About Us

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Our Priorities

Education

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Learn more about our undergraduate programs.

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Research

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Read about our research priorities.

Chris Mills ’18 Marine Science, and Assistant Professor Catherine Matassa working on a research project at UConn Avery Point on Nov. 29, 2018. (

Engagement

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Get involved in our outreach initiatives.

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