Webster Bank and UConn form partnership

Webster Bank announced July 26 that it will be the official bank of the University of Connecticut.

The partnership will span across all aspects of the university. All students”™ banking needs will be referred to Webster Bank and in exchange, Webster will support UConn youth and community programs, as well as a new basketball center. The 70,000-square-foot center will be built on the current Memorial Stadium site.

“We are grateful for Webster Bank’s commitment to UConn Athletics,” said Warde Manuel, UConn director of athletics, in a press release.  “Through its contribution to our new Basketball Development Center, Webster has recognized the importance of in maintaining the excellence in our nationally-recognized basketball programs.”

Additionally, an affinity card and banking program for the 200,000 UConn alumni will be created.