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		5pm CCEI Summer Fellowship Info Session CCEI Summer Fellowship Info Session Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM Other virtual: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-fellowship-info-session-tickets-522242329867 Do you want to spend your summer working on a business you created? How about receiving $15,000 in funding for your business, $5,000 of which you can elect to take as a stipend for the summer? The Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has opened up the application for this year's Summer Fellowship Program! Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator program and is an immersive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff and alumni). We’re holding a virtual info session for Summer Fellowship on February 28, 2023 from 5-6pm. If you’re interested in learning more, please RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/summer-fellowship-info-session-tickets-522242329867 The Summer Fellowship program takes place June through August and startup teams spend 3 days a week over 8 weeks taking a deep dive into their business with the support of mentors, industry experts, and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions help educate program participants on how to define their business, build their brand, and launch their venture, all while building a community with the other entrepreneurs participating in the program. Summer Fellowship is CCEI’s flagship program and has prepared startups to launch their company, generate revenue, raise funding (grants, investments, etc.), and be accepted into next step opportunities such as incubators and accelerator programs. The application deadline for the 2023 cohort is Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 11:59pm. Find more information and apply here: http://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/summer-fellowship/ If your application is reviewed and you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to present a short pitch on what your project or company idea is in front of a panel of judges who will be selecting which teams participate. This virtual team pitch is scheduled for March 29th, 2023. This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. http://ccei.uconn.edu Contact Information: alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu More	12:30pm Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT and Pre-OPT) Workshop UConn Law - In Person Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT and Pre-OPT) Workshop UConn Law - In Person Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM Law School UConn LAW - Lib 202 This session is for F-1 LAW students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum. All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS. Please know that you must attend the workshop for the whole hour in order to obtain full credit. You will be required to check-in at the beginning of the workshop. A maximum delay of 5 mins is accepted, if you are showing up after this time, please attend the next workshop available. Sign up here: https://icworkshops.uconn.edu Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 2:30pm Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus Group referral Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including: Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others. To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705 More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/ Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More	10am OPT Workshop- In-person (sign-up required) OPT Workshop- In-person (sign-up required) Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202A 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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT. Please sign up on the link below: https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?event=3339 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 11:30am Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health) Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health) Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 11:30 AM - 04:00 PM Hartford Campus Atrium Lobby and HTB 216 Join us to learn about the 4+1 FastTrack Master of Public Health Program. Contact Information: Hillary Barigye barigye@uchc.edu More 4:15pm International Student Support Group-In Person Meeting (“Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”) International Student Support Group-In Person Meeting (“Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”) Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 04:15 PM - 05:15 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 We would like to invite you to a special meeting on the First Thursday of each month at the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM, called the International Student Support Group. Each month we will focus on different topics and for this Thursday, March 2nd is “Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”. We hope that you will consider attending-we would love to see you at the meeting! Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 5:30pm 15 Minutes to Calm 15 Minutes to Calm Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM Other Online Breathing & Forgiveness Meditation Join us to practice breathing & forgiveness meditation to find a calm moment in our busy days. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate. Thursdays at 5:30pm https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More
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4:45pm CISS Spring Ice-Skating Party CISS Spring Ice-Skating Party Sunday, March 5th, 2023 04:45 PM - 05:45 PM Storrs Campus Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, UConn The Center of International Students & Scholars would like to invite you and your family/friends to join us for a fun afternoon of ice skating on Sunday, March 5, 2023. When: Sunday, March 5, 2023, 4:45pm-5:45pm (you should come 15 minutes early to try out skating shoes to rent if needed) Where: Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, U-3275, Storrs CT 06269 Admission Fee: FREE, sponsored by CISS Stake Rental: $7 per pair (please bring only cash or check to pay for your skates) Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8916531 We hope to see you there! Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More	4pm Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (In person) Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (In person) Monday, March 6th, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars especially for those international students and scholars who need to file a 2022 tax return. International students and scholars who were present in the U.S. in 2022 have certain tax forms they need to fill out, even if they didn’t work or earn income. Join ISSS to learn about what tax forms you need to file, and what resources UConn offers to help you prepare your taxes! Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More	9am OPT Workshop-Virtual OPT Workshop-Virtual Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Other Virtual 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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT. How to Join: Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=mc3bb8759b80f16c775483863f5ca59f8 Meeting number: 2624 559 4737 Password: Workshops23 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 9:30am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jinkai Xu Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jinkai Xu Tuesday, March 7th, 2023 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus Montieth 214 Synthesizing Datasets and Its Application in Actuarial Science. Doctoral field of study: Ph.D. in Mathematics with Thesis in Actuarial Science Contact Information: Guojun Gan, guojun.gan@uconn.edu More	12pm International Women's Day Celebration International Women's Day Celebration Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Storrs Campus UConn Women's Center Please join UConn Women's Center and Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) in celebrating International Women's Day-March 8th. We will be making cards, learning about this special holiday and how it is celebrated in many countries. Roses will be passed out at this event (while supplies last), Refreshments are provided (Feel free to bring your lunch and eat while learning about this event). When: Wednesday. March 8, 2023 from 12pm to 1pm Where: Student Union, UConn Women's Center, 4th Floor We hope to see you at the event! Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8949809 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 2:30pm Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus Group referral Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including: Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others. To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705 More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/ Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More 6pm Sexuality Series: Setting Boundaries Sexuality Series: Setting Boundaries Wednesday, March 8th, 2023 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM Other Online Join us as we discuss boundaries: what they are, how to set them, and how to communicate them to others. Students can ask anonymous questions of the guest panelists. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82061530000?pwd=NDBCM09RTUc5SUxiTEhTMzZXcm5hQT09 Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More	4pm Adjusting to Academia as a New UConn International Student: Writing Workshop Session 2 Adjusting to Academia as a New UConn International Student: Writing Workshop Session 2 Thursday, March 9th, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 In this two-part writing workshop designed to support international student success, we will cover key rules to help students become better writers and key strategies to avoid plagiarism. We will specifically address grammar, vocabulary, and paragraph structure to increase written clarity and precision. Refreshments will be provided but try to bring an empty water bottle to be eco-friendly! Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 5:30pm 15 Minutes to Calm 15 Minutes to Calm Thursday, March 9th, 2023 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM Other Online Breathing & Stretching Join us to practice breathing & stretches for stress management & to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate. Thursdays at 5:30pm https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More	10am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Waseet Kazmi Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Waseet Kazmi Friday, March 10th, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus Monteith 214 (Colloquium Room) Ordered Groups, Computability and Cantor-Bendixson Rank Doctoral field of study: Mathematics Contact Information: David Reed Solomon, david.solomon@uconn.edu More 3pm CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan Friday, March 10th, 2023 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan Get ready for a cultural afternoon learning about Jordan— #UConnCISS ☕ WHEN: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 3pm WHERE: Center for International Students & Scholars - 2019 Hillside Road, Storrs CT All students are welcome to travel with us to a new place every month! CISS Coffee Hour brings together students, staff and faculty to enjoy some refreshments and learn more about a country, culture or student group through an informal and fun presentation 🌎 If you would like to work with CISS to present at Coffee Hour, please contact Nadine Boudissa at nadine.boudissa@uconn.edu #InternationalStudents #UConnISSS Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More
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			All Day CCEI Summer Fellowship Application Deadline CCEI Summer Fellowship Application Deadline Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Other virtual Do you want to spend your summer working on a business you created? How about receiving $15,000 in funding for your business, $5,000 of which you can elect to take as a stipend for the summer? Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator program and is an immersive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff and alumni). The Summer Fellowship program takes place June through August and startup teams spend 3 days a week over 8 weeks taking a deep dive into their business with the support of mentors, industry experts, and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions help educate program participants on how to define their business, build their brand, and launch their venture, all while building a community with the other entrepreneurs participating in the program. Summer Fellowship is CCEI’s flagship program and has prepared startups to launch their company, generate revenue, raise funding (grants, investments, etc.), and be accepted into next step opportunities such as incubators and accelerator programs. The application deadline for the 2023 cohort is Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 11:59pm. Find more information and apply here: http://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/summer-fellowship/ If your application is reviewed and you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to present a short pitch on what your project or company idea is in front of a panel of judges who will be selecting which teams participate. This virtual team pitch is scheduled for March 29th, 2023. This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. http://ccei.uconn.edu Contact Information: alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu More 2:30pm Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus Group referral Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including: Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others. To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705 More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/ Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More 4pm CISS Board Game Day CISS Board Game Day Wednesday, March 15th, 2023 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 Date changed due to weather If you are on campus during Spring Break please come to CISS to play some fun board games and hang out with CISS staff and other UConn students. Bring your friends with you if you would like to have more fun. Time: Tuesday, March 14, 4:00pm-6:00pm Location: CISS 202 Some snacks will be provided. Hope to see you at our event! Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More	1pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Chung-Hao Liu Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Chung-Hao Liu Thursday, March 16th, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM Storrs Campus Science 1 Room 2008 Doctoral field of study: Polymer Science Thesis Title: Encapsulation and Polymerization in The Fluid Phase of a Well-Defined Bicellar Template Contact Information: Mu-Ping Nieh, mu-ping.nieh@uconn.edu, 8607868638 More
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All Day CCEI Summer Fellowship - EXTENDED Application Deadline CCEI Summer Fellowship - EXTENDED Application Deadline Sunday, March 19th, 2023 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Other virtual Do you want to spend your summer working on a business you created? How about receiving $15,000 in funding for your business, $5,000 of which you can elect to take as a stipend for the summer? Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator program and is an immersive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff and alumni). The Summer Fellowship program takes place June through August and startup teams spend 3 days a week over 8 weeks taking a deep dive into their business with the support of mentors, industry experts, and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions help educate program participants on how to define their business, build their brand, and launch their venture, all while building a community with the other entrepreneurs participating in the program. Summer Fellowship is CCEI’s flagship program and has prepared startups to launch their company, generate revenue, raise funding (grants, investments, etc.), and be accepted into next step opportunities such as incubators and accelerator programs. The EXTENDED application deadline for the 2023 cohort is Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 11:59pm. Find more information and apply here: http://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/summer-fellowship/ If your application is reviewed and you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to present a short pitch on what your project or company idea is in front of a panel of judges who will be selecting which teams participate. This virtual team pitch is scheduled for March 29th, 2023. This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. http://ccei.uconn.edu. If you have any questions, please reach out to alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu Contact Information: alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu More	2pm CPT & Pre-Completion OPT Workshop-Virtual CPT & Pre-Completion OPT Workshop-Virtual Monday, March 20th, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Other Virtual This session is for F-1 students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum. All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS. How to join: Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m88695a31654110263fdc3003bab5be98 Meeting number: 2621 256 2965 Password: Workshops23 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Patricia Myer Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Patricia Myer Monday, March 20th, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM Avery Point Campus Lowell Weicker Building, Seminar Room 103 A Critical Examination of the Factors Controlling Methylmercury Uptake into Marine Plankton Oceanography Contact Information: Robert Mason, robert.mason@uconn.edu More	11:30am Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health) Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health) Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 11:30 AM - 04:00 PM Hartford Campus Atrium Lobby and HTB 216 Join us to learn about the 4+1 FastTrack Master of Public Health Program. Contact Information: Hillary Barigye barigye@uchc.edu More 4pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin Mahoney Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin Mahoney Tuesday, March 21st, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Storrs Campus Webex Utilization of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Clinical Practice Champion to Enhance Hepatitis C Screening, Testing and Treatment Initiation Within an Open Access Opioid Treatment Program Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More	10am Master's Thesis Defense of Sarita Munoz-Gomez Master's Thesis Defense of Sarita Munoz-Gomez Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus BPB 130 How to create a pigmentation pattern: exploring pigmentation patterns in two Mimulus species Contact Information: Sarita Munoz-Gomez More 2:30pm Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus Group referral Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including: Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others. To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705 More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/ Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More	11am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Salvatore Diaz Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Salvatore Diaz Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Storrs Campus SH 118 Barriers and Motivating Factors for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to Continue Their Nursing Education Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More 1pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zaili Hou Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zaili Hou Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM Storrs Campus Science 1 2008 Hybrid functional materials with multiscale architecture design (Polymer Science) Contact Information: Luyi Sun, luyi.sun@uconn.edu More 2pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Yingzhou He Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Yingzhou He Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Storrs Campus MONT, 214 Title: Enhancing the Healthy Life Expectancy Model by Analyzing the Quality of Life for Older Individuals Field of Study: Mathematics Concentration in Actuarial Science Contact Information: Jeyaraj Vadiveloo, 860-486-3818, jeyaraj.vadiveloo@uconn.edu More 4pm 8843 Pizza Party (4pm - 5pm session) 8843 Pizza Party (4pm - 5pm session) Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 8843 Pizza Party- 4-5 and 5-6 session. Learn how to fill out the tax form 8843 this day. Sign up required: 4-5pm Session https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3348 5-6pm session https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3349 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 5pm 8843 Pizza Party (5-6pm session) 8843 Pizza Party (5-6pm session) Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM Storrs Campus CISS Room 202 8843 Pizza Party- 4-5 and 5-6 session. Learn how to fill out the tax form 8843 this day. Sign up required: 4-5pm Session https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3348 5-6pm session https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3349 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 5:30pm 15 Minutes to Calm 15 Minutes to Calm Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM Other Online Breathing & Meditation to be Present Join us this week to practice breathing & meditation to be present to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience necessary to participate. Thursdays at 5:30pm https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc Contact Information: joleen.nevers@uconn.edu More	1pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Anna Young Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Anna Young Friday, March 24th, 2023 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM Storrs Campus WebEx-email for link Google, Are you Telling me What to do? Examining the Impact of Google Search Agenda and Perceived Threat on Public COVID-19 Vaccination Behavior Communication Contact Information: Ken Lachlan, Kenneth.Lachlan@uconn.edu More OPT Workshop-Virtual OPT Workshop-Virtual Friday, March 24th, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Other Virtual 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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT. How to join: Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m3e9864f876a8aea982825aef55b204e4 Meeting number: 2620 287 2478 Password: Workshops23 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 3pm Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (Virtual) Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (Virtual) Friday, March 24th, 2023 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM Other Virtual ISSS will offer a virtual workshop on Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars especially for those international students and scholars who need to file a 2022 tax return. International students and scholars who were present in the U.S. in 2022 have certain tax forms they need to fill out, even if they didn’t work or earn income. Join ISSS to learn about what tax forms you need to file, and what resources UConn offers to help you prepare your taxes! How to join: Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m3ad5c458b6ef05097d3292cddc1a24e9 Meeting number: 2622 273 0255 Password: Tax2022 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More	2pm CISS Ice-skating Party CISS Ice-skating Party Saturday, March 25th, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM Storrs Campus Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, Storrs CT 06269 CISS would like to invite you to our last ice-skating event this semester. Bring your friends or family members with you to have a great time together. WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2023, 2:00pm-3:00pm (you should come at lest 20 minutes early to try out skating shoes to rent if needed) WHERE: Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, Storrs CT 06269 Admission Fee: FREE, sponsored by CISS Skate Rental: $7 per pair (CASH or CHECK ONLY) Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8987446 Contact Information: huong.pham@uconn.edu More
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	1:30pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Emilee Binette Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Emilee Binette Monday, March 27th, 2023 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Storrs Campus Webex Show and Tell: Photography and storytelling to better understand the family experience of end-of-life in the Intensive Care Unit Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More 2pm OPT Workshop-Virtual OPT Workshop-Virtual Monday, March 27th, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM Other Virtual 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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT. How to join: Meeting link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m0dea7fc6b7e41b4b5525d9a9c5d62272 Meeting number: 2621 727 9088 Password: Workshops23 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More		12pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Lisa Knoll Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Lisa Knoll Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Storrs Campus Webex The Standardization of Home Blood Pressure Monitoring in Primary Care: A Quality Improvement Project Contact Information: Joy Elwell More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Prakhar Bansal Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Prakhar Bansal Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM UConn Health Grossman Auditorium - 400 Farmington Ave Xist-driven Whole Chromosome Inactivation in Human Pluripotent Stem Cells Also on Webex: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m43081be92f408e9ade67e26b6a62f356 Contact Information: Prakhar Bansal, 2035075242, pbansal@uchc.edu More 1:30pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Christina Alberino Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Christina Alberino Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Storrs Campus Webex Utilization of Advanced Practice Providers in Acute Stroke Response: A Program Evaluation Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More 2:30pm Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 02:30 PM - 04:00 PM Storrs Campus Group referral Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities. Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback. Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including: Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others. To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705 More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/ Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More 4pm Expand Your Career Options: Early Career Faculty Expand Your Career Options: Early Career Faculty Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 04:00 PM - 05:15 PM Other Webex This panel session invites doctoral alumni who are early in their faculty careers to share experiences and insights gained during the first year of their faculty positions. Register here: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/weblink/register/rfe3345d30a0cf689542ff0ece091610e Contact Information: career@uconn.edu More	10am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Henry Frye Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Henry Frye Thursday, March 30th, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus Torrey Life Science 111 Novel hyperspectral approaches to quantifying taxonomic and functional diversity in terrestrial ecosystems Contact Information: Cynthia Jones, cynthia.s.jones@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Carolyn Levy Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Carolyn Levy Thursday, March 30th, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus Webex Breastfeeding-Friendly Pediatric Primary Care Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More 5pm Thinking About Grad School: What International Students Need to Know Thinking About Grad School: What International Students Need to Know Thursday, March 30th, 2023 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM Storrs Campus Rowe 122 Are you thinking about studying for a Master’s or Doctoral degree? This workshop is for international students who are thinking about grad school and want to learn more about graduate education, especially in the U.S. context, application tips, life as a grad student, and more. Refreshments provided. Registration required: https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3350 Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 5:30pm 15 Minutes to Calm 15 Minutes to Calm Thursday, March 30th, 2023 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM Other Online Breathing & Mind & Body Affirmations Join us for breathing & mind & body affirmations to help us find a calm moment in our days & extend kindness to ourselves & others. All students are welcome, & no experience necessary to join.  Thursdays at 5:30pm https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc Contact Information: joleen.nevers@uconn.edu More	8am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jose Ortiz-Garcia Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jose Ortiz-Garcia Friday, March 31st, 2023 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM Other Virtual Title: Induced Electronic Energy Level Shifts of self assembled Porphyrin Monolayers and Synthesis of 2D Covalent Organic Frameworks Field of Study:PhD in Chemistry Contact Information: Rebecca Quardokus, rebecca.quardokus@uconn.edu More 9am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk Friday, March 31st, 2023 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus Webex How early is early enough? How enrolling in Early Head Start and the availability of services during pregnancy promotes later parenting and child development outcomes Doctoral Field of Study: Human Development and Family Sciences Contact Information: Caitlin Lombardi, caitlin.lombardi@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk Friday, March 31st, 2023 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Storrs Campus WebEx - email for link How early is early enough? How enrolling in Early Head Start and the availability of services during pregnancy promotes later parenting and child development outcomes Human Development & Family Sciences Contact Information: Caitlin Lombardi, caitlin.lombardi@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Ganchao Wei Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Ganchao Wei Friday, March 31st, 2023 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Storrs Campus AUST 340 Title: Bayesian modeling of neural spiking activity Field of study: statistics Contact Information: Xiaojing Wang, xiaojing.wang@uconn.edu; Ian Stevenson, ian.stevenson@uconn.edu More 11:30am Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Michelle Tennyson Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Michelle Tennyson Friday, March 31st, 2023 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM Storrs Campus Oak Hall, 236 Silhouettes on the Stage: Adaptation in Spanish Caribbean Theater of the New Millennium. Department of Literatures, Culture and Languages,Hispanic Studies. Contact Information: Guillermo Irizarry, guillermo.irizarry@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zelin Yun Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zelin Yun Friday, March 31st, 2023 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM Storrs Campus WebEx Online Towards a Real-time Wireless Powered Communication Network Contact Information: Dr. Song Han (song.han@uconn.edu) More 1pm The Life After F-1: H-1B and Permanent Resident Option The Life After F-1: H-1B and Permanent Resident Option Friday, March 31st, 2023 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Storrs Campus Oak Hall, Room 101 & virtual F-1 students can stay and work in the U.S. with OPT after they graduate. But what if they want to work here after their OPT ends? This workshop, presented by Lesley Salafia from UConn's Office of the General Counsel, will help you understand the H-1B and permanent residence options for employment in the U.S. This workshop will be held in-person with virtual option for regional campus students. In-person event, sign up required:https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3355 Oak Hall, room 101. How to join virtually: Join link: https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m4fd393697fbec8be21e5f224e0a8a2ed Webinar number: 2620 581 1073 Webinar password: Workshops23 (96757467 from phones) Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More 2pm Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Nicole M. Tillquist Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Nicole M. Tillquist Friday, March 31st, 2023 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM Storrs Campus ATL 109 Multigenerational Effects of Poor Maternal Nutrition During Gestation on Offspring Growth and Development in Sheep Contact Information: Kristen E. Govoni, kristen.govoni@uconn.edu More Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Swathy Ollikara Vasudevan Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Swathy Ollikara Vasudevan Friday, March 31st, 2023 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM UConn Health Low Learning Center A TLR4-Independent Critical Role for CD14 in Intracellular LPS Sensing Contact Information: Marlene Zajaczkowski mzajaczkowski@uchc.edu More

3/1Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT and Pre-OPT) Workshop UConn Law - In Person

Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT and Pre-OPT) Workshop UConn Law - In Person
Wednesday, March 1st, 2023
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM

Law School
UConn LAW - Lib 202

This session is for F-1 LAW students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum. All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS.

** Please know that you must attend the workshop for the whole hour in order to obtain full credit. You will be required to check-in at the beginning of the workshop. A maximum delay of 5 mins is accepted, if you are showing up after this time, please attend the next workshop available. **

Sign up here:

https://icworkshops.uconn.edu

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/1Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students
Wednesday, March 1st, 2023
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Group referral

Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities.
Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.

Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including:

Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others.

To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705

More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/

Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More

3/2OPT Workshop- In-person (sign-up required)

OPT Workshop- In-person (sign-up required)
Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202A

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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

Please sign up on the link below:

https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?event=3339

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/2Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health)

Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health)
Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
11:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Hartford Campus
Atrium Lobby and HTB 216

Join us to learn about the 4+1 FastTrack Master of Public Health Program.

Contact Information: Hillary Barigye barigye@uchc.edu More

3/2International Student Support Group-In Person Meeting (“Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”)

International Student Support Group-In Person Meeting (“Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”)
Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
04:15 PM - 05:15 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

We would like to invite you to a special meeting on the First Thursday of each month at the Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM, called the International Student Support Group. Each month we will focus on different topics and for this Thursday, March 2nd is “Midterms and Stress Management at UConn”.

We hope that you will consider attending-we would love to see you at the meeting!

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/215 Minutes to Calm

15 Minutes to Calm
Thursday, March 2nd, 2023
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Other
Online

Breathing & Forgiveness Meditation

Join us to practice breathing & forgiveness meditation to find a calm moment in our busy days. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate.

Thursdays at 5:30pm

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc

Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More

3/5CISS Spring Ice-Skating Party

CISS Spring Ice-Skating Party
Sunday, March 5th, 2023
04:45 PM - 05:45 PM

Storrs Campus
Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, UConn

The Center of International Students & Scholars would like to invite you and your family/friends to join us for a fun afternoon of ice skating on Sunday, March 5, 2023.

When: Sunday, March 5, 2023, 4:45pm-5:45pm (you should come 15 minutes early to try out skating shoes to rent if needed)

Where: Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, U-3275, Storrs CT 06269

Admission Fee: FREE, sponsored by CISS

Stake Rental: $7 per pair (please bring only cash or check to pay for your skates)

Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8916531
We hope to see you there!

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/6Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (In person)

Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (In person)
Monday, March 6th, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars especially for those international students and scholars who need to file a 2022 tax return. International students and scholars who were present in the U.S. in 2022 have certain tax forms they need to fill out, even if they didn’t work or earn income.

Join ISSS to learn about what tax forms you need to file, and what resources UConn offers to help you prepare your taxes!

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/7OPT Workshop-Virtual

OPT Workshop-Virtual
Tuesday, March 7th, 2023
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Other
Virtual

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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

How to Join:

Meeting link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=mc3bb8759b80f16c775483863f5ca59f8

Meeting number:
2624 559 4737

Password:
Workshops23

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/7Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jinkai Xu

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jinkai Xu
Tuesday, March 7th, 2023
09:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
Montieth 214

Synthesizing Datasets and Its Application in Actuarial Science.

Doctoral field of study: Ph.D. in Mathematics with Thesis in Actuarial Science

Contact Information: Guojun Gan, guojun.gan@uconn.edu More

3/8International Women's Day Celebration

International Women's Day Celebration
Wednesday, March 8th, 2023
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Storrs Campus
UConn Women's Center

Please join UConn Women's Center and Center for International Students and Scholars (CISS) in celebrating International Women's Day-March 8th. We will be making cards, learning about this special holiday and how it is celebrated in many countries. Roses will be passed out at this event (while supplies last), Refreshments are provided (Feel free to bring your lunch and eat while learning about this event).

When: Wednesday. March 8, 2023 from 12pm to 1pm

Where: Student Union, UConn Women's Center, 4th Floor

We hope to see you at the event! Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8949809

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/8Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students
Wednesday, March 8th, 2023
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Group referral

Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities.
Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.

Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including:

Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others.

To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705

More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/

Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More

3/8Sexuality Series: Setting Boundaries

Sexuality Series: Setting Boundaries
Wednesday, March 8th, 2023
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Other
Online

Join us as we discuss boundaries: what they are, how to set them, and how to communicate them to others. Students can ask anonymous questions of the guest panelists.

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82061530000?pwd=NDBCM09RTUc5SUxiTEhTMzZXcm5hQT09

Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More

3/9Adjusting to Academia as a New UConn International Student: Writing Workshop Session 2

Adjusting to Academia as a New UConn International Student: Writing Workshop Session 2
Thursday, March 9th, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:30 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

In this two-part writing workshop designed to support international student success, we will cover key rules to help students become better writers and key strategies to avoid plagiarism. We will specifically address grammar, vocabulary, and paragraph structure to increase written clarity and precision.
Refreshments will be provided but try to bring an empty water bottle to be eco-friendly!

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/915 Minutes to Calm

15 Minutes to Calm
Thursday, March 9th, 2023
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Other
Online

Breathing & Stretching

Join us to practice breathing & stretches for stress management & to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience is required to participate.

Thursdays at 5:30pm

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc

Contact Information: Joleen M Nevers More

3/10Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Waseet Kazmi

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Waseet Kazmi
Friday, March 10th, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
Monteith 214 (Colloquium Room)

Ordered Groups, Computability and Cantor-Bendixson Rank

Doctoral field of study: Mathematics

Contact Information: David Reed Solomon, david.solomon@uconn.edu More

3/10CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan

CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan
Friday, March 10th, 2023
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

CISS Coffee Hour: Jordan
Get ready for a cultural afternoon learning about Jordan— #UConnCISS ☕

WHEN: Friday, March 10, 2023 at 3pm

WHERE: Center for International Students & Scholars - 2019 Hillside Road, Storrs CT

All students are welcome to travel with us to a new place every month! CISS Coffee Hour brings together students, staff and faculty to enjoy some refreshments and learn more about a country, culture or student group through an informal and fun presentation 🌎

If you would like to work with CISS to present at Coffee Hour, please contact Nadine Boudissa at nadine.boudissa@uconn.edu #InternationalStudents #UConnISSS

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/15CCEI Summer Fellowship Application Deadline

CCEI Summer Fellowship Application Deadline
Wednesday, March 15th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
virtual

Do you want to spend your summer working on a business you created? How about receiving $15,000 in funding for your business, $5,000 of which you can elect to take as a stipend for the summer?

Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator program and is an immersive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff and alumni).

The Summer Fellowship program takes place June through August and startup teams spend 3 days a week over 8 weeks taking a deep dive into their business with the support of mentors, industry experts, and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions help educate program participants on how to define their business, build their brand, and launch their venture, all while building a community with the other entrepreneurs participating in the program.

Summer Fellowship is CCEI’s flagship program and has prepared startups to launch their company, generate revenue, raise funding (grants, investments, etc.), and be accepted into next step opportunities such as incubators and accelerator programs.

The application deadline for the 2023 cohort is Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 11:59pm. Find more information and apply here: http://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/summer-fellowship/

If your application is reviewed and you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to present a short pitch on what your project or company idea is in front of a panel of judges who will be selecting which teams participate. This virtual team pitch is scheduled for March 29th, 2023.

This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. http://ccei.uconn.edu

Contact Information: alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu More

3/15Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students
Wednesday, March 15th, 2023
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Group referral

Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities.
Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.

Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including:

Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others.

To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705

More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/

Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More

3/15CISS Board Game Day

CISS Board Game Day
Wednesday, March 15th, 2023
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

**Date changed due to weather**

If you are on campus during Spring Break please come to CISS to play some fun board games and hang out with CISS staff and other UConn students. Bring your friends with you if you would like to have more fun.

Time: Tuesday, March 14, 4:00pm-6:00pm

Location: CISS 202

Some snacks will be provided. Hope to see you at our event!

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/16Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Chung-Hao Liu

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Chung-Hao Liu
Thursday, March 16th, 2023
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Science 1 Room 2008

Doctoral field of study: Polymer Science

Thesis Title: Encapsulation and Polymerization in The Fluid Phase of a Well-Defined Bicellar Template

Contact Information: Mu-Ping Nieh, mu-ping.nieh@uconn.edu, 8607868638 More

3/19CCEI Summer Fellowship - EXTENDED Application Deadline

CCEI Summer Fellowship - EXTENDED Application Deadline
Sunday, March 19th, 2023
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

Other
virtual

Do you want to spend your summer working on a business you created? How about receiving $15,000 in funding for your business, $5,000 of which you can elect to take as a stipend for the summer?

Summer Fellowship is UConn’s startup accelerator program and is an immersive entrepreneurial experience open to anyone affiliated with UConn (students, faculty, staff and alumni).

The Summer Fellowship program takes place June through August and startup teams spend 3 days a week over 8 weeks taking a deep dive into their business with the support of mentors, industry experts, and experienced entrepreneurs. These sessions help educate program participants on how to define their business, build their brand, and launch their venture, all while building a community with the other entrepreneurs participating in the program.

Summer Fellowship is CCEI’s flagship program and has prepared startups to launch their company, generate revenue, raise funding (grants, investments, etc.), and be accepted into next step opportunities such as incubators and accelerator programs.

The EXTENDED application deadline for the 2023 cohort is Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 11:59pm. Find more information and apply here: http://ccei.uconn.edu/programs/summer-fellowship/

If your application is reviewed and you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to present a short pitch on what your project or company idea is in front of a panel of judges who will be selecting which teams participate. This virtual team pitch is scheduled for March 29th, 2023.

This program is coordinated by the Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI) at UConn. CCEI was founded in 2007, and is a focal point for entrepreneurial activity within the University. CCEI supports student, faculty, staff, and alumni entrepreneurs across all academic departments, schools, and colleges. http://ccei.uconn.edu.

If you have any questions, please reach out to alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu

Contact Information: alycia.chrosniak@uconn.edu More

3/20CPT & Pre-Completion OPT Workshop-Virtual

CPT & Pre-Completion OPT Workshop-Virtual
Monday, March 20th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Other
Virtual

This session is for F-1 students who will do an internship or work off-campus before graduating, or for students who have internships and clinical placements as part of your academic curriculum. All internships, work and placements off-campus must be authorized through Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), even if unpaid and required for your class or program. If you are considering a future off-campus work opportunity or placement, you are required to attend this workshop before you apply for CPT or Pre-Completion OPT with ISSS.

How to join:

Meeting link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m88695a31654110263fdc3003bab5be98

Meeting number:
2621 256 2965

Password:
Workshops23

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/20Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Patricia Myer

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Patricia Myer
Monday, March 20th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Avery Point Campus
Lowell Weicker Building, Seminar Room 103

A Critical Examination of the Factors Controlling Methylmercury Uptake into Marine Plankton

Oceanography

Contact Information: Robert Mason, robert.mason@uconn.edu More

3/21Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health)

Information Table and Information Session (4+1) Master of Public Health)
Tuesday, March 21st, 2023
11:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Hartford Campus
Atrium Lobby and HTB 216

Join us to learn about the 4+1 FastTrack Master of Public Health Program.

Contact Information: Hillary Barigye barigye@uchc.edu More

3/21Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin Mahoney

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Benjamin Mahoney
Tuesday, March 21st, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Webex

Utilization of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Clinical Practice Champion to Enhance Hepatitis C Screening, Testing and Treatment Initiation Within an Open Access Opioid Treatment Program

Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More

3/22Master's Thesis Defense of Sarita Munoz-Gomez

Master's Thesis Defense of Sarita Munoz-Gomez
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
BPB 130

How to create a pigmentation pattern: exploring pigmentation patterns in two Mimulus species

Contact Information: Sarita Munoz-Gomez More

3/22Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Group referral

Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities.
Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.

Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including:

Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others.

To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705

More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/

Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More

3/23Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Salvatore Diaz

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Salvatore Diaz
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Storrs Campus
SH 118

Barriers and Motivating Factors for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to Continue Their Nursing Education

Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More

3/23Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zaili Hou

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zaili Hou
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Science 1 2008

Hybrid functional materials with multiscale architecture design (Polymer Science)

Contact Information: Luyi Sun, luyi.sun@uconn.edu More

3/23 Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Yingzhou He

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Yingzhou He
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Storrs Campus
MONT, 214

Title: Enhancing the Healthy Life Expectancy Model by Analyzing the Quality of Life for Older Individuals
Field of Study: Mathematics Concentration in Actuarial Science

Contact Information: Jeyaraj Vadiveloo, 860-486-3818, jeyaraj.vadiveloo@uconn.edu More

3/238843 Pizza Party (4pm - 5pm session)

8843 Pizza Party (4pm - 5pm session)
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

8843 Pizza Party- 4-5 and 5-6 session. Learn how to fill out the tax form 8843 this day.

Sign up required:

4-5pm Session
https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3348

5-6pm session
https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3349

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/238843 Pizza Party (5-6pm session)

8843 Pizza Party (5-6pm session)
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Storrs Campus
CISS Room 202

8843 Pizza Party- 4-5 and 5-6 session. Learn how to fill out the tax form 8843 this day.

Sign up required:

4-5pm Session
https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3348

5-6pm session
https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3349

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/2315 Minutes to Calm

15 Minutes to Calm
Thursday, March 23rd, 2023
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Other
Online

Breathing & Meditation to be Present

Join us this week to practice breathing & meditation to be present to bring a calmness to our day. All students are welcome, & no experience necessary to participate.

Thursdays at 5:30pm

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc

Contact Information: joleen.nevers@uconn.edu More

3/24Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Anna Young

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Anna Young
Friday, March 24th, 2023
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Storrs Campus
WebEx-email for link

Google, Are you Telling me What to do? Examining the Impact of Google Search Agenda and Perceived Threat on Public COVID-19 Vaccination Behavior

Communication

Contact Information: Ken Lachlan, Kenneth.Lachlan@uconn.edu More

3/24OPT Workshop-Virtual

OPT Workshop-Virtual
Friday, March 24th, 2023
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

Other
Virtual

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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

How to join:

Meeting link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m3e9864f876a8aea982825aef55b204e4

Meeting number:
2620 287 2478

Password:
Workshops23

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/24Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (Virtual)

Talking about Taxes: Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars (Virtual)
Friday, March 24th, 2023
03:00 PM - 04:30 PM

Other
Virtual

ISSS will offer a virtual workshop on Tax Filing Requirements for International Students and Scholars especially for those international students and scholars who need to file a 2022 tax return. International students and scholars who were present in the U.S. in 2022 have certain tax forms they need to fill out, even if they didn’t work or earn income.

Join ISSS to learn about what tax forms you need to file, and what resources UConn offers to help you prepare your taxes!

How to join:

Meeting link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m3ad5c458b6ef05097d3292cddc1a24e9

Meeting number:
2622 273 0255

Password:
Tax2022

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/25CISS Ice-skating Party

CISS Ice-skating Party
Saturday, March 25th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, Storrs CT 06269

CISS would like to invite you to our last ice-skating event this semester. Bring your friends or family members with you to have a great time together.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 25, 2023, 2:00pm-3:00pm (you should come at lest 20 minutes early to try out skating shoes to rent if needed)

WHERE: Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, 509 Jim Calhoun Way, Storrs CT 06269

Admission Fee: FREE, sponsored by CISS

Skate Rental: $7 per pair (CASH or CHECK ONLY)

Please RSVP here https://uconntact.uconn.edu/event/8987446

Contact Information: huong.pham@uconn.edu More

3/27Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Emilee Binette

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Emilee Binette
Monday, March 27th, 2023
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

Storrs Campus
Webex

Show and Tell: Photography and storytelling to better understand the family experience of end-of-life in the Intensive Care Unit

Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More

3/27OPT Workshop-Virtual

OPT Workshop-Virtual
Monday, March 27th, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Other
Virtual

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 Spring 2023 semester. Attend this workshop BEFORE you apply for post-completion OPT.

How to join:

Meeting link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m0dea7fc6b7e41b4b5525d9a9c5d62272

Meeting number:
2621 727 9088

Password:
Workshops23

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/29Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Lisa Knoll

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Lisa Knoll
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Webex

The Standardization of Home Blood Pressure Monitoring in Primary Care: A Quality Improvement Project

Contact Information: Joy Elwell More

3/29Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Prakhar Bansal

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Prakhar Bansal
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

UConn Health
Grossman Auditorium - 400 Farmington Ave

Xist-driven Whole Chromosome Inactivation in Human Pluripotent Stem Cells

Also on Webex:
https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m43081be92f408e9ade67e26b6a62f356

Contact Information: Prakhar Bansal, 2035075242, pbansal@uchc.edu More

3/29Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Christina Alberino

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Christina Alberino
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

Storrs Campus
Webex

Utilization of Advanced Practice Providers in Acute Stroke Response: A Program Evaluation

Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More

3/29Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students

Interpersonal Group for Graduate Students
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Group referral

Graduate Students Interpersonal Groups focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing as you balance academics, relationships, family, and personal responsibilities.
Groups offer a supportive confidential space to share your concerns, practice skills and get feedback.

Group therapy offers unique benefits to students including:

Allowing students to find more clarity about current challenges with the help of a support system and a knowledgeable counselor. Providing the opportunity for students to share and listen to the experiences of other group members. Creating a safe space where members can give and receive feedback, support, and validation from others who have had similar experiences. Allowing students to have their own journey in the group, which is enriched by the support and experience of others.

To get started with a group referral, please contact SHaW at 860-486-4705

More info about SHaW's Group Therapy sessions: http://studenthealth.uconn.edu/mental-health/group-therapy/

Contact Information: 860-486-4705 More

3/29Expand Your Career Options: Early Career Faculty

Expand Your Career Options: Early Career Faculty
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
04:00 PM - 05:15 PM

Other
Webex

This panel session invites doctoral alumni who are early in their faculty careers to share experiences and insights gained during the first year of their faculty positions.

Register here: https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/weblink/register/rfe3345d30a0cf689542ff0ece091610e

Contact Information: career@uconn.edu More

3/30Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Henry Frye

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Henry Frye
Thursday, March 30th, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
Torrey Life Science 111

Novel hyperspectral approaches to quantifying taxonomic and functional diversity in terrestrial ecosystems

Contact Information: Cynthia Jones, cynthia.s.jones@uconn.edu More

3/30Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Carolyn Levy

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense: Carolyn Levy
Thursday, March 30th, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
Webex

Breastfeeding-Friendly Pediatric Primary Care

Contact Information: Dr. Joy Elwell More

3/30Thinking About Grad School: What International Students Need to Know

Thinking About Grad School: What International Students Need to Know
Thursday, March 30th, 2023
05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

Storrs Campus
Rowe 122

Are you thinking about studying for a Master’s or Doctoral degree? This workshop is for international students who are thinking about grad school and want to learn more about graduate education, especially in the U.S. context, application tips, life as a grad student, and more. Refreshments provided.

Registration required: https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3350

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/3015 Minutes to Calm

15 Minutes to Calm
Thursday, March 30th, 2023
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Other
Online

Breathing & Mind & Body Affirmations

Join us for breathing & mind & body affirmations to help us find a calm moment in our days & extend kindness to ourselves & others. All students are welcome, & no experience necessary to join. 

Thursdays at 5:30pm

https://uconnvtc.webex.com/join/apsc

Contact Information: joleen.nevers@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jose Ortiz-Garcia

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Jose Ortiz-Garcia
Friday, March 31st, 2023
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Other
Virtual

Title: Induced Electronic Energy Level Shifts of self assembled Porphyrin Monolayers and Synthesis of 2D Covalent Organic Frameworks

Field of Study:PhD in Chemistry

Contact Information: Rebecca Quardokus, rebecca.quardokus@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk
Friday, March 31st, 2023
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
Webex

How early is early enough? How enrolling in Early Head Start and the availability of services during pregnancy promotes later parenting and child development outcomes

Doctoral Field of Study: Human Development and Family Sciences

Contact Information: Caitlin Lombardi, caitlin.lombardi@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Eleanor Fisk
Friday, March 31st, 2023
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Storrs Campus
WebEx - email for link

How early is early enough? How enrolling in Early Head Start and the availability of services during pregnancy promotes later parenting and child development outcomes
Human Development & Family Sciences

Contact Information: Caitlin Lombardi, caitlin.lombardi@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Ganchao Wei

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Ganchao Wei
Friday, March 31st, 2023
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Storrs Campus
AUST 340

Title: Bayesian modeling of neural spiking activity

Field of study: statistics

Contact Information: Xiaojing Wang, xiaojing.wang@uconn.edu; Ian Stevenson, ian.stevenson@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Michelle Tennyson

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Michelle Tennyson
Friday, March 31st, 2023
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM

Storrs Campus
Oak Hall, 236

Silhouettes on the Stage: Adaptation in Spanish Caribbean Theater of the New Millennium.
Department of Literatures, Culture and Languages,Hispanic Studies.

Contact Information: Guillermo Irizarry, guillermo.irizarry@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zelin Yun

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Zelin Yun
Friday, March 31st, 2023
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM

Storrs Campus
WebEx Online

Towards a Real-time Wireless Powered Communication Network

Contact Information: Dr. Song Han (song.han@uconn.edu) More

3/31The Life After F-1: H-1B and Permanent Resident Option

The Life After F-1: H-1B and Permanent Resident Option
Friday, March 31st, 2023
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

Storrs Campus
Oak Hall, Room 101 & virtual

F-1 students can stay and work in the U.S. with OPT after they graduate. But what if they want to work here after their OPT ends? This workshop, presented by Lesley Salafia from UConn's Office of the General Counsel, will help you understand the H-1B and permanent residence options for employment in the U.S.

This workshop will be held in-person with virtual option for regional campus students.
In-person event, sign up required:https://icworkshops.uconn.edu/index.php?admin&event=3355 Oak Hall, room 101.

How to join virtually:

Join link:
https://uconnvtc.webex.com/uconnvtc/j.php?MTID=m4fd393697fbec8be21e5f224e0a8a2ed

Webinar number:
2620 581 1073

Webinar password:
Workshops23 (96757467 from phones)

Contact Information: international@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Nicole M. Tillquist

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Nicole M. Tillquist
Friday, March 31st, 2023
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Storrs Campus
ATL 109

Multigenerational Effects of Poor Maternal Nutrition During Gestation on Offspring Growth and Development in Sheep

Contact Information: Kristen E. Govoni, kristen.govoni@uconn.edu More

3/31Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Swathy Ollikara Vasudevan

Doctoral Dissertation Oral Defense of Swathy Ollikara Vasudevan
Friday, March 31st, 2023
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

UConn Health
Low Learning Center

A TLR4-Independent Critical Role for CD14 in Intracellular LPS Sensing

Contact Information: Marlene Zajaczkowski mzajaczkowski@uchc.edu More

The Graduate School

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