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Point of Tranquility Album
September 14, 2020 | Music professor Kenneth Fuchs released a series of works for symphonic winds recorded by the United States Coast Guard Band.
Posted on September 14, 2020

American environmentalism’s racist roots have shaped global thinking about conservation
September 2, 2020 | The Conversation | By Prakash Kashwan, Associate Professor of Political Science | The United States is having a long-overdue national reckoning with racism. From criminal justice to pro sports to pop culture, Americans increasingly are recognizing how racist ideas have influenced virtually every sphere of life in this country.
Posted on September 3, 2020

Coronavirus gets dangerously close to isolated ‘Arrow People’ in Amazon
August 18, 2020 | National Geographic | By Scott Wallace, Associate Professor of Journalism. Amid rising alarm that the novel coronavirus has reached deep into the Amazon rainforest, threatening isolated tribes, Brazil's Supreme Court this month unanimously ruled in favor of Indigenous people's demands to force the government to protect them from the pandemic.
Posted on August 18, 2020

Study: When More Pain Means More Gain September 3, 2019
Researchers found positive psychological outcomes and increased well-being in participants who performed an extreme annual ritual as part of a national celebration.
Elaina Hancock
Snapshot: Elic Weitzel in Kosovo June 28, 2019
A UConn graduate student in archaeology just returned from a research trip to Kosovo, where he is helping collect and identify artifacts to help understand the history of the region.
Elaina Hancock
Education Abroad: Drew-Asia Keating ’20, London, England April 24, 2019
First-generation college student Drew Asia-Keating '20 (CLAS) says her Education Abroad experience in London took her out of her comfort zone.
Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications
Education Abroad: Luis Rivera ’19, Prague, Czech Republic April 19, 2019
Accounting major Luis Rivera '19 (BUS) says his Education Abroad experience in Prague, Czech Republic, helped him grow as a person.
Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications
Education Abroad: Omaniel Ortiz ’20, London, England April 11, 2019
For first-generation college student Omaniel Ortiz, his Education Abroad experience in London was the first time he traveled outside the U.S.
Mike Enright '88 (CLAS), University Communications

9/19 Coloring Pages

Coloring Pages

Saturday, September 19th, 2020

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
Where ever you are

https://benton.uconn.edu/coloring-pages-color-by-number/

Contact Information: benton@uconn.edu
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9/20 Coloring Pages

Coloring Pages

Sunday, September 20th, 2020

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
Where ever you are

https://benton.uconn.edu/coloring-pages-color-by-number/

Contact Information: benton@uconn.edu
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9/21 Coloring Pages

Coloring Pages

Monday, September 21st, 2020

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
Where ever you are

https://benton.uconn.edu/coloring-pages-color-by-number/

Contact Information: benton@uconn.edu
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9/22 Coloring Pages

Coloring Pages

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
Where ever you are

https://benton.uconn.edu/coloring-pages-color-by-number/

Contact Information: benton@uconn.edu
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9/22 Race, Rights And The Humanity Of The Mamos: On The Human As A Colonial Category And The Meaning (And Practice) Of Being Human

Race, Rights And The Humanity Of The Mamos: On The Human As A Colonial Category And The Meaning (And Practice) Of Being Human

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Other
Webex

Presenting Julia Suárez-Krabbe, Roskilde University WEBEX BOOK TALK
Race, Rights and Rebels: Alternatives to Human Rights and Development from the Global South argues that the tools of human rights, development, and race has been forged in the effort to legitimize and maintain coloniality. While rights and development can be used to achieve specific goals, they limit radical social change because they are framed within a specific dominant ontology and political horizon. This book searches for alternatives to coloniality through the lens of Indigenous and other Southern theories and epistemologies.
Book copies are available free to faculty and grads contact fred.lee@uconn.edu if you are relatively sure to attend.

Sponsored by the Race, Ethnicity, and Politics M.A. Program, the Department of Political Science, the Human Rights Institute, and the Humanities Institute (UConn)

Contact Information: fred.lee@uconn.edu for webext links, book copies, and more information
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9/22 RE-LINKING IN THE PLURIVERSE AND THE SOCIOGENESIS OF A NEW HUMANITY. SOME INPUT TO MY WHITE COLLEAGUES AND PEERS ON HOW TO BECOME ROTTING CADAVERS

RE-LINKING IN THE PLURIVERSE AND THE SOCIOGENESIS OF A NEW HUMANITY. SOME INPUT TO MY WHITE COLLEAGUES AND PEERS ON HOW TO BECOME ROTTING CADAVERS

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020

01:15 PM - 02:30 PM

Other
WEBEX

Presenting Julia Suárez-Krabbe,
from Roskilde University, Webex Public Lecture

Sponsored by the Race, Ethnicity, and Politics M.A. Program, the Department of Political Science, and Human Rights Institute, and the Humanities Institute (UConn)

Contact Information: fred.lee@uconn.edu for webex link
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9/22 Post-Completion OPT Workshop

Post-Completion OPT Workshop

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020

02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Other
Online

Do you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation.

This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Fall 2020 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

How to join:

Meeting link: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m6c0ea5f0dcb6a7432a5104e35c4b071d
Meeting number: 120 362 6625
Password: fall2020

Contact Information: Leslie.Lawrence@uconn.edu
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9/23 Ed Abroad for Poli Sci Majors

Ed Abroad for Poli Sci Majors

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020

02:30 PM - 03:30 PM

Storrs Campus
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/meet/ven17001

Join academic advisor Suzanne Waterman and education abroad advisor Valerie Jenkelunas to learn more about the program options for studying abroad and get answers to your questions! Register via Nexus https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnexus.uconn.edu%2Fsecure_per%2Fevents%2Fevent_registration.php%3Fser%3D3032%26rc%3D4869674424&data=02%7C01%7Cvalerie.jenkelunas%40uconn.edu%7C94b6682e272e442e69b908d85c083339%7C17f1a87e2a254eaab9df9d439034b080%7C0%7C0%7C637360537568840167&sdata=dba6lmeD4AY0aP09VgFpKRhNhc8UEI4ZEUpaQzdg8nE%3D&reserved=0

Contact Information: Valerie Jenkelunas
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9/24 STEM OPT Extension Workshop: GBLC/Hartford

STEM OPT Extension Workshop: GBLC/Hartford

Thursday, September 24th, 2020

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Other
Online

This session is for UConn students who graduated from a STEM major, and who are currently on post-completion OPT. The STEM OPT Extension grants you a 24-month extension of your current post-completion OPT. This session will cover rules specific to STEM OPT and the application process.

If you will apply for STEM OPT Extension, this workshop is required. Attend before you apply for STEM OPT.

How to join:

Thursday, Sep 24, 2020 9:00 am | 1 hour | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Meeting number: 120 917 0621
Password: SEPT20STEM
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m396601c4bd374baf11a3b9c1065932b3

Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu
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9/24 #ThisIsAmerica: Social Disparities Facing Marginalized Communities

#ThisIsAmerica: Social Disparities Facing Marginalized Communities

Thursday, September 24th, 2020

01:00 PM - 02:15 PM

Other
Zoom

It's no secret that social disparities are prevalent in marginalized communities. The current climate of racism, white supremacy, anger, fear and divisiveness in America is having significant impact on many children and adults. Join us for the inaugural installment of our #ThisIsAmerica social justice series for a stimulating discussion as we learn about and analyze systems of oppression that affect minority communities. Topics covered range from how students of color living in poverty are supported by their community, the mental health disparities among minority communities and racial profiling of African Americans during COVID-19 to the issues of obesity and food insecurity among minority communities, especially for African American women, and the ways racial equity supports nutritional health.

Panelist include Dr. Loneke Blackman-Carr, Dr. Jennifer McGarry and Dr. Wizdom Powell. Sponsored by the UConn Foundation, UConn Alumni, UConn African American Alumni Council, UConn Women's Center, UConn School of Social Work, and UConn College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Thursday, 1-2:15pm – Free and registration required at https://www.events.foundation.uconn.edu/website/16374/

Contact Information: Contact Abigail G. Jackson ajackson@foundation.uconn.edu or call the Office of Alumni Relations toll-free at (888) 822-5861
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9/24 Drawing Workshop

Drawing Workshop

Thursday, September 24th, 2020

06:30 PM - 07:30 PM

Other
Wherever you are

Thursdays with The Benton:
Drawing Workshop

Details: https://benton.uconn.edu/drawing-workshop/

Contact Information: benton@uconn.edu
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9/29 Anti-Blackness In The Latinx Community

Anti-Blackness In The Latinx Community

Tuesday, September 29th, 2020

02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Other
Zoom

The goal of this community conversation is to recognize and commit to thwarting the anti-black sentiment that pervades within the Hispanic community by sharing experiences and anti-racist strategies that can be used to eliminate anti-blackness in personal interactions and social work practice. We are inviting folks to share their experiences and perspectives related to the theme of anti-blackness and the forms of resistance they implement to reduce its destructive effects especially in Hispanic communities. During this event our distinguished facilitators will guide the conversation ensuring that perspectives are historically and culturally grounded.

Meet the Panelists:
1. ANN MARIE GARRAN PHD, MSW, LCSW
Associate Professor, School of Social Work
UConn
2. LUZ BURGOS LOPEZ
Assistant Dean of Students
UConn

To register: https://www.events.foundation.uconn.edu/website/16336/

Contact Information: Abigail G. Jackson, Assistant Director of Alumni Relations via email ajackson@foundation.uconn.edu
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10/1 Post-Completion OPT Workshop: GBLC/Hartford

Post-Completion OPT Workshop: GBLC/Hartford

Thursday, October 1st, 2020

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Other
Online

Do you want to work in the U.S. after you graduate? Are you on an F-1 visa? Attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how to apply for a work permit to stay in the U.S. and work in your field of study after graduation.

This workshop is required for all students who will apply for OPT and will graduate in Fall 2020 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

How to join:

Thursday, Oct 1, 2020 9:00 am | 1 hour | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Meeting number: 120 356 2159
Password: OCTOPT
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=mca9dd0a5510b0c6b49587fd5a569cbb6

Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu
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