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Here’s how you can disable cookies in common browsers:
1. Google Chrome
Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner.
Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data.
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Block all cookies (not recommended, can break most websites).
Block third-party cookies (can block ads and tracking cookies).
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Go to Settings > Privacy & Security.
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For Safari on iOS: Go to Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies.
For Chrome on Android: Open the app, tap the three dots, go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies.
Be Aware:
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FOI #20-196 (06-16-20, 12:37 pm) - Subject - Asbestos Records
Name - Adriana Merino
Affiliation -
I am requesting any
1. Records that identify any litigation in which the university has been involved, taking place between Jan. 1, 2000, and the present, that involve claims of mesothelioma contracted on university premises or facilities.
2. Reports, studies, compilations or similar documents that address the current presence of asbestos in university buildings.
3. Air quality tests taken on university premises between Jan. 1, 2017, and the present that measure the presence and level of, or absence of, airborne asbestos.
FOI #20-194 (06-16-20, 12:10 pm) - Subject - Budget details and expenditures for Public Safety
Name - Kathleen Tonry
Affiliation - UConn
I would like the most recent detailed budget information for UConn's Public Safety division, and specifically the Univ of Ct Police Department (UCPD). I am interested in the level of detail that shows allocations for new weapons, weapon training, gear, vehicles, and new hires. Thank you!
FOI #20-193 (06-16-20, 11:07 am) - Subject - Division of public safety Structure and Budget
Name - Student Student
Affiliation - Student
In light of recent events, I would like to know how UConn approaches public safety including but not limited to UCPD, UC Fire, Office of Emergency Management, EHS, and Fire Marshal. Specifically, I would like to know the sources of funding each of theses subdivisions as well as to whom each of the subdivisions reports.
Specifically, I would like to know the following about UCPD and UC Fire:
What is the relationship with theses departments and the Town of Mansfield?
What is the relationship with theses departments and the State of Connecticut?
Do any members of these departments report to anyone outside of the University? If so who and it what capacity?
Do any members of these departments hold employment beyond the University in their official capacity? If so who and it what capacity?
Do any of these departments receive funding directly from the University? If so how much?
Do any of these departments receive funding from sources beyond the University? If so how much?
I am requesting that the University of Connecticut Police Department please save and make available the video evidence from the cruiser triggered by activation of the cruiser lights, the entire video (and if applicable audio) at the time of the activation of the police crniser light on the roadway that serves as the basis for the chai·ges in misdemeanor summons MC 746944 Police Depaitment Case Number 2000029042 and all other video smveillance evidence used in the investigation. All of which are hereby requested for copying alternatively to be sent to my office in Vernon.
Please make sure to prese1ve all evidence including but not limited to written statements, notes, police cruiser video based upon activation of the light on the roadway, incident scene audio recordings, incident scene video recordings, audio communications by radio, phone or other communication methods, video smveillance evidence, any other videos or photographs and any other documents in any way related to Police Case number 2000029042 or pertaining to Case number 2000029042 (at all times before, during and er).
1. Pursuant to applicable authority, I am writing to request copies of the following “Documents” for the athletic department staff listed below:
1. Current employment contract and salary (Letter of intent, form agreement, or applicable document / record which shows annual compensation and start/end date of employment). If an employee does not have a formal written agreement, please provide (ideally in a spreadsheet or table format): Name, Compensation, and Start/End Date (or write “At Will” if applicable).
1. Allen Eddie University of Connecticut
2. Dailey Chris University of Connecticut
3. Dottin-Carter Dennis University of Connecticut
4. Edsall Corey University of Connecticut
5. Elliott Jamelle University of Connecticut
6. Giufre Frank University of Connecticut
7. Horton Jarren University of Connecticut
8. Hunter Kenya University of Connecticut
9. Moore Tom University of Connecticut
10. Moyseenko Mike University of Connecticut
11. Perkins Darrell University of Connecticut
12. Ralph Shea University of Connecticut
13. Smith Aaron University of Connecticut
14. Weiss Kyle University of Connecticut
15. Young Kimani University of Connecticut
2. Football
1. Pursuant to applicable authority, I am writing to request a copy of any contract or written agreement in force (i.e., signed, fully executed) for non-conference Football games listed below plus any additional non-conference games scheduled to be played between 2020 and 2035:
1. Ball State University 09/20/2025
2. Ball State University 10/15/2022
3. Boston College 10/28/2023
4. Boston College 10/29/2022
5. California State University, Fresno 08/28/2021
6. California State University, Fresno 10/01/2022
7. Central Connecticut State University 08/30/2025
8. Central Connecticut State University 09/03/2022
9. Clemson University 11/13/2021
10. Duke University 09/02/2023
11. Duke University 09/14/2024
12. Florida International University 10/08/2022
13. Florida International University 10/14/2023
14. Holy Cross 09/02/2021
15. Lafayette College 09/05/2026
16. Lafayette College 09/09/2023
17. Liberty University 10/31/2020
18. Liberty University 11/11/2023
19. Liberty University 11/12/2022
20. Middle Tennessee State University 10/23/2021
21. Middle Tennessee State University 11/21/2020
22. Ohio State University 10/18/2025
23. Old Dominion University 10/03/2020
24. Purdue University 09/11/2021
25. Purdue University 09/13/2025
26. San Jose State University 09/16/2028
27. San Jose State University 11/14/2020
28. Syracuse University 09/06/2025
29. Syracuse University 09/10/2022
30. Syracuse University 10/03/2026
31. Syracuse University 11/06/2027
32. Temple University 09/04/2027
33. Temple University 09/30/2028
34. Temple University 10/05/2024
35. Temple University 10/10/2026
36. United States Military Academy at West Point (Army) 09/07/2024
37. United States Military Academy at West Point (Army) 09/18/2021
38. United States Military Academy at West Point (Army) 10/11/2025
39. United States Military Academy at
Connecticut Freedom of Information Act Request
Attn: University Communications
Pursuant to Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-200 through 1-241 ("Connecticut FOIA"), I am writing to request copies of the Directory Information below for all current and former students of University of Connecticut to the extent that such records are kept in an electronic recordkeeping system (e.g. I am not requesting copies of information that are only currently stored in hard copy format):
• Name
• Student Level
• Dates of Attendance
• School or College
• Major Field of Study
• Degrees Received
• Honors Received
• Awards Received