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Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn destroys Notre Dame as KK Arnold's ascent continues (Ep. 158)UConn breezed through its toughest stretch in the new year, dispatching second-place Villanova with ease and then notching its largest margin of victory ever against Notre Dame. We talk about KK Arnold’s continued ascent after playing the best game of her career on Monday, Sarah Strong hitting 1,000 career points and Ashlynn Shade quietly putting together another good performance. We also discuss the Huskies’ 2015 and 2016 national championship teams, get into the latest updates on Morgan Cheli and Ice Brady, then take a deep dive into bracketology and future schedules. This is a public episode. If you woul...
2026-01-211h 11
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn hits its first (relative) rough patch (Ep. 157)UConn women’s basketball hasn’t been at top form out of the winter break, though that’s not necessarily a bad thing. We explain why and also get into KK Arnold’s value shining through after missing a game, Jana El Alfy’s recent emergence and more. We also dive into Bracketology for the first time this season.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subs...
2026-01-0745 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn cruises to another top-25 win over Iowa (Ep. 156)UConn women’s basketball kept rolling on Saturday, taking care of business against No. 11 Iowa with a 90-64 victory in the Champions Classic at Barclays Center. With the Huskies winning big despite not putting in their best performance, we look for areas they could improve going forward and why they could really benefit from legitimate competition. We also get into the top performers, discuss whether UConn’s point guard play has been up to the par and then create a Christmas wish list for the team.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to g...
2025-12-2242 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn crushes USC, is Iowa next? (Ep. 155)UConn traveled to coast-to-coast for what seemed primed to be a tough test against USC, only to come out with a blowout victory. The Huskies put together their best performance of the season behind a dominant defensive effort and offensive contributions from across the board. Can they keep it rolling against No. 11 Iowa on Saturday in what will likely be their highest-ranked matchup left in the regular season?Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a public...
2025-12-1945 min
UConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 153: Healthy Rounds Moves to Podcast FormatOur guest on the final UConn 360 podcast of the year is a familiar one to listeners of the Healthy Rounds radio show. Dr. Anthony Alessi of UConn Health is a neurologist specializing in general neurology, neuromuscular diseases, EMG and sports neurology and the long-time host of the show. It is moving to a podcast format in January and listeners can reach out to Dr. Alessi with questions at info@alessimd.com . Dr. Alessi also talks about his experience working in athletics with UConn teams, the New York Yankees, boxers, and Professional Bull Riding. In addition, co-host Izzy Harris shares...
2025-12-1724 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastGetting different perspectives on UConn (Ep. 154)This week, CT Insider’s Maggie Vanoni and the Hartford Courant’s Emily Adams join the show and provide a fresh perspective on the Huskies. We get into UConn’s comfortable wins over Xavier and USF, discuss our favorite Sue Bird moments ahead of her jersey retirement on Sunday, answer some rapid-fire questions and chat about what it’s like to cover the program.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
2025-12-051h 26
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWhat to make of UConn's close win over Michigan (Ep. 153)Following UConn’s 72-69 win over No. 6 Michigan where it nearly fumbled away a 20-point second half lead, we ask some big questions about the team: Is there a chance the Huskies aren’t as good as we think? Or could the fact that they earned a top-10 win despite all that went wrong show just how good they are? We get into all that and break down what went wrong in the second half. We also recap the much more comfortable win over Utah and look ahead to Xavier and USF.Happy Thanksgiving!Chasing Perf...
2025-11-2534 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 152: Thanksgiving with UConn Dining ServicesRob Landolphi is the Director of Culinary Development for UConn Dining Services. In his role, he and his team develop the menus to the over 200,000 meals served to students each week in Storrs. Rob joins us on his episode to talk about how student tastes have changed over the years and how everything from social media to the Cultural Centers on campus affects what is served in dining halls. For those of you that are getting ready to prepare Thanksgiving dinner, Rob provides some great tips on cooking turkey and getting sides dishes done in advance. We also discuss...
2025-11-2417 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWill UConn face its toughest test of the season against Michigan? (Ep. 152)After dismantling Ohio State on Sunday, UConn women’s basketball turns its attention to the first top-10 matchup of its season with No. 6 Michigan. The Wolverines will comfortably be the best team the Huskies have seen to this point — and perhaps the toughest test throughout the entire regular season. This week, we dive into the big win over the Buckeyes, talk about UConn’s impressive depth, discuss whether Sarah Strong had the best performance of her career and marvel at Blanca Quiñonez. After that, we preview the showdown with Michigan and also look ahead to Utah. Thi...
2025-11-1932 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn looks as good as advertised through three games (Ep. 151)Through UConn’s first three games, there haven’t been any major surprises. Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd have led the way, the depth is apparent and the Huskies already look like a well-oiled machine. This week, we go game-by-game and get into the strong start from the point guards, why the Huskies benefitted from a close game against Louisville, the areas that still need to be improved and much more.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a...
2025-11-1458 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastCan anyone stop UConn from repeating as national champions? (Ep. 150)A long offseason is over and UConn women’s basketball’s 2025-26 campaign is finally upon us. With the Huskies set to kick off the season on Tuesday against Louisville, we made our annual predictions for the upcoming year. We dive into:* Leading scorer, breakout returner, best newcomer* Most common starting lineup* Best game* Does UConn win it all, and what could prevent the Huskies from a 13th national title?* And much moreChasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best...
2025-11-0340 min
UConn Fast BreakUConn is Good, We ThinkAfter two exhibition games, UConn men’s basketball has demonstrated tantalizing depth and defensive prowess, and we can’t help but feel pretty good about it.In this episode, Aman, Patrick and Dan discuss their reviews of the new People’s Bank Arena and the Huskies’ two preseason performances before previewing the first few games to start the regular season. The 2025-26 campaign begins on Monday night against New Haven in Gampel. They have UMass Lowell in Hartford and Columbia at Gampel on Nov. 7 and 10 before the BYU game in Boston on Nov. 15. Giddyup...
2025-10-311h 04
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastTaking stock of UConn's preseason (Ep. 149)Out with the preseason, in with the regular season. UConn women’s basketball closed the book on training camp with a beatdown of Southern Connecticut State and will now turn its focus to the season opener. On this episode, we share our takeaways from Sunday’s contest, discuss where every member of the Huskies’ roster stands, and preview the matchup with Louisville.Chasing Perfection is presented by the UConn WBB Weekly. Sign up to get the best coverage of the Huskies all season long. This is a public episode. If you would like to discus...
2025-10-3050 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 150: The Lucky HuskyBethany O’Brien is the author of a new UConn children’s book and is a proud UConn graduate. She met her husband in the first month of college in the West Campus residence halls and lives with her family in nearby Tolland, as they share their love of UConn with their two children. Bethany has integrated her passion for UConn by writing a children’s book that celebrates UConn’s success in men’s and women’s basketball – “The Lucky Husky”. The book has just been published, and a share of the proceeds will benefit the care and upkeep of our belo...
2025-10-2910 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastEarly impressions from UConn's exhibition (Ep. 148)UConn has one exhibition down and another to go before the regular season begins. For the first time in a long time, there’s plenty of basketball to cover. We get into Serah Williams’ massive improvement, Blanca Quiñonez’s tantalizing potential and what more we want to see from the Huskies in their final tune-up against Southern Connecticut. We also discuss the venue change for UConn’s season opener, explain why it’s hard to get worried about any major flaws with this team and run through the new-look broadcast schedule.Chasing Perfection is presented b...
2025-10-2457 min
UConn CSCHThe Zuri App: educating Black female adolescents about sexual and reproductive healthUConn researchers discusses the development of a mobile phone application by researchers and adolescents to provide information about sexual and reproductive health in an engaging, culturally appropriate way.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Christina Ross, Assistant Professor, UConn Elisabeth DeLuca School of Nursing
Neha Raghunath, Research Assistant, UConn
Resources
Read a transcript of the podcast.
Christina Ross Faculty Page
Christina Ross Email: christina.ross@uconn.edu
Ross Pro Ash Innovations
2025-10-1517 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastBreaking down UConn's scheduleOn this week’s (pre-recorded) episode, we dive into UConn’s full schedule, break down the big games in the non-conference and bemoan the extended Big East slate. We also talk about the Huskies’ recently-inducted Hall of Famers, the award winners in the WNBA and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2025-10-0134 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 143: Keeping UConn in Tip-Top ShapeEric Kruger is UConn’s Vice President of Facility Services and University Planning and took time out of his busy schedule to join us on the UConn 360 podcast. Eric oversees a team of skilled and dedicated workers who keep the UConn campuses running and in good condition, in addition to new buildings and construction. Eric was named to his current position in March and oversees the planning and management of all facilities operations and the physical infrastructure of all UConn campuses. He has a long history at UConn and was the vice president for facilities and development and operations at U...
2025-07-2319 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn loads up in the portal (again) (Ep. 145)UConn filled its final roster spot by making one last addition: USC transfer guard Kayleigh Heckel. The Huskies are officially locked and loaded in their quest to repeat. In this episode, we get into why they look like runaway national title favorites, talk about the lingering areas of concern and discuss how Heckel fits into the team. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2025-05-2344 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn loads up in the portal (Ep. 144)UConn’s 2025-26 roster got a significant upgrade with the addition of Wisconsin transfer Serah Williams. On this episode, we get into why the Huskies are only adding to their surplus, look at how this move transforms for the team and discuss whether they’re changing their style of play in a post-Paige Bueckers world. We also talk about the team’s interest in USC guard Kayleigh Heckel, the new additions to the schedule, staff changes and Sue Bird’s new role. We wrap up with a preview of the upcoming WNBA season. This is a public e...
2025-05-1556 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 137: UConn’s Rudd Center Studies Various Food IssuesUConn’s nationally-renowned Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health promotes solutions to food insecurity, poor diet quality, and weight bias through research and policy. Marlene Schwartz is the director of the Rudd Center and joins us on the podcast. She is also a professor of Human Development and Family Studies. Marlene talks about how the Rudd Center performs research and advocates on these various issues. She also gives parents helpful hints on how to get their children to eat healthy foods and good tips on how buying things like fruits and vegetables can be done in an economic wa...
2025-04-3019 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 136: UConn Professor Looks at Role of Law in BusinessesRobert Bird, a professor of business law in UConn’s School of Business, has a new book out - “Legal Knowledge in Organizations: A Source of Strategic and Competitive Advantage.” Bird tells us that most companies believe that lawyers and legal knowledge are only necessary to avoid breaking the law or getting stuck in a lawsuit. Legal knowledge, however, is much more valuable than that and can be a source of competitive advantage for any company that wants to use legal knowledge in this fashion. Bird goes through the five pathways a business can use to make the law a posit...
2025-04-1723 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn wins long-elusive national championship (Ep. 142)After a nine-year drought, UConn is back on top after winning the 2025 national championship.On this first-ever post-title edition of Chasing Perfection, we talk about how the Huskies’ dominance in the Final Four proves they still run the sport, why Azzi Fudd was the perfect pick for most outstanding player, Sarah Strong’s incredible run, Geno’s coaching job and more. We also make a few way-too-early predictions for next season and discuss where Paige Bueckers fits among the program’s all-time greats.Lastly, we want to thank everyone who tuned in this past season, whether...
2025-04-0955 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn destroys UCLA, moves on to national championship (Ep. 141)UConn women’s basketball is back in the national championship after a 34-point beatdown of UCLA in the national semifinal. On this episode, we break down the Huskies’ historic win and then preview the title game against South Carolina. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2025-04-0518 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn steamrolls through the first two rounds (Ep. 139)UConn women’s basketball is through to the Sweet Sixteen after winning its first NCAA Tournament games by a combined 103 points. We dig into the victories over Arkansas State and South Dakota State, discuss whether anyone can stop Paige Bueckers and explain why the Huskies’ fate is in their hands alone. We also preview the regionals, talk about the devastating injury to JuJu Watkins and take a quick look ahead to next season after Azzi Fudd announced her return. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce...
2025-03-2650 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastIs this UConn's year? (Ep. 138)The NCAA Tournament is here. The bracket is out and UConn knows its path to a 12th national championship. The headline matchup is a potential Elite Eight rematch with USC, though there’s plenty of other intriguing storylines around the field. This week, we preview March Madness, run through each round and make our predictions for how the next month will pan out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2025-03-1954 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 134: Irish Studies at UConnIt is March, which means Saint Patrick’s Day and Irish-American Heritage Month in the United States. Here at UConn, Mary Burke is a professor in the Department of English and oversees the Irish Literature Concentration. She joins us on this episode of the UConn 360 podcast to talk about Irish studies on campus and her background as a scholar and professor. Mary explains the origins of the holiday back in Ireland and some of her own family traditions. If you are interested in learning about Irish literature, but have never studies it, she gives you a few places to st...
2025-03-1923 minUConn CSCHPandemic funding and social-emotional supports in Connecticut schoolsConnecticut researchers discuss how school districts planned to support social emotional supports in the aftermath of COVID-19, and what they did.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Morgaen Donaldson, Associate Dean for Research and Professor in Educational Leadership, UConn Neag School of Education; Director of the UConn Center for Education Policy Analysis, Research, and Evaluation
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor and Neag Endowed Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, UConn Neag School of Education; Co-Director, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Mi...
2025-03-1926 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn's defense, Bueckers' assertiveness stand out from Big East Tournament (Ep. 137)UConn is through the Big East Tournament after winning three games in three days to claim its 30th conference tournament title. During the weekend at Mohegan Sun Arena, the Huskies showed off some new and improved aspects of their game — the defense had moments of dominance, Paige Bueckers displayed a takeover ability we haven’t seen in years and Sarah Strong took some steps forward. Does that change the outlook for the NCAA Tournament? We also get into bracketology and explain why all the other results this weekend ended up helping UConn out. This is a publ...
2025-03-1344 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastReacting to UConn's dominant win over South Carolina (Ep. 135)UConn women’s basketball went down to South Carolina and didn’t just come out with a win, it did so in dominant fashion. On this episode, we get into what the different was for the Huskies, whether this changes how they’re perceived by the rest of the nation and if some of the program’s mystique has returned. We also talk about the first bracket reveal and where UConn stands after Sunday. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingp...
2025-02-2040 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastCan UConn find the "it" factor at South Carolina? (Ep. 134)In UConn’s three losses this season, something has been missing — it’s just hard to pin down exactly what that is. That topic is especially relevant after the Huskies fell to Tennessee last Thursday and are now set to head to South Carolina on Sunday. With their last chance to prove themselves before the regular season ends, can UConn find the “it” factor? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2025-02-1422 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastHow will UConn fare against new-look Tennessee team? (Ep. 133)UConn women’s basketball is finally getting a break from Big East play with a trip to take on old rival Tennessee. While the Huskies should have an edge in talent, the Vols play unlike any other team in the nation: They press all game, make hockey-style substitutions and shooting a ton of 3-pointers. We’ll learn a lot about UConn on Thursday night.With the old rivalry back in the spotlight, we also discuss Geno Auriemma’s contrite comments about how the matchup became “stupid” because it “become something other than a basketball game.” Lastly, we talk about whe...
2025-02-0630 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastEven without Paige Bueckers, UConn starting to find its groove (Ep. 131)UConn women’s basketball survived a major injury scare when Paige Bueckers came out of an awkward collision with only a knee sprain. Since then, the Huskies have played two games without her and acquitted themselves well. They’ve also been more consistent in the new year — thanks in part to the recent emergence of a few players. We get into all that and more (should the starting lineup change?) in this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ch...
2025-01-1537 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWhat to make of UConn after the loss to USC (Ep. 130)Coming off a loss to No. 7 USC on Saturday night, UConn remains an enigma. The Huskies were terrible in the first half but turned it around and nearly pulled off a comeback win in the second half. On this episode, we discuss:* How to feel about UConn’s Jekyll and Hyde performance* When it’s reasonable to expect more consistency from the Huskies* Whether they should stick with the small-ball lineup* Is South Carolina a must-win?* Could Paige Bueckers be putting too much pressure on herself?We also...
2024-12-2347 minUConn CSCHThe Connecticut WSCC Partnership: the first year in East HartfordKathleen Williamson of UConn and Tracy Stefano, East Hartford Public Schools (East Hartford, CT), introduce the Connecticut WSCC Partnership and its collaboration with the East Hartford Public Schools.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
• Tracy Stefano, K-12 Supervisor of Health & Physical Education, East Hartford Public Schools
• Kathleen Williamson, Assistant Research Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, UConn
Resources
Read a transcript of the podcast.
Connecticut WSCC Partnership website
UConn Collaboratory on School and C...
2024-12-1917 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn remains a work in progress (Ep. 130)UConn followed up its best performance of the season against Louisville with a step back in a loss at Notre Dame. The Huskies no longer looked like an unstoppable juggernaut. Instead, they reverted to their previous form: A work in progress. On this episode, we discuss reasons for concern and optimism going forward. We also preview the upcoming matchup with Audi Crook and Iowa State, then talk about whether the USC game is a must-win for UConn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
2024-12-1742 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastGauging UConn's true potential (Ep. 129)UConn is coming off its best performance of the season with a 33-point thrashing of No. 22 Louisville, but it also has to deal with the (temporary) loss of Azzi Fudd to a (minor) injury. With Notre Dame looming, we discuss how long the Huskies may be without Fudd, how her absence impacts the team and whether we can really know what their potential is. We also try to figure out the last time UConn looked like genuine national championship favorites and preview the heavyweight matchup with the Fighting Irish. This is a public episode. If you...
2024-12-1145 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWhere UConn stands ahead of a defining stretch (Ep. 128)UConn women’s basketball has finished the tune-up portion of its schedule and now gets into a defining stretch that features four ranked opponents over the next five games. On this episode, we discuss whether the Huskies will be ready for the challenge or if their inconsistency will come back to bite them. We also get into Azzi Fudd’s breakout vs. Ole Miss, the team’s disappointing performance vs. Holy Cross and whether Sarah Strong is already in elite company at UConn. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...
2024-12-0650 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn prepares for its first real test (Ep. 125)UConn began its season with two wins over BU and USF, though it’s not like either of those contests were ever going to be close. Now, the Huskies will get their first test of the year when they travel down to the Tar Heel State to face No. 14 USF. On this episode, we recap the wins — discussing the notable performers, talking about what stood out between the two games — and look ahead to Friday’s matchup. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ep...
2024-11-1327 min
UConn Fast BreakEmbracing a new era for UConn men's hoopsNot too long ago, just a few years back, the prevailing mood for UConn men’s basketball fans was fear.Will we be okay?Are our best years behind us?Can it ever be as good as it was?These were the haunting questions UConn fans were dealing with, most intensely from around 2016 to 2018, with a slight recurrence as Dan Hurley’s early years saw consecutive first-round NCAA Tournament exits.Two years later, the “Hurley can’t win the big game” or “Hurley can’t win close games” boobirds have been shut u...
2024-09-131h 05UConn 360: The UConn PodcastEpisode 119: A Firefighter for UConn... and BeyondUConn Deputy Fire Chief Chris Renshaw is involved in virtually every aspect of campus life. He is a key part of the Division of University Safety whose mission is to make sure the entire campus community is safe on a day-to-day basis. Chris is also heavily involved in special occasions like a Presidential visit and sporting events. When he’s not keeping UConn safe, he’s been known to travel around the country for the safety of others as he helps battle large forest fires. He also chatted with us about the long and proud history of the UConn Fire...
2024-08-0723 min
UConn Fast BreakFast Break Pod: UConn in the NBA DraftThe entire starting lineup from the 2024 national championship Husky squad is heading to Chicago for the NBA Combine. This felt like a good time to review the fellas’ mock draft projections, what they’ve proven in their time at UConn, and any pro comparisons we may have.With all these Huskies in the draft mix, we’re anticipating a busy few months following their workouts, the draft lottery, the NBA Summer League, and training camp for these UConn stars as they work to realize their professional dreams! This is a public episode. If you...
2024-05-111h 29
UConn Fast BreakFast Break Pod: Beasts of the EastWe had a lot of fun at the Big East Tournament, didn’t we folks? The UConn Huskies sure did, winning all three of their games comfortably despite some slow starts and other minor challenges along the way.Their prize? The top overall seed and their first four games will be in ideal locations, though they can expect to see some decently challenging opponents.In this episode of the podcast, Aman, Dan, and Patrick discuss the NEW emerging greatness on display from the UConn Huskies, especially the Jaylin Stewart outbreak, Donovan Clingan’s domi...
2024-03-2059 min
UConn Fast BreakFast Break Pod: Big East clinching scenarios, UConn's NBA potentialA week ago, UConn men’s basketball took its first loss of 2024. The Huskies followed that with a big win over Villanova at Gampel. In their final home game on Sunday against Seton Hall, they have a chance to clinch at least a share of the Big East regular-season title before a tough two-game road trip to close out the season.This podcast episode covers all that plus UConn players’ potential for Big East postseason honors and NBA Draft interest. Given Dan Hurley’s disdain for mock drafts at this time, and what we know about the journe...
2024-02-271h 04
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastNotre Dame loss shows just how thin UConn's margins are (Ep. 112)UConn women’s basketball’s 13-game winning streak came to an end at the hands of Notre Dame on Saturday. Nika Mühl spent most of the night in foul trouble and Paige Bueckers wasn’t her usual self. Without those two going, the Huskies didn’t have enough to keep up. On this week’s episode, we break down the loss and discuss how much stock we should take from UConn’s performance. We also preview the upcoming games against Villanova and St. John’s while looking way ahead to South Carolina. This is a public episode...
2024-01-3132 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastCan UConn survive another injury? (Ep. 109)UConn women’s basketball has already been hammered by injuries and it’s gotten even worse with Aubrey Griffin going down with a non-contact knee injury at Creighton. How will it affect the Huskies in the short term? In the long term? Who needs to step up in her place? Does UConn still have a shot a national title? All that and more on this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2024-01-1048 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn heads into the holidays on a high note (Ep. 108)UConn women’s basketball is officially into the holiday break after winning three games in five days across two different countries. The Huskies played their best game of the year against Louisville, pushed past a hot-shooting Butler team in the Big East opener then went north to Toronto for Aaliyah Edwards’ homecoming. We discuss all of that, along the emergence of the freshmen, on this episode while also talking about the absurdity of the AP Poll over the last two weeks. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or g...
2023-12-2134 minUConn CSCHFeeling Well: The Science and Practice of Emotional Well-BeingA discussion about Feeling Well: The Science and Practice of Emotional Well-Being, a UConn pop-up course on emotional well-being.
Hosts:
Amy Gorin, Vice Provost for Health Sciences and Interdisciplinary Initiatives at the University of Connecticut
Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor and Neag Endowed Professor, UConn Department of Educational Psychology; Co-Director of the Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Karen McComb, Director of Health Promotion and Community Impact at UConn Student Health and W...
2023-12-1917 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn shows tangible progress vs. UNC (Ep. 108)UConn came away with a lot to be happy with after beating North Carolina on Sunday at Mohegan Sun. The Huskies won, but they also showed more progress in the victory than at any other point. We discuss what we saw, how that can be used going forward and what this team may look like in February and March. We also talk about which UConn seniors may return, and which could move on. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection...
2023-12-1246 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastHas UConn reached a breaking point? (Ep. 107)UConn women’s basketball’s in a bad way right now. The Huskies dropped their third game of the season to Texas, fell to their lowest ranking in the AP Poll in 30 years and have no clear way to fix their problems. With the team now experiencing their third straight season marred by injuries, have they finally reached a breaking point? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2023-12-0857 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn hits the reset button (Ep. 106)UConn women’s basketball is starting over. After losing Azzi Fudd for the rest of the season to a torn ACL and Caroline Ducharme missing both games in the Cayman Islands, the Huskies are throwing out everything they did during the preseason and doing it all over again. On this episode, we break down the good and bad from the contests in the Caribbean, explain why this team is so volatile and look ahead to the matchup at Texas on Sunday. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...
2023-11-3054 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastHow will UConn move forward without Azzi Fudd? (Ep. 105)Azzi Fudd is out for the rest of the season after tearing her ACL, so UConn will once again have to chart a course forward without a top player. On this week’s episode, we discuss how the Huskies will try to replace Fudd and who needs to step up in her absence. We also break down the wins over Maryland and Minnesota, and look ahead to the Cayman Islands Classic matchups against No. 2 UCLA and Kansas. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bo...
2023-11-2353 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastIs it too early to be worried about UConn? (Ep. 104)UConn women’s basketball ended up on the wrong end of an upset at NC State on Sunday. Not much went well for the Huskies and now that they’ve returned home, they don’t have much time to bounce back before another big matchup with Maryland. After how poorly UConn played, is it time to be worried? Or is it too early in the season? We discuss that and much more on this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ep...
2023-11-1644 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn plays a real basketball game this weekend (Ep. 102)The offseason is almost over. On Saturday, UConn women’s basketball will take the court for its first real game action in an exhibition contest against Southern Connecticut State, the final step before the season begins in earnest. On this week’s episode, we discuss Big East Media Day — including what we think about Paige Bueckers taking home the preseason player of the year award — look at some of the most interesting players on the roster and preview the upcoming exhibition. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get a...
2023-10-3139 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastHow You Like Them Apples?Once upon a time, UConn was home to abundant orchards - where Gampel Pavilion sits now, and later at the Cold Spring Orchard not too far away. It's been many years since UConn grew its own apples, pears, and other tree fruit, but that's about to change.
The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources is working to revive UConn's status as an orchard-having university, and this time, in addition to apples, there will be an impressive variety of fruits both familiar and new. Here to t...
2023-10-0435 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastReliving UConn’s Dream SeasonIt may seem hard to believe, as we bask in the glow of a fifth national championship, but there was a time when the UConn men's basketball team was little more than an afterthought.
The Huskies had joined the newly created Big East Conference in 1979, which coincidentally would be the last time they'd play in the NCAA tournament for more than a decade. A doormat in the best basketball conference in the country, UConn's fortunes would only start to change when they hired a new head coach in 1986.
In his second year at UConn, Jim...
2023-09-0621 min
UConn Fast BreakRapid Reaction Pod: UConn goes with Fagnano at QBOur football podcast at Husky Football Forum just dropped, but we had to get another quick segment out after Jim Mora named Maine transfer Joseph Fagnano the starting QB.To get the first hour of our football season preview, listen here:For more info on this season of Husky football, be sure to check out the Husky Football Forum, our newsletter featuring original reporting, photos, and video, as well as the world’s only podcast dedicated to UConn football!Here on The Fast Break, we’ll have a new men’s basketball podcast episod...
2023-08-2415 min
UConn Fast BreakFast Break Conversations: Clayton Trutor, author of Boston BallWe had the pleasure of interviewing someone who has a wealth of knowledge about UConn’s athletic history, because he’s studied it!Clayton Trutor is a history professor and author of two sports books: Loserville: How Atlanta Remade Professional Sports (2022) and Boston Ball: Jim Calhoun, Rick Pitino, Gary Williams, and College Basketball’s Forgotten Cradle of Coaches (2023).We briefly discussed his first book, but as you can imagine the bulk of our conversation was around Calhoun: the architect of the UConn men’s basketball dynasty and a very unlikely giant of the sport.Trutor di...
2023-08-0446 minUConn CSCHRestorative Justice and the School-Based Diversion InitiativeA discussion about an initiative in Connecticut that uses restorative practices to reduce juvenile justice involvement and improve school mental health outcomes.
Host:
Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Kris Wraight, Restorative Justice Facilitator and Trainer
Jeana Bracey, Associate Vice President of School and Community Initiatives, Child Health and Development Institute
Yecenia Casiano, Senior Project Coordinator, Child Health and Development Institute
Beth Russell, Associate Professor, UConn Department of Human Development and Family Sciences; Co-Director UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Heal...
2023-05-3020 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn's non-conference schedule coming into focus (Ep. 98)UConn women’s basketball’s 2023-24 non-conference schedule is coming together. The Huskies will travel to the Caribbean for the Cayman Islands Classic and added a game with Ball State so the Mühl sisters could face off. We discuss those matchups as well as the other reported contests to fill out the slate. After that, we get into the WNBA, Morgan Cheli’s commitment and close with our thoughts on UConn men’s basketball’s national championship. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus ep...
2023-04-201h 21UConn CSCHThe Impact of Gun Violence on Kids’ HealthThe founders of the UConn Center for Advancing, Research, Methods, and Scholarship in Gun Injury Prevention talk about the impact of gun violence on kids’ health and the policies and practices that can address gun violence prevention.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jennifer Dineen, Associate Professor in Residence, UConn School of Public Policy
Kerri Raissian, Associate Professor, UConn School of Public Policy
Resources
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InCHIP Gu...
2023-04-1930 min
UConn Fast BreakFast Break Conversations: David Noble, University of ConnecticutWe had a chance to sit down with David Noble, Director of the Peter J. Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Connecticut.Noble holds a variety of responsibilities, including leadership of Championship Labs, UConn’s center of expertise for the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) business opportunities that are now available to student athletes. Pursuant to athletes’ interests in community service, they also have started Bleed Blue for Good, which works with Husky athletes on charitable causes.In a wide-spanning discussion, Noble shared how UConn advanced its NIL support structure and foun...
2023-04-1737 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn thrives and advances to the Sweet Sixteen (Ep. 96)UConn women’s basketball took care of business in its first two NCAA Tournament games with wins over Vermont and Baylor to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. The Huskies continued their high level of play from the Big East Tournament but earned victories in different ways both times out. On this week’s episode, we break down UConn’s performances across the weekend, analyze Azzi Fudd’s progress with two more games under her belt, preview the matchup with Ohio State, look ahead to a potential Elite Eight contest and much more. This is a public episode...
2023-03-221h 02
UConn Fast BreakPost-Game Reaction: UConn is very good, actuallyEditor’s Note: This podcast was recorded in the arena in Albany Sunday night and went out to premium subscribers the morning after the game. We’re releasing an edited version for everyone, but hope you’ll consider subscribing to support our reporting and podcasts on Dan Hurley’s team and this incredible run!Sweet 16, and it feels so good.The Huskies are heading to Las Vegas after defeating Saint Mary's with another big second half. It was a bit like a rehash of the Iona game. They were playing a team called the Gael...
2023-03-2033 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastBreaking down UConn's path to the Final Four (Ep. 95)The NCAA Tournament has finally arrived. After a long, often difficult regular season, UConn can turn its full attention to winning just six games — and with it, another national championship. On this week’s episode, we preview the Huskies’ first and second round matchups, evaluate the rest of the Seattle Region 3 and bounce around the bracket to discuss some of over favorite matchups, upset picks and more.Webster’s giving away a trip for two to the men’s college hoops finals in Houston, TX, April 1-3. For a chance to win, just fill out your Big Goals Brac...
2023-03-1647 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWatch out, UConn is back (Ep. 94)UConn entered the postseason looking vulnerable and came out of the Big East Tournament looking dangerous as ever. The Huskies blasted the competition in their three games to lift the trophy and look like the team they did before the February slide.On this week’s episode, we discuss UConn’s performance, Azzi Fudd’s return and why Aaliyah Edwards is so important. We also look ahead to Selection Sunday and try to predict where the Huskies will end up in the bracket. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this w...
2023-03-1037 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastIs it time to be worried about UConn? (Ep. 92)UConn women’s basketball is hitting a rough patch at the worst possible time. The Huskies have just two games left in the regular season, yet more questions persist about the team than ever before after they fell to St. John’s on Tuesday.On this week’s episode, we discuss our level of worry with UConn right now, talk about what it needs to do to get back on the right track and look ahead to the next two weeks. We also recap the Huskies’ tight win over Creighton as well as Caroline Ducharme’s return, and highli...
2023-02-2347 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastDo moral victories exist for UConn?UConn women’s basketball played a closer-than-expected game against South Carolina and largely held its own. However, the Huskies lost, so does anything else really matter? We discuss that and more on this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2023-02-0850 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastFatigue (almost) catches up to UConn (Ep. 90)UConn women’s basketball’s lack of depth and brutal recent schedule almost caught up to it this past weekend. Almost. The Huskies narrowly escaped a second straight upset at the XL Center by Villanova thanks to one of their most impressive wins of the season. This week, we discuss that victory as well as UConn’s lopsided win at Tennessee, look at whether or not Geno Auriemma should be using his bench more, and preview the upcoming matchup with South Carolina. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscr...
2023-02-0158 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastGroundhog Day for UConn (Ep. 88)UConn women’s basketball played two games this week and its respective performances were on opposite ends of the spectrum: The Huskies were flat against Georgetown but put together one of their best efforts of the season against Seton Hall. We discuss those two contests, as well as what to make of Azzi Fudd’s right knee injury. We also reflect on Maya Moore’s career following her retirement. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2023-01-1933 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastWhat's UConn's ceiling? (Ep. 87)On this week’s episode, we take listener questions while discussing UConn women’s basketball’s past week. We talk about the Huskies’ potential ceiling, give our picks for who might succeed Geno Auriemma one day, look ahead to St. John’s and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2023-01-1140 minUConn CSCHHow Kids and Young Adults Benefit from NatureThree UConn professors discuss the benefits of nature and how to get outside.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jean Coffey, Clinical Professor in the UConn School of Nursing and CSCH Steering Committee member
Damion Grasso, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at UConn Health, and CSCH Steering Committee member
Cynthia Jones, Professor Emeritus in the UConn Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Resources
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Jean Coffey Study about Prescribing Nature
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2023-01-0519 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastPieces starting to fall into place for UConn (Ep. 86)UConn women’s basketball is starting to figure out life without Azzi Fudd. The Huskies returned from the holiday break with a resounding win over Creighton and followed it up with a mostly comfortable victory against Marquette. On this week’s episode, we discuss the team’s progress, the frontcourt’s recent play, the AP Poll, why some teams in the Big East are capping their women’s basketball programs and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chasingperfection.substack.com
2023-01-0450 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastThe Person Who Makes Sure UConn is Picture-PerfectIf you've ever looked at a copy of UConn Magazine, visited the UConn Today website, or received any UConn-related material in the mail, you've probably seen the work of Peter Morenus. University photographer for nearly three decades, Morenus has photographed everyone from first-year students on their first day moving in to U.S. presidents. Here, he talks with UConn 360 about some of his most memorable assignments, the changes he's seen in photography since he started out as a freelancer in New York putting rolls of film on Greyhound buses, and even a little bit of K-Pop. Also, Julie and...
2022-12-2827 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn's most far-fetched week yet (Ep. 84)UConn’s already strange season turned even more bizarre this past week with a tight win over Princeton that added to the already-heavy injury toll and featured one of the more remarkable finishes that we’ve ever seen. The shorthanded Huskies also fell to Maryland, but we explain why we’re actually encouraged by the team’s performance in the loss. We also discuss Inêsanity, the frontcourt’s standout performances, and why the new year could provide hope. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to b...
2022-12-1530 minUConn CSCHPuppets and Emotional Well-being: The Making of the Feel Your Best Self ToolkitCSCH Director of Programs & Communications Helene Marcy interviews the creators of Feel Your Best Self, a toolkit that uses puppets to teach children strategies that promote emotional well-being.
Host: Helene Marcy, Director of Programs & Communications at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in UConn’s Department of Educational Psychology in the UConn Neag School of Education and Co-Director of the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Emily Wicks, Co-Interim Director of the UConn Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry
Emily Iovino, Postdoctoral Scholar at...
2022-12-1321 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastBueckers is back; UConn makes a late addition (Ep. 77)With the fall semester starting last week, the season feels like it’s almost here. The entire team is back on campus, workouts are re-starting and there’s a little less than two months to go until UConn’s first exhibition.On this week’s episode, we talk about Paige Bueckers’ decision to return to the Huskies in 2023-24, her first comments since tearing her ACL and what the future holds for her in Storrs. After that, we break down Inês Bettencourt, UConn’s new addition, and explain why that doesn’t take any of the pressure off Ni...
2022-09-0736 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastUConn's non-conference schedule, recruiting news and bandwagons (Ep. 76)This week, we found some time between our summer travels to record a new episode. We discuss UConn’s non-conference schedule and explain why it’s close to perfect, look at some of the matchups we’re most excited for and complain further about Florida State’s inclusion on the slate.After that, we get into Qadence Samuels, the Huskies’ newest commitment, and provide a scouting report on her, fellow commit KK Arnold and other players that impressed at Nike Nationals in Chicago last week. A new bandwagon gets started as well.We then talk UConn’s su...
2022-07-2156 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastFolks, We Are 100It's been a little over four years since UConn 360's humble origins in a conference room on North Eagleville Road, and now we have 100 episodes under our award-winning belts. Join us for a star-studded celebration that includes such beloved characters from the UConn 360 Cinematic Universe as co-founder Ken Best, who tells us about an exhibit he's working on that will be on display in Homer Babbidge Library; former student worker extraordinaire Maxine Philavong '20, who fills us in on her life in the Big Apple and delivers the stunning news that UConn 360 was actually helpful in pursuing a post-graduation...
2022-06-2933 min
Chasing Perfection: A UConn WBB PodcastDid UConn add enough to its roster this offseason? (Ep. 75)The busiest part of UConn women’s basketball’s offseason is nearly over. The Huskies will soon wrap up summer workouts and any remaining news should be announced before July.On this week’s episode, we break down UConn’s matchups with Florida State and Maryland this upcoming season and take an early look at some of the other non-conference opponents.After that, we discuss the state of the Huskies’ roster after Geno Auriemma said there’s only a “remote” chance the team adds another player and debate whether they did enough to strengthen the squad over the o...
2022-06-2342 minUConn CSCHThe State of Social Emotional Learning in ConnecticutDescription: CSCH Co-Director Sandra Chafouleas interviews a panel of experts on the state of social emotional learning in Connecticut
Hosts: Sandra Chafouleas, CSCH Co-Director and UConn Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in Educational Psychology, Neag School of Education
Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jeana Bracey, Associate Vice President of School and Community Initiatives at the Child Health and Development Institute of Connecticut (CHDI)
Michelle Doucette Cunningham, Executive Director of the Connecticut After School Network and founder of the Social Emotional Learning Alliance of Connecticut (SEL4...
2022-05-2734 minUConn 360: The UConn PodcastBlue and White, Blue and Yellow: A UConn Student Responds to the Invasion of UkraineThis week we return to the fabled UConn 360 Studio for a talk with Victoria Kostour '22, a first-generation Ukrainian-American and the president of the Ukrainian Student Association. She tells us what it's been like to watch the war in Ukraine from here in the United States, how she and her fellow students have responded with activism and organizing, and how the UConn community has supported her. We also find a very old copy of the Daily Campus, which helps us learn about a bygone campus protest and a mysterious restaurant with a gruesome name.
2022-04-0626 minUConn CSCHDo Children Have Human Rights?Description: CSCH Co-Director Sandra Chafouleas interviews Richard Hiskes about his thoughts on the human rights of children
Hosts: Sandra Chafouleas, CSCH Co-Director and UConn Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor in Educational Psychology, Neag School of Education
Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests: Richard Hiskes, Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Human Rights at the University of Connecticut
Resources
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Richard Hiskes Faculty Page
Richard Hiskes book: Suffer the Children: a Theoretical Foundation for the...
2022-03-2319 min
UConn Fast BreakThe UConn Pod: Basketball BluesAman, Shawn, and Patrick Martin got together to discuss the end of UConn men’s basketball season. After another first-round NCAA Tournament loss, Dan Hurley is under a little bit of heat. And next year the team may take a small step back in the interest of rebuilding. But the future remains bright, we think.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theuconnfastbreak.substack.com
2022-03-1943 minUConn CSCHSupporting Teacher Well-Being using a Total Worker Health® ApproachDescription: CSCH Program Manager interviews UConn researchers about a NIOSH-funded project promoting teacher well-being.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests: Jenn Cavallari, Associate Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences, UConn School of Medicine; Alicia Dugan, Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, UConn School of Medicine, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine; Lisa Sanetti, Professor, Department of Educational Psychology, UConn Neag School of Education (school psychology program)
Resources
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Jenn Cavallari Faculty Page
Alicia Dugan Faculty Page
2022-02-0113 minUConn CSCHUsing Peer Influence to Reduce Weight-Based BullyingDescription: CSCH Program Manager interviews Leah Lessard.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests: Leah Lessard, Postdoctoral Fellow, UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity
Resources
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UConn Rudd Center for Food Policy & Obesity
Leah Lessard website
UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Social Media Links
Leah Lessard on Twitter
@UConnCSCH on Twitter
@UConnCSCH on Facebook
Produced by Sandra Chafouleas and Helene Marcy.
2021-10-0112 minUConn CSCHThe Importance of Physical Activity on WellnessDescription: CSCH Program Manager interviews a panel of experts on the importance of physical activity.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jaci VanHeest Associate Professor, Department of Educational Psychology in the UConn Neag School of Education and Director, UConn Public Health Learning Community
Nneka Arinze, Graduate of UConn’s Sports Management doctoral program and Program Leader, UConn HuskySport
Cassandra Rowett, Physical Education and health teacher, E.O. Smith High School, Mansfield, CT and adjunct professor of health, physical education, and kinesiology at Ea...
2021-04-3019 minUConn CSCHCSCH Spotlight on Well-being During COVID: Child WellnessDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews a panel of experts on child wellness.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jeana Bracey, Associate Vice President of School and Community Initiatives at the Child Health and Development Institute of Connecticut (CHDI)
Michelle Doucette Cunningham, Executive Director of the Connecticut After School Network and founder of SEL4CT, the Social Emotional Learning Alliance of Connecticut.
Damion Grasso, licensed Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at UConn Health.
2020-12-1625 min
PAC ChatsMiddle Eastern Representation at UConnToday we are having a conversation with MESA, the Middle Eastern Students Association, about their organization and discussing sensitive ongoing issues within the Middle East. They will be sharing their personal experiences and views regarding these topics as well as talking about Middle Eastern representation here at UConn.
2020-11-1941 minUConn CSCHCSCH Spotlight on Well-being During COVID: Family WellnessDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews a panel of experts on family wellness.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Beth Russell, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences at UConn and Director of the Center for Applied Research in Human Development
Alice Forrester, CEO of the Clifford Beers Clinic based in Greater New Haven
Emily Iovino, Postdoctoral Researcher at the UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health and Nationally Certified School Psychologist
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2020-11-1823 minUConn CSCHCSCH Spotlight on Well-being During COVID: School Employee WellnessDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews a panel of experts on school staff wellness.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Lisa Sanetti, Professor of Educational Psychology in the Neag School of Education and CSCH Steering Committee member
Ravit Stein, Director of Psychological and Behavioral Consultation Services at EASTCONN
Taylor Koriakin, Educational and Behavioral Consultant, EASTCONN and CSCH Affiliate
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Resources
UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health (CSCH)
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2020-10-2915 min
UConn Fast BreakUConn Fast Break Convos - Jonathan MandeldoveIn the debut episode of our new podcast, UConn Fast Break Convos, we catch up with former UConn men’s basketball player Jonathan Mandeldove!The Dove shares his story of choosing to play for UConn under head coach Jim Calhoun and accepting a reserve role on the team before finishing up his degree and getting into coaching. He also touches on the best places to eat in Storrs, his favorite arenas to visit, and the prospects for this year’s Huskies under Dan Hurley.Today, Mandeldove is in his first year as the head coach of t...
2020-09-211h 02UConn CSCHThe potential impact of sport and physical activity on youth living in povertyDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Affiliate Jesse Mala about his research looking at the relationship between sport & physical activity and working memory & perceptions of school climate among youth living in poverty.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Jesse Mala, Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at the University of Connecticut
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Resources
UConn Department of Educational Leadership
UConn Sport Management Program
UConn Husky Sport
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2020-09-1509 minUConn CSCHWhat school personnel and parents think about the role schools play in identifying and supporting kids’ social, emotional, and behavioral needsDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Co-Director Sandra Chafouleas and Amy Briesch about the NEEDs2 project (funded by the Institute of Education Sciences) which explored what school personnel and families think about the role for schools in student social, emotional, and behavioral screening
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor and Neag Professor of Educational Psychology in the Neag School of Education and CSCH Co-Director
Amy Briesch, Associate Professor of Applied Psychology in the Bouvé College of H...
2020-08-1819 minUConn CSCHThe Self-Care of Caregivers of Children with Developmental DisabilitiesDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Co-Director Sandra Chafouleas and CSCH Affiliate Emily Iovino about their study looking at how the caregivers of children with developmental disabilities define and view their own self-care
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology in the Neag School of Education and CSCH Co-Director
Emily Iovino, doctoral student, UConn school psychology program and CSCH Affiliate
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Resources
CSCH Brief – St...
2020-02-2111 minUConn CSCHLGBTQ Youth and Substance AbuseDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Affiliate Ryan Watson about his research on sexual and gender minority youth and their substance abuse.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guest: Ryan Watson, Assistant Professor in Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Connecticut
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Glossary of LGBTQ Terms, Human Rights Campaign
https://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-terms
Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
Human Rights Campaign
Ryan Watson’s Department Page
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2019-12-1612 minUConn CSCHDisparities in Access to HIV Prevention ToolsDescription: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Affiliate Ryan Watson about his research on disparities in access to HIV prevention tools among young men who have sex with men.
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guest: Ryan Watson, Assistant Professor in Human Development and Family Sciences, University of Connecticut
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Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
Human Rights Campaign
Ryan Watson’s Department Page
UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health website
UC...
2019-11-2911 minUConn CSCHWhat is the WellSAT WSCC?Description: CSCH Program Manager Helene Marcy interviews CSCH Co-Director Sandra Chafouleas and CSCH Steering Committee Member Marlene Schwartz about their work developing the WellSAT WSCC Tool
Host: Helene Marcy, Program Manager, UConn Collaboratory on School and Child Health
Guests:
Sandra Chafouleas, Board of Trustees Distinguished Professor of Educational Psychology in the Neag School of Education and CSCH Co-Director
Marlene Schwartz, Professor in Human Development and Family Sciences, Director of the UConn Rudd Center and CSCH Steering Committee Member
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Resources Mentioned in the Podcast
2019-10-0812 min
Behind the StoriesHow to Succeed in Hyperlocal NewsUConn Journalism finds out the story behind three successful hyperlocal news sites in Connecticut: CTNewsJunkie, We-Ha.com and NewCanaanite.com.
UConn senior Ryley McGinnis interviewed Michael Dinan of NewCanaanite.
UConn senior Amanda Cabral talked with Ronni Newton of We-Ha.com.
UConn senior Madison Geerlof interviewed Doug Hardy of CTNewsJunkie.
2019-02-2218 min
Behind the StoriesConnecticut's 2017 budget battle and local elections#TheRoundupCT's "Behind the Stories" podcast is hosted by UConn senior Eliza Kanner. It showcases conversations with Connecticut journalists whose stories we followed this semester as part of a class taught by UConn Journalism Prof. Marie K. Shanahan.
UConn senior journalism major Caio Goncalves talked with Keith Phaneuf of The Connecticut Mirror about the "ugly choices" that had to be made during Connecticut's prolonged and contentious state budget battle.
Eugene Driscoll of The Valley Independent Sentinel explained to UConn junior journalism major Amanda Cabral how his 2-person hyperlocal news website managed to host three local debates during Connecticut's municipal election season.
2017-12-0832 min