Opportunities

  • Awards in Excellence Community Engaged Scholarship

    Nominations are now open for the Provost's Awards for Excellence in Community Engaged Scholarship.

     

    These awards honor individuals and partners whose collaborative work exemplifies the University of Connecticut's mission as a public institution-advancing knowledge, strengthening communities, and addressing critical societal challenges through reciprocal, impactful engagement.

     

    Please submit your nominations by January 30, 2026, using this form.

     

    Award Recipient Categories

    ✨ Student (Undergraduate & Graduate)

    ✨ Faculty (Research: Emerging & Distinguished)

    ✨ Faculty (Teaching: Emerging & Distinguished)

    ✨ Faculty (Community Impact)

    ✨ Staff

    ✨ Team

    ✨ Community Partner

    ✨ Institutional Transformation

    For more information, contact: Office of Outreach and Engagement at engagement@uconn.edu

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