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| University News |
 Beekeeping experiment aims to supply honey to dining halls
Just weeks after a pair of employees in the Department of Dining Services began an experiment to raise bees that will produce honey for UConn's dining halls, the brightly colored boxes that house the hives and 100,000 bees are buzzing with activity. The experiment is believed to be the first such effort at a college or university in the country.Read More
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 Chemistry professor achieves nanotechnology breakthrough
A chemistry professor in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and his graduate students have published new results in Nature Nanotechnology showing how they isolated a particular type of carbon nanotube from a sample and manipulated it in a way that could have broad applicability in drug and gene delivery, electronic devices, and nanotechnology research.Read More
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 Three nursing faculty receive profession's highest honor
Three University of Connecticut nursing professors have been elected to the American Academy of Nursing, the highest honor for nurses in the country. The American Academy of Nursing is the most prestigious professional organization for nurses in the United States.Read More
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 UConn Professor to Start Human Rights Center in Argentina
UConn's UNESCO chair in comparative human rights professor is off to Argentina to help start a world center for human rights. History and Human Rights Professor Amii Omara-Otunnu has been asked to help Argentina frame a proposal for its new World Center for the Advancement of Human Rights. Read More
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| Other University News of Interest |
| Polymer expert's lifetime work garners international acclaim
Spike Lee to base new movie on physics professor's book
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Mastering the skills of orthopaedic surgery in the laboratory
Oil-absorbing material based on UConn research
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| Alumni News |
 Public policy graduate wins award from government finance officers' group
A recent graduate of the Department of Public Policy's master of public administration program has won a prestigious national award, the $10,000 Daniel B. Goldberg scholarship from the Government Finance Officers Association. Barbara Rua, MPA '08, was recognized for outstanding performance by a graduate student preparing for a career in state and local finance. Read More
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 Class Notes: Class of 1996
Class of '96 alums have submitted many Class Notes recently. Daniel Doherty '96 and Jia Doherty are proud to announce the birth of their son, Connor Daniel. Patrick Lockhart '96 and Karen (Stokes) Lockhart '98 also had a son, Brandon Owen (pictured). Richard Twilley '96, '04 and Julie Black are happy to announce their marriage. Lawrence Walters '96 accepted a position as C.E.O of Relia-Serve. Read More Class Notes
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 Lobo inducted into CoSIDA Academic All-America Hall of Fame Former University of Connecticut women's basketball standout Rebecca Lobo '95 was inducted into the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) Academic All-America Hall of Fame during ceremonies in Tampa, Fla. on Monday, June 30. Read More
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Class Notes: What's new with you?
Did you get a new job? Get engaged, or married? Have a baby, or three? Start your own company? Earn another degree? Receive an award or recognition? Are you a finalist in a barbecue competition?
Share your good news with your fellow alums. What are you up to these days? Submit a Class Note
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Get Involved! Stay Connected!
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Events Calendar
Friday, July 18
International Alumni Reception - Taipei, Taiwan
Sunday, July 20
UConn Day with the Connecticut Sun
Southeast CT Chapter
Tuesday, July 22
An Evening with UConn Trustees Denis Nayden & Wayne Shepperd
Fairfield County Chapter
Wednesday, July 30
An Evening with UConn Head Football Coach Randy Edsall
Greater Hartford Chapter
Sunday, August 10
Freshman Picnic
Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Freshman Picnic
New Haven Chapter
Sunday, August 17
Freshman Picnic
Greater Hartford Chapter
Freshman Picnic
Danbury Chapter
Thursday, August 21
UConn School of Business Alumni and MBA Student Reception
Sunday, August 24
Baltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees
National Capital Chapter
Wednesday, September 10 - Saturday, September 20
Alumni Trip - Venice to Rome aboard the Royal Clipper
Sunday, September 14
A Day in the Vineyards
New Haven Chapter
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 Calhoun All Star Game
Two teams of Coach Jim Calhoun's former players will play in a collegiate-style game at Mohegan Sun on August 9th, the Jim Calhoun Charity All-Star Basketball Game. Proceeds from the charity game will benefit the UConn Foundation, Inc.'s Jim and Pat Calhoun Cardiology Research Endowment Fund for the UConn Health Center. Read More
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 Homecoming 2008
October 19-25
Visit the Alumni Association's Spirit Village for food, fun, and games on Saturday, October 25, then stay and watch the UConn football team take on the Cincinnati Bearcats. Read More
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 Calling All Shutterbugs
Photographers, the UConn Alumni Association is looking for your favorite photos of any of the UConn campuses to include in the 2009 Life Member Calendar! Shutterbugs can send in any of their scenic University of Connecticut photos they would consider worthy of being a "wall-hanger!" Read More
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 UConn Football Away Pre-Games
Save these dates for UConn football away pre-game events. More information will be posted on UConnAlumni.com soon.
September 6
UConn at Temple University
October 4
UConn at University of North Carolina
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| Did You Know? |
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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 Member benefit: Discounts at waterparks and amusement parks
Alumni Association members, take advantage of the Adventure Club discounts at waterparks and amusement parks this summer. A family of 4 can save up to $20 on single day admission tickets at waterparks and amusement parks. Log-in to view all of your membership benefits.
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 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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 You may qualify for a special group discount* on your auto, home, and renters insurance through Group Savings Plus from Liberty Mutual. With Group Savings Plus, you'll also enjoy fast, easy round-the-clock claims service and a variety of discounts. Read More
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Feature Photos Photos featured in this issue's header include images from Alumni Weekend 2008; the Southeastern CT Chapter's event, An Evening with UConn Women's Basketball Associate Head Coach Chris Dailey; and the Neag School of Education Alumni Society Awards Dinner.
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