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Learning Community Newsletter
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Maker specialists:
- Monitor the makerspace during open hours, as well as open and close the space
- Coordinate Skillshares
- Assist with inventory control, marketing, and documentation of safety
- Troubleshoot and maintain equipment
- and more!
Students should apply through JobX for this opportunity at
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While practicing social distancing,
are you discovering your inner maker while developing your DIY skills?
If so, the LCIZ is currently curating a collection of
maker videos
and wants to showcase your creations! Whether they involve cooking, crafting, sewing, art, life-hacks, gardening, woodworking, electronics, etc., we would love to feature you! If interested, please contact Cody Ryan, LCIZ Makerspace Supervisor.
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University Updates to Pass/Fail
& Last Day to Withdraw
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UConn is providing flexibility for students and its schools and colleges at the Storrs and regional campuses regarding taking spring 2020 undergraduate courses on a pass/fail basis.
Students may now elect pass/fail grading or drop a course at any time by the last day of classes (May 1), but should consult with their advisors first.
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COVID-19 Academic Policy Updates By School/College
School of Business
Brandy Nelson, Executive Director for Undergraduate Programs
School of Engineering
Whitney L. Losapio, Director of Advising
Neag School of Education
Ann L. Traynor, Ed.D., Director of Advising & Certification
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Rebecca Bacher,
Director
Academic Center for Exploratory Students
Jim Hill, Director
College of Agriculture, Health, & Natural Resources
Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Phone or WebEx
Advising Appointments using Nexus
Meagan Ridder, Director of Advising
School of Nursing
Nursing Advisees Email
Phone or WebEx
Lindsay Darcy, Academic Advisor
The Graduate School
Karen Bresciano, Assistant Dean
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Q Center Offering
Online Tutoring
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Carl W. Lejuez Selected as UConn’s New Provost
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\President Katsouleas announced our new chief academic officer will be Carl Lejuez, who joins us from the University of Kansas with a long and strong history of academic excellence, collaboration, and advocacy. A first generation college student with a liberal arts background, we are thrilled to welcome Lejuez to
#UConnNation
and are excited to get him involved with our programs!
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Other Important Announcements
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Residential Life
Roommate selection is now open, and Learning Community Housing Selection will take place on April 9 and 10.
Students who lived in Storrs and Stamford student housing before the university shifted operations due to the pandemic have been provided
guidance on next steps
, and a
list of FAQs
to help with specific questions. Students remaining on campus are also reminded not to congregate in groups in keeping with social distancing guidelines, and that for security reasons, students, staff and others should not prop doors open in the residence halls.
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Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR)
The Office of Undergraduate Research has developed an
informational webpage
to address common questions and concerns faced by undergrads and their faculty mentors.
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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
ISSS has published a list of
Frequently Asked Questions
that we receive from international students, scholars and OPT participants related to visa issues, ISSS operations and remote learning/work due to COVID-19. This will be updated continuously as information changes. This information may also be helpful for academic staff and faculty who have questions related to their international advisees.
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University Scholar Program
Information Sessions
Tuesday, April 7 | 5:00-6:00pm EDT
Wednesday, April 8 | 5:00-6:00pm EDT
The University Scholar Program has adopted significant changes to the application process for the 2020 application cycle. The new application will require a more detailed overall statement of interests and learning plan, in addition to the project proposal. The new application will also require two faculty to complete a faculty evaluation form. Details of the changes can be found
at the University Scholar website.
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Werth Innovators
Call for Next Cohort of Rising Sophomores
Applications Due
April 15, 2020
The Werth Institute is seeking current freshman year students interested in being selected to the third cohort of Werth Innovators. It will consist of 15 students entering their sophomore year in the fall of 2020. Key characteristics include having a passion for creativity and innovation, searching for solutions to everyday problems, or a desire to be a leader in initiating new programs or opportunities for like-minded students. The Werth Institute will invest in the development of Werth Innovators during sophomore year with the intention that they become ambassadors for the program during subsequent years.
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Join UConn Undergraduate and Graduate Students at the UN COP's
Climate Change Conference
in Glasgow, Scotland
in November
Applications Due
April 17, 2020
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Call for Outstanding S/RA Award Nominations
Jacqueline R. Deide Outstanding Senior RA & RA of the Year
Nominations Due
April 24, 2020
Nominate an S/RA in their second year (prior to fall 2019) or beyond who has shown and demonstrated: commitment to their residents; and an ability to build relationships in their community. Nominees should also have a demonstrated understanding of and participation in fostering staff team spirit; and support for the RLM, while also balancing academic success and the highest commitment to the S/RA position.
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CT Association for Latinos in Higher Education (CALAHE) Scholarship
Application Deadline Extended
June 30, 2020
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