With the recent transition from educating in the classroom to the virtual realm due to the pandemic, the teaching world has changed drastically. We wanted to hear from Neag School alumni now serving as teachers about how they are managing the online teaching and learning environment.

As a psychologist and the mother of two college-aged students, I am concerned about my children’s future emotional well-being. I know that the late teens to early 20s are a time when the majority of many lifetime mental health disorders take hold.

Our Neag School Class of 2020 will be remembered as one of UConn’s most resilient graduating classes ever.

“I will forever be grateful that I chose this prestigious institution to shape me into the educator I am today.”

“I aspire to be a teacher who focuses on making meaningful connections with my students and emphasizes the importance of including engaging and socially conscious content.”

“I aspire to be the best version of myself and be a continuous learner throughout life, and I want to positively impact others and inspire them to be become their best version, too.”

“UConn has given me the communication skills, creativity, leadership skills, and helped to spark a passion for my career as an educator.”

“UConn has prepared me for my future career because I was able to find my voice and confidence as I prepare myself to become a teacher.”

“UConn has prepared me for my future career by consistently pushing me outside of my comfort zone. Every day spent as a teacher should be a step outside of your comfort zone.”

“During my time in the sport management program, I found my passion for emotional branding as well as in advocating against the ongoing injustices in our world.”