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Sign the Last Beam, Attend a Ceremony
Marking Residence Hall’s Progress
On his way to class, freshman Chris Moss, in photo at top, a Criminal Justice major from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., stops by the residence hall construction site to check out the progress on the $46 million building. Chris, a linebacker for the UNH Football Club, is standing where a ceremony marking the placement of the residence hall’s last structural beam will take place Thursday, Sept. 25. Mark your calendars, Blackberries and computerized datebooks for the morning of Sept. 25. From 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sept. 25, the entire campus community is invited to sign the residence hall’s last structural beam. At 11 a.m. that day, President Kaplan, Board of Governors chair Samuel S. Bergami Jr. and local dignitaries will mark the day.
Appellate Court Brings
Criminal Trial to Campus
The Connecticut Appellate Court will be on campus to try two actual criminal cases starting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24. The cases will last about one hour each, with discussion sessions for the audience conducted by attorneys while the judges are in “chambers” after each case is heard. The University community is invited and encouraged to attend. For more information, contact Donna Decker Morris at ext. 7373 or e-mail.
Hear Top Woman at ESPN
Share Secrets Oct. 2
Rosa Gatti, the highest-ranking woman at ESPN, the nation’s premier sports network, is the University’s 2008 Autumn Bartels Fellow. Gatti built the ESPN brand to what it is today, and she will share the secret of her success at the Bartels Lecture at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2 in Dodds Theatre. All are invited.
Click here to read more on Gatti.
UNH’s Moylan Named to Republic of Ireland National Team
University of New Haven senior women's soccer player Selina Moylan has been called up by the Republic of Ireland National Team to play against the United States in Giants Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17.
New Haven Seeing Blue |
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In a Sept. 9 story about UNH’s upcoming football season, NCAA News on ncaa.org reported on UNH’s new blue and yellow field. “New Haven officials placed a Charger logo on the stadium’s new blue and yellow turf Sept. 8 in preparation for the return of football in 2009,” the article reported. |
More Information
On Parking
The University’s growth has resulted in parking challenges, there is no doubt. Click here to read answers to frequently asked questions. Click here for a letter from President Kaplan outlining the University’s new 2008-2009 parking plan. With fairness its utmost goal, a task force comprising undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, staff and administrators reached consensus on the plan.
Campus News
Fox 61 Spotlights UNH’s
National Security Graduate Program
UNH’s National Security Graduate Program Director Dr. Bill Tafoya and graduate students David Mekjian and Melissa DeBoe were interviewed by Fox 61 last week regarding the program’s increasing popularity since the 9-11 attacks.
CJ Professor Discusses Stalking
The lecture “Types, Frequency, and Effectiveness of Responses to Unwanted Pursuit and Stalking” will be presented by Dr. Leila B. Dutton, associate professor of Criminal Justice at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16 in the upper level of the Marvin K. Peterson Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the University of New Haven Library, the event is free for UNH faculty, students and staff with valid ID. For more information, call 203-479-4512 or e-mail hdobi@newhaven.edu.
Learn to Sustain
Through Innovation
The talk, “Creating Sustainable Value through Innovation," will be presented by Jatin DeSai, CEO, The DeSai Group, 12:15 p.m on Wednesday, Sept. 17. DeSai will discuss how a business creates sustainable value in today's climate. The event takes place in Room B120, Schumann Auditorium, Tagliatela College of Engineering and is free and open to public. Questions? Contact Ismail Orabi, ext. 7144 or iorabi@newhaven.edu.
CT Judge Speak on Campus
Connecticut Superior Court Judge Jon Blue will discuss “The Constitution and the Presidency.” from 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 17 in Room 109 of Kaplan Hall. A question and answer session will follow. This event is sponsored by the Legal Society.
Regional Food, Refreshments, Music on Tap
Attend the event Kite Fighting/Flying Festivals of India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, in the Alumni Lounge in Bartels Hall, the campus center.
Russian Film Highlights War and Peace
The Russian Film Series presents a film about war and peace in the Caucasus. “Prisoner of the Mountains” (1996) to run at 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19, Room 108, Kaplan Hall. Two of Russia’s best-known screen actors play Russian soldiers abducted by a Chechen clansman in revenge for the capture of his son. Filmed in the mountains of southern Russia, this film exposes the human tragedy of war.
Remembering Sept. 11
On Thursday, Sept. 11, President Kaplan, USGA President Louis Eswood III, an honor guard of Allingtown firefighters, members of the University Police Department, faculty and students joined in a Remembrance Walk that started at New Hall Patio and ended in Maxcy Quad. A ceremony paid tribute to those lost in the tragedy. American flags were handed out throughout campus, and a display of small flags remains as a makeshift memorial in the Maxcy Quad.
Niles Named NE-10 Player of the Week;
Rosner Receives Setter of the Week Honors
University of New Haven women's volleyball player Rhe-Ann Niles has been named the Northeast-10 Conference Player of the Week, while teammate Yael Rosner was named the NE-10 Setter of the Week for the week ending Sept. 7.
United Ways Days of Caring
Take a look at the links below to see where your skills and interests will fit into the United Way Days of Caring. It’s an opportunity to give a hands-on gift to the local community while working alongside colleagues on rewarding projects.
Share Your Love of Reading
The Furniture Co-Op Needs Your Help!
Project 3 Bedroom Apartment
Community Garden Green Thumbs!
Quinnipiac Meadows Eugene Fargeorge Preserve
Webpage Will Get You
Informed on the Election
Take advantage of the Presidential Election webpage, sponsored by Student Life, at http://www.newhaven.edu/student-life/23618/. It provides students with information on campus-wide voter education events, registration drives, election night events and absentee ballot deadlines.
West Haven Happenings
Numerous events are planned for downtown West Haven in the next several weeks. Here are just a few:
Apple Festival, Oct. 3, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Oct. 4, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Oct. 5, noon to 5 p.m., West Haven Green. rain or shine. The fifth annual festival, hosted by the First Congregational Church, celebrates with arts and crafts, food and entertainment. Other activities include an apple pie bake-off, an auction, a pumpkin-decorating contest, bake and book sales, carousel rides and hayrides.
Breast Cancer Candlelight Vigil, Oct. 10, 7 p.m., West Haven Green. Rain or shine. Part of the city’s ongoing campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer, one of America’s leading causes of cancer death among women and men, the ceremony is presented by the West Haven Breast Cancer Awareness Committee.
Faculty/Staff News
You’re Braver Than You Think!
Sign Up For UNH’s Faculty/Staff Talent Show
The inaugural UNH Faculty/Staff Talent Show will take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3 in Dodds Theatre. A reception will follow the event from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Prizes will be given for top performances. Those interested in performing or helping to plan the event should contact Jim Monahan at jmonahan@newhaven.edu or ext. 7279. The campus community is encouraged to attend.
UNH Weight Watchers Lunch Bunch
The University of New Haven has established an employee Weight Watchers Club that has lost a combined weight of 80 pounds in the past eight weeks. If you are interested in joining, please attend the meeting at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17 in Room 205 of the Beckerman Center. If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, contact Michelle Mason at mmason@newhaven.edu.
Student News
Interested in Teaching?
Teach for America Application Deadline 9/19
Teach for America is the national corps of outstanding recent college graduates and working professionals of all academic majors, backgrounds and career interests. Become lifelong leaders for expanding educational opportunity for all children. To learn more visit www.teachforamerica.org.
UNH Crime Statistics Online
As required by law, the crime statistics for the University of New Haven for calendar years 2005, 2006 and 2007 have been compiled and are available on the UNH web site. They are also available in print at the UNH Police Department.
Succeed in Your Career:
Attend a Workshop
Career Services offers workshops to help student succeed in their careers. Click here to see the schedule.
In The News
2008-2009 Academic Year
| = | 9/11 Touches Football Coach Who Lost His Brother to Attacks NBC 30, September 11, 2008: UNH football coach Peter Rossomando talks about losing his brother in 9-11 attacks... more >> |
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| = | Sound Tigers Notebook Connecticut Post, September 11, 2008: A portion of ticket sale proceeds will go to a scholarship in memory of former UNH student Nathan Crowell... more >> |
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| = | West Haven anticipates gains by hiring science coordinator New Haven Register, September 6, 2008: Superintendent of schools Neil Cavallaro comments on partnership with UNH... more >> |
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| = | New Haven Football NCAA Champion Magazine, September 9, 2008: Chargers discover New Haven in Northeast-10 more >> |
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| = | UNH Football Recruits From Across U.S. Prepare for '09 Season New Haven Register, September 28, 2008: more >> |
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Sept. 16: 3 p.m. Dr. Leila B. Dutton of UNH, “Types, Frequency and Effectiveness of Responses to Unwanted Pursuit and Stalking,” Marvin K. Peterson Library, Upper Level.
Sept. 16: 4:30 p.m. "From Concept to Customer: The Design Process for High-Technology Products," Dr. William T. Cousins, Engineering fellow, Systems Engineering and Validation, Pratt & Whitney, discusses how to bring a new technology to market. Room K105, Kaplan Hall. Free and open to public. Questions, contact Ismail Orabi, ext. 7144 or iorabi@newhaven.edu.
Sept. 16: 7 p.m. “Tuesday Night Trivia, Know Your History.” New Hall Game Room.
Sept. 17: 12:15 p.m. "Creating Sustainable Value through Innovation," Jatin DeSai, CEO, The DeSai Group, discusses how a business creates sustainable value in today's climate. Room B120, Schumann Auditorium, Tagliatela College of Engineering. Free and open to public. Questions, contact Ismail Orabi, ext. 7144 or iorabi@newhaven.edu.
Sept. 17: 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Connecticut Superior Court Judge Jon Blue will speak on “The Constitution and the Presidency.” Room 109, Kaplan Hall, including time for Q & A. Sponsored by the Legal Society.
Sept. 18: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. “Kite Fighting/Flying Festivals of India, Pakistan and Afghanistan.”. Regional food, refreshments and music. Alumni Lounge, Bartels Hall, the campus center.
Sept. 19: 5 p.m. Russian Film Series presents a film about war and peace in the Caucasus, “Prisoner of the Mountains” (1996). Two of Russia’s best-known screen actors play Russian soldiers abducted by a Chechen clansman in revenge for the capture of his son. Filmed in the mountains of southern Russia, this film exposes the human tragedy of war. Room 108, Kaplan Hall.
Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 12: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Self defense for women and men. For more information, women click here, men click here.
Sept. 25: 11 a.m. Residence hall topping-off ceremony. Construction site behind Maxcy Hall.
Sept. 30: 4:30 p.m. "Project Planning and Project Management: Learning from the Past to Succeed in the Future," with Kelly S. Magnuson, director of project management at Pfizer, Inc. Room 105, Kaplan Hall. Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
Sept. 30: 2 p.m. Orchestra Careers and Opportunities Symposium, sponsored by UNH, the New Haven Symphony Orchestra and the League of American Orchestras, with musical performance by Orchestra cellist Mihai Marica. Questions, contact Dr. Michael Kaloyanides at ext. 7102 or mkaloyanides@newhaven.edu.
Oct. 1: 12:15 p.m. “At the Boundary of Nanophotonics and Nanomechanics,” with Dr. Hong Tang, assistant professor in electrical engineering and mechanical engineering at Yale University. Schumann Auditorium, Room B120, Buckman Hall. Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
Oct. 2: 11 a.m. “Your Personal Brand,” Rosa Gatti, ESPN senior vice president. Gatti will share her insights and story, one of a trailblazing individual who rejected stereotypes to rise to the top of her profession. Dodds Theatre.
Oct. 3: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Inaugural UNH Faculty/Staff Talent Show. Dodds Theatre. Those interested in performing or helping to plan the event should contact Jim Monahan at jmonahan@newhaven.edu or ext. 7279. All are invited.
Oct. 7: 3 p.m. Dr. Eddie Luzik of UNH, “Biofuels from Common Local Diffuse Source Seed Crops: Biodiesel from Acorns,” Marvin K. Peterson Library, Upper Level. More information at ext. 7191 or email hdobi@newhaven.edu.
Oct. 15: 12:15 p.m. “RFID: What Is It and How Is It Going To Affect You?” Andy Grace, director, RFID Business Unit for George Schmitt & Co., Schumann Auditorium, Room B120, Tagliatela College of Engineering. Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
Oct. 29: 12:15 p.m. “Mars Exploration Rovers, Spirit and Opportunity” Mike Seibert, tactical uplink lead with the Mars Exploration Rover Project, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory at California Institute of Technology. Schumann Auditorium, Room B120, Tagliatela College of Engineering. Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
Nov. 11: 3 p.m. Dr. Stuart Sidle, “Escape from the Boss Trap: What to Do When You Feel Your Supervisor is Standing in Your Way of a Fulfilling Career,” Upper Level, Marvin K. Peterson Llibrary. More information, ext. 7191, hdobi@newhaven.edu.
Nov. 12: 12:15 p.m. “Evolution of Biomedical Engineering,” Dr. Joseph D. Bronzino, Vernon Roosa Professor of Applied Science, Trinity College (Conn.), and president of the Biomedical Engineering Alliance and Consortium. Schumann Auditorium (Room B120), Buckman Hall. Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
Thursdays and Sundays through Oct. 25: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. West Haven Farmers’ Market, West Haven Green.
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