UConn Health has partnered with Academic Impressions to expand professional development opportunities for UConn and UConn Health faculty and staff. Through this partnership, employees receive membership access to a robust library of learning resources tailored to the unique needs of higher education professionals.

  • Why you should use Academic Impressions

    Topic areas range from practical, skills-based trainings to leadership development in areas such as supervision, personal effectiveness, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. All content is created by higher education professionals, for higher education professionals.

    Expanding access to high-quality professional development helps build capacity across our campus communities, supports employees in navigating daily challenges, and strengthens our ability to serve students and patients—advancing the missions of UConn and UConn Health.

    Academic Impressions membership includes:

    • Hundreds of hours of free online training, available live and on demand
    • New learning opportunities added weekly
    • Engaging formats for various learning styles, including in-depth virtual conferences
    • Resources in Academic Leadership, Advancement, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Faculty Success, Leadership Development, Student Affairs, Title IX & Compliance, and more
    • Focused learning paths to help leaders at all levels develop and refine key skills
    • A dedicated Account Manager who can help curate resources aligned with individual and team goals
  • How to Access Academic Impressions

    Access your membership resources using your UConn NetID Single Sign On

    Don't know your NetID or need to set it up? Visit our NetID Management Page

  • Membership Resources

    Membership includes:

    Access to hundreds of on-demand articles and blogs; member-exclusive courses; live and recorded webcasts; live and recorded virtual trainings; virtual conferences; assessments; and other reference resources.

    Membership does not include (may be available at a discounted rate):

    Select offerings—such as bootcamps, coaching services, and custom trainings—are not included in the base membership provided to all UConn Health employees. Employees interested in paid offerings should consult with their supervisor.

  • Schedule a Meeting and Contacts

    Schedule a Meeting:

    Yianna Kappas is the University of Connecticut's account representative. She is happy to schedule a meeting to help:

    • Find a focus for your department or unit
    • Tour the platform and reviewing tools
    • Recommend Trainings and resources

    UConn Contacts:

    Alexandra Crean - acrean@uchc.edu