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Paintings by UConn Health employee Maggie Prado and a series of mixed media artwork by David C. Jackson at Celeste LeWitt Gallery.

Health Equity Week 2025 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/hesct.org/health-equity-week/health-equity-week-2025/__;!!ADdU39pX!Wa9g5qCZY67H02WgYWqdg_ttS7F-3lNOkxKn84aY8fIWuroFA9hksixx7L86G2Ku8Kwx6KjmiAIw_BzVVnqC$) events include:Moderated Panel Discussion hosted by Health Equity SolutionsTuesday, April 8, 2025, 11:30 amState Capitol Building, Room 310, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford This conversation will explore how health equity is being supported and advanced across various sectors, including private industry, philanthropy, healthcare systems, and maternal health. The panel, titled "A Cross-Sectional Approach to Championing Health Equity," will feature expert insights shared by:Yvonne Alston, Indelible Impressions ConsultingGreg Jones, Vice President, Community Health and Engagement, Hartford HealthcareCaprice Taylor Mendez, President, Universal Health Care Foundation The panel discussion will be immediately followed by a networking lunch. This event is open to the public, and we hope you can join us! Those interested in attending please register online (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzaK8ZBmEhu2HAshkWGHnzdniJx2jKAR3Xue549kM9_Wrk8w/viewform).  Championing Health Equity Through AdvocacyWednesday, April 9, 2025, 10:00 amParticipating attendees will convene at HES Offices: 53 Oak St, HartfordMeeting with Legislators: 11:00 am - 1:00 pmLegislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Ave, Hartford This day is designed as an opportunity to visit with individual legislators and ask for their support towards bills concerning hospital financial assistance and Medicaid reimbursement rates for Community Health Workers. It is a great way to experience firsthand the work HES does to ensure equity is centered in the policies that impact the lives of CT residents. To join, please register online (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBvAodd8MN3qRmgmbisBbiov3Rs-COCj6i5y1rqfjZvS7QJQ/viewform).   Championing Health Equity Through EducationThursday, April 10, 2025Virtual Education sessions:5:00 pm: Know Your Immigration Rights 7:00 pm: Know Your Rights as a Patient These discussions will be led and hosted in collaboration with the Health Equity for the People by the People (HEPxP) coalition. All are welcome!To join, please register online (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF-qhIaprsMfcGm0rxLQ1ChwlPN9vDg9qbRiHD_ly_463fug/viewform).  Championing Health Equity in the CommunityCommunity DaySaturday, April 12, 2025, 12:00 - 4:00 pmShiloh Baptist Church, 346 Butternut St, Middletown, CT Community Day is designed as a health and resource fair for the community and will include health screenings, tabling, wellness sessions, food, and family fun. Interested attendees can register online. (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEbc7IpsX-pp2h3OEIvXyPJJ2z2KVHs3h-FIgD7jOT6fvbTg/viewform)UConn Health Disparities Institute is a proud sponsor of the event.   Learn more about Health Equity Week and its events (https://hesct.org/health-equity-week/health-equity-week-2025/). 

Instructor: Kenya Rutland, Principal & Chief Enthusiasm Officer, KJR Consultants Creating an inclusive environment is about fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered. This full-day session is designed to help participants navigate the complexities of building an inclusive workforce. Participants will define the business case for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), learn strategies to address and manage backlash, and understand the generational dynamics shaping the workforce. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, participants will gain the tools and insights needed to integrate DEIB into their organizational processes effectively, ensuring a more inclusive and supportive workplace for all.Learning Objectives:Establishing the Business Case for DEIB: - Expanding the definition beyond identity. - Learn how to communicate the benefits of an inclusive workplace to stakeholders, emphasizing innovation, employee engagement, and business performance.Navigate and Manage Backlash: - Identify common forms of backlash against DEIB initiatives and understand the underlying causes. - Develop strategies to address and mitigate resistance, fostering a constructive dialogue about the importance of DEIB.Create an Inclusive Workforce Culture: - Exploring workplace dynamics across generational groups to address the expectations and values of various age groups. - Introduce the "Working Genius" model and the six types of work. - Introduce strategies for incorporating these dimensions within your team and how work gets done.Incorporating DEIB into Your Work - Understand how to seamlessly integrate DEIB practices into daily organizational processes, including decision-making, communication, and team dynamics to foster a more inclusive and equitable work environment. This session will provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to champion DEIB in their organizations, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive and contribute to shared success. You must register at https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/collaborative/ (https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/collaborative/)  by April 4, 2025

This is a competition that involves 6 rounds total. Prelim 1 is from April 6-8 and round 2 is from April 10-12. Quarters is April 14th, Semis is April 15th, and finals are April 17th. The goal is for all rounds to be in person throughout the library study rooms with the final happening in Davis with a Reception in Starr Reading Room. The goal is to expose students to different scenarios within the sports and entertainment law field and allow them to build their practical negotiation skills through simulated experience.

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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/).

Title: Advancing the Understanding of Pyrrhotite-Induced Concrete Deterioration: A Multiscale Approach based on WDXRF Analysis to Develop a Risk Assessment Framework Field of study: Civil Engineering/ Structural Engineering My research explores pyrrhotite-induced concrete deterioration, a pressing issue affecting residential foundations in Connecticut, Massachusetts and worldwide. During the defense, I will present my findings and answer any questions from the committee and attendees.

Title: Advancing the Understanding of Pyrrhotite-Induced Concrete Deterioration: A Multiscale Approach based on WDXRF Analysis to Develop a Risk Assessment Framework Field of study: Civil Engineering/ Structural Engineering My research explores pyrrhotite-induced concrete deterioration, a pressing issue affecting residential foundations in Connecticut, Massachusetts and worldwide. During the defense, I will present my findings and answer any questions from the committee and attendees.

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The Promotion, Tenure & Reappointment (PTR) program for TT faculty will begin in a group session with the Provost's Office outlining PTR procedures at UConn. This large meeting will be followed by breakout sessions for participating schools/colleges led by Deans or their designees outlining the nuances of the PTR process specific to each school/college.

A workshop of the Land Use Academy (https://clear.uconn.edu/lua/) at UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR) (https://clear.uconn.edu)Presented by: Emily Wilson and Bertotti , UConn CLEAR This training is most helpful to newly appointed or elected Land Use Commissioners. It will cover 2.5 general commissioner training hours under the CGS 8-4c (Fair and Affordable Housing hour will NOT be covered). Description: The first part will focus on "Fundamentals of Site Plan Reading." This training is recommended for Land Use Commissioners with no prior experience in site plan reading. The class will assist commissioners in developing essential plan reading skills, including the comprehension of scale, topography, hydrology, and stormwater. The session will utilize practical exercises involving real-world site plans, enabling participants to translate plan information into practical ground-level observations. The second part will introduce and demonstrate CT ECO (https://cteco.uconn.edu/. ( target=) Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcteco.uconn.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cdonna.dione%40uconn.edu%7C4f91baa56db9464f59c408dd66310f96%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638779083080897213%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TupYJLVyopJ2T7CqwVUByUL%2FVDAsv2n7jsXbvgUXA7I%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://cteco.uconn.edu/), an interactive online map viewer. The Advanced Map Viewer will be the primary focus of this demonstration. The presentation will guide participants through locating parcels or areas of interest and highlighting relevant data layers. It will also provide hands-on guidance on utilizing the viewers effectively. Complimentary breakfast included. Cost $30Register (https://secure.touchnet.com/C21646_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5920)

A workshop of the Land Use Academy (https://clear.uconn.edu/lua/) at UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR) (https://clear.uconn.edu)Presented by: Emily Wilson and Bertotti , UConn CLEAR This training is most helpful to newly appointed or elected Land Use Commissioners. It will cover 2.5 general commissioner training hours under the CGS 8-4c (Fair and Affordable Housing hour will NOT be covered). Description: The first part will focus on "Fundamentals of Site Plan Reading." This training is recommended for Land Use Commissioners with no prior experience in site plan reading. The class will assist commissioners in developing essential plan reading skills, including the comprehension of scale, topography, hydrology, and stormwater. The session will utilize practical exercises involving real-world site plans, enabling participants to translate plan information into practical ground-level observations. The second part will introduce and demonstrate CT ECO (https://cteco.uconn.edu/ (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcteco.uconn.edu%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cdonna.dione%40uconn.edu%7C4f91baa56db9464f59c408dd66310f96%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638779083080897213%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TupYJLVyopJ2T7CqwVUByUL%2FVDAsv2n7jsXbvgUXA7I%3D&reserved=0)), an interactive online map viewer. The Advanced Map Viewer will be the primary focus of this demonstration. The presentation will guide participants through locating parcels or areas of interest and highlighting relevant data layers. It will also provide hands-on guidance on utilizing the viewers effectively. Complimentary breakfast included. Cost $30Register (https://secure.touchnet.com/C21646_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5920)

UConn Law's Annual Earth Day Conference 2025 asks the question, "What is the future of environmental policy in a changing legal environment?" Join an array of legal, scientific, and policy experts to discuss the future of climate science, federal and state policy, and, of course, the law. Where do we go from here on a planet worth fighting for?Our conference convenes policymakers, regulators, scientists, scholars, and activists across disciplines, across states, and across nations to chart our course forward. The panels will analyze obstacles and emphasize opportunities for action and optimism in the coming years. The Conference will feature a multi-media exhibit where students, artists, and other members of the community can share pieces that inspire them to action.  8:15 AM - Registration begins8:45 AM - Welcome and Opening RemarksDean Eboni Nelson (https://law.uconn.edu/person/eboni-s-nelson-2/)Professor Joseph MacDougald (https://law.uconn.edu/person/joseph-a-macdougald/)Brynn Furey 9:00 AM - Keynote byRobert Percival Keynote speaker Robert Percival, leading scholar and professor in environmental law, will deliver his address entitled "Checks Without Balance: Can Environmental Law Survive the Trump Administration? Percival will offer his perspective on the current moment in environmental policy, highlighting where we have been and sharing a vision for the future. 9:50 AM - Panel #1:Climate Change and Gun Policy: Hard Problems & the Law After Loper Bright Climate change and gun policy represent two of the hardest problems that agencies and experts face. Recent Supreme Court cases, from Loper Bright to Cargill, have created doubt about the utility of agencies in dealing with challenging issues. The experts on this panel will tackle those issues. Speakers:Jennifer Dineen (https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/person/jennifer-dineen/)Michael Fitzpatrick (https://www.brunswickgroup.com/michael-fitzpatrick-i25155/)Josh Galperin (https://www.pace.edu/profile/josh-galperin)Douglas Letter (https://www.bradyunited.org/about-us/our-team/brady-leadership/douglas-letter)Tanya Schardt (https://www.bradyunited.org/about-us/our-team/experts/tanya-schardt) Moderator: Professor Joseph MacDougald (https://law.uconn.edu/person/joseph-a-macdougald/#:~:text=Biography-,Joseph%20A.,the%20Energy%20%26%20Environmental%20Law%20Society.)   11:10 AM - BREAK   11:20 AM - Keynote byDelta Merner Keynote speaker Delta Merner, a lead scientist at the Union of Concerned Scientists, will provide an update on current climate science and share how this science affects policy and the law. She will offer attendees a scientific and technical understanding of where we are and where we are headed.   11:45 AM - Panel #2:International Environmental Policy in a Time of Political Change The third panel will analyze obstacles and opportunities for the United States to support international environmental policy. Speakers will look beyond the Paris Climate Agreement to explore ways we can stay involved in environmental policy across nations. Speakers:David Azoulay (https://www.ciel.org/about-us/ciel-staff/david-azoulay/)Stacy VanDeveer (https://www.umb.edu/directory/stacyvandeveer/)Delta Merner (https://www.ucsusa.org/about/people/delta-merner) Moderator: Paschaline Poku (https://law.uconn.edu/person/paschaline-poku/)   12:45 PM - LUNCH 1:30 PM - Keynote by CT DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes (https://portal.ct.gov/deep/about/commissioner/commissioner-katie-dykes---biography) Katie Dykes, the Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, will share her perspective on Connecticut policy and regulation in a changing legal environment.   2:00 PM - Panel #3:State Responses to a Changing Federal Landscape The final panel will chart obstacles and opportunities at the state level, looking for a path forward. Speakers will discuss policymaker and activist work in Connecticut and beyond.  Speakers:Denise Stranko (https://www.savethesound.org/about-us/our-staff/denise-stranko)Ethan Elkind (https://www.law.berkeley.edu/research/clee/about/people/ethan-elkind/) Moderator: Denise Stranko (https://www.savethesound.org/about-us/our-staff/denise-stranko)   3:00 PM - Closing remarks and ice cream social  If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Law School at 860-570-5079 or via email at law.studentservices@uconn.edu at least two weeks in advance.

UConn Law's Annual Earth Day Conference 2025 asks the question, "What is the future of environmental policy in a changing legal environment?" Join an array of legal, scientific, and policy experts to discuss the future of climate science, federal and state policy, and, of course, the law. Where do we go from here on a planet worth fighting for?Our conference convenes policymakers, regulators, scientists, scholars, and activists across disciplines, across states, and across nations to chart our course forward. The panels will analyze obstacles and emphasize opportunities for action and optimism in the coming years. The Conference will feature a multi-media exhibit where students, artists, and other members of the community can share pieces that inspire them to action.  8:15 AM - Registration begins8:45 AM - Welcome and Opening Remarks 9:00 AM - Keynote byRobert Percival Keynote speaker Robert Percival, leading scholar and professor in environmental law, will offer his perspective on the current moment in environmental policy, highlighting where we have been and sharing a vision for the future. 9:50 AM - Panel #1:Climate Change and Gun Policy: Hard Problems & the Law After Loper Bright Climate change and gun policy represent two of the hardest problems that agencies and experts face. Recent Supreme Court cases, from Loper Bright to Cargill, have created doubt about the utility of agencies in dealing with challenging issues. The experts on this panel will tackle those issues. Speakers:Jennifer Dineen (https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/person/jennifer-dineen/)Michael Fitzpatrick (https://www.brunswickgroup.com/michael-fitzpatrick-i25155/)Josh Galperin (https://www.pace.edu/profile/josh-galperin)Douglas Letter (https://www.bradyunited.org/about-us/our-team/brady-leadership/douglas-letter)Tanya Schardt (https://www.bradyunited.org/about-us/our-team/experts/tanya-schardt) Moderator: Professor Joseph MacDougald (https://law.uconn.edu/person/joseph-a-macdougald/#:~:text=Biography-,Joseph%20A.,the%20Energy%20%26%20Environmental%20Law%20Society.)   11:10 AM - BREAK   11:20 AM - Keynote byDelta Merner Keynote speaker Delta Merner, a lead scientist at the Union of Concerned Scientists, will provide an update on current climate science and share how this science affects policy and the law. She will offer attendees a scientific and technical understanding of where we are and where we are headed.   11:45 AM - Panel #2:International Environmental Policy in a Time of Political Change The third panel will analyze obstacles and opportunities for the United States to support international environmental policy. Speakers will look beyond the Paris Climate Agreement to explore ways we can stay involved in environmental policy across nations. Speakers:David Azoulay (https://www.ciel.org/about-us/ciel-staff/david-azoulay/)Stacy VanDeveer (https://www.umb.edu/directory/stacyvandeveer/)Delta Merner (https://www.ucsusa.org/about/people/delta-merner) Moderator: Paschaline Poku (https://law.uconn.edu/person/paschaline-poku/)   12:45 PM - LUNCH   1:30 PM - Panel #3:State Responses to a Changing Federal Landscape The final panel will chart obstacles and opportunities at the state level, looking for a path forward. Speakers will discuss policymaker and activist work in Connecticut and beyond. We will begin with introductory comments from Katie Dykes, the Commissioner of the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Speakers:CT DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes (https://portal.ct.gov/deep/about/commissioner/commissioner-katie-dykes---biography)Denise Stranko (https://www.savethesound.org/about-us/our-staff/denise-stranko)Michael Myers (https://www.pli.edu/faculty/michael-j.-myers-i918908)Ethan Elkind (https://www.law.berkeley.edu/research/clee/about/people/ethan-elkind/) Moderator: Denise Stranko (https://www.savethesound.org/about-us/our-staff/denise-stranko)   3:00 PM - Closing remarks and ice cream social  If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the Law School at 860-570-5079 or via email at law.studentservices@uconn.edu at least two weeks in advance.

Join us for "Filing with VITA: Your Path to Refunds", a free tax filing event designed to help you file your taxes accurately and on time. Whether you're filing for the first time or need assistance, our dedicated team of IRS-certified volunteers will guide you through the process. This event is open to students and their families with low to moderate incomes. We provide expert assistance with tax preparation, answer your questions, and ensure your return is filed correctly. Plus, we'll help you explore all available credits and deductions.

A systematic design construction and analysis for cost-efficient order-of-addition experiment  Presented byFrederick Kin Hing Phoa, Research Fellow, Institute of Statistical Science, Academia Sinica, Taipei, TaiwanJoint work with Jing-Wen Huang, Institute of Statistics, National Tsing Hua University, Hsinchu, TaiwanMeeting Link: Link (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m8e43b484bd41bc0afb9fb4e4565076a3)Date: Friday, April 11, 2025, 10:00 AM, AUST 340Coffee will be served at 9:30 in the Noether Lounge (AUST 326)Abstract: In this work, we propose a systematic design construction method for cost-efficient order-of-addition (OofA) experiments, and its corresponding statistical models for analyzing experimental results. In specific, our designs take the effects of two successive treatments into consideration. Each pair of level settings from two different factors in our design matrix appears exactly once to achieve cost-efficiency. Compared to designs in recent studies of OofA experiments, our design is capable of conducting experiments of one or more factors, so practitioners can insert a placebo, or choose different doses as level settings when our design is used as their experimental plans. We show an experimental analysis based on our design results in better performance than those based on the minimal-point design and Bayesian D-optimal design with the pairwise-order modeling in terms of identifying the optimal order.Bio: Frederick Kin Hing Phoa is a research fellow of Institute of Statistical Science at Academia Sinica (ISSAS) in Taiwan. He has been with ISSAS since 2009, after his graduation from University of California at Los Angeles in USA. He is also appointed as adjunct professors in National Taiwan University, National Central University and National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan. His research areas of interest include design and analysis of experiments; methods of variable selection; network data analysis; nature-inspired metaheuristics optimization; scientometrics; hierarchical time series analysis; data visualization; and environmental statistics; and many others. Dr. Phoa has published scientific articles in statistical research journals including The Annals of Statistics, Statistica Sinica, Technometrics, and in interdisciplinary and computing research journals including Scientific Reports, Physical Review B, Physica A, Network Science, Chemometrics, Swarm and Evolutionary Optimization. Dr. Phoa is the recipient of Career Development Award (Academia Sinica) (2014), Ta-You Wu Award (MOST Young Researcher Award) (2015), Best Paper Award at World Congress of Engineering (2015), Outstanding Research Award (MOST) (2018), Outstanding Scholar Award (Foundation for the Advancement of Outstanding Scholarship) (2020), and Investigator Award (Academia Sinica) (2022). Dr. Phoa served as principal investigators in several international joint projects with UK, Japan, Germany, Singapore, China, etc. In addition to rich experience in organizing conference sessions, he was also the conference organizers of four CEDAs (2014, 2016, 2018, 2023), three ISM-ISI-ISSAS Joint Conferences (2022, 2023, 2024), and two Research Metrics Workshops (2023, 2025).

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The academic program assessment fellows are offering open sessions to assist academic program leaders and faculty to create their program assessment reports. Rather than a training session, this session with serve as group office hours with the fellows so they can assist you by answer questions and assist you with your annual assessment report. Whether you are seeking help with data gathering and analyzing data, writing effective reports, or developing thoughtful and implementable reflections, the fellows are available to help drive continuous improvement in your academic programs.Friday, April 11, 10:30 – 11:30 Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3280 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3280)

Abstract: We study flexibility of the weak solutions to the Monge-Ampere system via convex integration. This new system of PDEs is an extension of the Monge-Ampere equation, naturally arising from the prescribed curvature problem, and closely related to the classical problem of isometric immersions, as well as appearing in the Gamma-limit of the dimensionally reduced non-Euclidean elastic energies. 

More info about SHaW's Group Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/) Maternal Health Group This support group for pregnant and parenting students is designed to provide education and support around the transition to parenthood and navigating the stress of higher education. This group will be co-facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker and an APRN. Specific topics to be discussed include exploring transitions to parenthood, discussing mental health concerns, promoting healthy sleep habits, attachment and bonding, creating healthy work/school/life balance, and many others. Students are encouraged to come as they are and should feel comfortable to bring their babies/children along! To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700. (tel:860-486-4705) This session is held by Natasha Welz, LCSW and Carly Odesina, APRN   For many concerns that students face – like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles, and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.

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/). Providers rotate weekly on Fridays! Check out more of our mental health providers here (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/staff-directory/?&group=MENTAL%20HEALTH%20PROVIDERS).  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Thomas MarchittoUniversity of ColoradoTaking the temperature of the deep sea during the geologic past There is a long history of using geochemical 'proxies' in biogenic marine carbonates to quantitatively reconstruct past ocean temperatures. However, precise measures of deep sea temperature, which are useful for probing such phenomena as the thermohaline circulation, ocean carbon sequestration, and global ice volume, have been elusive. This is because most proxies respond to additional variables beyond temperature, including both environmental and biological ('vital') factors. I will share recent advances in understanding why a relatively new approach, based on the ratio between magnesium and lithium in biogenic carbonates, is apparently immune to vital effects, thereby providing a precise paleothermometer for the deep ocean.Host: Dave LundTime & Date: 11:00 am, Friday, April 11, 2025Place: Lowell Weicker Building, Seminar Room 103 (or Webex)Request Seminar InformationCancellation & Additional Seminar Details (https://marinesciences.uconn.edu/seminar/seminar1253/)If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodations, please contact 860-405-9152 (tel:+18604059152) or email marinesciencesseminars@uconn.edu (mailto:marinesciencesseminars@uconn.edu).  This is an Honors Event.* See tags below for categories. #UHLevent11060*This UHL Event # may only be used a maximum of three times for the purposes of meeting the requirements of the Honors Laureate.

Name: Yesim Orhun (https://michiganross.umich.edu/faculty-research/faculty/yesim-orhun) Institution: University of Michigan Topic: Schedules, Effort, and Income: Revisiting Taxi Drivers' Labor Supply Decisions

Vasily Dolgushev (Temple University) will speak on Exploration of Grothendieck-Teichmueller (GT) shadowsAbstract: In 1990, V. Drinfeld introduced the Grothendieck-Teichmueller group \({m GT}\). This mysterious group receives a homomorphism from the absolute Galois group \(G_{\mathbb Q}\) of rational numbers, and this homomorphism is injective due to Belyi's theorem. Grothendieck-Teichmueller (GT) shadows may be thought of as approximations of elements of the group \({m GT}\). They are morphisms of a groupoid whose objects are certain finite index normal subgroups of the Artin braid group. Exploration of the groupoid of GT-shadows is motivated by very hard open problems that include Y. Ihara's question about the surjectivity of the homomorphism from \(G_{\mathbb Q}\) to \({m GT}\). In my talk, I will introduce the groupoid of GT-shadows and describe its relation to the group \({m GT}\). I will also present promising results and formulate selected open problems. My talk is loosely based on papers written jointly with I. Bortnovskyi, J.J. Guynee, B. Holikov and V. Pashkovskyi.

This workshop explores how AI can be a powerful tool for both faculty and students in higher education. From a faculty perspective, we will explore how AI can be a valuable tool for streamlining both teaching and administrative tasks. Faculty will learn practical ways to use AI for course planning, content creation, student engagement, and everyday workload management From a student perspective, we will explore how AI is being used as a learning aid, supporting study strategies, problem-solving, and skill development. The session will include practical demonstrations of AI tools, along with insights from students on how they leverage AI in their academic work. Faculty will gain a well-rounded understanding of AI's role in education. Workshop Objectives:Real-World Insights: See AI demonstrations and hear student experiences. Learn how AI enhances teaching and learning. Discover AI tools for course planning and student engagement. Gain perspectives from 3 students on using AI in academic work. Register -https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3430

Ph.D. Candidate in Philosophy "Pre-Reflective Self-Consciousness and Origins of Rationality"

Ph.D. Candidate in Philosophy "Pre-Reflective Self-Consciousness and Origins of Rationality"

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CAM Journal Club Speaker: Rudradeep Mukherjee Title: "Integrator endonuclease drives promoter-proximal termination at all RNA polymerase II-transcribed loci"https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36309014/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36309014/) Via Webex:https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57 (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57)

CAM Presentation Speaker: Dr. Yi Wu Title: TBD  Via Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/meet/pmendes (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/meet/pmendes)

Dr. Andy is holding a town hall along with several members of his leadership team. Please send your questions to thquestion@uchc.edu (mailto:thquestion@uchc.edu).

Fridays 4/4-4/25 from 12-1:15pm via Teams This introductory class teaches practical skills to manage stress and enhance overall wellbeing. The small group format creates a supportive environment where you can create a habit of using the skills on a regular basis. Students who complete the class report feeling less stressed, more mindful, experience less self-judgment and sleep better! (It's also a great resume builder!) Pre-registration is required by April 3rd as space is limited.Register at s.uconn.edu/mindful4425 (http://s.uconn.edu/mindful4425) for this weekly ONLINE FRIDAY class. All UConn students are welcome.This is an Honors Event. See below for UHL # Information.* See tags below for category information. *The Mindfulness Basics class is offered 4 times during the Spring 2025 semester. Each version is weekly for 4 weeks. While you are strongly encouraged to attend the full 4-week class, you can receive Honors Event credit for a single class, according to the following:Class 1 = #UHLevent11019Class 2 = #UHLevent11020Class 3 = #UHLevent11021Class 4 = #UHLevent11022 You may not receive Honors Event credit for going to the same class twice.

The Dissertation Defense of Breana Bietsch will be held at the Hartford Times building on the Hartford campus in a hybrid format from 12pm- 2pm on Friday April 11th.

The Dissertation Defense of Breana Bietsch will be held at the Hartford Times building on the Hartford campus in a hybrid format from 12pm- 2pm on Friday April 11th.

Harmony of Nature II: Waves is an international and experimental collaboration that connects audiences with nature by transforming environmental data into classical music. The exhibition is a multimedia experience of musical compositions, video, and documentary objects. Musical compositions of wavelike gestures were derived from tide gauge observations of sea level rise along the coast of the Long Island Sound, buoy measurements of the propagation of a tsunami across the Pacific Ocean, and mathematical expressions. The specific datasets chosen are direct observations, rather than model projections, and the music expresses the nuances of the flow of nature. Harmony of Nature II: Waves emphasizes the portrayal of physical phenomenon as a generative force, to create music that is both artistically and scientifically communicative.   The works were created by the project's trio of members, acclaimed South Korean pianist Sophy Chung, oceanographer Molly M. James, and composer, computer scientist Max Lu.Harmony of Nature II: Waves received support from Connecticut Sea Grant Arts Support Awards Program.

Jacqueline Jones, influenced by the American Impressionists of the Old Lyme Art Colony, presents plein air and studio paintings of dynamic beauty. Her lively brushwork captures the fleeting effects of sunlight, subtle atmospheres of color, and the power of the tides along New England coastlines. Mary Temple's daily Coastal Sunrise paintings represent her experience of one view off the coast of Maine. Each painting, through intensity of color and a muscular application of thick oil paint, creates a maximal experience for the viewer which is surprisingly inventive and deeply satisfying. The exhibition will be on view alongside the concurrent exhibition Harmony of Nature II: Waves Exhibition dates: April 2- May 4. Reception: April 2, 5:30-7:30 pm. Hours: Th-Sun. 12-4 pm

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

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Host: Andrew Simmons & Joseph HowardLocation: YNG 132 When: Friday April 11th 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Webex Link:s.uconn.edu/psla_seminars (http://s.uconn.edu/psla_seminars)   Alvaro Pantoja-Benavides - Gray Water Footprint of Irrigation and Fertilization Practices in Production of Petunias in Greenhouses Join us as Alvaro Pantoja-Benavides, Ph.D. candidate and graduate research assistant currently pursuing a degree in Plant Science in Dr. Rosa Raudales's lab. Greenhouse irrigation typically relies on timed programs or visual assessments of plant water status, which could lead to overirrigation, resulting in excessive leaching and runoff. Agricultural runoff can contaminate surface and groundwater through the accumulation of nitrate-nitrogen (NO3-N) and phosphate-phosphorus (PO4-P). The gray water footprint (GWF) refers to the volume of freshwater required to dilute pollutants to achieve target water quality standards. GWF is an indicator that can be used to compare the environmental impact of agricultural practices, such as irrigation and fertilization. This talk will report the findings of research where we compared the GWF, plant growth NO3-N, and PO4-P concentration in the leachate of Petunia milliflora F1 (Picobella Pink) under a combination of three irrigation methods (overhead, drip, or subirrigation) with two controlled release fertilizers rates (CRF, Osmocote 15-9-12). AbdAlla Saleh - Quantifying fungal soilborne pathogen proliferation in response to nitrogen fertilization using digital droplet-based PCR  AbdAlla is a second-year graduate research assistant in Dr. Everhart's lab at the University of Connecticut. This talk will highlight the current project's idea of whether there is a dose-dependent relationship between nitrogen application and the quantity of fungal pathogens by using a digital-droplet PCR. Nitrogen is a fundamental element for plant growth, and its availability in soil is a key indicator of fertility. Uneven nitrogen distribution can lead to nutrient imbalances, alter soil properties, and disrupt microbial diversity, creating conditions that, in some cases, have been shown to favor the proliferation of soilborne pathogens. The relationship between nitrogen fertilization and soilborne pathogen dynamics remains poorly understood, and while modern diagnostic technologies (e.g., sensor-based systems and qPCR) offer promising solutions, their limited specificity can complicate the differentiation between pathogens, non-pathogenic microbes, and environmental stressors.

Let's face it, disjoint unions are boring. Wouldn't it be great if there were an interesting way to glue two topological spaces together that isn't just sticking them side by side? This is precisely what the construction of Artin gluing offers us. Namely, if we have two topological spaces $$U$$ and $$K$$ (and just a teensy tiny bit more information), we can "glue" them together to form a new topological space with $$U$$ as an open subspace and $$K$$ as its closed complement. In this talk, we will derive this construction from first principles with the help of a number of funny-looking blob-shaped diagrams. We'll then discuss how this construction lifts to the level of abelian and triangulated categories, where we're allowed to say the French word "recollement" (literally "the act of reattaching") instead. Time permitting, we'll finally look at a specific family of recollements living out in the representation-theoretic wild.

Katherine FleckErceg Lab (https://erceg.lab.uconn.edu/)Novel gene evolution and 3D chromatin organizationCamille PearceHeaslip Lab (https://heaslip.lab.uconn.edu/) A Novel Golgin-like Protein is Required for Golgi Structure and Function in Toxoplasma gondii

Learn how to set up or update your Handshake page. Learn how to utilize Handshake to connect with employers and find jobs/internships. Most Fridays on Webex:https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/dem19009 (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconn-cmr.webex.com%2Fmeet%2Fdem19009&data=05%7C02%7Ctricia.cannizzaro%40uconn.edu%7C5a4e6561ec654eba8b2408dd359efd92%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638725679145439374%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vUoPYdSisFarAoOK%2BgF%2B9241HUX2UwnPsXhDCoSTrVg%3D&reserved=0)

Doctoral Dissertation Defense of Roxanne Lebenzon, Department of Anthropology. Title: Ungulate body size and shape variability in Southwest Asia during the Pleistocene-Holocene Transition. Also streamed via WebEx : https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/rml17002 (Meeting Number and Access Code: 610 194 568).

Doctoral Dissertation Defense of Roxanne Lebenzon, Department of Anthropology. Title: Ungulate body size and shape variability in Southwest Asia during the Pleistocene-Holocene Transition. Also streamed via WebEx : https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/rml17002 (Meeting Number and Access Code: 610 194 568).

Dissertation Proposal: Weight Stigma in the Digital Age: A Cross-Platform Analysis of Social Media DiscourseDiscipline: Human Development and Family Sciences

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Teams of graduate and undergraduate students will present on a variety of reality-based actuarial science and risk management case study scenarios provided to them by industry partners of UConn Goldenson Center. Presentations to industry representatives are then given by each of the teams with the winning teams chosen by the industry representatives themselves.

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 Graciela Quinones-Rodriguez, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/graciela-quinones-rodriguez/)  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions. Please call to schedule an online timeslot and to receive the link.

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This event has been organized as a part of my Ph.D. thesis defense.

This event has been organized as a part of my Ph.D. thesis defense.

Field-application of pXRF in urban soils to inform soil management decisions and environmental justice. Doctoral dissertation defense in Environmental Engineering. Analysis of trace metal content in soils across Hartford, CT to determine whether pXRF can be used in the field for screening purposes of urban plots set for community reuse. Application of pXRF for residential soils in Hartford, CT and Mansfield, CT to compare urban and rural soil lead levels, and inform environmental justice perspectives for Connecticut.

Field-application of pXRF in urban soils to inform soil management decisions and environmental justice. Doctoral dissertation defense in Environmental Engineering. Analysis of trace metal content in soils across Hartford, CT to determine whether pXRF can be used in the field for screening purposes of urban plots set for community reuse. Application of pXRF for residential soils in Hartford, CT and Mansfield, CT to compare urban and rural soil lead levels, and inform environmental justice perspectives for Connecticut.

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

More info about SHaW's Group Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/)Families with Addiction This group is for students who are or have been deeply affected by having parent(s) or sibling(s) struggling with addictions. May also consider situations where the family member's primary issue is a severe psychiatric disorder, but that substance use is also present. To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:+18604864705) This session is held by Jonathan Beazley, LMFT, SW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/jonathan-beazley/) For many concerns that students face – like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by Student Health and Wellness (SHaW) counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles, and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.

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/) 

As part of Graduate Student Appreciation Week, we're hosting an Ice Cream Social & Listening Hour this Thursday, April 11, from 2:30–4:00 PM in the ITE Lobby—a chance for grad students to enjoy sweet treats while sharing their thoughts in a relaxed setting. We'd love for you to stop by, connect with students, and celebrate their contributions! Hope to see you there.

Dr. Rebecca Larson, Rochester Institute of TechnologyAdvancements in Exploring the Early Universe: Unlocking the Mysteries of Galaxies During the Reionization Era The history of galaxies in the early Universe remains substantially unknown. The mystery surrounding these galaxies is primarily a result of the epoch in which they existed. During the epoch of reionization (z>6), the Universe experienced its last major phase change, where the neutral gas permeating the intergalactic medium [IGM] became ionized. Light emitted from early galaxies was often blocked by this neutral gas (or "cosmic fog"), preventing restframe ultraviolet [UV] spectroscopic studies of this epoch except for faint traces of light detectable in the near-infrared [NIR] from the brightest sources. Before 2022, the high-redshift field was restricted due to limited ground- and space-based instrumentation probing NIR wavelengths and beyond. Much of what we learned spectroscopically about these galaxies during this time came from a handful of bright UV metal emission lines or far-infrared [FIR] emission (generally with only 1-2 lines detected in individual galaxies). These data only came after fighting for hours using the most massive telescopes on the ground and in space. Since the advent of JWST, the high-redshift field has exploded with new science probing wavelengths and redshifts previously inaccessible. Using the advanced spectroscopic NIR capabilities of the JWST, we have found increasingly distant galaxies and characterized these sources within the heart of the epoch of reionization [EoR] for the first time. In this talk, I will discuss the state of the high-redshift field before and after the launch of JWST – highlighting our work from the Cosmic Evolution and Early Release Science [CEERS] survey, among other key early release science [ERS] & Cycle 1-3 programs. These new data have led to the discovery of an unexpected abundance of bright galaxies and active galactic nuclei [AGN] in the EoR, providing insights into the roles that the nature of these early galaxies and the nurturing from their environments played in the reionization of the Universe.

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More info about SHaW's Group Therapy Sessions. (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/)Neurodivergent Support Group Do you identify as neurodivergent? Or do you think you are neurodiverse? Come and meet others who also identify this way. Build new connections in a supportive space, while learning from one another how to deal with college life and all that comes with it. Celebrate your uniqueness and connect to new friends and bring your neurofabulousness with you! This session is held by Amy Parent, LCSW (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/amy-parent/)For many concerns that students face- like overwhelming stress, anxiety, difficult relationships, depression, academic difficulties, and more – group therapy is the best option for support and healing. Facilitated by SHaW counselors, our therapy groups encourage peer support, promote emotional wellbeing, and increase a felt sense of connection. Participants often find that they feel less alone in their struggles and walk away with newfound support and ideas for coping.

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

 

This session is for F-1 students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum. All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS.

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Breakfast for dinner will be located at the Halal station and is open to everyone.Scrambled eggs with cheese Halal Sausage Belgian Waffles (with whipped cream, strawberries, & blueberries)

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Title and abstract of the talk: Linguistic inferences beyond words Research in contemporary semantics has uncovered a typology of linguistic inferences, characterized by their conversational status and their behavior in complex sentences. This typology of linguistic inferences is usually thought to be specific to language and in part lexically encoded in the meanings of words. In this talk, I will present experimental evidence of implicatures, presuppositions, homogeneity inferences, and supplements, triggered variously by gestures, visual animations, sound effects, and emoji. The finding that we can replicate what are normally thought to be language-specific inferences – using non-words – raises new questions and challenges regarding the fundamental nature of linguistic inferences and how we might acquire them.

Come check out Spring Valley Student Farm! Have fun meeting students from all across campus while engaging in a variety of farming activities including planting seeds, weeding, and harvesting fresh healthy food for our UConn community. This is a great way to earn community service hours! No previous experience is necessary. Remember to dress for outdoor conditions including warm water-repellant footwear.Rain/weather: Farm Friday operates in all weather except thunderstorms. We host semi-indoor activities during rain. In the case of thunder, we will cancel in advance or send folks home. Transportation: The farm is located at 104 Spring Manor Road, about 4.5 miles from the Storrs campus. All are welcome to drive, carpool, or bike to the farm. We also provide a shuttle. Carpool: The farm is located at 104 Spring Manor Road, behind the house. Please park in the large grassy lot (do not block the driveway). Carpooling volunteers are welcome to arrive and depart anytime between 4pm and 6pm. Our shuttles have limited space, so if you have access to a car, we would love for you to drive over with some friends. Bike: Our recommended biking route.png. Community Outreach Shuttle: This shuttle is by RSVP only. Find the Farm Friday you want to attend listed on the Community Service Days events page on UConntact: https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/cocsd/events (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fuconntact.uconn.edu%2Forganization%2Fcocsd%2Fevents&data=05%7C02%7Crebecca.desroches%40uconn.edu%7C5233356e14c3419308af08dcc8eb516b%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638606160299621867%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=t04BubuaPWlTaMCtP4K6FvLW1h4hBHud1XR%2FczCyFwA%3D&reserved=0). RSVP early to make sure you get a spot! You will receive an email from the transportation organizers on Friday morning. Typically, the shuttle picks up from outside South Garage around 3:30pm—but be sure to read the email to confirm. The shuttle is a minibus driven by Community Outreach staff. This shuttle arrives at the farm promptly at 4 and departs at 6pm.

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An All Recovery meeting is 'non-denominational' meaning all pathways of recovery are embraced here. A universal recovery topic is chosen and then the group discusses it. It is not affiliated with any "Anonymous" program although you are likely to hear comments associated with 12 step fellowships. Meetings are facilitated by a student member of the URC with support from a Recovery Coach and are held both in-person and online for students from other UConn campuses. 

A scholar of African American history as well as the histories of the twentieth-century United States and the US & the World, Lentz-Smith is author of Freedom Struggles: African Americans and World War I (Harvard University Press, 2009). The book explores how African Americans worked through ideas of manhood, citizenship, and global encounter to pursue the black freedom struggle during World War I and build the civil rights movement that followed.  Her book in progress, "The Slow Death of Sagon Penn: State Violence, and the Twilight of Civil Rights," explores the long aftermath of one man's devastating encounter with the police in San Diego in 1985. The book traces how state violence and white supremacy remade and sustained themselves in the twilight of the civil rights era. Reception starts at 4:30pm; the talk will begin at 5pm. Please RSVP to Prof. Frank Costigliola if you would like to join us for dinner.   

When & Where: Friday, April 11, 2025 6:00 pm Cocktail Reception | Dinner | Program | Networking Dessert Hartford Marriott Downtown | Hartford, CT Formal Attire: Black Tie Optional For more information visit: https://alumni.business.uconn.edu/hof/inductees/ (https://alumni.business.uconn.edu/hof/inductees/). 

Come celebrate diversity at UConn through delicious dishes from local restaurants. Organized in collaboration with the Asian American, African American, and Puerto Rican Latin American Cultural Centers, and Native American Cultural Programs. No reservations required, first come first served.

The iCONNic Concordia of Mu Sigma Upsilon Sorority, Inc. will be proudly presenting our Spring 2025, Zenith Line. Everyone is welcomed!

The 2025 UConn Spring Puppet Slam welcomes acclaimed Brooklyn-based puppeteers Tau Bennett and Charlotte Lily Gaspard. Bennett will perform Herbert's Lament, which explores how life isn't easy when you're not only broke, but also narcoleptic. Shadow puppet artist, educator, entertainer, and "bona fide fairy princess" Charlotte Lily Gaspard will perform her crankie production A Mermaid's Life Story and Strange Bird, a shadow-puppet show played with an umbrella screen. The UConn Spring PuppetSlam also features new works by graduate and undergraduate students from the UConn Puppet Arts Program. Funding for the Slam is made possible, in part, by the Puppet Slam Network. These performances are recommended for mature audiences.  The UConn Spring Puppet Slam is free and open to the public; donations are greatly appreciated. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place in UConn's Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre, located at 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs, Conn. 06269, on the lower level. (use rear entrance). For directions to the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre, visit crt.uconn.edu. (https://crt.uconn.edu/Online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=696CA58D-AD95-4086-8D7F-57753E23E973&menu_id=9250CB9E-14C9-40F3-968A-1446DEFA3D8B) For more information about these performances or if you require accommodation to attend this event, please contact Ballard Institute staff at 860-486-8580 or bimp@uconn.edu (mailto:bimp@uconn.edu).

Enjoy a performance by the students of the UConn Collegium Musicum Ensemble!  Studuent/ Military/ Children/ Faculty pick up FREE ticket at box office on site.

Thursday, Apr. 3rd Space Jam Friday, Apr. 4th NO MOVIE Thursday, Apr. 10th Barbie Friday, Apr. 11th Oppenheimer Thursday, Apr. 17th High School Musical Friday, Apr. 18th HSM 2 Saturday, Apr. 19th HSM 3 Thursday, Apr. 24th Deadpool Friday, Apr.. 25th Deadpool 2 Saturday, Apr. 26th Deadpool and Wolverine

Over a year after Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Watchhouse (formerly known as Mandolin Orange) reintroduced themselves on their 2021 self-titled LP, the pair shared a special surprise release: Watchhouse (Duo), a self-produced recording of Marlin and Frantz performing the most elemental possible arrangements of all nine songs from Watchhouse. It's a project that captures the fundamental power of Watchhouse: Two singers and musicians with profound chemistry, performing earnest yet masterfully crafted songs that encompass the unknowable mysteries, existential heartbreak, and communal joys of modern life. A grassroots success story that's been driven by Marlin's poignant songwriting, they've sold out iconic venues (Red Rocks, Ryman Auditorium) and attract hundreds of millions of streams while producing exploratory music that "redefines roots music for a younger generation" (Washington Post).