College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources

The College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR) stands at the heart of UConn’s mission to improve lives, protect our natural world, and strengthen communities. Every day, CAHNR students, faculty, and researchers tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time—food security, public health, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, animal science innovation, and the wellbeing of both people and the planet.

From cutting‑edge labs and greenhouses to extension programs in every corner of the state, CAHNR pairs hands-on learning with real-world impact. Whether improving water quality, advancing nutrition science, supporting Connecticut’s farms, or training the next generation of health and environmental leaders, CAHNR is a catalyst for positive change locally, nationally, and globally.

Why Your Support Matters

Your gift—no matter the size—directly fuels opportunities that help students thrive and drive forward groundbreaking work. Support to CAHNR amplifies:

• Student Success: Scholarships, experiential learning, internships, and professional development that remove barriers and open doors.
• Innovative Research: Solutions for climate change, sustainable agriculture, human and animal health, and community wellbeing.
• Extension & Outreach: Programs that serve Connecticut families, farms, youth, and communities through evidence-based education and support.
• Hands-On Learning Spaces: Teaching labs, animal facilities, research farms, and field sites where students gain real-world skills.

Make an Impact at the College Level:

The Dean’s Scholarship Fund: This fund is crucial to our ability to recruit and retain the best students, regardless of their economic background.

The Dean’s Unrestricted Fund: Whether responding to emerging environmental threats, launching research projects, or supporting student initiatives, this fund empowers us to act fast.

Dig deeper to support CAHNR programs:

CAHNR’s academic departments are the backbone of our teaching, research, and student experience. Explore the department pages below to learn how your support can strengthen their work and elevate student success.

UConn Extension turns university research into real-world solutions across all 169 Connecticut communities. With more than a century of service, Extension empowers farmers, families, youth, and local leaders through practical, research‑based programming. Your support strengthens the programs that help Connecticut residents thrive. Visit their page to learn more about their programs fundraising goals this year!

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