Special Olympics
November 9
Cornhole Tournament & Smile Mile
This #WhyWednesday, meet Karmen, the public relations student leader and coordinator! Karmen is a first-year grad student studying Communication. A fun fact about her is that she loves cooking and trying new recipes.
The Day of Caring this weekend was a success! ☀️Volunteers were able to help out at a number of different sites, including MACC, Dog Star Rescue, WAIM, and Spring Valley Farm, with tasks ranging from helping set up a new dog shelter to harvesting cherry tomatoes. Shoutout to our CO leaders who planned this event, community partners, and volunteers!
For our first Coordinator spotlight, meet Ariel! Ariel oversees Language & Literacy programs and is also chair of the Community Outreach E-board.
This past Saturday, the UConn Special Olympics Events Committee proudly partnered with @specialolympicsct to host an inspiring swim clinic at the Wolff-Zacknin Natatorium on the Storrs campus. The Division 1 Women’s @uconnswimdive team shared their time and expertise with Special Olympics athletes from Rhode Island and CT, helping them sharpen their skills as they prepare for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis. The event was a true celebration of passion, teamwork, and community which filled the pool with energy, learning, and plenty of smiles!
Looking for leadership experience or volunteer hours? Join the campus-wide initiatives program! Meetings take place just 1-2 times a month. Email uconn.co.initiatives@gmail.com to learn more about getting involved. Start working with the initiatives team this Saturday at the Day of Caring as a site leader or volunteer! Visit s.uconn.edu/dayofcaring to sign up
Applications are still open for spring, March weekend, and April weekend alternative breaks! Visit s.uconn.edu/exh6liribi to learn more and apply
Are you passionate about fostering civic engagement, learning about pressing social issues, and facilitating discussions on these topics? 💬👥
The Civic Engagement and Dialogues program is looking for student volunteers and an assistant program director to join their team. Fill out their interest form at: s.uconn.edu/civicdialogues2025
This #WhyWednesday, meet Maggie, the community engagement transportation manager and coordinator! Maggie is a junior studying Human Rights and Political Science, and Economics as her minor. A fun fact about her is that last summer she interned for Congressman Joe Courtney.
Join us on Saturday, October 4th in collaboration with ECSU and United Way for the annual Day of Caring service day! 🌼
For more information and to sign up, please visit s.uconn.edu/dayofcaring
With questions or to request accommodations, please contact uconn.co.initiatives@gmail.com 48 hours prior to the event.
Volunteer at the Mansfield Senior Center! Help out with Bingo, Wii bowling, board games, or assist with food service and the front desk!
No experience needed, just your positive vibes and a willingness to connect! 💛
Sign up now 👉 s.uconn.edu/xm80nlly81
More info on our UConntact page!
Help support preschool-aged children as they build early language and literacy skills through fun, engaging activities! 📚
Mon & Wed | 2–5 PM
Tues & Thurs | 2–5 PM
📍Located at Manchester Early Learning Center. Transportation is provided!
Work-Study eligible students can apply their award to Team Leader or participant positions!
👉Interest form: s.uconn.edu/gmihips9ad
Questions or need accommodations? Contact uconn.co.bookpals@gmail.com
Cross-Cultural Connections pairs fluent English-speaking students with international students for meaningful conversations that expand cultural understanding and create lifelong friendships!
Meet at least 4 times a month and dive into a world of new experiences! 🌍
Apply now! 📲 s.uconn.edu/rjkqirgjbe
Have questions or need accommodations? Reach out at: uconn.co.ccconnections@gmail.com
