Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN)

Art Connection Studio is a program of Vinfen, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. ACS teaches art skills to participants and helps them use their talents to generate income. We want to highlight their efforts and dedication to empowerment. We also want to draw attention to the great work that UConn does with the same population through our Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service

The University is required to provide all faculty and staff with annual training on:

• Elements of the University’s compliance program
• University’s expectations that all will act in accordance with applicable laws, policies and standards
• Obligations as a state employee under the Connecticut State Code of Ethics.

Developed by the Office of University Compliance, training provides realistic scenarios and examples of how issues of ethics and compliance may arise in your work as a state employee. You can complete your training in one of two ways:

*Special payroll employees are not required to complete compliance training unless mandated by their Department Head.

Katiana Jarbath Smith is a Haitian American painter based in Waterbury, CT. William Prensky is from West Hartford. Katiana, our feature artist for Black History Month, presents a new series of paintings highlighting her Caribbean roots and South Florida upbringing. William Prensky is showing a series of colorful, serene landscapes.

Reception: Thursday, February 22nd, 4:30PM - 6PM.