Share your news! Members can submit news and events in the member portal. Login to start submitting. UConn Avery Point celebrated the opening of its Husky Harvest food pantry on Wednesday,January 18th, one of four pantries to go online at each of UConn’s regional campuses.
“I’m excited and I can’t wait to see it get off the ground and in motion,” Avery Point Director of Campus Operations Janene Vandi says. “We’ve been in the planning stages for a while now, and I’m ready to take the next step. I really want to get the word out that this resource is here."
The effort is part of a University-wide The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point announces its summer show: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art (July 15—September 30, 2020)
The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point is proud to announce its summer art exhibition: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art. The exhibition was developed as a response to this unusual time of limited public activity. Open Air has two components: Open Air by Day, which offers an exhibition of outdoor The University of Connecticut Avery Point recognized 12 students during its “Week of Warriors” initiative from May 4-8. The stories of each individual student, all of whom are making a significant impact in their community during the COVID-19 pandemic, were shared on the school’s social media platforms.
The list of students includes:
Briana Barroga (Waterford, Conn.)
Maxwell Cartier (Mystic, Conn.)
Makenzie Crowell (Lisbon, Conn.)
Abigail Gautrau (Madison, Conn.)
Sierra Jennings The University of Connecticut Avery Point welcomes all local youngsters to attend a free reading party on Feb. 29 in support of the National Education Association’s Read Across America Day.
The event will run from 1-4 p.m. at the Branford House and the Student Center with live readings, games, crafts and a host of activities for children young and old. Each child will also be given a free book at the event. Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. UConn Avery Point1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton(Please notice venue change to accommodate larger than anticipated audience. It will now be held at the UConn Avery Point Auditorium (Academic building, 2nd floor).Presented by Mystic Oil, in partnership with Mystic Noank Library and The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CTEndre (Andy) Sarkany from the Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center will speak about his experiences as a Holocaust survivor at the Mystic Noank Developers of Connecticut’s first offshore wind farm, Eversource and Ørsted, today announced their economic development commitments and community contributions as part of their Constitution Wind project bid, which was submitted to the state in late September in response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for offshore wind energy generation.
Constitution Wind’s economic development commitments will strategically invest in local port infrastructure for direct use by the offshore wind industry, renew the Hosting a Holiday Party?? Come celebrate at the Oceanfront Branford House Mansion. A Unique beautiful setting located at UConn Avery Point. For info., please call 860 405-9072 or email Katherine.Pollard@Uconn.edu The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites media members to the Opening Reception for the Electric Boat Employee Art Exhibition. The event will take place at the Alexey von Schlippe Gallery on the second floor of the Branford House from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24.
The exhibition will be open to the general public and campus community from 12-4 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from October 24, 2019 through January 5, 2020 (excluding Nov. 28 and 29).
On display for this The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites all local residents and their dogs to campus this Friday, September 27 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to meet two new members of its campus community – Sergeant Justin Cheney and Officer Tildy, a three-year old yellow lab/golden retriever mix. The event will take place at the campus gazebo, adjacent to the University police station.
No advance registration is required for this event, and free parking will be available in lots A and B on campus.
Sergeant Cheney The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites all campus community members and local residents to join us for a panel discussion and networking event entitled “Women Leaders Making a Difference” on Sept. 20 from 1-4 p.m. at the campus Student Center Auditorium. The event brings together a group of inspirational women leaders in the region who will share their stories, contributions and ideas for empowering one another.The Keynote Speaker for the event is Kate Farrar (Executive Director of the Gain a comprehensive understanding of business building fundamentals and emerge from this class with a solid blueprint firmly in hand. Give your business concept the advantage of a well thought out plan. This 10-session course is taught by industry experts in a dynamic peer-to-peer environment and is supported by an interactive online tool to guide you every step of the way. Topics Include:
• Business Basics• Marketing Plan• Business Types/Legal Entities• Basic Trailing by two points with less than a minute remaining, the University of Connecticut Avery Point women’s basketball team scored seven straight points on its way to a thrilling 84-82 win over No. 2 nationally ranked Massasoit CC in the Region XXI Tournament final on March 3.
With the win, the Pointers advance to the NJCAA Division III National Tournament for the second straight year.
UConn Avery Point is the No. 6 seed in the tournament and will play No. 3 seeded Owens Community College (Md.) on To the University Community:
It is my pleasure to inform you that the Board of Trustees voted unanimously this morning to appoint Thomas C. Katsouleas the 16th president of the University of Connecticut.
Tom is an extremely talented and highly experienced leader in higher education. He has served as a faculty member and senior leader at some of the most prestigious universities in the nation, both public and private. He is a well-known and respected scholar and inventor. He currently serves as the provost New London, CT – Higher Edge is a nonprofit that guides low-income and first-generation students through enrollment, retention, and graduation from college by providing the support and resources needed for success. Students admitted into its College Access Program begin working with Higher Edge staff their senior year of high school to apply to college. Once enrolled, students transition to the organization’s Success Program. Higher Edge is currently seeking Summer 2019 paid internships for its Success Thursday, November 8, 2018
4:00pm - 6:00pm
UConn Avery Point,
Branford House
1084 Shennecossett Road • Groton, CT 06340
Join us for the kick off of the Naval and Maritime Consortium and learn about business opportunities in the region!
Hors d'oeuvres • Cash Bar • Welcome by Congressman Joe Courtney
Come be a part of a network of companies that collectively addresses challenges, shares solutions, collaborates on opportunities, and capitalizes on the growing national undersea and offshore wind Mystic, CT – Over 50 women in science met with Mystic Aquarium guests as part of the fourth Annual Women in Science Day. Scientists, researchers and animal care professionals as well as women of achievement from the local scientific community showcased the amazing work they do in the name of science.
“The goal is to allow children of all ages to talk to our scientists and explore different career options in a variety of scientific fields,” said Kelly Matis, Vice President of Education and Conservation Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation has announced the distribution of $107,400 to 38 eastern CT non-profits that will improve the quality of life for thousands of children in the region.
The Foundation raised funds throughout 2017 with fundraisers including the 6th Annual Bowl-a-Thon at High Rollers Luxury Lanes at Foxwoods Resort Casino in April and the 34th Annual Holiday Gala held at Mohegan Sun in December.
“I would like to thank the community for its continued support of Don't miss your opportunity to join some of the nation's most prominent business executives, thought leaders, and academic experts. Get your business involved in the Geno Auriemma UConn Leadership Conference:
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UConn's Technology Incubation Program (TIP) to Host Networking Event
Groton, CT – UCONN's Technology Incubation Program is hosting a networking and learning event for entrepreneurs, researchers and others in our innovation community. The Foundation for Building an Emerging Growth Company event will feature a discussion of the keys to building a scalable business and is scheduled for:
Tuesday March 24th
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UConn Avery Point celebrated the opening of its Husky Harvest food pantry on Wednesday,January 18th, one of four pantries to go online at each of UConn’s regional campuses.
Outdoor Art Exhibition and Evening Film Series Opens at UConn, Avery Point
UConn Avery Point Highlights Student Achievements During ''Week of Warriors'' Initiative
UCONN Avery Point Celebrate NEA's Read Across America Day on Feb. 29
Holocaust Survivor Endre (Andy) Sarkany Speaks February 4
Eversource and Ørsted Announce Connecticut Economic Development Commitments and Community Contributions
Branford House at Avery Point
UConn Avery Point To Host Opening Reception for Electric Boat Employee Art Exhibition on Oct. 24
UConn Avery Point Invites Community to Meet Sergeant Justin Cheney and Officer Tildy
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UConn Avery Point To Host “Women Leaders Making a Difference” on Sept. 20
WBDC: Business Plan Clinic
Back-to-Back! Late Run Sends Pointers To Region XXI Title, National Tournament Bid
UConn Announces Thomas C. Katsouleas as 16th University President
Higher Edge Seeking Paid Summer Internships for Success Program Students
Naval & Maritime Consortium Launch Nov 8 in Groton
Mystic Aquarium Hosts Successful Women in Science Day
Chamber Foundation Provides $107,400 to 38 Eastern CT Non-Profits
Chamber Members: Participate in the UConn Leadership Conference at Mohegan Sun Oct. 26-27
UConn's Technology Incubation Program to Host Networking Event
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