Foundations of Shellfish Farming is an in-person training course for new and prospective farmers and those who simply seek to learn more about aquaculture practices and techniques. Financial aid is available. 

Course Website: https://shellfish.uconn.edu/FSF/

Registration: http://s.uconn.edu/shellfish

Our latest exhibit in Celeste LeWitt Gallery features “Luminous Pastels” by Jane Penfield and “Reflective Moments” by Paul R. Berger.

(Note new date for reception.)

A hybrid course where participants will complete 7 modules that include both virtual and in-person meetings . It is designed to develop and strengthen the business and technical skills that many beginning farmers with 0 - 3 years of experience, but is for anyone that feels like they could benefit from the course.
Participate in this learning experience with farmer peers and develop new networks in a safe environment to foster informal interactions, knowledge sharing, and relationship building. It is never too early to acquire some of the fundamental skills and habits in farm business management, such as How to Write a Business Plan, Statements for Financial Management, Grant Opportunities, Marketing/Branding, Tax Filing and more.
Online Sessions: January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd 12:00pm-1:30pm
In Person Sessions: January 10th and 24th, 9:00am-3:30pm at the Hartford County Extension Center

On view in our connector gallery, main floor hallway connecting CT Tower to University Tower

Apply to be a First Year Experience Mentor for fall 2025! Our peer mentors play a vital role in the First Year Experience classes. Stop by our office in Rowe 235 to talk to our students about this great leadership opportunity. We are now accepting applications for fall 2025 from: 11/11/2024 - 2/14/2025

Participate with farmer peers in a course designed to develop and strengthen the business and technical skills for beginning farmers with 0 - 3 years of experience.

Fall 2023 course evaluation were emailed directly to student for each Fall 2023 course.

If you are part of any student organization, sign-up your group for an indoor/mobile program. Either for job training or team bonding and building, Four Arrows is here for you. Please go to our website to sign-up for our programs!

If you are part of a student organization, your group can sign-up for an indoor/mobile program. Either for job training and team bonding and building, Four Arrows will be with you!

Urology Grand Rounds

Call for Applications
The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a 2-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D.
Overview:
YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research.
Eligibility:
The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement.
All applicants must:
• Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA.
• Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or M.D.
• Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program.
• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
For more information, please visit our website: https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/ or contact:
Jolene Monahan Wilding
Program Manager
monahanwilding@uchc.edu
or
Gualberto Ruaño, M.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Director, Special Projects
ruano@uchc.edu
Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School’s Website by Sunday March 30th, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program’s commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement.
As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP)

Call for Applications

The Young Innovative Investigator Program (YIIP) is a two-year program of The Cato T. Laurencin Institute for Regenerative Engineering which aims to develop the next generation of innovative scientists by providing academic training to individuals dedicated to pursuing careers as scientists and scholars in biological and biomedical science. The program is specifically focused on recruiting underrepresented students to contribute towards developing a sustainable pipeline to increase diversity among the pool of academic scientists. YIIP provides tools for scholars to conduct research, succeed in an academic environment, and become competitive candidates for medical school and/or graduate school. YIIP Scholars will acquire the expertise necessary to obtain a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD

Overview:

YIIP is an intensive research program for college graduates comprised of graduate level coursework and mentored research in biomedical laboratories at the University of Connecticut (Farmington and Storrs campuses). It provides individualized mentorship, academic support, and career guidance. YIIP Scholars earn a stipend and qualify for health insurance coverage. In addition, some tuition expenses and fees associated with required graduate level courses are waived. Upon successful completion of year one, scholars obtain a Graduate Certificate of Research Experience in Biomedical Science. In year two, Scholars who meet the academic qualifications pursue a Master of Science in Biomedical Science involving innovative mentored research.

Eligibility:

The selection committee is committed to the principle of IDEAL, which stands for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning, as a plan to achieve justice and equity. A priority for the program is increasing (1) individuals traditionally underrepresented and marginalized in the biomedical sciences and (2) first-generation students. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement.

All applicants must:

• Have completed a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an overall 3.0 GPA.
• Demonstrate high motivation and potential to become a basic scientist with a goal of attaining a Ph.D., MD/Ph.D., or MD
• Meet all eligibility criteria and have a high probability of fulfilling the social and educational goals of this program.
• Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

For more information, please visit our website:
https://health.uconn.edu/regenerative-engineering-institute/young-innovative-investigator-program/

Or contact:
Jolene Monahan Wilding
Program Manager
monahanwilding@uchc.edu

or
Gualberto Ruaño, MD, Ph.D.
Assistant Director, Special Projects
ruano@uchc.edu

Due to the competitiveness of the program, YIIP has a shorter application timeline, than the dates indicated by The Graduate School for Fall 2025 enrollment. Apply at the Graduate School’s website by Sunday, March 30, 2025. In addition to the standard graduate school requirements, please submit a copy of your Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV), a Personal Statement of Interest and Professional Goals, a Narrative on Research Experience, a Statement describing how your past, present, and future achievement will serve to advance the program’s commitment to the principle of IDEAL, and two letters of recommendation. For more information about IDEAL please visit: https://www.aiche.org/equity-diversity-inclusion/statement.

As we are committed to promoting a diverse graduate community, the Graduate School has agreed to waive the $75 non-refundable application fee for prospective YIIP students. Once you begin your online application, you must email the YIIP Program Manager stating that you are applying to the program to initiate the waiver. You will be notified when the waiver has been granted and how to proceed with your application submittal.

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website.

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website.

For the full class schedule, descriptions, and to register, please visit the UConn Recreation website.