University of Connecticut

Faculty/Staff Daily Digest

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

UConn Today	Political Influence and Agriculture in the Amazon
University Policy Information	Electronic LCA Posting for Non-Unionized Positions
Training and Professional Development	1/13 Syllabus Basics and Refreshers 1/13 Neurodiversity & Neuroinclusivity 101 1/13 Making the Most of Faculty-TA Teams 1/13 Career Readiness Strategies for Student Success 1/13 Accessible Colors for Digital Content Workshop 1/14 Data Management & Sharing Plans: Using the DMPTool 1/15 Planning for a Productive Semester 1/20 Moral Wounds and Moral Imagination Promoting Student Engagement in Online Courses March 2026: TLS Foundational Leadership Skills Spring Career Purpose Workshops
Scholarly Colloquia and Events	1/15 Moving Beyond Implications Conference 2026 1/30 InCHIP Poverty & Health Networking Event and FOA 2/5 InCHIP: Citizen Science & Human-Centered AI (HCAI) CFP Conference on the Teaching of Writing
Human Resources and Benefits	Submit a Spirit Award Nomination Today
Arts, Culture, and Entertainment	Jorgensen: All Spring 2026 Events Now On Sale
Finance and Administration	Spring 2026 Student Holds Moratorium Cash Handling Training
Special Events and Receptions	1/30 2026 MLK Living Legacy Convocation.
Research, Funding, and Awards	1/20 LS: HRSA National Technical Assistance Programs 3/26 Call for Abstracts - Health Equity Symposium OVPR: Resources for Researchers Grape Study: Looking For Participants Interested in Groundbreaking Probiotics Research Enrolling Musicians Age 45-60 T32 NIH Traineeship: Cognitive Neuro. of Comm. NSF-Funded Traineeship in EdNeuro Participants Needed January 12-16
Student Activities	Summer Employment Opportunity: Share with Students Navy STEM Seminar ENGR 3109-001
Additional UConn Information	Your Financial Aid Deadline is Fast Approaching