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Guide dogs help thousands of people with visual disabilities navigate daily life. While guide dogs provide tremendous benefits, the current training program faces serious inefficiencies, since a large percentage never actually assist an owner. bit.ly/4eJWnLJ

Amid deep losses in federal aid, Connecticut approves $35 million to support research and innovation at UConn and @uconnhealth. bit.ly/3RsGW0J

UConn Gives 2026 breaks giving records and 95% of gifts were under $1,000 — showcasing the cumulative power of broad community support. bit.ly/4uaZml4

"BUILD Hartford is a hands-on UConn course that turns digital storytelling into real support for Hartford’s businesses," says Rory McGloin, CCEI’s associate director of entrepreneurial communication and research and the course’s instructor. bit.ly/3PFxo1S

As the global pollution crisis caused by manufacturing and disposing of single-use plastics continues to grow, researchers have developed a non-toxic plastic alternative derived from the hemp plant—a non-psychoactive type of cannabis. bit.ly/4d66NnI

Behind automated housing decisions, résumé filters, and credit scores are systems shaping real people’s financial futures. New research highlights how those outcomes can shape whether people are able to build financial stability. bit.ly/3PjIBF6

A study by Delia Furtado, professor of economics, finds that local immigration reduces mortality and improves quality of life for nursing home residents. bit.ly/3RCl6YB

Connecticut’s two most active research universities have synergized the acceleration of quantum innovation and education. bit.ly/3PwpVlL

Look how far we've come! We're honored to have been a part of your journey, congrats to the Class of 2026! 🎓

More than 8,000 Huskies heard their names called as they make the transition from “student” to “alumnus.” Relive the moments here and explore photos from our 2026 commencement ceremonies. bit.ly/3P8TPwj

The “Food Systems” weekend alternative break with Community Outreach under Student Activities took place in April, where students immersed themselves in the entire food system — from crop production to distribution. bit.ly/4uFXwbQ

Nothing due at 11:59! 🎓

Celebrating our graduates today, and also the families that helped them get here. Happy Mother's Day, to the mothers crossing the stage, and the ones cheering in the audience.

World-renowned music producer, engineer, and mixer Frank Filipetti, wants the Class of 2026 to, "wallow in your humanity, and glorify this mesmerizing messiness of being human."

Huskies forever! Come back and visit?

Kumar Venkitanarayanan has been appointed dean of the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, as well as director of the Connecticut Cooperative Extension System and the Storrs Agricultural Experiment Station, effective July 1. bit.ly/4wjdR81

The Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing’s third annual Research and Scholarship Day highlighted the extraordinary and innovative research and scholarship by UConn faculty, students, and clinical partners that is leading to impactful advances in nursing. bit.ly/4tsOtd7

Ready to cross the stage. Congratulations graduates! 🎓

"It’s not just about structural barriers existing, but it’s about pushing through those barriers and getting what you need," said Lakshita Ganesh Kumar ‘27 (ENG & CLAS), the youngest panelist during the UN’s Igniting Women’s Innovation event. bit.ly/4tku9dW

Before the Class of 2026 turns their tassels, alumni, what advice would you give to new grads?