Mo’s Letter

Dear Insiders,

The holiday season is a time to reflect on what we’re grateful for, and to thank those who help make our community a better place.

While I am, of course, immeasurably thankful for all 241,000 UConn alumni worldwide—and the fans, students, faculty, staff, and friends who together comprise UConn Nation—I keep thinking of our Huskies in the military.

On Veteran’s Day, we shared a photo of several UConn alumni in the military who were proudly displaying a Husky flag all the way from Kosovo. We also shared stories of vets who participated in the School of Business’ EBV program and learned the entrepreneurial skills needed to start their own businesses. I’m thankful not just for their service and spirit, but for serving a University dedicated to helping our veterans transition into civilian life with the resources they need.

I’m also grateful for our community’s generosity. This year, 1,732 UConn faculty, staff, and retiree donors collectively donated $3.1 million to UConn. UConn School of Law student groups raised $11,978 from 281 donors during their recent crowdfunding campaign. And there are many more donors and alumni volunteers—several of whom you’ll read about below—who host events, support scholarships, and help UConn grow all year round.

So thank you, Huskies. We couldn’t do it without you. I hope you have a safe and happy New Year.

Mo