Office of the Provost

Dear Colleagues,

As we enter a new year and begin another semester, I want to take a moment to welcome you back to campus. I hope your winter break provided opportunities for rest, reflection, and rejuvenation.

Looking back on the past year, there is so much to be proud of as a university community. The innovative and impactful research happening across UConn continues to inspire us all. Whether it’s groundbreaking advancements in quantum technology and sustainability, new approaches in health and biomedical engineering, or thought-provoking explorations in the humanities that deepen our understanding of the human experience, our faculty and students are making discoveries that truly matter. The creativity and dedication behind this work reflect the very best of what UConn stands for—a commitment to excellence and a drive to make a difference in the world.

At the same time, our academic programs continue to grow and evolve in exciting ways. The School of Social Work launched a fully online and part-time Master of Social Work program that began this fall, and added an offering of the MSW program on the Stamford campus, expanding access to our nationally recognized MSW degree. The School of Business introduced a Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, capitalizing on student interest, faculty expertise, and national demand for supply-chain management positions. The dedication of our faculty and staff to fostering excellence in teaching and learning is at the heart of this progress.

Last year, we took important steps to strengthen the ways we support our students by aligning student success support services and the cultural centers and programs with academic and co-curricular experiences in the division of Academic Affairs. This transition emphasizes the importance of creating a cohesive network of resources that empower student achievement and well-being. We also know that the success of our students can start well before they step foot on campus. Each year, more than 17,000 Connecticut high school students participate in UConn’s Early College Experience program, providing them with a strong foundation for their future academic journeys.

As we look to the semester ahead, I encourage you to take pride in our shared achievements and find new opportunities to connect, collaborate, and make an impact in your own work. Together, we continue to shape the future of this institution and the students who call UConn home.

Thank you for all that you bring to our community. I wish you a rewarding and successful semester.

Sincerely,

Anne

Anne D’Alleva, PhD
Provost and Executive Vice President
University of Connecticut
Office of the Provost
352 Mansfield Road, U-1086
Storrs CT 06269-1086
Tel. 860-486-4037

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