"This visionary building program has been instrumental in reshaping a very good university into one of the most dynamic institutions of higher education in the nation. Over the past seven years we have sharpened our academic focus, recruited outstanding scholars, and witness a level of private giving unmatched in UConn's history. Thanks in great measure to the commitment of the Governor and General Assembly, the support of Connecticut's citizens, and the dedication of our our students, faculty and staff, the University of Connecticut faces a limitless future."

University of Connecticut President Philip E. Austin