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.

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

Two CME credits are granted for these weekly educational series presented by varying faculty. Alternating weekly the Tumor Board invites will be sent directly from the Cancer Center for one CME credit. Virtual Event: https://uchc.WebEx.com/meet/Neurosurgery (https://uchc.WebEx.com/meet/Neurosurgery)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 Surgery, Division of Neurosurgery.Speaker: Markus Bookland, MDDate: Thursday, June 19, 2025Time: 6:00am- 8:00amLocation: 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: Pediatric Spine disorders  Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to):Review skull birth defects including craniosynostosis and ecephalocele. Describe different forms of split cord malformations. Discuss the craniosynostosis neurosurgery guidelines.  Speaker Disclosure Statement: Dr. Bookland 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. Bookland will not be discussing the off-labeled, or investigational use of any product or deviceAccreditation: 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 2AMA PRA Category 2 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. Bookland, 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.

"Anticoagulation in Urologic Surgery" Provided by University of Connecticut School of Medicine Office of Community and Continuing Medical Education and Department of Surgery, Division of Urology Speaker: Joshua Altschuler, MD Date: June 19, 2025 Time: 7:30am – 8:30am Location: Zoom - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81018859753?pwd=jrEcEPbtxqFv6uSJwgYQiCauz7OAhV.1 Target Audience: Faculty, Residents, Staff – Dept. of Surgery Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to): 1. Recognize the latest recommendations for perioperative anticoagulation management put forth by the AUA 2. Gain further understanding on peri-operative risk stratification of patients who are at risk of thrombotic events 3. Identify disease processes that pose greatest risk of thrombosis Topic: Urology Grand Rounds - HH Fellow - Joshua Altschuler Time: Jun 19, 2025 07:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81018859753?pwd=jrEcEPbtxqFv6uSJwgYQiCauz7OAhV.1 Meeting ID: 810 1885 9753 Passcode: 286473 — One tap mobile +16469313860,,81018859753# US +13017158592,,81018859753# US (Washington DC) — Dial by your location • +1 646 931 3860 US • +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) • +1 305 224 1968 US • +1 309 205 3325 US • +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) • +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) • +1 386 347 5053 US • +1 507 473 4847 US • +1 564 217 2000 US • +1 669 444 9171 US • +1 689 278 1000 US • +1 719 359 4580 US • +1 720 707 2699 US (Denver) • +1 253 205 0468 US • +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) • +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) • +1 360 209 5623 US Meeting ID: 810 1885 9753 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kd3oiw8YpL Speaker Disclosure Statement: Dr. Joshua Altschuler 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. Joshua Altschuler 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. Peter Albertsen, 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. Peter Albertsen, Brooke Harnisch, Benjamin Ristau, Anne Dudley, Stuart Kesler, Aaron Turnquist and Deborah Savino, 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) 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.

The Oceanic Melville art exhibition was created in collaboration with Mary K. Bercaw Edwards, University of Connecticut Professor of English and Director of Maritime Studies, and Robert K. Wallace, Northern Kentucky University Regents Professor of English. The artworks in Oceanic Melville, which focus on Melville's novel Moby-Dick, include painting, drawing, artist books, print, and sculpture by artists from Greece, France, England, Canada, Turkey, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Ohio, and California. In genre, medium, and style, these artworks are as varied as the chapters in Melville's Moby-Dick. The artworks oscillate, as Melville's verbal aesthetic does, through all gradations from figurative to abstract. The artworks in the exhibition are on loan from the Melville Society and the Elizabeth Schultz Collection at the New Bedford Whaling Museum.Oceanic Melvilleexhibition dates: June 5 – June 19, 2025. Gallery hours are Thursday-Sunday 12-4 pm, with additional hours to view the exhibition during the conference on Monday June 16, and Tuesday June 17 also from 12-4pm.

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

This therapy group provides a supportive and confidential space for Mandarin-speaking graduate students to explore challenges related to academic stress, cultural adjustment, relationships, and personal growth. Conducted in Mandarin, the group fosters connection and understanding among peers who share similar experiences. Provider: Michelle Chen, LPC

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/).

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.

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

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

The Upward Bound/ConnCAP Field Day is a dynamic, action-packed event held during the summer program, designed to provide students with a fun and engaging way to build teamwork, develop leadership skills, and foster a sense of community. This event takes place outdoors and features a variety of physical activities, games, and challenges that encourage students to work together, stay active, and have fun. Throughout the day, participants will rotate through different stations featuring team-building games such as relay races, obstacle courses, tug-of-war, and other competitive activities. These games are not only designed to promote physical fitness, but also to help students develop important life skills such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. The focus is on participation, sportsmanship, and creating lasting memories with peers. The Field Day also provides a chance for students to take a break from academics and engage in recreational activities in a positive and supportive environment. Throughout the event, students will have the opportunity to bond with their fellow participants, make new friends, and enjoy the outdoors while staying active and engaged.

Course: In-Person Project Management Professional (PMP)Course Description: The Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification Prep course is an extensive program designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills essential for effective project management. It covers a comprehensive range of topics that form the basis of the PMP® exam content outline, from fundamental concepts like understanding what a project is, to more complex subjects such as risk, procurement, and Stakeholder management. Starting with an introduction to project management, learners will gain insights into the Project life cycle, the roles and responsibilities of a project manager, and contemporary trends in project management, including Agile considerations. The course is divided into modules that address how to create high-performing teams, initiate projects with strong governance, and execute work while keeping the team on track and maintaining a focus on the business context. Each module delves into critical areas such as scope, schedule, cost, quality, resource, communication, risk, procurement, and Stakeholder management. By understanding these facets, learners can effectively manage projects in various organizational structures and environments. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared not only to take the PMP® exam but also to apply best practices in their professional roles, ensuring that they can lead and direct projects that add value to their organizations and stakeholders.Cost: $2,295 per participantDates: Fridays & Saturdays June 20, 21, 27, 28 and July 11Times: Fridays and Saturdays 9:00am – 5:00pm (40 contact hours)Location: University of Connecticut (UConn) Stamford Campus Library, 1 University Place, Stamford, CT 06901.Schedule: Friday, June 20th, 2025 from 9:00am – 5:00pm Saturday, June 21st, 2025 from 9:00am – 5:00pm Friday, June 27th, 2025 from 9:00am – 5:00pm Saturday, June 28th, 2025 from 9:00am – 5:00pm Friday, July 11th, 2025 from 9:00am – 5:00pmInstructor: Steven M. Steven is an accomplished Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (MBB) and Program Manager with extensive experience in project management, process improvement, and strategic execution. With a career spanning government agencies and Fortune 500 companies, he specializes in program management, leading cross-functional teams, implementing enterprise-wide continuous process improvement (CPI) initiatives, and optimizing business operations. He currently serves as a Program Manager and MBB Team Lead supporting the National Guard Bureau in enhancing operational efficiency and establishing a lean culture. His previous roles include leadership positions at Intellect Solutions (DISA JSP), Calibre Systems (U.S. Army), IBM Global Business Services, Accenture, and Bombardier Aerospace, where he managed high-impact projects, business transformation initiatives, and strategic planning efforts. Steven holds certifications in Lean Six Sigma (MBB), DoD Acquisition Program Management (Level III), and Defense Financial Management. He has a strong background in data analytics, change management, project management and IT transformation, with expertise in tools like Tableau, Visio, and Minitab. He earned his B.A. in Secondary Mathematics Education from Wichita State University and completed 27 credit hours toward an MBA at Webster University/Baker University.Certifications & TrainingCertified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt (MBB) DoD Acquisition Program Management Level III Certification Certified Defense Financial Manager Strategic Management System (20 hours) Advanced Force Management Training (40 hours) Systems Thinking Training (16 hours) Lean Master Training (80 hours)  Other Information: Please bring your personal laptop and headset to each class, as the curriculum is stored in your online account. For lunch you can purchase food and beverages at our café or bookstore, explore the local eateries downtown or pack your own. The campus concourse provides ample seating. Only small snacks and drinks are allowed in the training room. Note that on Saturdays our café and bookstore are closed.

Join us on Friday, June 20th, 2025 at UConn's Waterbury campus for OLLI's Juneteenth event starting at 10:00 AM. This event is free and open to everyone. This special event features John Mills, historian and President of the Alex Breanne Corporation, which researches stories of the lives of American enslaved individuals. Mills will discuss his own family history of enslavement, his research into enslaved individuals' experiences in Connecticut, and the history of Fortune in Waterbury. The event will also provide lunch catered by Southern Tree, and music from the celebrated Ross and Bost Duo. The event is free, but space is limited. Registration is required. Please contact osher@uconn.edu for more information and details on how to register.

Target Audience: UConn Health faculty, residents, medical students, and other mental health professionals Learning Objectives: Participants will (be able to): 1. Identify the nature of substance use and related risk behaviors during the teen years 2. Describe more about existing prevention and intervention approaches for adolescent health risk behaviors 3. Describe translational approaches to inform improvements in adolescent prevention and intervention approaches Speaker Disclosure Statement: Dr. Feldstein Ewing in the 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. Feldstein Ewing 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. Gregory C. Barron 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: Drs. Feier Liu, Damion Grasso, Jessica Meyer, Surita Rao, Andrew Winokur, Kristina Zdanys, and Sharon Freeman as member(s) of the planning committee, for this educational event, 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. Dr. Beth Springate has a financial interest/arrangement with CogState and Medtronic that could be perceived as a real or apparent conflict of interest in the context of her role as planning committee member. The following safeguard(s) have been put in place to avoid the insertion of commercial bias into the content: the Activity Director determined that the financial relationship of the planner is outside the area of the content of the program. 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 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 within 5 business days of this activity, please contact the Department that hosted this activity (indicated above) to ensure that 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.

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

CAM Research in Progress Speaker: Leslie Loew Title: "Merging theory and simulations to understand reactions confined to membranes" Via Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57 (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57)