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Husk-E-News, February 2009 |
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Feature Story
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Huskies helping Huskies
Think back to when you were a student at the University of Connecticut. Perhaps there was trepidation over what the next step was going to be upon graduation.
That may have been 5, 10, 20 years ago - or more. But today, there are still students asking themselves that same question. And you can help them make that next step with the Career Network, part of the Husky Alumni Network.
The Career Network is composed of hundreds of UConn alumni from a variety of professions. They have volunteered to share their knowledge with both students and other alumni.
For alumni looking to give back, this is an opportunity to help both students and other alums. 
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UConn News
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 Membership Matters!
The UConn Alumni Association is a group of former students and friends who care about UConn's future. Membership is open to all alumni and friends of the University. Our goals are to connect alumni, support students, and strengthen UConn. If you share our commitment to building a stronger alumni network, we invite you to join the Alumni Association today!
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Neag Education Awards
Eight outstanding educators will be honored at the Neag School of Education 2009 Alumni Awards banquet, which takes place on Saturday, May 16 at the Rome Ballroom. A complete list of the honorees can be found here.
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UConn researchers make headway in study of stem cells
UConn researchers have created two new human embryonic stem cell lines and are making the lines available to academic researchers to study the therapeutic potential of the cells. The two new lines signify a milestone in the state’s pioneering stem cell program, which was approved by the Connecticut General Assembly and signed by Gov. Rell in 2005.
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Two liberal arts faculty receive NEH fellowships
Richard Wilson, the Gladstein Distinguished Chair in Human Rights and director of the Human Rights Institute, will devote his fellowship to completing a book on three United Nations tribunals: the International Criminal Tribunals for the Former Yugoslavia and for Rwanda and the International Criminal Court in The Hague. Michael Lynch, professor of philosophy, will write a book defending an original theory of truth that is at odds with both traditional theories and what he calls the new orthodoxy.
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Pharmacy graduate recognized for Alzheimer's research
David Butler, a recent graduate of the School of Pharmacy’s neurosciences doctoral program in pharmacology and toxicology, is one of five researchers in the country to be recognized as an outstanding young investigator by the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation.
Read more.
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Read more University News
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Alumni News
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Members receive discount to rent Alumni Center
The Alumni Center is a showpiece facility on a campus that is now home to some of the most magnificent buildings in the Northeast. Members of the Alumni Association receive a 20% discount on rental fees. The Alumni Center is the perfect place for wedding receptions, showers, reunions, corporate retreats, and more! For information, click here!
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February - the month of love!
Alumni Association members receive a 20% discount at 1-800-FLOWERS.com for the month of February! Need the promotion code? Log in to the Members Only site to retrieve it here.
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New travel opportunity! July 21-29, 2009
Immerse yourself in the majestic, rugged beauty of Norway. Stand along the fjords and contemplate the colossal glaciers that carved these dramatic gorges and the sparkling, deep blue inlet waters they left behind.
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Alumni Association members receive 15% off every order, every day!
Thank you for your support of HuskyWear.com, and remember that Alumni Association members receive a 15% discount on every order, every day, with additional discounts throughout the year! Don't remember your Members Only coupon code? Log in to the Members Only site. Non-members receive a 5% discount by entering the coupon code 'alumni' at checkout. But, why not take advantage of membership? Join today!
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Get Involved! Stay Connected!
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 Online directory
Stay up to date with your friends and contacts!
Search the Online Directory for fellow alumni using either the Simple Search or Advance Search options. As a registered member of the Online Community, the directory is a great resource for personal and professional networking and an easy way to keep up-to-date on fellow alumni. Visit the Online Directory, part of the Husky Alumni Network.
Husky Alumni Network
Job Postings | Resumé Postings | Career Network |
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Events Calendar
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Saturday, Feb. 14
UConn Men's Basketball vs. Seton Hall Game Watch, Governor's Park Bar, Denver, CO
Sunday, Feb. 15
UConn Women vs. Pittsburgh - Tip-Off Dinner, Alumni Center, Storrs, CT
Monday, Feb. 16
UConn Men's Basketball vs. Pittsburgh, Stonewood Ale House, Schaumburg, IL
Tuesday, Feb. 17
Speed Networking in Tough Times
Thursday, Feb. 19
Husky Happy Hour, Porter's Saloon, Washington, DC
Saturday, Feb. 21
UConn Men's Basketball vs. South Florida Game Watch, Governor's Park Bar, Denver, CO
Monday, Feb. 23
Our Economy: What Happened? What Now?
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Friday, Feb. 27
Alumni Reception & Boston Celtics Game, Boston, MA
Saturday, Feb. 28
UConn Men's Basketball vs. Notre Dame Game Watch, Corner Office Grill, Costa Mesa, CA
Saturday, Feb. 28
UConn Men vs. Notre Dame - Tip-Off Dinner, Alumni Center, Storrs, CT
Saturday, Feb. 28
UConn Men's Basketball vs. Notre Dame Game Watch, Governor's Park Bar, Denver, CO
Tuesday, March 3
UConn Schools of Business and Engineering Alumni Reception in the Bay Area
March 4 - 14
Alumni Travel - Cruising Thailand and the Malay Peninsula
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Did You Know?
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 UConn Women’s Basketball Games on Hoop Streams
For the fifth season, Connecticut Public Television – the official TV broadcast home of UConn Women’s Basketball – is once again offering all of its UConn broadcasts through an Internet subscription service called Hoop Streams.
More info
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Membership
Show Your UConn Pride by Becoming a Member of the Alumni Association!
Your Alumni Association provides more than $100,000 in scholarships to deserving UConn students, grants Alumni & Faculty Awards, plans quality programs for alumni and students, offers career networking assistance and most importantly, keeps UConnected!
Join today!
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Save the Lakes!
For generations of UConn students, Mirror Lake and Swan Lake have been scenic icons of the University. They bring to mind countless memories of early morning walks to class, views out of classrooms and dorms, and peaceful places to sit, read or gather.
As the University tries to return both of these UConn landmarks to a better state of ecological balance, a Save the Lakes Fund has been established to support restoration and maintenance of both Mirror Lake and Swan Lake.
Click here for information.
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Curtain Call Lunch prior to Jungle Jack Hanna performance
Enjoy a buffet-style meal served in a relaxed and casual atmosphere at the UConn Alumni Center, and then exit stage right for a great show at Jorgensen Auditorium. Tickets to the performance will be in a special reserved section for the Alumni Association located on the outer risers of the stage.
Read more and view the menu.
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UConn Radio Network and the UConn Alumni Association Partnership
Would you like to promote your business to your fellow UConn Alumni and fans? The UConn Radio Network and the UConn Alumni Association are proud to announce a new partnership that offers our alums a special discounted program to advertise during live broadcasts of all UConn men's and women's basketball games and football games on WTIC.com. For information, contact Jodi Kaplan at
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or Kate Gold at
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. GO HUSKIES!
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UConn Alumni Association Visa
If you support the Huskies then you want the University of Connecticut Alumni Association Visa credit card. Through a partnership with Bank of America receive top quality benefits and service every Husky fan deserves.
Learn more about the University of Connecticut Visa Credit Card.
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Popcorn Factory
Life’s everyday celebrations are easy at The Popcorn Factory, where you can find a wide assortment of delicious gourmet snacks and treats to help you celebrate any occasion! UConn Alumni Association members SAVE $10 off orders of $50 or more.
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