Devin Gaines ’07 (CLAS), (ENG), (SFA) had completed a remarkable achievement. He had earned 276 credits in five year, enough to earn five degrees – computer

science, theatre studies, linguistic/psychology, cognitive science, and an individualized major in cinema, culture, and cognition. He also had five minors. He accomplished this while maintaining a 3.2 grade point average. He had planned to continue his education by pursuing a master’s degree in educational communications technology. His remarkable story ended tragically when he died in a swimming accident on July 10, 2007. He was an amazing individual and was known for his compassion philanthropic nature, and academic success.

The Devin T. Gaines Student Involvement and Activities Center was founded to remember and honor his achievement. It was also founded to to inspire future University of Connecticut students to take advantage of every opportunity they have, just as Devin did.

 

 

Student Activities Award Nomination Forms

Advisor of the Year Student Leader of the Year Student Organization of the Year