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This 4-credit course covers the fundamentals of how the human body is structured and how it functions, with inquiry-based lab work that builds hands-on understanding of major organ systems, and is a requirement for all PNB majors.
What is PNB 2774 or Enhanced Human Physiology and Anatomy I
At the class-picking workshop, this academic advisor was highlighted as a key person students could contact for help planning schedules, understanding requirements, and staying on track for graduation.
Who is Zen Buraceski?
This building is home to the PNB department, including the main office, faulty offices, and labs.
What is Torrey Life Sciences?
This viral trend had college students freezing in place mid-action for elaborate group videos, often set to Rae Sremmurd’s “Black Beatles.”
What is the Mannequin Challenge?
This E-board member has an identical twin.
Who are Roshan and Roshith?
This 3-credit class examines the nervous system from molecules and cells to large-scale organization, highlighting modern research on how neural structures produce function.
What is PNB 3251: Biology of the Brain?
At this event, students heard research talks and met presenters from groups like the Zarkada Lab, Mulkey Lab, Menuz Lab, and Jackson Lab, and we had pizza!
What is Lounge and Learn?
Located in Arjona, this resource helps students navigate stress, burnout, and academic pressure—something especially relevant during exam-heavy semesters.
What is SHaW Mental Health Services?
In 2016, this UConn WBB coach led the Huskies to an undefeated season and a fourth consecutive National Championship.
Who is Geno Auriemma?
This E-Board member is not a PNB major. (Bonus points if you know which major)
Who is Audra?
This 3-credit course explores how vertebrates and invertebrates function across environments, emphasizing how evolution shapes physiological responses to physical and chemical challenges.
What is PNB 2250: Comparative Animal Physiology?
This assistant professor and startup co-founder spoke about her journey through biomedical engineering, entrepreneurship, and launching a biotech company.
Who is Dr. Leila Daneshmandi?
PNB students planning for med school often rely on this campus office for committee letters, application guidance, and MCAT prep resources.
What is the Pre-Med/Pre-Health Advising Office?
This viral mobile game had students wandering around campus at night in groups, trying to catch creatures near landmarks, dorms, and lecture halls.
What is Pokémon Go?
This E-board member knows every word of Hamilton.
Who is Monica?
This 2-credit course introduces students interested in healthcare careers to the lived experience of illness from the perspectives of individuals, families, and medical professionals, providing early insight into the human side of clinical practice.
What is PNB 3278: Patient and Healer?
Dr. Philipovic and Dr. Andalib joined us to present this graduate pathway for students interested in neuroscience or healthcare careers without committing to med school or a PhD.
What is the Surgical Neuromonitoring Master’s Program?
PNB students applying to med school often end up here for shadowing opportunities, routine care, and documentation needed for clinical programs.
What is Student Health and Wellness?
In 2016, this UConn legend led her team to a national championship, was the first overall draft pick, and was named rookie of the year.
Who is Breanna Stewart?
This E-board member is a dual citizen of Ireland.
Who is Alice AND Aisling?
This 2-credit lab course introduces students to using fruit flies as a model organism, featuring hands-on experience with fly husbandry, microdissection, microscopy, and behavioral assays like mating, circadian rhythms, aggression, and learning.
What is PNB 3178: Introduction to Drosophila Models in Physiology and Neurobiology Research?
Last Spring, this emergency medicine physician joined us and spoke about her career, international work in Norway, financial literacy, and work-life balance.
Who is Dr. Gayle Galletta?
Students struggling in tough science classes like orgo or physics can book free sessions through this academic support program known for group review, study planning and exam prep.
What is the Academic Achievement Center?
Opened in 2016 as part of a major campus expansion, this modern residence hall towering over Gampel was originally known as “NextGen Hall” and quickly became known for its sleek design and upgraded living spaces.
What is Werth Tower?
This E-board member was recently hit by a car.
Who is Aisling?