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)

Do your students read the syllabus? Do you want them to? The syllabus can serve four functions: it is a contract, a source of inspiration, a blueprint, and a reference. In this presentation you will learn the purposes of a syllabus; UConn-specific syllabus requirements, resources, and templates; ways to improve your syllabus for accessibility and engagement. You are encouraged to share your questions, ideas, and experiences.August 21, 12:00-1:15Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3558 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3558)

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)

For Expectations of Excellence, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Risk Managers, and Social Chairs are required to attend Risk Prevention 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.

For Expectations of Excellence, Presidents, Vice Presidents, and EOE Chairs are required to attend EOE 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.

Reception to welcome incoming School of Public Policy students, welcome back current students, SPP faculty, and catch up with SPP Alumni. The Alumni Awards Ceremony will also be included in this year's reception.   You must pre-register at: https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cveMT9Y4a3vCG46

For Expectations of Excellence, Presidents, Vice Presidents, and New Member Educator/Intake Coordinator are required to attend New Member Education/Intake 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.

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/)