Join the UConn Hartford TEAS Project as we present Ramadan 101 hosted by UConn Hartford Muslim Student Association

Join us and hear about the program and learn more about how we combine academic information and theories with hands on learning. Learn more about when to apply to the major as well as the process. We will also discuss the application process and how to submit an application. The degree is an opportunity to connect knowledge and hands-on learning with your passion and social justice values to change lives, communities and the world. Join us and learn how a Bachelor of Social Work can combine knowledge and passion to lead to a fulfilling degree!

Dear UConn Hartford Faculty and Staff, We are so excited to announce that the Department of Human Resources will be visiting the Hartford Campus onWednesday, November 20, 2024. The HR Team is traveling to our regional campuses to share valuable HR-related information and to answer any questions you may have regarding HR issues, topics, or initiatives. Joining us will be:Empower Retirement Counselor – John Trifone Quantum Health - Health Enhancement Program (HEP) vendor and dedicated call center for state employee health insurance questions The HR Team will be available in the Atrium from 11:00am – 2:00pm. Please stop by to chat with us to acquaint or reacquaint yourself with our team and learn about some of the changes we have been making in Human Resources to better support employees across all campuses. We welcome questions about benefits and retirement, medical or other leaves, UCPEA career progression, engagement and wellness opportunities and events, and any other HR related topic you may wish to discuss. We look forward to seeing you soon on November 20th! Thank you, Lakeesha Brown, Chief Human Resources Officer

"Challenges and Rewards of Practicing Immigration Law in 2024: A Conversation"   Please join Attorneys Jayna Molina and Daniela Rodriguez to discuss what it is like to be an immigration lawyer, how immigration law works, and what its rewards and challenges are. The conversation will be largely driven by student questions, so come with yours!   Wednesday, November 20th, from 3-5pm in HTB 145

Registration is now open for Pretrial Justice in Connecticut, a Connecticut Sentencing Commission Symposium to be held at the UConn School of Law on Thursday, November 21st between 8:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. in Starr Hall.Featured speakers will review current pretrial release and detention policies in the state, explore best practices from other jurisdictions, and discuss reforms that promote justice, reduce disparities, and enhance community safety. Professor Sandra Mayson of the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School will deliver the keynote speech.Interested attendees are encouraged to reserve their spot by clicking on the following REGISTRATION LINK (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fqjxFyUqqk65351DkDSwgLlrxfLmXN1Pnc5qIepRw1dUQzU5QUJDU0pSMzk5SEFIRTVUUjFFMjRLSy4u&route=shorturl).Agenda8:45 am – 9:15 am: Check-in & Continental Breakfast 9:15 am – 9:30 am: Welcome & Opening Remarks 9:30 am – 10:45 am: Pretrial Landscape in Connecticut (Panel) 11:00 am – 12:15 pm: Pretrial Reform Efforts in Illinois (Panel) 12:45 pm – 1:15 pm: Lunch & Networking 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm: Pretrial Release and Detention: A Birds-Eye View (Keynote Address) 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm: Pretrial Services upon Release: Best Practices & Recent Developments (Panel) 3:00 pm– 4:15 pm: Next Steps: Advancing Pretrial Justice in Connecticut (Panel) 4:15 pm– 4:30 pm: Final Remarks The event is free for all to attend. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please contact thomas.j.dowd@uconn.edu (mailto:thomas.j.dowd@uconn.edu) with any questions.