Adrian Michael Sayaphet

UConn/CAP Student Support Services is proud to highlight alumnus Adrian Sayaphet. Adrian was very active in campus life, which was due in large part to his involvement in the SSS program. "Without the SSS program, I would've been lost in the mix of searching for my comfort zone, friends, and more importantly, the transition into my first year of college. Throughout my years at UConn, the 97' SSS program was essential in my development as a person, providing me with great support from academics to creative self-expression."

Mr. Sayaphet graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2001 with a degree in Marketing and Communication Science. He currently is working at Epitome Fashion Line in Bridgeport and Hartford, CT where he serves not only as a designer and marketing director but is also co-founder. Adrian’s success, however, has not been limited to only one area of his life. He has been successfully serving his community in a variety of ways including his time as an English teacher at an alternative school where he played an active role in guiding urban youths onto a positive path through creative writing and self-development workshops. Other community service efforts include Helping the Homeless, Toys for Tots, Chief Advisor for Nubians United by Integration as One, various drug prevention programs and producing an award winning documentary on domestic violence for Bridgeport, CT in 1997.

We would, however, be remiss if some mention wasn’t made of his more creative pursuits. Adrian, also known as Buddha LuvJonz, has found inspiration from his Asian-American roots and has been described as “a socio-poetical, abstract, fun individual [who] deliver[s] cultural metaphoric words onto the canvas of your mind.” He has performed his works all over New England appearing as headliner, guest, and featured artist at many venues ranging from small cafés to large scale events.