The increase in senseless acts of violence, harassment, and bias against the Asian community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is alarming and intolerable. According to AAPI Emergency Response Network (a collaboration between the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) and …
President Joe Biden’s nominee for U.S. Secretary of Education, Neag School alumnus and Connecticut’s Education Commissioner Miguel Cardona ’01 MA, ’04 6th Year, ’11 Ed.D., ’12 ELP, was officially confirmed on March 1, 2021, by the U.S. Senate. Cardona was …
Let’s face it, progress for women in the workplace was moving at a snail’s pace even before the coronavirus pandemic hit. Now all those gains are at risk of being quickly undone and worse. For the past six years, Lean …
The ability to speak Spanish is an asset in the workplace. Many job postings seek candidates that speak both English and Spanish and your bilingual skills can move you up in the application process. However, some positions and organizations may …
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Since 1976, February has been recognized as Black History Month, an observance meant to celebrate and honor the contributions of Black and African American individuals within the United States. Each year, Black History Month designates a theme to encourage public …
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Chicago’s 39th Ward sits on the northern edge of the city and is home to plenty of small businesses, ethnic restaurants, and two universities.
Its current alderman is not a homegrown product of the Windy City, but a UConn graduate – Samantha …
Are you looking for full-time, part-time, or weekend work during Winter Break? Does making a difference for those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic interest you? Then a COVID Testing Support position with Community Health Center, Inc. could be right …
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How to Diversify Your Professional Network (Because Your Connections Shouldn’t All Be Just Like You)
Be honest: Do all of your professional contacts look and sound the same? Did your boss and all your work friends go to the same kind of school as you? Did everyone in your network take similar paths to get …
CT Students for a Dream is the only undocumented student-led organization in the state of Connecticut. They offer information on securing institutional aid and a comprehensive College Access Program.
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If you are an undocumented student living in Connecticut, …
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On November 11, we observed Veterans Day to thank those who have served our country. But you don’t have to wait a whole year to give your thanks again. It’s important that we know their stories and get to know …
