The University of Connecticut's Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology in Storrs, CT, is a dynamic hub for exploring the intricate dynamics of life. It focuses on understanding how organisms interact with their surroundings and the evolutionary journeys that have shaped them, encompassing biodiversity, ecosystems, genetics, and the broad scope of evolution. Featuring faculty expertise across areas like molecular ecology, conservation, and animal behavior, the department provides Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy programs. Research is a cornerstone, tackling vital questions from climate change effects to conservation efforts. Supported by excellent facilities including labs, greenhouses, and collections, the department cultivates a collaborative setting, preparing graduates for diverse careers in biology and environmental fields.
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The University of Connecticut (UConn) is a public land-grant research university system whose main campus is in Storrs, Connecticut. It was founded in 1881 as the Storrs Agricultural School, named after two brothers who donated the land for the school. In 1893, the school became a public land grant college, becoming the University of Connecticut in 1939. Over the following decade, social work, nursing and graduate programs were established, while the schools of law and pharmacy were also absorbed into the university. During the 1960s, UConn Health was established for new medical and dental schools. UConn is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education.
