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University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - College Degree in Three Years

College Degree in Three Years	11/15/10

College of Business launches pilot program for high-achieving students
Mary J. Miller, lecturer in accounting and director of Undergraduate Experience in the UNH College of Business, explains why the University has created a new fast-track, three-year study option, which offers academically strong students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in business by completing 121 credit hours in only three years, saving a year's tuition, room and board. The fast-track study option is available for all of the majors in the College of Business, which includes accounting, finance, management, marketing, management of sports industries, hospitality and restaurant management, and tourism and event management. Play the footage from WFSB >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Sack on Counterfeit Amateurs

Sack on "Counterfeit Amateurs"	11/6/10


In the world of collegiate athletics, students are increasingly treated as commodities rather than pupils. In an extensive interview with Penn State Public Broadcasting, UNH professor Allen Sack discusses drawbacks of this shift in values as well as what the future of college sports might look like. He explains how events of the 1960s and 1970s redefined the treatment of scholar-athletes and his current motivation for revising the context in which colleges perceive their athletes. Play the video from WPSU >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Lawlor Comments on Cheshire Case

Lawlor on Why Petit Suspects Were Paroled	09/18/10

Could Tragedy Have Been Prevented?
UNH professor Mike Lawlor provides insight on how the Petit murders might have been avoided had the Connecticut Parole Board received adequate information about the suspects. "There was information that the Parole Board and the Department of Corrections should have had that would have changed the decision making here. This is a classic case of the left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing," he says, noting that a state-of-the-art information system has been implemented since then. Play the footage from CNN >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - UNH Designs a Car to Get 500 MPG

UNH Designs A Car to Get 500 MPG	06/01/10


A team of UNH engineering students unveiled a prototype vehicle designed to compete at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers supermileage competition in June, 2010. Computer, electrical and mechanical engineering skills came together to create the 120-lb vehicle designed to travel over 500 miles on a gallon of gas. Play the footage from WTNH >> Play the footage from WTIC >> Play the footage from WFSB >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Unique Trio Graduates

Unique Trio Graduates	05/16/10

Dr. Henry Lee Receives Honorary Degree
Nearly 900 undergraduate and graduate students accepted their degrees on May 16, among them a unique trio from the same family: Nikkia, Lorrice and Tyrone Grant of Hamden, Connecticut. "I can't believe this day is finally here," said Lorrice Grant. "We've all worked so hard, we've helped each other out, bonded together…and now all three of us are graduating. We're just overjoyed." Dr. Henry Lee, the founder of the forensic science program at UNH, was the keynote speaker at the day's commencement ceremonies. He also received an honorary Doctorate of Law degree. Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Hamden Family Graduates From UNH Together

Hamden Family Graduates From UNH Together	05/16/10


Tyrone, Lorrice and Nikkia Grant – dad, mom, and daughter from Hamden – all wore their caps and gowns for commencement. Mom Lorrice got her bachelor's degree in nutrition, Tyrone majored in business administration, and daughter Nikkia earned her master's in public administration. Play the footage from Fox 61 >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Graduation Day a Family Affair

Graduation Day a Family Affair	05/13/10

"We've waited so long for this," says Lorrice Grant
Three members of the Grant family of Hamden, Connecticut will be in cap and gown for UNH's 87th Commencement on May 16. While father Tyrone and mom Lorrice will be receiving degrees in, respectively, business administration and nutrition/dietetics, daughter Nikkia will receive her master's degree in public administration. From difficult schedules to graveyard shifts, Nikkia says making this happen has been a family affair. Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - The Biological Wonder of the Horseshoe Crab

The Biological Wonder of the Horseshoe Crab	04/06/10

Professor's Work Featured on "All Things Connecticut"
UNH professor Carmela Cuomo has spent the past decade studying the horseshoe crab, the blood of which contains a compound which is used by every drug manufacturer in the world to test for the presence of bacteria in medicines and vaccines. The latest tests on horseshoe crab blood may show that it also has anti-cancer and anti-AIDS properties. Cuomo and two of her students were featured in a segment of CPTV's "All Things Connecticut" which highlights their important work in breeding, and ultimately saving, this important species. Play the footage from CPTV >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Lee Assists Investigation of Power Plant Explosion

Lee Assists Investigation of Power Plant Explosion	03/19/10


UNH professor and world-renowned forensic scientist Henry C. Lee joined a panel of experts investigating the Feb. 7 explosion at the nearly-completed Kleen Energy power plant in Middletown, Conn. Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Combatting Underage Drinking

Campaign To Combat Underage Drinking Kicks Off at UNH	02/04/10

NBC Connecticut coverage
Jerry Farrell, Jr., Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, talks about the effects of underage drinking at UNH's Laurel Vlock Center for Convergent Media on February 4, 2010, as part of the kickoff of the 2010 WSWC Public Service Announcement Contest. "Having PSAs from people in that age category - I think really gets the message across in a way that those of us who are older cannot get the message," he notes. The winning 2009 video was produced by students at UNH. The contest aids in the prevention of underage drinking and is sponsored by the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of Connecticut. Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Combatting Underage Drinking

Campaign To Combat Underage Drinking Kicks Off at UNH	02/04/10

WTIC Coverage
Jill Spineti of the Governor's Prevention Partnership talks about the effects of underage drinking at UNH's Laurel Vlock Center for Convergent Media on February 4, 2010, as part of the kickoff of the 2010 WSWC Public Service Announcement Contest. "It's a serious health issue, when kids start drinking early...it affects their brain, their judgment, their ability to learn," she notes. The winning 2009 video was produced by students at UNH. The contest aids in the prevention of underage drinking and is sponsored by the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of Connecticut. Play the footage from Fox Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - Combatting Underage Drinking

Campaign To Combat Underage Drinking Kicks Off at UNH	02/04/10

Public Service Announcement Contest
Students Chelsea Fowler, Jonathan Gorton and Andy Pop, members of the UNH team that produced the winning video in the 2009 WSWC Public Service Announcement Contest, were joined by dignitaries including Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Michael Fedele for the kickoff of the 2010 competition at the UNH Laurel Vlock Center for Convergent Media on February 4, 2010. The contest aids in the prevention of underage drinking and is sponsored by the Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of Connecticut. Play the footage from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights - OTL Discussion: Athletic Scholarships

ESPN's "Outside The Lines" On Athletic Scholarships	01/03/10


Allen Sack, professor of Sports/Hospitality & Tourism Management at UNH and Director of the Institute for Sports Management, discusses the impact of one-year renewable scholarships on student athletes on ESPN's "Outside The Lines." Play the footage from ESPN >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Henry C. Lee Topping Off

Topping Off Ceremony For New Henry C. Lee Institute	8-Jan.-10


President Steven H. Kaplan and Dr. Henry C. Lee inscribe the final steel beam for a topping off ceremony of the Henry C. Lee Institute for Forensic Science. When completed, the Lee Institute will be the first of its kind anywhere in the world and will revolutionize the way crimes are solved. The center is set to open up in the fall of 2010. Play the footage from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Mike Lawlor

UNH Professor Comments on Annie Le Case	3-Nov.-09

Professor of criminal justice on defense strategy
Mike Lawlor, professor of criminal justice, state representative and former prosecutor, comments on Raymond Clark III's defense strategy in the Annie Le murder case. "It's a potential death penalty case...when you get into that situation, the defense lawyers and prosecutors become much more cautious," says Professor Lawlor. "...[but] in a case as serious as this, I can't imagine that the prosecutors would be looking for anything less than the equivalent of a life sentence here." Play the footage from WFSB >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: James Hilaire

On The Road To Recovery	4-Oct.-09

James Hilaire '10, one year later: "I keep pushing myself"
After recovering from a serious injury that left him in a coma on September 24, 2008, James Hilaire is now an assistant coach at UNH. Quips head coach Joshua Krusewski, "If guys get a bump or a bruise, I send them right over to James and have them tell him how hurt they are." Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Henry C. Lee Institute Breaks Ground

Henry C. Lee Institute Breaks Ground	25-Sept-09

"It will be the first of its kind in the world," says UNH's Lee
The Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science will revolutionize the way crimes are solved, with features like forensic-crisis management and cold-case resolution. The new Institute will also "bring law enforcement training and forensic research to another plateau," according to Dr. Lee. The building's technology will also be used by law enforcement officials around the state. Play the footage from NBC Connecticut >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Elm City Theatre

Elm City Theater Discovers "The Secret Garden"	18-Aug-09

Tony-award winning play debuts at Dodds Hall on Sept. 10
Jeremy Tortora '09 and Anthony Festa '95 discuss the founding of Elm City Theater and its production of "The Secret Garden" on Good Morning Connecticut. Elm City Theater is a completely student-run theater performance group based at UNH. Play the footage from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: The Future of Law Enforcement?

The Future of Law Enforcement at UNH?	18-Aug-09

Students delve into the world of CSI
A group of high school students from across Connecticut recently attended the Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Camp in the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences at the University of New Haven. Students delved into the world of crime-scene investigation and received hands-on experience with some of the techniques and technology seen in TV and movies. Play the footage from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Professor Criticizes Tax Plan

UNH Professor Criticizes President's Tax Plan	26-July-09

Dr. Robert Rainish appears on Connecticut Newsmakers
Business professor comments on President Obama's proposed tax increase for U.S. companies doing business overseas. Play the footage from WVIT >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Dr. Henry Lee on Larry King Live

Dr. Lee Discusses the King of Pop	10-July-09

Famed forensics expert appears twice on Larry King Live
Dr. Henry Lee discusses the controversy surrounding the death of pop icon Michael Jackson, during two segments on CNN's Larry King Live in July. Play the footage from Larry King Live, July 2 >> Play the footage from Larry King Live, July 10 >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: UNH Student Rescues Children in France

UNH Student Saves Lives in France	1-July-09

Was touring Normandy during UNH Summer Study Abroad
University of New Haven criminal justice student and Killingworth, Conn. resident, Christopher DiStefano '10, is now known as "the new hero of Omaha" for his brave act of saving two drowning children at Omaha Beach in Normandy, France on May 28, 2009. Play coverage from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Award-Winning PSA

UNH Students Take Prize for PSA	8-May-09

Highlighted the dangers of underage drinking
University of New Haven communication students took first place in the second annual Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of Connecticut Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest. The competition was held to find a new 30-second PSA to reinforce the dangers of underage drinking through the creative use of sound and image. This year's theme was "Underage Drinking and Connecticut's House Party Law." Play the original PSA >> Play coverage from NBC 30 >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Fighting Fire with Fire

Fighting Fire with Fire	7-May-09

UNH Debuts New Levy Investigation Lab
The campus community watched in amazement Monday, May 4 at the inaugural burn of the new state-of-the art Levy Family Fire Investigation Laboratory. The lab, which consists of three 10-by-10 furnished rooms, allows Fire Science students to read burn patterns and determine a fire's point of origin and cause. Play the video from WTNH >> Play the video from NBC 30 >> Play the video from FOX 61 >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: UNH Delves Into Biodiesel Research

UNH Delves Into Biodiesel Research	27-April-09


Dr. Carmela Cuomo, professor of environmental science at UNH, is leading a study to determine what types of algae from Long Island Sound might be best suited for use as biodiesel fuel. WTNH-TV and NECN offered viewers an in-depth view of Cuomo and her graduate students collecting the algae. Play the video from CPTV >> Play the video from WTNH >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Lee Lends His Expertise Globally and Locally

Lee Lends His Expertise Globally and Locally	1-March-09

New Forensic Technology Center
UNH's new 15,649 square-foot, $9.4 million Henry C. Lee Institute, to be completed in summer 2010, will include a Forensic Crisis Management Command Center, a crime scene learning center, and laboratories and classrooms. Play the video from NBC 30 >> Play the video from Fox 61 >> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: Avoiding Layoffs

How to Avoid Being Laid Off	12-Jan-09


Dr. Stuart Sidle, professor and coordinator of the UNH Industrial/Organizational Psychology Program offers tips on how to avoid being laid off on the Fox 61 Morning News. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - In the News: Look Mom, No Cavities

Look Mom, No Cavities	22-Dec-08

Experience for UNH Students, Pearly Whites for Area Kids
UNH's dental hygiene students' annual 'Give Kids a Smile' campaign for low income families is a hit with local children. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - In the News: Recruiting Next Generation of Engineers

Recruiting Next Generation of Engineers	22-Dec-08

Demonstration Blows Away Area High School Students
A 2,300 mile per hour wind sweep through UNH during a demonstration of Connecticut's largest wind tunnel. Area high school students were on hand to learn the many aspects of an engineering education. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

UNH Day With Henry C. Lee

Henry Lee Uncovered	29-Nov-08

Solving the World's Mysteries
Revealing insider information, along with his signature sense of humor, Internationally Renowned Forensic Scientist and UNH Professor Henry C. Lee details how he, and other University of New Haven faculty, have solved many of the world's toughest cold cases. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

UNH Mock Dorm Fire

Fire Prevention Week	2-Oct-08

Erupts at UNH
UNH's Fire Science Club's event for Fire Prevention Week sparked much interest on campus and in the media. The Club demonstrated how quickly a residence hall room can burn and also offered safety tips. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

UNH Beam Signing

Topping-Off Top News in CT	26-Sep-08

View TV news clips featuring the UNH topping-off ceremony
TV news crews from across Connecticut captured footage as students, faculty, staff and friends of the University of New Haven inscribed their signatures on the final beam of the frame of the new $46-million, five-story, 400-bed residence hall and a 100-foot crane then hoisted the beam into place. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

University of New Haven - Video News Highlights: National Security Program Spotlighted

Fox 61 Spotlights National Security Program	11-Sep-08

Defending our nation begins, for some, here at UNH
On the anniversary of the 9-11 attacks, Fox 61 shines the spotlight on UNH's National Security Program and its director, former FBI special agent Bill Tafoya, Ph.D. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

UNH Move In Day

Historic Enrollment Noted Statewide	04-Sep-08

Record-breaking Enrollment
UNH's record-breaking enrollment was a top news story throughout Connecticut and the nation. Even USA Today noted the University's historic growth. The largest freshman class in UNH's 88 years moved on campus in late August 2008 and all three networks couldn't resist stopping by to talk to students about University's growing popularity and impressive transformation. Also included in this clip, Fox 61's segment that spotlights how enrollment in UNH's National Security Master's Program has increased greatly since 9-11. Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

UNH In The News 1

Ground-Breaking Research Hits the Airwaves	01-July-08

View television clips that feature University faculty and students.
Check out these excerpts from some of the exciting TV coverage of UNH in 2008. From ground-breaking research to concrete canoes and the opening of the new Beckerman Recreation Center – UNH is big news! Play the video>> Questions? jharmon@newhaven.edu

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