In the Media: January, 2019

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Connecticut Magazine: 40 Under 40: The Class of 2019

Summer McGee, dean of the school of health sciences, is included in Connecticut Magazine’s 40 under 40 list. Dr. McGee is a national expert on health policy and healthcare management and has authored many articles in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters.

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NBC News: Melissa Etheridge to sing national anthem at Chiefs-Patriots game

Ceyda Mumcu, assistant professor of sports management, notes that the choice of an out lesbian to perform at this high profile NFL game is notable since sports has the unique ability to unite people. Mumcu, who has researched sports marking to LGBTQ fans, says that Etheridge’s performance will spark conversations, allow interactions, and change hearts and minds.

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The Daily Orange: 5G could revitalize Syracuse

Amir Esmailpour, assistant professor of electrical & computer engineering and computer science, explains the differences between 3G, 4G, and 5G while speaking of the major change 5G will bring.

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Patch: West Haven Mayor, UNH Advisory Panel Hosting Town Hall Meeting

West Haven Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and her staff invite residents to participate in a town hall meeting, sponsored by the mayor’s office and the University of New Haven Mayor’s Advisory Commission. The commission is led by Marcin Stankevich, a junior political science major, and Chris Haynes, assistant professor of political science.

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Diocese of Bridgeport: New Director ‘Walks The Walk’

Lorraine Gibbons, graduate alumni of business administration, has been named executive director for the Cardinal Shehan Center and the McGivney Community Center. She plans to focus on creating more training programs for youth, corporate partnerships, tutoring opportunities and GED programs.

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Fox 61: Inauguration Day

Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, joins Fox 61 on inauguration day for the new governor, Ned Lamont. Lawlor speaks about his time with the former governor Malloy and about the transitions between the different governors he worked with during his time in the Connecticut House of Representatives.

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CBS 3: Dr. Henry Lee Given Special Award

Dr. Henry C. Lee, renowned forensic scientist and founder of the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, was awarded the First Responder Lifetime Achievement Reward by members of the Annawon Lodge in West Haven. Dr. Lee says that West Haven is like a home for him and to be recognized is a really great honor.

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Blogarmoda: The Untold Dangers of Lyme Disease

Eva Sapi, coordinator of cellular and molecular biology and professor of biology and environmental science, speaks about what the lyme bacterium does once in the body. The sooner you launch an antibiotics attack, the better, she says.

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CT News Junkie: Outgoing Officials: Criminal Justice System Is In Good Place

Michael Lawlor, an associate professor of criminal justice, looks back on his days as a state legislator. Lawlor along with other members of the Criminal Justice Policy Advisory Commission held their final meeting last week and took a look back on the positive changes they managed in the criminal justice system.

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3 On Your Side: Virtual Reality Risks

With virtual reality headsets becoming more popular for gifts in recent times, it’s important to understand the risks. Ibrahim (Abe) Baggili, an associate professor and assistant dean of electrical & computer engineering and computer science, discusses the dangers of virtual reality software hacking.