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Wildfire smoke complicates summers, especially for children with asthma. The season that should mean fresh air, outdoor play, and fewer indoor asthma triggers is now unpredictable. UVM researcher Anna Maassel, a PhD candidate in the UVM Rubenstein School and a student fellow at the Gund Institute at UVM, is examining the impact of wildfire smoke on children with asthma in our region, working toward answers the community can use as they experience these environmental challenges.

📺 Watch to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzuS1gY0in8

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For Life! The UVM Career Center is available to all Catamounts.
Whether you’re a recent grad, considering a career change, preparing to negotiate, or simply looking to reassess your next step, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
With 1:1 coaching (virtual or in-person) or drop-in hours, our team is here to support you at every stage of your career journey.
Ready to get started?
👉 Explore resources and schedule time with a coach: https://www.uvm.edu/career/alums

Science or Sorcery?
In Appala Raju Badireddy’s, PhD, environmental engineering lab, cutting-edge research meets real-world impact. As an Associate Professor in UVM College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, Badireddy leads a dynamic team of students – from undergraduates to PhD candidates – working to develop innovative solutions for water and wastewater treatment.

What’s happening?
• Closed-loop water treatment: Transforming medical wastewater into medical-grade saline, helping improve access to this essential fluid in rural healthcare settings.
• Tackling “forever chemicals”: Developing innovative technologies to capture and destroy PFAS in wastewater, addressing one of today’s most urgent environmental challenges.

Learn more about these critical water research initiatives in "Transforming Sustainable Water Systems in the ALCHEMIST Lab": https://bit.ly/4xoIh9B

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With a throw of 50.83m, Emma Wapshare set the Vermont program record in the javelin at the America East Championship in May. Now, the UVM grad is getting ready to compete at the NCAA Championship in Eugene, Oregon on June 11 to cap off her UVM Cross Country/Track & Field career! Go get ‘em, Emma!
Learn more: https://uvmathletics.com/news/2026/5/28/womens-track-field-wapshare-advances-to-ncaa-championships-with-program-record.aspx

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A surprise groundbreaking discovery by UVM researchers sheds new light on how flu viruses replicate within cells, revealing promising pathways for future treatments and prevention strategies.

UVM research reveals a new potential path to flu treatment and prevention Scientists say they’ve discovered that flu viruses hijack our cells in different ways, opening up new possibilities for dealing with the common illness.

Where will the path take you this summer?
University of Vermont Summer U can help you find your direction.
Summer tuition is 30% less than the academic year, with financial aid available. Choose from courses across disciplines, from ASL to mechanical engineering, with in-person and online options. Registration for June and July is open now—don’t miss your chance to move forward this summer.

It was a monumental moment worth reliving! Watch the Commencement Ceremonies recordings and spot your grad taking that next big step, and keep the celebration going.

UVM Commencement Ceremony Livestream | The University of Vermont Note: Livestream videos will not be active until shortly before the ceremonies are scheduled to begin.

What does the future of rural communities look like in an AI-driven world?

Join the conversation at the RISE Summit on June 16 at UVM, where innovators and community leaders will explore how partnerships can power rural prosperity.

This year’s conference features a keynote on AI and the future rural economy, plus sessions and workshops on collaboration, economic development, and community wellbeing. You’ll connect with entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, and students working to expand opportunity across Vermont and beyond.

UVM’s RISE Summit Returns to Advance Rural Prosperity | Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships | The University of Vermont show the image caption close caption Photo by Joshua Defibaugh UVM’s RISE Summit Returns to Advance Rural Prosperity Featuring a keynote on AI and the future rural economy, UVM innovation conference on June 16 will explore partnerships to build rural prosperity Culture & Society Environment Health...

Join us in congratulating Christopher Berger, Ph.D., on his appointment as Dean of the Graduate College and Postdoctoral Studies at the University of Vermont, effective July 1.

Dr. Berger is a highly collaborative leader…Dr. Berger currently serves as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Innovation in the Graduate College, where he has played a key role in strengthening graduate education, advancing interdisciplinary programs, and supporting student success.

A Professor in the Larner College of Medicine, Dr. Berger brings more than 30 years of experience as a researcher, educator, and mentor. His work in biophysics has earned international recognition and sustained NIH funding, and his dedication to mentorship was honored with the 2023 Dean’s Excellence in Research Award.

With deep institutional knowledge, strong campus partnerships, and a passion for graduate and postdoctoral education, Dr. Berger is well-positioned to lead the Graduate College into its next chapter. Congratulations, Dr. Berger, we’re excited for what’s ahead!

Christopher Berger Appointed Dean of the Graduate College and Postdoctoral Studies | UVM News | The University of Vermont Christopher Berger Appointed Dean of the Graduate College and Postdoctoral Studies Share June 3, 2026 By Strategic Communications Christopher Berger has been appointed the new Dean of UVM’s Graduate College and Postdoctoral Studies, effective July 1. A highly collaborative leader with extensive e...