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- All dayBusiness of Farming Online Course, Cohort 2A hybrid course where participants will complete 7 modules that include both virtual and in-person meetings . It is designed to develop and strengthen the business and technical skills that many beginning farmers with 0 - 3 years experience, but anyone that feels like they could benefit from the course is welcome to join.
- All dayFYE Peer MentorApply 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
- All dayUrology Grand RoundsUrology Grand Rounds
- All dayYIIP - Now Accepting ApplicationsCall 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.
- All dayYoung Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) Now Accepting ApplicationsYoung 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.
- 1:15 AM1h 30mStepping into the ShadeKristin Morgan and Brian Day, Film and Theatre Department, ECSU
- 6:45 AM1h 15mGroup Fitness Class – Spin & Core (75)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:00 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – 50/50For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:15 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – Spring 2025 - Hybrid Fitness Training - Session 1 (Mon/Wed 7:15am) w/ RileyFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 8:00 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – SpinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 9:00 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – Yoga FlowFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 9:00 AM9hUConn Sexpert Drop-In HoursUConn 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/)
- 9:30 AM1hWorkshop: Work Authorization in the USA (Post-OPT) HartfordDo you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? 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 Spring 2025 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.
- 10:00 AM1hCOOKIES & CONVO | Campus CommunitySecond Wednesdays 10am & Fourth Thursdays 2pm This recurring opportunity for discussion provides space to share what we're thinking about and what is impacting our campus community. Come join us back together this spring!
- 10:00 AM1hCOOKIES & CONVO | Campus CommunitySecond Wednesdays 10am & Fourth Thursdays 2pm This recurring opportunity for discussion provides space to share what we're thinking about and what is impacting our campus community. Come join us back together this spring!
- 10:00 AM2hSubstance Use Risk Reduction Peer Health Educators Drop-In HoursSubstance 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.
- 10:15 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – BarreFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 10:15 AM1hGroup Fitness Class – SpinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 11:00 AM1hAEPhi's Pink Day Tabling in the UnionWho: We will have at least 2 AEPhi members at the booth at all times. We also hope to attract attention and have others visiting the booth. What: We will be selling treats in the Student Union. Why: For our philanthropy, Sharsheret.
- 11:00 AM1hGetting to Conferral: Master's Degrees and Graduate CertificatesThis session will discuss the Office of the Registrar's degree audit process for master's degrees and graduate certificates, including 6th Year Certificate programs. Degree Audit staff will share auditing terms and timeline, degree requirements for Plan A and Plan B, as well as the thesis submission process. Time will be available at the end of the session for participants' questions.FACILITATOR:Sandra Cyr, Master's Degree and Graduate Certificate Programs Registrar Specialist See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School. (https://grad.uconn.edu/timely-topics/) Please register (https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/636957bead4b66cb6fe9611e/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.
- 11:45 AM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:00 PM1hCritical Teaching Behaviors Book Club - HartfordWhat does "good teaching" mean, and what does it look like? Perhaps you have grappled with this question, either as an educator seeking to improve your own teaching practice or as a colleague asked to assess the teaching of others. This book club is for you! Join us to explore an evidence-based guide to effective teaching and learning! In this book club we will examine teaching effectiveness through the lens of the CTB framework of high-level behaviors that can be adopted and adapted to individual instructor and disciplinary context. More practically, it relies on evidence that can be observed by peers, leans on student feedback, and one's own reflective narrative of teaching effectiveness. Discover equitable and inclusive strategies, participate in productive conversations centered around teaching and learning, and access a toolkit of resources to apply from day one. The book offers a holistic method of documenting and assessing teaching effectiveness by including a variety of evidence and perspectives to both develop teaching skills and demonstrate achievements in promoting student learning. Each session is framed around the questions, "What do we know," "What do we do,", and What do we show?" and will focus on: -Identifying behaviors of good teaching -Reflecting upon the teaching behaviors already in practice -Implementing research-based, effective teaching behaviors across each of the six CTB categories -Documenting teaching behaviors -Conducting and/or reflect on peer observation -Collecting and/or reflect on midterm feedback -Using a core value statement to purposefully select and frame evidence of effectiveness in a coherent teaching narrative Location: Hartford Times Building (HTB) Room 209 Time: 12-1pm Dates: February 5 – Kickoff to meet the facilitators and pick up the book February 12 – Align components of learning experiences to defined outcomes February 19 – Midterm Student Feedback using GIFT February 26 – Include for student diversity by utilizing accessibility standards March 5 – Peer Observation adapted to your needs March 26 – Engage students purposely to encourage active participation in the learning process April 2 – Assess through meaningful and transparent techniques and feedback April 9 – Integrate Technology using tools to provide access to high quality instructional materials April 16 – Reflect/Identify Core Values to explore opportunities for growth April 23 – Creating a Narrative of Teaching Effectiveness You can sign up for individual sessions or the entire series! Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/BSh3Pff4BA (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FBSh3Pff4BA&data=05%7C02%7Ckim.schwarz%40uconn.edu%7C3de52d7402404c08828a08dd2f53da2d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638718762309081675%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ukeT9tJ8OnpbP%2BNZHY4Pb%2B9XGkBwPVeA55o4tkhi9Pg%3D&reserved=0)
- 12:00 PM1hCritical Teaching Behaviors Book Club - HartfordWhat does "good teaching" mean, and what does it look like? Perhaps you have grappled with this question, either as an educator seeking to improve your own teaching practice or as a colleague asked to assess the teaching of others. This book club is for you! Join us to explore an evidence-based guide to effective teaching and learning! In this book club we will examine teaching effectiveness through the lens of the CTB framework of high-level behaviors that can be adopted and adapted to individual instructor and disciplinary context. More practically, it relies on evidence that can be observed by peers, leans on student feedback, and one's own reflective narrative of teaching effectiveness. Discover equitable and inclusive strategies, participate in productive conversations centered around teaching and learning, and access a toolkit of resources to apply from day one. The book offers a holistic method of documenting and assessing teaching effectiveness by including a variety of evidence and perspectives to both develop teaching skills and demonstrate achievements in promoting student learning. Each session is framed around the questions, "What do we know," "What do we do,", and What do we show?" and will focus on: -Identifying behaviors of good teaching -Reflecting upon the teaching behaviors already in practice -Implementing research-based, effective teaching behaviors across each of the six CTB categories -Documenting teaching behaviors -Conducting and/or reflect on peer observation -Collecting and/or reflect on midterm feedback -Using a core value statement to purposefully select and frame evidence of effectiveness in a coherent teaching narrative Location: Hartford Times Building (HTB) Room 209 Time: 12-1pm Dates: February 5 – Kickoff to meet the facilitators and pick up the book February 12 – Align components of learning experiences to defined outcomes February 19 – Midterm Student Feedback using GIFT February 26 – Include for student diversity by utilizing accessibility standards March 5 – Peer Observation adapted to your needs March 26 – Engage students purposely to encourage active participation in the learning process April 2 – Assess through meaningful and transparent techniques and feedback April 9 – Integrate Technology using tools to provide access to high quality instructional materials April 16 – Reflect/Identify Core Values to explore opportunities for growth April 23 – Creating a Narrative of Teaching Effectiveness You can sign up for individual sessions or the entire series! Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/BSh3Pff4BA (https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FBSh3Pff4BA&data=05%7C02%7Ckim.schwarz%40uconn.edu%7C3de52d7402404c08828a08dd2f53da2d%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C638718762309081675%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ukeT9tJ8OnpbP%2BNZHY4Pb%2B9XGkBwPVeA55o4tkhi9Pg%3D&reserved=0)
- 12:00 PM1hGastroenterology/Hepatology Grand RoundsGI Grand Rounds conferences take place weekly on Wednesdays at noon via Webex. Please contact Amy Pallotti to be added to detailed conference announcement emails.
- 12:00 PM1hNeuroscience Journal Club - SavlaMEDS 6497 Neuroscience Journal Club "Biological and Procedural Predictors of Outcome in the Stroke Preclinical Assessment Network (SPAN) Trial." Presenter: Shreya Savla, Verma Lab Course Co-Directors: Paola Bargagna-Mohan: bargagna-mohan@uchc.edu (mailto:bargagna-mohan@uchc.edu) Alice Burghard: burghard@uchc.edu (mailto:burghard@uchc.edu)
- 12:00 PM1h 15mWednesday Mindfulness Basic Classes at UConn WaterburyWednesdays 1/29-02/19, 12-1:15 in Room WREC 204 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 January 27 as space is limited.Register at https://s.uconn.edu/mindful12825 (https://s.uconn.edu/mindful12825) for this IN PERSON WEDNESDAY class. This class meets weekly on the Waterbury Campus; all UConn students are welcome.This is an Honors Event.* See tags below for category information.#UHLevent11019 *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 cannot receive Honors Event credit for more a single class.
- 12:00 PM2hK-iss and Tell Valentine's Day PhotoboothJoin us in the lobby for an LED Photo Booth! Come with your friends, your partner, or even alone! There will be props and you get to keep your photos physically and digitally! Also, stay to decorate your photo strip!
- 12:00 PM2hK-iss and Tell Valentine's Day PhotoboothJoin us in the lobby for an LED Photo Booth! Come with your friends, your partner, or even alone! There will be props and you get to keep your photos physically and digitally! Also, stay to decorate your photo strip!
- 12:00 PM2hLunch and Learn Seminar: Grad School InsightsJoin us for an engaging lunchtime seminar to explore the ins and outs of graduate school, including application tips, program options, and how to take the next steps toward your academic and career goals.
- 12:00 PM2hLunch and Learn Seminar: Grad School InsightsJoin us for an engaging lunchtime seminar to explore the ins and outs of graduate school, including application tips, program options, and how to take the next steps toward your academic and career goals.
- 12:05 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Human Reformer PilatesFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:05 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Total Body Strength (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:05 PM50mGroup Fitness Class – Spring 2025 - Hybrid Fitness Training - Session 2 (Mon/Wed 12:05pm) w/ ErinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 12:30 PM1hLunch and Learn Seminar: Grad School Insights"Lunch and Learn Seminar: Grad School Insights" is an interactive one-hour event where graduate students share their personal research journeys and the experiences that inspired them to pursue graduate school. This engaging session provides undergraduate students at UConn Waterbury with a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of the challenges, successes, and valuable lessons that shaped their paths. This is an Honors Event. See tags below for category information. #UHLevent11023
- 1:00 PM1hCriminal Law Society GBM & ElectionsGeneral Body Meeting & 2025-2026 Elections
- 1:00 PM3hUConn Women's Tennis vs QuinnipiacView Women's Tennis' full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/womens-tennis/schedule)
- 1:30 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/) Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions. Please call to schedule an online timeslot and to receive the link.
- 2:00 PM1hGetting to Conferral: Doctoral DegreesThis session will discuss the Office of the Registrar's degree audit process for doctoral (Ph.D.) students. Degree Audit staff will share auditing terms and timeline, degree requirements, the master's on the way process, and the dissertation submission process. Time will be available at the end of the session for participants' questions.FACILITATOR: Jenn Horan, Doctoral Degree Registrar Specialist See more about all Timely Topics offered by The Graduate School. (https://grad.uconn.edu/timely-topics/) Please register (https://uconn.kualibuild.com/app/636957bead4b66cb6fe9611e/run) to receive a Webex link for this event.
- 2:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – SpinFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 2:30 PM1hSara Holland Levin Doctoral Dissertation Proposal DefensePlease use the following link to join the WebEx meeting: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m32d6fc2ad649ca78f7f4cc1990963257 (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m32d6fc2ad649ca78f7f4cc1990963257) Kristine Nowak, Ph.D. Department of Communication, Major Advisor Jiyoun Suk, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor Anne Oeldorf-Hirsch, Ph.D., Department of Communication, Associate Advisor Abstract The rise of social media has presented a fundamental shift in the gatekeeping process, which refers to the role of journalism in selecting key stories and language to shape the information narrative. According to agenda setting theory (McCombs & Shaw, 1972), traditional news media sources set the political agenda for a given day by choosing the most relevant stories, in turn impacting the salience of those issues. But today, social media have fundamentally changed this process, offering political elite users like politicians, media personalities, and celebrities who discuss politics the ability to influence the agenda. This means that a new set of sources may be setting the agenda by influencing the framing, selection, and salience of stories to their followers, resulting in fragmentation of information. Though existing literature points to use of polarizing language as well as exclusion of key stories among political elites and especially the political right, this new information pattern on social media is not well understood. This dissertation takes a computational approach to compare the agenda setting influence of traditional news media sources to political elite sources. Using Meta Content Library and API, Instagram and Facebook posts from news media sources as well as political elites will be gathered and analyzed to understand who is setting the agenda and whether they differ in their framing and issue selection across both conservative and liberal sources. A topic content analysis will be conducted to explore differences among these groups, and a text analysis will be conducted to explore the degree to which each type of source uses politically polarizing language (e.g. threat, fear, lie) to appeal to their followers. Cross-platform differences are also analyzed. Implications for theory and the spread of disinformation on social media are explored.
- 2:30 PM1h 30mWorkshop: Internship Authorization (CPT & Pre-OPT)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.
- 3:00 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Equipment OrientationsFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:00 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – HIIT the Step (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:00 PM1hGetting Started with Program Assessment ReportsJoin the academic program assessment fellows in this hands-on workshop designed for academic program leaders and faculty with the skills and knowledge needed to create their program assessment reports. This training session will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for gathering meaningful data, conducting insightful analysis, writing effective reports, and developing thoughtful and implementable reflections. Taking advantage of peer networking and shared experiences to foster a community of assessment, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your assessment reports and drive continuous improvement in your academic programs.February 12, 3:00-4:00 Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3274 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3274)
- 3:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – TRX CircuitFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:00 PM1h 30mHeadshots Walk-In Business Career Development OfficeDrop-In to the Business Career Development Office for a Headshot. Most Wednesdays during the regular semester NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY Email recruit@business.uconn.edu with any questions . We will use your smartphone with our professional back drop. Wear business attire from the waist up.
- 3:00 PM1h 30mHeadshots Walk-In Business Career Development OfficeDrop-In to the Business Career Development Office for a Headshot. Most Wednesdays during the regular semester NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY Email recruit@business.uconn.edu with any questions . We will use your smartphone with our professional back drop. Wear business attire from the waist up.
- 3:00 PM3hUConn Women's Lacrosse vs Fairfield - Faculty/Staff MVPView Women's Lacrosse's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/womens-lacrosse/schedule)
- 3:15 PM30mGroup Fitness Class – Core Conditioning (30)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 3:30 PM1h 15mUCHI Fellow's Talk: Jesse OlsavskyA research talk by UCHI visiting scholar Jesse Olsavsky (Assistant Professor of History, Co-Director of Gender Studies Initiative, Duke Kunshan University) on his project, "In the Tradition: The Abolitionist Tradition and the Routes of Pan-Africanism," with a response by Janet Pritchard.
- 4:00 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – 50/50For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Power YogaFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:00 PM2hEnglish WorkshopsEnglish workshops are available for 10-weeks in the Fall and Spring semesters. These workshops can be used to improve the communication skills needed to meet the university's requirements for teaching undergraduate students. Conversation partners will join each class to provide opportunities for practice, feedback, and questions. Registration for the workshop series is highly recommended to guarantee a seat. These workshops will help participants develop the speaking skills needed to convey their ideas clearly when presenting in front of an audience. Students will practice presenting information relevant to their field of study and be actively involved in self-assessment and peer assessment. Content will be adapted to suit the group's needs. Who can register? UConn undergraduates, graduates, J1 scholars, J2, F2, exchange students (EGL). Register at the link below:https://ita.uconn.edu/english-support/ (https://ita.uconn.edu/english-support/)
- 4:00 PM2h 30mBORDERLAND | The Line Within - Human Rights Film+ SeriesAbout the FilmBORDERLAND | The Line Within (https://borderland.skylight.is/) is a documentary that explores the reality that the United States border is not just a geographic location. The border is everywhere. It lies within every undocumented immigrant family with the threat that at any moment they can be captured, incarcerated, deported; their lives destroyed. The film not only exposes the profitable business of immigration and its human cost, but weaves together the stories of immigrant heroines and heroes resisting and showing a way forward, intent on building a movement in the shadow of the border industrial complex, recognizing the human rights of all. Following a screening of the film, we're thrilled to be joined by filmmakers Paco de Onís and Pamela Yates for a post-show discussion moderated by El Instituto's Anne Gebelein. Join us after for a catered reception in the Dodd Lounge. Watch the Trailer About the FilmmakersPaco de Onís and Pamela Yates – Producer and Director of BORDERLAND. Paco is the Executive Director and Pamela is the co-founder of Skylight, a human rights media organization dedicated to strengthening social justice movements through cinematic storytelling and catalyzing collaborative networks of artists and activists. In many ways BORDERLAND brings the saga of Skylight's Guatemala trilogy–When the Mountains Tremble (1983), Granito (2011), and 500 Years (2017)–full circle back to the U.S. From the impact of U.S. foreign policy that backed brutal regimes leading to the root causes of migration, to the present situation of mass migration from Central America. Our Sponsors This event is supported by the Human Rights Film & Digital Media Initiative (https://humanrights.uconn.edu/areas-of-focus/film-digital-media/), a collaborative venture between the Department of Digital Media & Design and the Dodd Human Rights Impact Programs at the Gladstein Family Human Rights, as well as UConn's El Instituto (https://elin.uconn.edu/) (Institute of Latina/o, Caribbean, and Latin American Studies).
- 4:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Dance FitFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Run & StrengthFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 4:30 PM1h 30mDenise Pelletier, Artist TalkSculpture/Ceramics Visiting Artist University of Connecticut Department of Art & Art HistoryAssociation of Ceramic Artists RSOCeramic Artist Denise Pelletier (http://www.denisepelletier.com/ttransconfigurations) studied with Minnie Negoro and received her BFA in Art at UConn. She completed her MFA in Ceramics at Alfred University and went on to teach ceramics at many well-known colleges throughout the United States and exhibit widely across the country and abroad. The recipient of numerous fellowships and grants, she has participated in residencies in the Netherlands, France, New York, Maine and the Kohler Arts/Industry Program. Based in East Greenwich, RI, she is Professor of Art and Head of Ceramics at Connecticut College.
- 5:00 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:00 PM1hCANCELED: Employer Insights: U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeJoin recruiters from the United States Patent and Trademark Office to learn about career opportunities for graduate students. Register here (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/weblink/register/rea6e9bb9a96ed91b19422bb8abc6b5ec).
- 5:00 PM1hCANCELED: Employer Insights: U.S. Patent and Trademark OfficeJoin recruiters from the United States Patent and Trademark Office to learn about career opportunities for graduate students. Register here (https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/weblink/register/rea6e9bb9a96ed91b19422bb8abc6b5ec).
- 5:00 PM1hNPHC General Body Meeting
- 5:00 PM2hSubstance Use Risk Reduction Peer Health Educators Drop-In HoursSubstance 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.
- 5:00 PM2hWomen in STEM DayJoin us in observance of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, an annual occasion that serves to promote the full and equal participation of women and girls in STEM fields and to celebrate their achievements. Faculty RSVP here https://forms.office.com/r/BPmdHZBRq8 (https://forms.office.com/r/BPmdHZBRq8) Students RSVP here https://forms.office.com/r/1GumzwsLzE (https://forms.office.com/r/1GumzwsLzE)
- 5:15 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – ABC (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Yoga FlowFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:30 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Spring 2025 - Hybrid Fitness Training - Session 4 (Mon/Wed 5:30pm) w/ Caroline S.For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 5:45 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Group Fitness Instructor Training CourseFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:00 PM1hIFC Exec Meeting
- 6:00 PM3hSouth Park Clinic Directors Meeting
- 6:00 PM3hUConn Men's Ice Hockey vs Alaska AnchorageView Men's Ice Hockey's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule)
- 6:15 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Dance Fit (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:15 PM1hCPH Exec Meeting
- 6:30 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – YogalatesFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 6:45 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:00 PM1hCPH - Open Meeting
- 7:00 PM1hIFC - General Body Meeting
- 7:15 PM1hGroup Fitness Class – Total Body StrengthFor the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 7:30 PM2hUConn Women's Basketball vs St. John's - BLACK FIVESView Women's Basketball's full schedule. (https://uconnhuskies.com/sports/womens-basketball/schedule)
- 7:45 PM45mGroup Fitness Class – Spin (45)For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website (https://recreation.uconn.edu/group-fitness-schedule/).
- 8:00 PM1hWeekly Films SeriesThursday, Jan. 23rd National Lampoon's Vacation Friday, Jan. 24th Ferris Bueller's Day Off Saturday, Jan. 25th Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Thursday, Jan 30th The Hangover Friday, Jan. 31st 21 Jump Street Saturday, Feb. 1st Groundhog Day Thursday, Feb. 6th Get Out Friday, Feb 7th Us Saturday, Feb. 8th Nope Thursday, Feb. 13th NO MOVIE Friday, Feb. 14th Crazy Rich Asians Saturday, Feb. 15th 10 Things I Hate About You
- 8:00 PM1hWeekly Films SeriesThursday, Jan. 23rd National Lampoon's Vacation Friday, Jan. 24th Ferris Bueller's Day Off Saturday, Jan. 25th Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Thursday, Jan 30th The Hangover Friday, Jan. 31st 21 Jump Street Saturday, Feb. 1st Groundhog Day Thursday, Feb. 6th Get Out Friday, Feb 7th Us Saturday, Feb. 8th Nope Thursday, Feb. 13th NO MOVIE Friday, Feb. 14th Crazy Rich Asians Saturday, Feb. 15th 10 Things I Hate About You