Write your memoirs to share in class. These can be short unrelated pieces or part of a larger work. New members are welcome.Facilitator: Cathy Belanger

Offerings at the market may change each week, so stop by to see what we have. Bakery items may include freshly-baked pies, breads, cookies, bars, cake slices, and gluten-free/vegan offerings. Feel free to chat with the student farmers and learn more about some interesting varieties they grow, their farming practices, and what they love about Spring Valley Student Farm. Fall Market: Thursdays from Aug 28th through October 30 (pending produce/harvest availability, market may stop before October 30th)Where: Under the tents on Fairfield Way near the UConn Library Farm Fresh Market can only accept credit/debit. Open to all. Market updates: Please follow UConn Dining Services (http://instagram.com/uconndining) or Spring Valley Student Farm (http://instagram.com/springvalleystudentfarm) for market updates.

Sponsored by the Kim Family "Thalamic regulation of prefrontal function, local circuitry development, and behaviors" Presenter:Wen-Jun Gao, MD/PhD (https://drexel.edu/medicine/faculty/profiles/wen-jun-gao/) Professor, Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

Sponsored by the Kim Family "Thalamic regulation of prefrontal function, local circuitry development, and behaviors" Presenter:Wen-Jun Gao, MD/PhD (https://drexel.edu/medicine/faculty/profiles/wen-jun-gao/) Professor, Department of Neurobiology and Anatomy Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA

Stop by South Campus to connect with Student Health and Wellness's Sexperts & chat about sex and relationships! Sexpert Peer Health Educator Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered 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. The 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.  Fall 2025 Drop In Hours: September 15th – December 5thMonday: 12pm-4pm Tuesday: 9am-6:30pm Wednesday: 11:15am-6pm Thursday: 11am-5:30pm Friday: 10:30am-5:30pm 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. If you can't make the times listed, or would prefer to schedule an appointment with a staff sex educator, please reach out to Program Manager for Sexual Health and Peer Education Initiatives, Cassy Setzler, at cassy@uconn.edu (mailto:cassy@uconn.edu) For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts) or email cassy@uconn.edu (mailto:cassy@uconn.edu)

Professor S. Megan Berthold presents "Healthcare Access Among Asylum Seekers and Refugees: Comparative Insights from Research in Canada and the U.S." Dr, Berthold's widely published research addresses topics concerning refugees, asylum seekers, immigration, and trauma. She's worked clinically with survivors of torture, war, genocide, and other traumas since the late 1980s. She has testified extensively in the U.S. federal immigration court as an expert witness and serves on the U.S. National Consortium of Torture Treatment Programs' Executive Committee, heading the Consortium's research.

In Recognition of Mental Health Awareness MonthOctober 16, 2025Samantha I. Reaves, Ph.D. (https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/reaves-samantha/), University of Maryland School of Medicine; National Center for School Mental Health "Components of School Mental Health Systems, how they Support Students, and Strategies for how Teams can Assess and Improve Their Systems" RegisterDr. Reaves (http://) is an Assistant Professor at the National Center for School Mental Health. She is an experienced school mental health clinician and researcher who often provides technical assistance to school, district, and state leaders around their school mental health quality improvement efforts. Her personal research interests lie at the intersection of mental health and education. She often investigates how school or family factors influence student outcomes in underserved communities. As a clinical-community psychologist, she believes great prevention work can be done and realizes the importance of strengthening the systems children are nested in to promote well-being. She is committed to supporting schools, at multiple levels, to improve policies and procedures around student socioemotional functioning.

In Recognition of Mental Health Awareness MonthOctober 16, 2025Samantha I. Reaves, Ph.D. (https://www.medschool.umaryland.edu/profiles/reaves-samantha/), University of Maryland School of Medicine; National Center for School Mental Health Topic: Mental Health Strategies in SchoolsRegisterResearch: Mental Health in Schools, Quality Improvement, Teaming, Training, Measurement Development, Evaluation

About the Program: Join us for an informative session and Q&A to learn about the recruiting process and how it factors into your summer job search! You Will Learn: • What you should be doing now to put yourself in the best position for a successful Summer 2026 job search • Recruiting and other application timelines for your summer job search • Summer job search strategies Who Should Attend: Class of 2028 law students who are interested in learning about how to pursue a summer 2026 job through OCI and direct applications. The presentation will be focused on Day Division student considerations and deadlines but is open for all students.

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 Daveon McMullen, Psy.D (https://studenthealth.uconn.edu/person/daveon-mcmullen/)

Audience: faculty and grad directors in graduate programs Level: Introductory Learning objectives By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss UConn's institution-level learning objectives 2. Identify steps to adapt UConn's institution-level learning objectives to meet your program's needs 3. Draft grad program learning objectives Description As part of UConn's assessment activities, it designed and approved institution-level graduate learning objectives. During AY 25-26, all graduate programs will develop learning objectives that best align with their master's or PhD program. This introductory workshop explores the development of program learning objectives specific to an academic program and shares examples from other programs. Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3566 (https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3566)

"The Round Table" for Graduate Students Our Mandarin-speaking Group is a confidential, supportive space for graduate students who seek a compassionate, non-judgmental environment to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in Mandarin. Through open and mindful conversation, we'll navigate the challenges you may be facing, including academic stress, cultural adjustments, familial pressure, race/ethnicity-related stress, language barriers, and relationship dynamics. This group offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery, emotional healing, and personal growth, as we create a space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood.To join this group therapy session, please call SHaW at 860-486-4700 (tel:+18604864705) This session is held by Michelle Chen, LPC 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.

At Research Connections, learn how you can plug into faculty-led projects, student research opportunities, and funding to pursue your own inquiries. Hear from faculty and students about their experience with research, including advice on getting started, navigating university research, and turning curiosity into action.  Learn more and see this year's presenters: https://fyp.uconn.edu/researchconnections/ (https://fyp.uconn.edu/researchconnections/)  This is an Honors Event. See tags below for categories. #UHLevent11264

UConn's Office of Undergraduate Research and Office of First Year Programs & Learning Communitiesinvite you to participate in the annual Research Connections event, during the Month of Discovery at UConn. This year's event will be on Thursday, October 16 from 3:00 – 5:00pm in Werth Tower.WHAT IS RESEARCH CONNECTIONS? Research Connections is an event intended to expose first- and second-year students to undergraduate research through engaging in meaningful interactions. Faculty, staff, and graduate students are invited to share their work via tabling, demos, posters, or other mediums. This is an informational networking program involving offices, departments, and initiatives spanning any discipline or area of study.Consider participating in this year's event to share your research and opportunities in your department/discipline with undergraduate students!WHY PARTICIPATE? You'll have the opportunity to:Connect with students who are curious and eager to get involved with research. Elevate your department's visibility to increase engagement in your courses, research, and programming. Highlight your work to a student audience. Whether you represent a lab, department, or program, your participation will help students connect with UConn's culture of research and exploration.LEARN MOREVisitfyp.uconn.edu/researchconnectionsfor more information and FAQs.If you are interested in being a part of Research Connections,please click here to fill out our Interest Form.We encourage you to share with colleagues; all are welcome! Researchers will be accepted and contacted on a rolling basis until space fills.