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- All dayArt Exhibit in Celeste LeWitt Gallery at UConn HealthVibrant paintings by Andrea Sanchez and Jaii Marc Renee on display in the Celeste LeWitt Gallery — Join us for a meet and greet from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29.
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Dog Program
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Dog Program
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Goat Program
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Goat Program
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Sheep Program
- All dayBig-E: 4-H Sheep Program
- All dayConnecticut Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities
- All dayEmployee Art Exhibit17 artists across the UConn community have their artwork on display in our Connector Gallery.
- All dayFRAME Contest: Your Research in the SpotlightWhy enter?Showcase the beauty of your research – from stunning microscopy images and bold data visualizations to fieldwork photos and original research-inspired art. Share your work with the UConn community Celebrate the creativity that drives discovery Contest Details Who can enter UConn faculty, staff, and students. Prizes Prizes will be awarded by a judging panel based on aesthetics, originality, creativity, and composition. Prizes will be announced soon. Deadline November 10, 2025 To Enter Click here (https://research.uconn.edu/frame-contest/) for contest rules and entry form. Questions Contact research@uconn.edu (mailto:research@uconn.edu).FRAME: A creative, engaging forum showcasing UConn research.
- All dayFRAME Contest: Your Research in the SpotlightWhy enter?Showcase the beauty of your research – from stunning microscopy images and bold data visualizations to fieldwork photos and original research-inspired art. Share your work with the UConn community Celebrate the creativity that drives discovery Contest Details Who can enter UConn faculty, staff, and students. Prizes Prizes will be awarded by a judging panel based on aesthetics, originality, creativity, and composition. Prizes will be announced soon. Deadline November 10, 2025 To Enter Click here (https://research.uconn.edu/frame-contest/) for contest rules and entry form. Questions Contact research@uconn.edu (mailto:research@uconn.edu).FRAME: A creative, engaging forum showcasing UConn research.
- All dayFRAME Contest: Your Research in the SpotlightWhy enter?Showcase the beauty of your research – from stunning microscopy images and bold data visualizations to fieldwork photos and original research-inspired art. Share your work with the UConn community Celebrate the creativity that drives discovery Contest Details Who can enter UConn faculty, staff, and students. Prizes Prizes will be awarded by a judging panel based on aesthetics, originality, creativity, and composition. Prizes will be announced soon. Deadline November 10, 2025 To Enter Click here (https://research.uconn.edu/frame-contest/) for contest rules and entry form. Questions Contact research@uconn.edu (mailto:research@uconn.edu).FRAME: A creative, engaging forum showcasing UConn research.
- All dayFlyway of Life: Love Letters to Nature exhibitAn opening reception for "Flyway of Life" will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the gallery, located in the Branford House at the UConn Avery Point campus in Groton. Admission is free.On Oct. 1 from 4 to 5:30 p.m., Koeck will be in conversation with John Dodd, executive director of the Atlantic Shark Institute, with food and refreshments. The event will take place in the gallery. After the conversation at 6 p.m. in the campus auditorium, a screening of Koeck's film "Flyway of Life," will be shown, followed by a question-and-answer session.
- All dayNational Hazing Prevention WeekNational Hazing Prevention Week (NHPW) is a national initiative that occurs during the last full week of September each year, and aims to raise awareness and increase education about hazing. It encourages communities, institutions, organizations, and individuals to engage in intentional discussions about the problem of hazing.
- All dayOpen Air 2025 – Outdoor Sculpture ExhibitionThe 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
- 9:00 AM2hAcademic ConsultationWant to get ahead, stay ahead, and feel in control? We've got your back! Meet with a Peer Leader for a one-on-one academic consultation to: Create a personalized semester plan; map out major deadlines and exams; build a weekly study routine that works for you; learn tips to stay focused, balanced, and motivated.
- 9:00 AM8hTibetan Monk Visit
- 9:00 AM8hTibetan Monk Visit
- 9:05 AM1hVALUE Rubrics Part 2: Aligning Objectives, Assignments, and AssessmentsAudience: faculty; anyone involved in program or Common Curriculum assessment activities, ideally those who have completed part 1. Level: Introductory Learning objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to: Differentiate between grading and assessment. Develop strategies to strengthen alignment between assignments and course, program, and/or common curriculum learning objectives. Determine alignment between the dimensions of the Written Communication VALUE Rubric and an assignment. Description: This session will explore the process of articulating clear, measurable course, program, and common curriculum objectives and determining alignment between individual course assignments and rubric dimensions. This session will provide practical tools and strategies to enhance coherence between course assignments, course objectives, program objectives, and assessment criteria. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3575 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3575)
- 9:30 AM2h 30mCaxide Scholars 2025 SymposiumThe six 2025 Caxide Scholars will be sharing their research projects at this event. The symposium, which kicks off at 9:30AM, will be broken up into two sessions: 9:30-10:30 - Three Caxide Scholars will present 10:40-11:40 - Three Caxide Scholars will present A detailed program, including Scholars' names, project titles, faculty mentors, and presentation times, is available at https://ugradresearch.uconn.edu/caxide-scholar-symposium/. If you require an accommodation to attend or participate in this event, please contact Caxide Scholars Program at (860) 486-1255 or micah.heumann@uconn.edu (mailto:micah.heumann@uconn.edu) by September 17.This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent11187
- 10:00 AM1hQuestions about Digital Accessibility? Join us for Office Hours!In April 2024, the Department of Justice issued an update to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ada.gov%2Fresources%2F2024-03-08-web-rule%2F&data=05%7C02%7Citaccessibility%40uconn.edu%7C20c771e5a88d478a8e9308dd66f63f7d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638779929987281013%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=L%2Bz6mRTbBflpXOJe9W3QB7cZ9xNsKm4I%2B5%2FLQclhc5c%3D&reserved=0) which requires state and local governments – including public universities – to ensure that their digital content is accessible to people with disabilities. These changes will impact many in our community, and we want to share information and resources that will help everyone prepare and comply with the new standards.What is Impacted? Any digital content that we provide or make available on behalf of the University of Connecticut must meet the standards set forth by this ruling, whether this content is provided directly by us or via third-party organization as part of a contract, licensing, or other agreement. This includes websites, digital files, social media content, and mobile applications.DeadlinesWebpages & ApplicationsCreated on or after April 2024 must be accessible at launch. Created before April 2024 need to be accessible by April 2026. Digital FilesCreated on or after April 2024 need to be accessible at launch. Created before April 2024 and still in use need to be accessible by April 2026. Created before April 2024 and not in use can be marked as archived and do not need to be remediated unless someone requests it. Technical Standard The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2FWAI%2Fstandards-guidelines%2Fwcag%2F&data=05%7C02%7Citaccessibility%40uconn.edu%7C20c771e5a88d478a8e9308dd66f63f7d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638779929987301355%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GtBfaBbRmzVFT4Jwcx%2B5gcH9Ej1haYILGDt9MSwHiCk%3D&reserved=0) are the current technical standard for web content and mobile apps. Please note that UConn also has web standards (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbrand.uconn.edu%2Fweb&data=05%7C02%7Citaccessibility%40uconn.edu%7C20c771e5a88d478a8e9308dd66f63f7d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638779929987315699%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=IA0Va6a06XjzRJ8LZXG5PMuWZiM0%2FeMIREYo4qO3Mhs%3D&reserved=0) which must be adhered to. We require websites built on behalf of the University and/or using University funds to use a UConn domain and be hosted by UConn. While we know that our faculty and staff support efforts to provide accessible content and equitable experiences, performing this work and maintaining the standards going forward will be an ongoing, shared responsibility.
- 11:00 AM1hLet's Talk with SHaWStudents 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/).
- 12:00 PM1hCAM Presentation: Paola Vera-LiconaSpeaker: Paola Vera-Licona Title: TBD Via Webex: https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57 (https://uconnhealth.webex.com/uconnhealth/j.php?MTID=mdacf393cf6a2ee5314a3b76525ea5e57)
- 12:00 PM1hMS SRIB Virtual Information SessionAs you consider a graduate program in Social Responsibility & Impact in Business at UConn, it is extremely important that you make an informed choice. Attending a virtual infosession is a valuable way to gather the missing pieces. 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.
- 12:00 PM2hPet Therapy at the Benton MuseumWelcome UConn Families! Shop in the Museum Store and pick up some UConn Cards and Postcards! This event is in partnership with Student Health & Wellness
- 12:15 PM1hPSLA Seminar Series: Chandi WitharanaHost: Julia SmachyloLocation: YNG 132Webex: s.uconn.edu/psla_seminars (http://s.uconn.edu/psla_seminars) Above and Beyond: Integrated Sensing Systems for Environmental Insights
- 12:20 PM1hMCB Research in Progress: Shankar Ganesh & ArsenaultAkshada Shankar GaneshErceg Lab (https://erceg.lab.uconn.edu/)Danielle ArsenaultGogarten Lab (https://j.p.gogarten.uconn.edu/)
- 12:30 PM45mLeadership & Public Service Scholarships Info Session (Virtual)Are you a student leader who is passionate about public service? This information session will introduce students to several scholarship and fellowship opportunities in these areas, including the following:Truman Scholarship Udall Scholarship Newman Civic Fellowship Obama/Voyager Scholarship Hertog Foundation Fellowships Samvid Scholarship All of these competitions seek "change agents" who demonstrate passion, intelligence, commitment, and leadership on issues important to them. The session, which is aimed primarily at sophomores and juniors. will be hosted by Dr. Vin Moscardelli, Director of the Office of National Scholarship & Fellowships.
- 12:30 PM1hLet's Talk Online with GracielaStudents 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/)
- 1:00 PM1h 15mIntro to MindfulnessThe 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! Pre-registration is required as space is limited. s.uconn.edu/mindful925 Class meets online 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 and 10/10.
- 1:00 PM1h 15mIntro to MindfulnessThe 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! Pre-registration is required as space is limited. s.uconn.edu/mindful925 Class meets online 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 and 10/10.
- 1:15 PM1hLet's Talk with MichelleStudents 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 Sijia (Michelle) Chen, LPC (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/sarah-hallwood/)
- 2:30 PM1hWorkshop: Work Authorization in the USA (Post-OPT)Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation. This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Fall 2025 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.
- 3:00 PM2hRainbow Center Staff Meeting (Center Closed)Meetings are open to Professional Staff of the Rainbow Center, Rainbow Center Staff, IRIS Mentors, and invited guests only. Meetings are for communicating important operational and program information for student staff to accomplish their tasks. If you have questions about the Rainbow Center Staff Meetings, please connect with a member of ProStaff for assistance.
- 3:30 PM1h 15mFinding a Research MentorIn this interactive workshop, you will learn the ins and outs of finding a research mentor as an undergraduate. By the end of the workshop, you will leave with concrete steps tailored to your unique interests to move forward with your undergraduate research journey.
- 4:00 PM2hFarm Friday at Spring ValleyThis 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. More details and transportation information available athttps://dining.uconn.edu/spring-valley-farm/volunteer-tour/ (https://dining.uconn.edu/spring-valley-farm/volunteer-tour/)
- 4:30 PM2hForeign Policy Seminar: Daniel Immerwahr
- 5:00 PM1hSoccerSoccer played on the law school soccer field.
- 8:00 PM1hWeekly Films SeriesSaturday, Aug. 23rd Monsters University Thursday, Aug 28th Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Friday, Aug. 29th Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Saturday, Aug. 30th Pirates of hte Caribbean: At World's End Thursday, Sept. 4th Shrek Friday, Sept 5th Shrek 2 Saturday, Sept. 6th Shrek the Third Thursday, Sept. 11th Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Friday, Sept. 12th F1 Saturday, Sept. 13th Superman Thursday, Sept . 18th Batman 1989 Friday, Sept. 19th The Dark Knight Saturday, Sept. 20th The Batman Thursday, Sept. 25th Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Friday, Sept. 26th Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Saturday, Sept. 27th Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
- 8:00 PM1hWeekly Films SeriesSaturday, Aug. 23rd Monsters University Thursday, Aug 28th Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Friday, Aug. 29th Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest Saturday, Aug. 30th Pirates of hte Caribbean: At World's End Thursday, Sept. 4th Shrek Friday, Sept 5th Shrek 2 Saturday, Sept. 6th Shrek the Third Thursday, Sept. 11th Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Friday, Sept. 12th F1 Saturday, Sept. 13th Superman Thursday, Sept . 18th Batman 1989 Friday, Sept. 19th The Dark Knight Saturday, Sept. 20th The Batman Thursday, Sept. 25th Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom Friday, Sept. 26th Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark Saturday, Sept. 27th Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade