UConn Professor, Students Took 'Selfie' With Severed Heads At Yale Workshop UConn Professor, Students Took 'Selfie' With Severed Heads At Yale Workshop UConn Professor, Students Took 'Selfie' With Severed Heads At Yale Workshop
UConn Professor, Students Took 'Selfie' With Severed Heads At Yale Workshop The head of orthodontics at the University of Connecticut is among those spotted, very much alive, in a photograph with severed heads taken as a "selfie," according to multiple reports. A college spokesman would not say whether disciplinary action has been taken against anyone including Dr. Flavio A. Uribe, D.D.S., an assistant professor who is program director and clinic director in the college's Division of Orthodontics. Graduate dental school students and Dr. Uribe reportedly took a selfie with two severed heads in the background, that were used last year for medical research d…
Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again
Greenwich's Ned Lamont Joins Race For Governor — Again GREENWICH, Conn. – Greenwich's Ned Lamont officially filed paperwork Wednesday with the Connecticut Secretary of the State to launch his bid to become Connecticut’s next governor.  Lamont, a Democrat, made his announcements in emails to supporters and video (above). This is his second run for the governorship.  “I am proud to call Connecticut my home, to start my business here and raise my family here,” said Lamont. “We have many great assets and people want to live here, but we are falling behind. We need to fix our state budget and improve our economy so more people and businesses can con…
Engineering In Action: New SHU Major Offers More Than Just A Degree Engineering In Action: New SHU Major Offers More Than Just A Degree Engineering In Action: New SHU Major Offers More Than Just A Degree
Engineering In Action: New SHU Major Offers More Than Just A Degree FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- In the world of science, technology and engineering, innovations happen every day. However, for a group of students and professors at Sacred Heart University, each day marks a new chapter in a different kind of pioneering. That's because these engineers-to-be and their faculty advisors are part of the university's first-ever Computer Engineering program. Founded in fall 2017, Sacred Heart's Computer Engineering program, which is housed in the School of Computing, was formed as a response to the growing need for engineers in the workforce. "There are not enough engine…
Experienced New Leader Hits The Squash Courts At Chelsea Piers In Stamford Experienced New Leader Hits The Squash Courts At Chelsea Piers In Stamford Experienced New Leader Hits The Squash Courts At Chelsea Piers In Stamford
Experienced New Leader Hits The Squash Courts At Chelsea Piers In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. — Chelsea Piers Connecticut is welcoming John Musto, a former captain of the Yale University Squash Team, as its new director of squash.  “John is a tremendous addition to the Chelsea Piers Squash Club,” said Greta Wagner, executive director of Chelsea Piers Connecticut. “John is known as a being a versatile and top coach for every level of player. He has trained top professional players on the PSA tour, mentored aspiring juniors who wish to enroll in exclusive colleges, yet also delights in introducing the sport to beginners and organizing programs for adults of all levels. …
Saugatuck Rowing Salutes Seniors With Early Decision College Acceptances Saugatuck Rowing Salutes Seniors With Early Decision College Acceptances Saugatuck Rowing Salutes Seniors With Early Decision College Acceptances
Saugatuck Rowing Salutes Seniors With Early Decision College Acceptances WESTPORT, Conn. — The Saugatuck Rowing Club announced its high school seniors who have received Early Decision acceptances and will be joining college rowing programs.  Back row, from left:  Jared Edwards of Westport, Columbia University;  Harrison Burke of Westport, Harvard University;  James Pushner of Fairfield, U.S. Naval Academy;  Wren Ferris of Westport, Hobart College;  Sawyer Banbury of Weston, Tufts; and  Max Schlossberg of Weston, Bucknell. Front row, from left:  Clara Everett of Fairfield, Stanford University;  Isabelle Grosgogeat of Westport, Princeton University;  Holly Shaum…