This event is free and open to the public. Learn more about this event here (https://wp.cga.ct.gov/cwcseo/events/autismraising-awareness-at-the-capitol/).

UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered by peer health educators, the UConn Sexperts, on the UConn Storrs campus!Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a great option for students who have questions about sex and sexual health, are looking for a non-judgmental, laid-back environment to discuss a sex related concern or issue, or are interested in improving their sexual health and personal well-being. Our UConn Sexperts are trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of topics pertaining to sex, sexual health, and relationships.Mondays: 10am-1pm Tuesdays: 10am-12pm Wednesdays: 9am-6pm Thursdays: 9am-6pm Fridays: 2pm-5pm UConn Sexperts (and supervising staff) are designated confidential employees under UConn's Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy. For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts/) 

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

Students who may benefit from attending a Let's Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team (https://studentcareteam.uconn.edu/). This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/olufumilayo-sowah/)  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

This program explores the technical foundations, current capabilities, and potential trajectories of AI systems, with special emphasis on safety considerations across disciplines. Through facilitated discussions and curated resources, participants will examine how AI might transform society, the risks it poses, and how academic research can contribute to safer outcomes. Facilitators include BEACON founders and PhD candidates Aidan Kierans and Kelcey Davis, and Tina Huey, Associate Director, CETL Faculty Development. Readings for the learning community will include:How Does AI Learn? A Beginner's Guide with Examplesby Adam Jones (2024) The Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligenceby Ross Gruetzemacher and Jess Whittlestone (2022) Frontier AI: capabilities and risks – discussion paperby UK Government (2023) What failure looks likeby Paul Christiano (2019) You do not have to sign up for all the learning community meetings, but we hope you will. The next meetings will be on April 14, 21, and 28. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3435 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3435)

Doctoral Defense Title: Modeling the impact of baryonic physics on the cosmic matter distribution in CAMELS Field of Study: Astronomy Department: Physics