The Husky Vet Gazette
March 2026
Volume 12 – Issue 72
Free Webinar: Campus Conversation with ACNSL
Wednesday, March 11th 1p.m. to 2p.m.
Online – Zoom
Discussion about ethical decision making with a panel of four retired U.S. Military, Government, and Diplomatic leaders currently serving as Fellows at the American College of National Security Leaders (ACNSL). Made possible by the UConn School of Public Policy.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Spring Career Fair
UConn Volleyball Center (509 Jim Calhoun Way, Storrs)
Wednesday, March 25th
11:00a.m. – 3:00p.m.
UConn’s Spring Career fair will feature employers from various industries, offering internships, co-op positions, and full-time job opportunities. This fair is open to all majors and all years. Whether you’re a first-year student, senior, graduate student or anything in-between – employers are coming to campus to meet you. Learn more at 12twenty.com
Backpacks for Life
Donation Drive – April 11th from 9a.m. to noon
The Catholic Center (Storrs – 46 North Eagleville Rd.)
Backpacks for Life helps Homeless Veterans and is being sponsored by UConn Catholic Center Students for a Donation Drive on April 11th. They are collecting donations to fill backpacks with daily essential items to help homeless veterans. Email Ava Abruzzese for more information or to get a list of necessary daily essential items.
Dean of Students Drop-in Hours
Last Wednesday of Each Month
1-3 p.m.
Hawley Armory, Room 105
During the Spring 2026 semester, the Dean of Students Office will hold drop-in hours in Hawley Armory (Storrs), so students can drop in without an appointment to ask any questions they may have.
Dates Include:
March 25th
April 29th
Graduation Cords
Are you graduating in May?
Graduation cords are available for student Veterans (also for those in the Guard, Reserves, or on active duty) who are graduating. These cords are available at no cost, if you served/are serving in the military and will be going through the May Commencement Ceremony.
Please stop in the main office in Hawley Armory 100B (Storrs) and pick up your cord. Or, if you’re at a different campus, send an email to Nikki Eberly with your name and mailing address so we can mail it to you.
Meet Our Veteran of the Month
Veteran of the Month – Justin Tomlinson
