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Apply to be a First Year Experience Mentor for fall 2025! Our peer mentors play a vital role in the First Year Experience classes. Stop by our office in Rowe 235 to talk to our students about this great leadership opportunity. We are now accepting applications for fall 2025 from: 11/11/2024 - 2/14/2025

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Call for Applications The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a 2-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D. Overview: YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research. Eligibility: The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement. All applicants must: • Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA. • Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D. • Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program. • Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. For more information, please visit our website: https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/ or contact: Jolene Monahan Wilding Program Manager monahanwilding@uchc.edu or Gualberto Ruaño, M.D., Ph.D. Assistant Director, Special Projects ruano@uchc.edu Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School's Website by Sunday March 30th, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program's commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement. As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) Call for Applications The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a two-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD   Overview: YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research.   Eligibility: The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement (https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement).   All applicants must:Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA. Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program. Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States. For more information, please visit our website:https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/ (https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/) Or contact: Jolene Monahan Wilding Program Managermonahanwilding@uchc.edu (mailto:monahanwilding@uchc.edu) or Gualberto Ruaño, MD, Ph.D. Assistant Director, Special Projectsruano@uchc.edu (mailto:ruano@uchc.edu) Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School's website by Sunday, March 30, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program's commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement (https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement). As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

UConn Health Day 2 new employee orientation is conducted on Saba. It focuses on comprehensive training for our newest workforce, covering diversity awareness, sexual harassment prevention, and compliance to ensure a respectful and compliant work environment.AgendaDay 2Format: Saba Self-Guided Learning Time: 8 am - 4:30 pm Location: RemoteActivities: Dive deeper into your compliance and role-specific training and explore resources at your own pace.

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/) 

Sigma Alpha Mu and Phi Sigma Rho will be providing Krispy Kreme donuts at the student union in order to make money to help the victims of the wildfires in California.

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.

Join us for a comprehensive "Preparing for Graduate School" workshop! This workshop is designed to gain insights into selecting the right program and how to finance it.

Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Educators are here to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for students to talk about anything related to alcohol, cannabis, or other substance use- whether it's for yourself or someone you care about. Our peer heath educators are students just like you, trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of substance use topics.Monday: 11:15 am to 1:15 pm Tuesday: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm Wednesday: 10 am to 12 pm & 5 pm to 7 pm Thursday: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm Student Health and Wellness peer educators 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.

Can students meet your course objectives without reading the texts? If so, what is the value of assigning reading in your course? What learning objectives does reading help students meet? These foundational questions will frame our discussion. Tools and approaches will be shared for:Creating reading guides and worksheets Choosing texts Annotation tools (Perusall, Voicethread) Activities such as games, remixes, and Generative AI Modeling engagement Ideas will be shared for curating a reading list, including: alphabetic texts vs. audio and video; amount of reading assigned; and organizing access to course readings. This is an interactive session, and participants are encouraged to share their experiences and questions. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3332 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3332)

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 beginStudents who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issueStudents who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapistStudents who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friendIf a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting theUConn Student CARE Team.This session is held by Chelsea Morales, PsyD (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/chelsea-morales/)  Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Please join the Office of Research & Scholarship (ORS) as we host guest speaker Dr. Ann Nguyen of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. On Monday, February 10, 2025, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., Dr. Nguyen will present Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Cognitive Decline Among Black Americans in HSSW Room 107. Virtual attendance will be offered. We encourage you to attend in person! Associate Professor Ann Nguyen, PhD is an interdisciplinary scholar who received her doctoral training in psychology and social work from the Program for Research on Black Americans at the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research. Her research broadly investigates psychosocial determinants of mental, physical, and cognitive health and well-being across the life course among Black Americans, with a special focus on mid- and late life. For example, her research has investigated the effects of social relationships (social support, social isolation, loneliness), religious participation, and discrimination on a range of health and well-being outcomes. Webex Link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m9e91bce8e45a3295805840194826ab07 If you have not already received an invitation to Dr. Nguyen's presentation, please contact ssw-ors@uconn.edu to obtain one.

No appointment necessary. Get help starting or updating your resume. Occurs most Fridays. (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/shl15105) Join Sue Landolina virtually in https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/shl15105

Grading rubrics are an assessment tool that helps instructors and students focus attention on the important aspects of an assignment. Rubrics promote grading practices that are consistent and free from bias. This introductory workshop explores the elements of a rubric, methods to design rubrics with and without student involvement, and how to apply them within your courses. Attendees are encouraged to bring their rubrics for small group collaborations or their syllabus and ideas for an assignment that would benefit from a rubric. By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: 1. Identify the value and role of rubrics in measuring student learning 2. Recognize the steps in creating a rubric 3. Connect rubrics with outcomes and learning data 4. Identify an assignment in your course that could use a rubric and draft the criteriaRegister -https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3266 (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffins.uconn.edu%2Fsecure_inst%2Fworkshops%2Fworkshop_view.php%3Fser%3D3266&data=05%7C02%7Cstacey.valliere%40uconn.edu%7C29f3668fe19444f44e4e08dcfa803581%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638660675784016151%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=v4Almrq8aWU3%2BiHvj6I4151rA%2BTtHCFSAydt1w54zf4%3D&reserved=0)

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.

Come to the Academic Achievement Center to compete in a fun and interactive challenge that will test your library skills! During this event, students will compete in teams to tackle a paranormal research project, one that will introduce them to the secrets of Homer Babbidge Library. The winning team (up to five students) will be awarded with Bookworms Cafe vouchers!   For more information and other workshops, please visit: https://achieve.uconn.edu/pres/workshops/ (https://achieve.uconn.edu/pres/workshops/)  This is an Honors Event. See tags below for category information.#UHLevent11056

Mel Brooks' 1981 promise to bring "Jews in Space" to life was finally realized in 2023 in the epilogue of A History of the World Part II, but there have been plenty of Jews in space on screen in between. From alien characters accused of perpetuating antisemitic stereotypes like Star Wars' Watto or the Ferengi of the Star Trek universe to explicit Jewish storylines on Babylon 5 and Firefly, Jewish characters and themes have had a place in science fiction film and television. Jennifer Caplan is Associate Professor and The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati Chair in Judaic Studies at University of Cincinnati. She is the author of Funny, You Don't Look Funny: Judaism and Humor from the Silent Generation to Millennials, which was published by Wayne State University Press in 2023. She writes broadly on Jewish themes and identity in popular culture and has a forthcoming chapter on the science fiction writer Esther Friesner in Future Jewish Females, edited by Marleen Barr and expected for publication in late 2024 or 2025. She is currently working on Unmasked: Jewish Characters in DC and Marvel. This event is part of the 2024 - 2025 public programming associated with the Museum of Jewish Civilization's exhibit, "Jews in Space: Members of the Tribe in Orbit." This exhibit was created by the Center for Jewish History and the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. It was generously funded in part by CT Humanities, the Feltman Family Fund, the Jewish Community Foundation, and the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford.Register to receive the Zoom invite:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwscu-grjgsHtYZrVqUzHlY2jdkvtQ0aURj