acceptance) and greater social media usage than their heterosexual counterparts. While it is generally accepted they utilize social media in beneficial manners, including information-seeking, following and interacting with LGBTQ+ media personae, and connecting with other LGBTQ+ individuals for social support and community connection, less is understood about the specific roles and processes behind beneficial LGBTQ+ social media usage. The goal of this dissertation was to better understand the relationship between social media usage and well-being within the LGBTQ+ community through Uses and Gratifications Theory and the Parasocial Contact Hypothesis, examining the roles of social media gratifications and parasocial relationships on reducing feelings of prejudice (societal, CH; personal, IH) and increasing online social connectedness (OSC) and positive psychological outcomes (PPO; self-acceptance and well-being). A sample of 182 sexual minority adults completed an online survey including measures of browsing/variety-seeking (BVS), parasocial interactions (PSI) and relationships (PSR), perceived similarity (SIM), CH, IH, OSC, and PPO. Both the hypothesized model and alternative model were tested via structural equation modeling. Overall, support was mixed for the hypothesized model: greater BVS predicted greater PSI, which then predicted greater SIM, which then predicted greater PSR. However, greater PSR predicted greater (as opposed to lesser) CH, which then predicted greater IH, which then predicted less OSC, while OSC did not predict PPO in any manner. More support was found for an alternative model with better statistical fit and support from the literature. The findings provide insights into LGBTQ+ social media usage and well-being, extending the Parasocial Contact Hypothesis to intrapersonal contexts, examining gratifications from Uses and Gratifications Theory 1.0 and 2.0 working together, and identifying healthy social media usage for LGBTQ+ individuals. Future work should be longitudinal and socio-demographically diverse to help better understand for whom and for when this type of social media usage is beneficial for sexual minorities. The present findings also shield light on surprising roles CH plays with PSRs and PPO, findings that should be investigated more fully in future work.

Measuring & Addressing Transportation Insecurity in Connecticut (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconn.co1.qualtrics.com%2Fjfe%2Fform%2FSV_9yMNNZ3PhqalhvU&data=05%7C02%7Cmaura.maloney%40uconn.edu%7Ced8d2ad58d0049080fea08dd7c483506%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638803371749956108%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rWq3urASlgQpcr6GNbia6JOJzy%2BVhtvSmn6MAkZjpKU%3D&reserved=0), May 22, 2025, CRCOG Offices, 1st Fl., 350 Church Street, Hartford, 12:00pm-1:30pm. Speakers:Lydia Wileden, Assistant Research Professor, UConn School of Public Policy Ben Limmer, CT Dept. of Transportation, Chief, Public Transportation Eric Harrison, United Way of Central & NE CT, President & CEO Doug Holcomb, Greater Hartford Transit District, Executive Director Senator Christine Cohen, State Senator, Branford, Durham, E. Haven, Guilford, Killingworth, Madison, Middlefield, N. Branford, Rockfall   This series is hosted by the UConn School of Public Policy and the Capitol Region Council of Governments. Lunch will be served. Parking is available in the attached parking garage. Pre-registration required at https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9yMNNZ3PhqalhvU For more information go to https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/events/ct-policy-talks/ (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpublicpolicy.uconn.edu%2Fevents%2Fct-policy-talks%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cmaura.maloney%40uconn.edu%7Ced8d2ad58d0049080fea08dd7c483506%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638803371749971488%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=HnS5aHrcAgsq2IFT13ulo38CaM%2Bl6qLrxR6R6UiHH0o%3D&reserved=0)

Abstract: Sexual minorities have been found more likely to report poorer health outcomes (e.g., greater anxiety, depression, lower acceptance) and greater social media usage than their heterosexual counterparts. While it is generally accepted they utilize social media in beneficial manners, including information-seeking, following and interacting with LGBTQ+ media personae, and connecting with other LGBTQ+ individuals for social support and community connection, less is understood about the specific roles and processes behind beneficial LGBTQ+ social media usage. The goal of this dissertation was to better understand the relationship between social media usage and well-being within the LGBTQ+ community through Uses and Gratifications Theory and the Parasocial Contact Hypothesis, examining the roles of social media gratifications and parasocial relationships on reducing feelings of prejudice (societal, CH; personal, IH) and increasing online social connectedness (OSC) and positive psychological outcomes (PPO; self-acceptance and well-being). A sample of 182 sexual minority adults completed an online survey including measures of browsing/variety-seeking (BVS), parasocial interactions (PSI) and relationships (PSR), perceived similarity (SIM), CH, IH, OSC, and PPO. Both the hypothesized model and alternative model were tested via structural equation modeling. Overall, support was mixed for the hypothesized model: greater BVS predicted greater PSI, which then predicted greater SIM, which then predicted greater PSR. However, greater PSR predicted greater (as opposed to lesser) CH, which then predicted greater IH, which then predicted less OSC, while OSC did not predict PPO in any manner. More support was found for an alternative model with better statistical fit and support from the literature. The findings provide insights into LGBTQ+ social media usage and well-being, extending the Parasocial Contact Hypothesis to intrapersonal contexts, examining gratifications from Uses and Gratifications Theory 1.0 and 2.0 working together, and identifying healthy social media usage for LGBTQ+ individuals. Future work should be longitudinal and socio-demographically diverse to help better understand for whom and for when this type of social media usage is beneficial for sexual minorities. The present findings also shield light on surprising roles CH plays with PSRs and PPO, findings that should be investigated more fully in future work.

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All who want to learn more about approaches to teaching W (writing-intensive) courses are invited. Graduate students teaching or assisting with a W course must attend. After this one, there will not be another W Orientation until August 2025. Visit this page to register and receive the link: W Teaching Orientation | Writing Center (https://writingcenter.uconn.edu/w-teaching-orientation/)

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Art exhibit highlighting creative the creative talent of UConn Health Employees from across the organization.

"Expressions in Multimedia" by Martha G. Trask "Secondary Effects" by Jeff Ostergren Join us for a reception Thursday, May 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Celeste LeWitt Gallery. (north side of the food court)Martha G. Trask is an expressive mixed media artist who happens to work in our library.Jeff Ostergren infuses his paint with actual medications to tell stories about the intertwined histories of pharmaceuticals and color.

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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence as a Business Differentiator Focus on how Agile methods and AI converge to drive innovation and competitive advantage. Explore how generative AI and other advanced AI tools are revolutionizing business models. Understand how agile practices accelerate AI integration to enhance product development and service delivery. Learn ways to leverage technology to create unique value propositions that set your organization apart. Technology Leadership for the AI Era: Strategies for Business Growth Develop leadership strategies that pivot from traditional project management to product-focused execution. Learn approaches to shift from project-based to product-based models for sustained innovation. Master techniques to identify and optimize the flow of value across digital processes. Discover strategies to enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous digital transformation. Customer Journey and AI-Driven Technology Alignment Align technology investments with customer needs using AI-driven insights to ensure products and services resonate in the market. Utilize machine learning and predictive analytics to analyze customer interactions across digital touchpoints, identifying trends and optimizing engagement strategies. Leverage natural language processing (NLP) and recommendation algorithms to deliver hyper-personalized experiences that adapt to customer behavior in real-time. Use generative AI and automation to refine product and service lifecycle strategies, ensuring continuous alignment with evolving customer needs and market demands. Team Dynamics and Value Streams to Enable Growth Explore best practices for structuring teams and designing digital infrastructures that support strategic goals by aligning team structures with value stream identification. Apply principles to design team structures that align with value streams, minimizing dependencies and maximizing value delivery. Use AI-driven analytics and process mining to identify inefficiencies in value streams, ensuring technology teams are working on the highest-impact initiatives that drive business value. Why Attend? This workshop is an opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of how technology can be harnessed to transform business strategies and operational practices. By integrating Agile methodologies with the latest in AI innovations, you will learn not only to lead digital transformations but also to optimize processes and structure teams for maximum impact. If you are committed to driving change in your organization and staying ahead in the digital age, this workshop will equip you with the strategic insights and practical tools necessary to excel. Register with the link below.

All Together Now is an exhibition that speaks to human experience and community. The title of the exhibition references the music hall tradition of everyone joining in singing. Artists from new London, Windham, Tolland, and Middlesex counties in Connecticut and Washington County in Rhode Island were invited to submit two dimensional artworks which were reviewed by an exhibition committee. The twenty-eight selected artworks include drawing, mixed media, textile, painting, photography, and printmaking. For All Together Now Expressiones presents ARTVenture: Journeys in Creativity and Confidence, in which they proudly showcase their young artists' creative journey, featuring children ages 8 to 12. Under the guidance of their Artists-in-Residence—Toto Fernandez, Indira Urrutia, and Marc Hors—students have explored painting, drawing, and mixed media to discover and strengthen essential life skills: self-confidence, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Each piece in the exhibition reflects their process of exploration and growth, where art becomes a tool for self-awareness and resilience. The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery and Expressiones invite you to appreciate not only the beauty of their creations but also the transformative power of art in the holistic development of children in our community. Exhibition dates: May 9 – June 1, 2025 Gallery hours: Thursday-Sunday 12 – 4 pm

CAM Presentation Speaker: Edwin Appiah Title: TBD  Via Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/meet/pmendes (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/meet/pmendes)

CAM Presentation Speaker: Edwin Appiah Title:  "Toward a hybrid CRM-GSMM model for modeling microbial communities" Via Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57 (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57)

Speaker: Melanie Tran, PhD Title: The Ubiquitin-Proteasome System in Kidney Disease Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to): 1. Distinguish the pathways that lead to the development of renal fibrosis. 2. Identify the importance of the ubiquitin proteasome system. 3. Review the current studies on the ubiquitin proteasome system in kidney diseases Teams Meeting ID: 254 200 582 739 0 Passcode: Ce7Gh3yM

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/).