Tools, updates, and guidance for OVPR employees across UConn and UConn Health
The OVPR Operations Team supports administrative, financial, and technical functions across all UConn campuses. We are the “people-support” people of the OVPR—here to help you navigate day-to-day operations and long-term career development.
Need help? Contact us at ovprhr@uconn.edu.
OVPR Operations Team
- Michelle Williams, Executive Director of Operations and Associate Vice President for Research
- Julie Schwager, Associate Vice President for Research Finance
@OVPR HR Operations
- Rebecca Myshrall – Director HR Services for the OVPR
- Kelley Bilodeau – HR Coordinator for the OVPR
- Dana Wine – Administrative Specialist
Computer and Technical Support
- Andrew Rittner – Computer Support Consultant
- Matthew J. Cook – Director of Research IT / Application Support
- OVPR eRA Help Desk – Technical Support for OVPR systems
@Research Finance
- Deanna Thibodeau – Director
- Jessica Gust – Supervising Accountant
- Charles Constant – Supervising Accountant
- Evelyn Grados – Staff Accountant
- Monika Kolacz – Fiscal Assistant
- Adrianna Lala-Kapusta – Fiscal Coordinator
- Cody Revicki – Fiscal Assistant
- Uma Raghavan – Staff Accountant
- Marissa Wall – Staff Accountant
- Sylwia Szelag – Staff Accountant
Official Info and Action Items for OVPR Staff
OVPR Minute – Current Issue
OVPR Orientation and HR Q&A Upon Request
New and current OVPR staff and supervisors are encouraged to contact OVPR HR to request a Teams onboarding or refresher session covering timecards, benefits, and an open Q&A.
Email ovprhr@uconn.edu to schedule a session and discuss any questions or concerns.
Onboarding Documents:
Payroll Information
Helpful Resources & Forms
- FAQ Quick Links: onboarding resources, administrative contacts, operational tools, HR and payroll guidance, safety protocols, and more.