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In today's newsletter:
- How a Storrs soccer star just landed a pro contract
- How UConn’s record $800M campaign could reshape life around Storrs
- How competitive is UConn Storrs now compared with Fairfield and Yale?
Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Windy; a p.m. snow shower, with a high of 33 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Friday: Breezy with periods of sun, temps: high: 32, low: 18.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 34 and low of 24 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• NC Courage Sign Nigerian National Team Forward Chioma Okafor (oursportscentral.com) — A former UConn Huskies soccer standout who played her college career in Storrs has signed a multi-year professional contract with the North Carolina Courage in the NWSL. Nigerian national team forward Chioma Okafor, who moved to Storrs in 2019 after prep school in Massachusetts, parlayed her prolific Huskies career into this opportunity and will join the Courage beginning with the 2026 season. 
• 'Because of UConn Campaign' Raises $800 Million ... So Far (patch.com) — UConn’s Storrs-based “Because of UConn” campaign has already topped $800 million in donations, putting the university more than halfway to its $1.5 billion goal. The money is boosting scholarships, research, UConn Health, regional campuses and athletics, with most gifts under $1,000 and thousands of volunteers involved across the Husky community.
• What is Fairfield University's acceptance rate? What to know as the first rounds of decisions come out (newstimes.com) — If you’re eyeing UConn’s Storrs campus or other Connecticut schools, be aware that acceptance rates are dropping as applications surge. A detailed look at Fairfield University’s increasingly selective process shows how competitive top in-state options have become, with timelines and stats that can help local families plan their applications.
📸 Around Storrs
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Storrs
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- PJ Day For The Kids
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 134 Warrenville Road , Mansfield Center - PJ Day for CT Children's Hospital
Mansfield, CT Calendar , Storrs- , Mansfield - Haircuts
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 303 Maple RoadStorrs , Mansfield
8:30 am - Wii Bowling
Mansfield Senior Center , 303 Maple Road , Storrs Mansfield
9:00 am - Yarnivores!
Mansfield Senior Center , 303 Maple Road , Storrs Mansfield
10:00 am - Scrabble
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 303 Maple RoadStorrs , Mansfield
10:00 am - Music & Movement
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 54 Warrenville Road , Mansfield Center
10:30 am - Gentle Yoga - First December Class
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 303 Maple RoadStorrs , Mansfield
11:15 am
Friday December 12
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Mahjongg
Coventry, CT Calendar , 172 Lake Street , Coventry
9:30 am - Free Strength & Balance Workout Video
Coventry, CT Calendar Coventry, CT 06238
10:00 am - Bereavement Support Group - New regular meeting time
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 303 Maple RoadStorrs , Mansfield
10:00 am - Open Game Time!
Mansfield, CT Calendar , 303 Maple RoadStorrs , Mansfield
11:00 am
Thursday December 11
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Big Y posted a job opening for Produce/Floral Clerk in Mansfield Center. Apply here.
- Dribbler LLC posted a job opening for Private Soccer Coach in Tolland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Storrs here.
🗞 Nearby News
Mansfield
- 'Because of UConn' Campaign Raises $800 Million ... So Far (patch.com)
Coventry
- IOC president Coventry sets early 2026 target for new Olympic policy on gender eligibility (thehour.com)
Tolland
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