UConn School of Public Policy

04/30/2026

Congratulations to Barone, SPP Adjunct Faculty member and IMRP Associate Director, on being named this year’s recipient of the Provost Award for Excellence in Community-Engaged Scholarship in the Staff category.

This award recognizes staff who make significant contributions to the local community, state, nation, or world through distinguished, community-engaged scholarship.

As Project Manager of the Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project (CTRP3), Ken has brought together stakeholders with fundamentally different perspectives, including law enforcement leadership, civil rights advocates, community members, prosecutors, and public defenders, to build a nationally recognized model for collaborative, community-engaged policy implementation.

04/29/2026

SPP’s own Mohamad Alkadry is a dual award winner!

Dr. Alkadry has been named a recipient of the Provost Award for Excellence in Community-Engaged Scholarship in the Distinguished Faculty Research category. This award recognizes faculty who have made significant contributions to the local community, state, nation, or world through distinguished, community-engaged scholarship.

In addition, Dr. Alkadry received a UConn College of Liberal Arts and Sciences of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Strategic Goal Award for his contributions to advancing a thriving Connecticut. These awards honor faculty whose work supports key priorities of the College and University, including promoting holistic student success, expanding research impact, and strengthening communities across the state.
Dr. Alkadry’s research focuses on advancing equity and improving government systems, translating scholarship into real policy impact in areas such as pay equity and workforce diversity. His work has directly informed state decision-making.

Read more about the CLAS awards here:https://lnkd.in/dgNdZxnn

04/29/2026

SPP’s own Mohamad Alkadry is a dual award winner!

Dr. Alkadry has been named a recipient of the Provost Award for Excellence in Community-Engaged Scholarship in the Distinguished Faculty Research category. This award recognizes faculty who have made significant contributions to the local community, state, nation, or world through distinguished, community-engaged scholarship.

In addition, Dr. Alkadry received a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Strategic Goal Award for his contributions to advancing a thriving Connecticut. These awards honor faculty whose work supports key priorities of the College and University, including promoting holistic student success, expanding research impact, and strengthening communities across the state.

Dr. Alkadry’s research focuses on advancing equity and improving government systems, translating scholarship into real policy impact in areas such as pay equity and workforce diversity. His work has directly informed state decision-making.

Read more about the CLAS awards. Link in comments

04/28/2026

We recognize a familiar face in this newly released public service announcement.

SPP student and IMRP intern Anya McGlaughlin appears in a video produced by the Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project (CTRP3). A project apart of Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP).

The PSA highlights racial profiling and the organization’s efforts to identify and address disparities in traffic stops through data collection, analysis, and ongoing oversight!

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04/27/2026

SPP’s Hartford offices served as the set for this newly released PSA from the Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project(CTRP3).

We’re proud to support this work, one of the key initiatives of the Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy (IMRP), run by adjunct faculty member Kenneth Barone.

Learn more about CTRP3’s work to address racial profiling and view the spot here:

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04/23/2026

Thank you for supporting UConn SPP! Your generosity helps us continue preparing the next generation of public service leaders and advancing impactful research and community engagement. We’re grateful to have you as part of our community.

04/22/2026

Only a few hours left to make your impact!

Support the UConn School of Public Policy Student Hardship Fund and help students navigate unexpected challenges, stay on track, and access opportunities that shape their future.

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04/21/2026

UConn Gives is happening now and with the evening of April 21 underway, we’re counting on your support to help us reach our goal.

The UConn School of Public Policy Student Hardship Fund provides critical support to students facing unexpected financial challenges, covering emergency needs, supporting unforeseen circumstances, and creating opportunities for professional development.

Most importantly, it helps students stay on track to complete their programs without interruption.
Make your gift tonight or tomorrow and help us cross the finish line.

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04/21/2026

The CT Children with Incarcerated Parents (CTCIP) Initiative, a part of the Institute for Municipal and Regional Policy, strategically works to improve the quality of support for children with incarcerated parents by leveraging data and insights to inform public policy and enhance practices. Every semester, CTCIP awards $1,500 scholarships to UConn Students who have been impacted by parental incarceration. You can support a CIP Scholarship recipient by donating to the UConn Gives fundraising drive.

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04/20/2026

Tomorrow is the day.

UConn Gives is almost here—don’t miss your chance to support the UConn School of Public Policy Student Hardship Fund.

Your gift helps students navigate unexpected challenges, access professional opportunities, and stay on track to complete their degrees.

04/17/2026

The SPP Hardship Fund acts as a vital lifeline, ensuring that our students have the strength and peace of mind to stay enrolled when personal or financial stress weighs heavily. As Abigail’s journey demonstrates, this community support allows students to shift their focus from surviving to learning, ensuring they can successfully stand as graduates of the UConn School of Public Policy.

For more information about the SPP fund, check the link in the comments.

04/16/2026

Our students' journeys in the MPA program are a testament to why the SPP Hardship Fund is so vital to our community. This fund exists to provide stability when emergencies strike, allowing our students to focus on their mission of becoming future public service leaders. Rebekah’s experience serves as a powerful example of how this support ensures students can successfully navigate financial uncertainty and reach graduation.

For more information about the SPP fund, check the link in the comments.