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TEST New Storrs Center Showcases Smart Growth
The Hartford CourantThe University of Connecticut was placed in an ideal spot for its original 19th-century purpose, an agricultural school. But as it evolved into a multi-faceted research university, the location became something of a challenge. There wasn't much decent...Tags: University of Connecticut, Geno Auriemma, University of Connecticut Women's Basketball Program, Blue Back Square, His Girl Friday (movie)
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Calhoun: Guts And Glory
The Hartford CourantSTORRS — The reality of 40 cold New England winters are behind him. We begin with the Jim Calhoun legend now, and when legend becomes fact, they say, print the legend. UConn, ranked No. 1 in the nation, was up three against Syracuse with 11...Tags: Folklore and Mythology, National Basketball Association, Kevin Ollie, Pittsburgh Panthers, LeBron James
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Finally, A Day To Celebrate Hockey In Hartford
The Hartford CourantIt was 1989 and Todd Krygier, a little-known NHL newcomer, was sitting among a handful of Canadian teammates on the Whalers team bus. They wanted to know where he was from, so the American kid told them. "UConn," Krygier said. They thought he meant...Tags: Sports, Dannel P. Malloy , Connecticut Whale, Southeastern Conference, Notre Dame Fighting Irish
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Chain Of Environmental Consequences Slaughtering Birds
The Hartford CourantI'm not much of a bird-watcher. But I'm a devoted and appreciative observer of the common loon. Every time I see its black-and-white beauty, hear its eerie wail or watch its deep-water diving is a blessing. Each cry of the loon is precious to me. So news...Tags: Lakes and Ponds, Whitefish, Botulism, Politics, University of Connecticut
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Geno Auriemma Calls Kelly Faris' Effort 'Game For The Ages'
The Hartford Courant— Geno Auriemma, a Hall of Fame coach who has seen it all, done it all over nearly three decades in Storrs, knew when he had witnessed something special. The opposing coach, one whose team had trailed by only two at halftime and still lost by 30,...Tags: Martin Luther King Day, Gampel Pavilion, Shea Ralph, Chris Dailey, Geno Auriemma
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UConn Should Live Sustainably Within Its Watershed
The Hartford Courant"Unquenchable" is the title of Robert Glennon's scorching critique of U.S. historical water policy. The word also applies to the University of Connecticut's seemingly unlimited thirst for water. To ensure the growth of its Technology Park, hedge against...Tags: Thames River, University of Connecticut, Farmington (Hartford, Connecticut), Environmental Politics, Science and Technology
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Dog Lane Cafe Opens In Storrs
The owners of 85 Main in Putnam and Vanilla Bean Café in Pomfret have opened Dog Lane Café at 1 Dog Lane, Storrs. It's described as a "European/American cafe" with seasonal, local and fresh ingredients. The menu features breakfast items, sandwiches,...
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Dolson Sets The Tone For Powerful Win
The Hartford CourantPALO ALTO, Calif. — The beauty of the Stanford women's offense is rhythm and preparation. When it works it looks as in sync as the San Antonio Spurs and the Radio City Rockettes. On those days, the Cardinal could be sponsored by Arthur Murray...Tags: Chris Dailey, Geno Auriemma, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Stefanie Dolson, Bria Hartley
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The Top 10 Connecticut Business Stories of 2012
The Hartford CourantIn some ways, 2012 was a carryover year from news of 2011, as the governor continued his aggressive economic development spending, United Technologies Corp. consummated a deal it announced in 2011, and the year's nastiest labor strike grew out of a 2011...Tags: Career and Workplace, South Windsor, Prosecution, Unemployment Benefits, Crime, Law and Justice
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UConn Salary Bloat Wins National Notice
The Hartford CourantUniversity of Connecticut President Susan Herbst thinks she and her college are not famous enough, and last week she did something about it. She hired Tysen Kendig as the university's new publicity mogul for $227,500. But before Tysen Kendig —...Tags: Purdue Boilermakers, Bloomberg L.P., University of Connecticut, Colin McEnroe, Education
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Looking For Tech In All The Right Places
The Hartford CourantWe've listened to endless blather during this campaign season about how tax cuts will create jobs. I think Bruce Carlson has a better idea. He's finding potentially viable products developed by private industries in the state that for some reason have not...Tags: New Products, Hartford (Hartford, Connecticut), Dannel P. Malloy , Agriculture, Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology, Inc.
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Higher-Ed Chief Reaped $100,000+ In Compensation Above $340,000 Salary
The Hartford CourantRobert Kennedy, the higher education chief who resigned Oct. 12 amid an uproar over $250,000 in unauthorized raises given to his subordinates, received at least $100,000 more than his widely reported $340,000 annual salary in 13 months on the job —...Tags: Career and Workplace, Collective Contract, Hartford (Hartford, Connecticut), Travel, Dannel P. Malloy
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