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News Briefs
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Students Display Summer Research Results
Students stood beside posters in the Bartels Hall Campus Center this past Friday, explaining their summer research projects to fellow students, faculty, staff and families. Summer days spent in laboratories spawned the results, and left all involved proud of the students’ accomplishments. “It would be great to have it published,” said Melody Johnson ’08, who displayed and discussed her summer’s work with fabric fibers and fire resistance.
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Take Advantage of the Diversity Resource Center
UNH’s Diversity Resource Center offers a wealth of information available to the University community. Interested in learning about Latin American art? Women who were involved in the Civil Rights Movement? Located in the Intercultural Relations Office on the top floor of Bartels Hall Campus Center, the center contains books, magazines, movies, art, and music highlighting different aspects of diversity. Members of the campus community are welcome to submit donations or browse the collection.
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UNH Play ‘columbinus’ Seeking Faculty for After-Play Talks
As members of the cast, above, of the upcoming UNH play, ‘columbinus,’ prepare for their first fall play, theatre Director Robert Boles is seeking faculty and staff members willing to participate in "talkbacks," or after-theater discussions, after each play’s performance. ‘columbinus’ will enjoy its New England premiere Nov. 7 through Nov. 11 at Dodds Theatre. Contact Boles at rboles@newhaven.edu. Shows are at 8 p.m. Nov. 7 through Nov. 10, and 5 p.m. Nov. 11. For more information on the play, click here.
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University College Introduces Itself
Accounting Professor Dr. Scott Lane, left, Linda Carlone of University College, and University Bursar Mark Maniatis enjoyed a moment at the University College Open House this past Friday afternoon at Echlin Hall, the University College’s new offices. The Open House gave the staff the opportunity to show off the new smart classrooms in Echlin Hall and highlight the goals of the University College.
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Library Previews New Database: CQ Researcher
The Library has arranged for a preview through Oct. 31 of the database CQ Researcher. It provides comprehensive reporting on a wide range of issues in an unbiased manner, along with tools to study how these topics have changed over time. Any database on preview is accessible from the Library’s home page at: http://library.newhaven.edu. Click on “TRIALS” on the left-hand side of the page under “Databases.” Enter your 16-digit UNH ID number. The databases on preview are toward the top of the screen.
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Women’s Soccer Beats Archrival Bridgeport
It was another game, another goalkeeper and another win for the University of New Haven women's soccer this past Tuesday afternoon, as the Chargers converted three of nine shots for a key 3-1 ECC victory over University of Bridgeport at Kayo Field. Goalkeeper Maryellen Shea made 19 stops on 41 shots to help secure the victory, the fifth in a row for UNH. Click here to read more on the win.
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UNH Featured on Consumer-friendly Website
The University of New Haven is featured on the University and College Accountability Network (U-CAN) Web site, launched this past Wednesday. The National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities consumer-information initiative was designed to provide, in a common format, Web-based consumer-friendly information on individual private colleges and universities. U-CAN consists of hundreds of institutional profiles that contain comparable data and links to campus information. Click here to see the UNH profile on the U-Can site.
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Noted Authority on Healthy Eating Shares His Smarts with UNH
Yale professor Dr. David Katz, author of “The Way to Eat,” enthralled students this past Tuesday with a speech that increased their awareness of what they were putting in their mouths. “Being healthy is fun,” he told about 20 students and several faculty and staff members attending the lecture at Bethel Hall. His advice:
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Don’t trust the front of the box. It’s an ad.
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Always read the nutritional information and the ingredients on the box.
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Long ingredient lists are usually a bad sign.
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Go with whole grains, two grams of fiber or more per 100 calories.
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Trans fats are technically poisons. Partially hydrogenated oil is a trans fat. Click here to get more information on healthy eating from Dr. Katz.
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U.S. Veterans: Contact Alumni Association Regarding Service Medal
Are you a veteran who meets the criteria for the Connecticut Wartime Service Medal? Click here for the criteria. If so, the UNH Alumni Office will submit your application to the state Veterans Affairs Office and present you with your award at the University’s annual Veterans Day event at noon Monday, Nov. 12 at the flagpole in front of Maxcy Hall. Please contact Heather Alpaugh at halpaugh@newhaven.edu in Alumni Relations for more details. Click here for more information on UNH's 6th Annual Veterans Day Celebration
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Office of Residential Life Marks ‘Good Neighbors Day’
The Office of Residential Life celebrated Good Neighbors Day throughout campus Sept. 23 with a flurry of activities. The University Police Department received homemade sugar cookies, Regency and Forest Hills Complex residents received flowers, Ruden Street residents were given autumn-themed lawn decorations, Sheffield Hall residents received colorful door stops, and the University Facilities staff ate cupcakes. Baked goods also arrived at the Allingtown Fire Department.
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Mixing Business and Politics Requires Leadership,
Mayor Picard Tells UNH Audience
In a speech titled, “Government and Business: Creating a Positive Economic Environment,” UNH alumnus and West Haven Mayor John Picard told a standing-room-only crowd at the Robert Alvine Professional Enrichment program in Maxcy Hall this past Wednesday that building relationships is key to accomplishing goals. “No one here can do it themselves,” he said. “Leadership is influence. You want to be a positive influence.” He also had some news regarding downtown West Haven: the new train station should be ready for use in 2011.
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Search Committee Named to Select Dean for Henry C. Lee College
The following faculty, administrators and staff have agreed to serve on the search committee to select a dean of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice & Forensic Sciences.
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Dr. Lynn Monahan, Professor of Criminal Justice, Committee Chair
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Dr. Bill Tafoya, Professor of Criminal Justice
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Dr. Timothy Palmbach, Associate Professor of Forensic Science
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Dr. Fred Smith, Professor of Forensic Science
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Mr. Robert Massicotte, Assistant Professor of Fire Science
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Dr. Deborah Everhart, Director University Counseling Center
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Dr. Ron Nowaczyk, Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences
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Campus Happenings
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Story of Holocaust Memorial Comes to Campus
A reception for “Memory & Legacy,” an exhibit telling the story of the New Haven Holocaust Memorial, will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10 in the Atrium in Dodds Hall. The public is invited. Martin Schiller, a UNH alumnus, Holocaust survivor and author of the book, “Bread, Butter and Sugar: A Boy’s Journey through the Holocaust in Post-War Europe,” and former UNH President Larry DeNardis will speak. The exhibit, which opens Monday, Oct. 1, will be displayed in Dodds Hall with hours from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day. It details the first Holocaust memorial to be built on public land and pays tribute to the six million who died during the Holocaust, and is free and open to the public. It will run until Nov. 15.
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Upcoming Conference Focuses on Emerging Markets
“Entering the New Emerging Markets: International Market Evaluation for Management” is the subject of a workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26 in Room 120 of Buckman Hall. The workshop, which is $100 per person, is open to the public. Contact Dr. Usha C.V. Haley at 203.479.4564 or Dr. George T. Haley at 203.931.6004 for more information. Click here for the workshop agenda.
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Library Information Database Series
The library will hold a workshop from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 in Smart Classroom 213 on LexisNexis Academic Universe. This database provides access to full text of journals and newspapers from all over the world, as well as company financial information. For information on upcoming workshops, visit http://library.newhaven.edu/workshops.html.
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Celebrate UNH Champions at Charger Huddle October 19
Celebrate the anniversaries of three teams that brought glory to UNH athletics. The 1987 NCAA National Champion women's basketball team, the 1977 NCAA Runner-Up men's soccer team and the 1997 NCAA Runner-Up football team will be honored at the University's annual Charger Huddle at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19 at The Belvedere. Join them! Tickets are $50 per person, including an open bar, a carving station and hors d'oeuvres. For more information or to reserve a spot at the Huddle, please call the Department of Athletics at 203.932.7016 or 7017, or e-mail szawacki@newhaven.edu.
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Get Ready for the Workplace with Career Services Workshops
Career Services is sponsoring several fall workshops. Starting this week, the workshops are as follows:
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Resume Writing: 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 in Room 200A in Maxcy Hall.
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Interviewing Skills: 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 in Room 204 of Dodd’s Hall.
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Networking Etiquette: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 2 in Room 102 of Dodd’s Hall.
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Study Abroad: Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct 2 in Room 200A of Maxcy Hall.
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5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9 a workshop will be held for International students only in Room 102 of Dodd’s Hall.
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Click on the links provided for related Fall 2007 workshop documents:
RSVP to jobs@newhaven.edu. Click here for a full schedule of Career Services workshops.
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More Event Dates
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Victimology Club
Meetings are held every Tuesday at 5 p.m. in the Alumni Lounge at the Bartels Hall Campus Center. Come learn about internships and careers, plan events, and give back to the community. Contact Nikita at victimology@newhaven.edu for more information.
Senior Portrait Appointments
McGrath Studios Inc. will take pictures of seniors for the yearbook Oct. 1, Oct. 2, and Oct. 3 in the DeDominicus Room of the Bartels Hall Campus Center. All sittings are free; those who are photographed on these dates will be entered to win a $50 gift card from Target. Sign up for an appointment at www.mcgrathstudios.com and enter the school code UNH8.
Rape Aggression Defense
For all female students, staff and faculty
7 p.m. to 10 p.m. October 7 in Kaplan 109
7 p.m. to 10 p.m. October 3, 10, 17 and 24 in Kaplan 109
Contact Leesa Bow, UNH Police, at LBow@newhaven.edu or ext. 7014.
Basic Physical Defense for Men
For all male students, staff and faculty
4 p.m. to 7 p.m. October 7 in Kaplan 109
Contact Officer Frank Murphy, UNH Police, at fmurphy@newhaven.edu or ext. 7014.
Campus Crusade For Christ
Campus Crusade for Christ meets at 9 p.m. Wednesdays in DeDominicus in the Bartels Hall Campus Center
Tai Chi (Free to ALL students/faculty/staff)
Fridays from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the German Club.
Pilates (Free to ALL students/faculty/staff)
Tuesday’s from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the German Club.
Celebrate UNH Champions at Charger Huddle October 19
University's annual Charger Huddle at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at The Belvedere. Join them! Tickets are $50 per person. For more information or to reserve a spot at the Huddle, please call the Department of Athletics at 203.932.7016 or 7017, or e-mail szawacki@newhaven.edu.
Bible Fellowship Group to Meet
The group Foundations of Christianity meets at 8 p.m. each Tuesday in Meeting Rooms A & B to discuss the Christian faith.
Frightening Fun for Half the Price
The Student Activities office is offering $25 tickets (half the regular price!) for Fright Fest at Six Flags New England through Oct. 28.
Student Needed to Strut Stuff at New Haven's College Night
New Haven's annual College Night, a popular venue showcasing collegiate talent, takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4 at Toad's Place. The Charger Bulletin is seeking a musician, band, dancer or any other performer to demonstrate their talents. There will be Gamecube prizes, popcorn, cotton candy, henna tattoos, caricatures, free T-shirts and more. Radio station KC-101 also will be on hand to publicize the performances. Anyone interested in performing should contact Assistant Editor Zack Rosen at The Charger Bulletin at ChargerBulletinAE@newhaven.edu, or stop by the Charger Bulletin office on the third floor of Bartels.
Take a Trip into History
The UNH College Republicans is sponsoring a trip to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, site of one of the epic battles of the Civil War and the setting for Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, Thursday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 7. Spaces are filling quickly, so those interested should email collegerepublicans@newhaven.edu.
Latin American Students Make a Cultural Connection
The Latin American Students Association will hold its weekly meetings from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the Upper Student Lounge of the Bartels Hall Campus Center
China Theme Kicks Off Campus International Coffee Hour Series
All International Coffee Hours, which take place in the Alumni Lounge in Bartels Hall, and begin at 3:30 p.m., are generously sponsored by University College.
October 25, 2007 (United Nations Day)
December 6, 2007 (Holidays Around the World)
February 7, 2008 (Chinese New Year)
March 6, 2008 (TBD)
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In The News
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211 Achieve Goal to Become Americans Connecticut Post, September 27, 2007: ...including Eveline Woodruff, who is an employee at UNH's library, as well as a part time student there.
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City Launching 4 New Magnets New Haven Independent, September 26, 2007: The grant will also help to underwrite the creation of a new school, the UNH Science and Engineering High School.
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New Home Field Almost Ready New Haven Register, September 24, 2007: The Notre Dame-West Haven boys' soccer team uses the college soccer field at UNH.
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Football Returning to UNH Hartford Courant, September 23, 2007: UNH will start the 2009 season as a member of the Northeast-10 conference.
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Student News and Events
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Get Your Student News and Events Here.
If you would like to advertise an event via the Student Activities Calendar please send the Event Name, Date, Time, and Location to studentactivities@newhaven.edu. If possible please send this information at least two weeks in advance so we can ensure it is added to the next calendar. Click here for the Student Events Calendar.
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Publish Your Work in UNH’s Literary Magazine
The Elm City Review, UNH’s literary magazine, will publish a new edition this semester. Submissions may be made electronicically to ElmCityReview@Gmail.com or may be dropped off at the Elm City Review box on the third floor of Harugari Hall. Submissions may include poetry, non-fiction, fiction, artwork or music. The deadline is Friday, Oct. 5.
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
This week the Marketplace will celebrate Hispanic Heritage during dinner from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 1 through Friday Oct. 5. Prizes will be given each night to early customers, in addition to a raffle and the chance to win an iTunes gift card.
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Fall Concert
SCOPE presents a concert featuring Paula DeAnda, Baby Bash, and Sugarcult at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 in the North Campus Gymnasium. Tickets will be on sale until Wednesday, Oct. 3 in Bartels Hall Campus Center lobby and are free to UNH students, $10 for guests. Doors open at 7 p.m. for the show.
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Volunteer to Read for Those Who Can’t
Students interested in volunteering for Recording for The Blind and Dyslexic may sign up at the Community Service Office on the fourth floor of Bartels Hall Campus Center. The deadline for signups is Thursday, Oct. 4. For more information, email communityservice@newhaven.edu.
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Munchies on Monday
The Office of Residential Life is sponsoring free opportunities to make your own snacks starting Monday, Oct. 1 at 4 p.m. in their office. Click here for a full schedule.
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Attention Seniors
Your input is needed both for senior class gift ideas and plans for senior week 2008. Send an email to CLASSOF2008@newhaven.edu to become involved in this process.
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Meeting For Graduate Students
The next meeting of the Graduate Student Council is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 in the Upper Student Lounge of Bartels Hall Campus Center. President Kaplan will be on hand to address any concerns and free food will be served.
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Call for Posters
The Elm City Theatre Company is holding a contest to find the best poster representing its upcoming play “Dearly Departed.” The deadline for entries is Friday, Oct. 12. Click here for detailed information.
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Student Employment at the New Recreation Center
Information sessions will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 and Thursday, Oct. 4 in the Alumni Lounge of the Bartels Hall Campus Center. Students interested in applying for a position must attend one of these information sessions. Employment is open to all students. For more information, contact Mike Schneider at mschneider@newhaven.edu.
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