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Dodds Theatre, Nov. 8, Be there.
The University’s premier lecture of the season – featuring successful entrepreneur William G. Crutchfield, Jr., on the keys to entrepreneurship - takes place at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 8.
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Nominate a Book for the 2008 Common Read
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Call Health Services at ext. 7079 to set up an appointment; e-mails will not be accepted. Vaccines are available while supplies last. Cost is $15.
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Campus News
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CT Surgeon General, Yale Professor
Discuss MRSA, Scabies Nov. 1
In response to student questions regarding MRSA and scabies, Dr. Richard Young. a New Haven neurologist, and Yale University Professor Dr. Kalman Watsky, a dermatologist, will be on campus at noon Thursday, Nov. 1 in Dodds Theatre for an information session and discussion. President Kaplan sent out a bulletin to the campus community this past week advising that MRSA, a potentially deadly drug-resistant strain of staph bacteria, has been making its way through schools, gyms and day-care centers. In addition to the MRSA issue, scabies, an infestation of the skin that results in a rash and severe itching, has also been detected among several UNH students. Scabies is contracted by prolonged contact with an infested individual. Click here to read President Kaplan’s advice.
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Funeral home visiting hours for UNH senior Nathan Crowell, 22, who died Thursday, will take place Thursday, Nov. 1, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Smith-Mason Funeral Home, 398 Willett Ave., Riverside, Rhode Island. The funeral service will begin at 7 p.m. following visiting hours. For directions, visit www.smithmason.com or call (401) 433–2300. At the family's request, in lieu of flowers, donations in Nathan's memory can be made to the David A. Beckerman Recreation Center, c/o The University of New Haven, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516. UNH's Counseling Center provides services to students Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please continue to keep Nathan's family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
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Federal Grant will Help Fund Magnet School
The city of New Haven recently received a $7.5 million, three-year grant from the federal government, part of which will help foster the creation of the University of New Haven's Science and Engineering University Magnet School, a $59 million state-funded facility. Click here to read President Kaplan’s update on the project.
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A Call to Action, on the Phone
Gathering in front of Bayer Hall before a night of phonation calling are, from left, front row, Brendan Pearson '10, Lydia Anello '10, Amber Auger '11, Chelsey Harris '11, Melissa Potvin '09, Melinda Rouillard '09; second row, supervisor Angela Sarno '08, Erin Broomhead '08, Jessica Negron '10, Stefanie Kennedy '09; third row, David Meehl '10, Brendon Gilchrist '08, Virginia Smith '09, Jason Seaman '11; fourth row, supervisor Chris Currie '08, Eric Harding '09. Missing from the photograph are Kimberly Hilton '08, Dominique Johnson '08, Cassandra Sgro '09, Kristen Spanier '08, Chanel Sinclair '10, Sarah Zello '10, Chris Briglia '08, Kyle John-Schonfeld '10, and Arnaya Needleman '11.
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United Way/UNH Campaign Hits New Heights
Congratulations to the 220 faculty and staff who contributed to UNH’s most successful United Way campaign. More than $24,000 was raised during the seven weeks, surpassing the goal by $4,000. The campaign started with 80 faculty and staff fanning out into West Haven for a day of community service in mid-September. Many thanks to our Campaign Co-Chairs Ron Nowaczyk, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and Christie Boronico, Assistant Provost for Experiential Education, for a job well done.
Prize winners for week 7
| Ice skating package (4 admission, 4 skate rental) |
Barbara Hoyt |
Marketing Services |
| Backpack, ESPN |
Henry Voegeli |
Biology |
| iPod shuffle |
Joan Vere |
Bursar's Office |
| Toolbox |
Kevin Lasure |
Athletics |
| 1 Paid Vacation Day |
Christie Boronico |
Experiential Learning |
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This week, the Department of Human Resources begins a series to encourage healthful living among UNH employees and students. This week’s emphasis is on diabetes, a disease that affects 20.8 million Americans, one-third of whom don’t know they have it. Click here for more information.
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University Offering Long-Term Care Insurance
The University of New Haven sponsors a long-term care insurance plan for eligible actively-at-work employees and their eligible family members. Could you afford the cost of long-term care services, either at home or in a nursing home setting? The enrollment period for the long-term care insurance plan is Nov. 5 through Dec. 7 of this year. Click here for more information.
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Full-time Faculty and Staff:
Need Your Photo Taken?
The University Marketing and Publications department is coordinating the full-time faculty & staff photo shoot on Nov. 1 in Rooms A and B of Bartels Hall Campus Center, (to the right of the Alumni Lounge).
If you have not had your picture taken, please contact Sandy Abbagnaro x7244 or e-mail: sabbagnaro@newhaven.edu to schedule a time for your photo. Click here for more details.
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UNH: A Leader in Experiential Education
Faculty and staff interested in becoming certified in Experiential Education through the National Society of Experiential Education Academy should contact Dr. Christie Boronico, assistant provost for Experiential Education, at cboronico@newhaven.edu. Nominations for 2009 will be taken this coming spring. Contact your dean or vice president to let them know of your interest. The program includes instruction in standards of practice, outcomes assessment, and legal issues in Experiential Education.
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Read the Charger Bulletin, Win a Gift
Look for this week’s word in the Charger Bulletin. Be the first to find the word in an article, email www.ChargerBulletin.com, and win a prize!
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The College of Business’s new e-mail mentoring project, M2, for Mentor Match, allows students to find help with specific mentoring needs including career advice, public speaking, organizational skills and more. Alumni, faculty, and community partners from the College of Business log in as mentors; the system makes the match. One faculty member wrote: “This is really a great system. Most students do not have the courage to ask for help face-to-face.” Contact Dr. Christie Boronico at ext. 7236 for more information.
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In The News
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Global Flavor Sparks UNH Volleyball Team
New Haven Register, October 23, 2007... more >>
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Profnet Leads and Roundups: California Wildfires
KRON TV, San Francisco, CA, October 26,2007: UNH adjunct instructor Bruce Varga available to comment on the California wildfires... more >>
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Danes Cowboys-Connected
Times Union, October 26, 2007: Former UNH football coach Tony Soprano... more >>
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College Numbers Expected to Drop
New Haven Register, October 25, 2007: Some colleges, such as UNH, which added 125 students... more >>
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School Bells Ringing
Connecticut, September 1, 2007: This fall our schools, colleges and universities are offering a wealth of exciting new programs and learning opportunities for students of all ages... more >>
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Tip Du Jour: Student Debt Up More Than Salaries
Courier-Post, October 25, 2007more >>
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UNH May Seek to Create Law School
Business Times, October 1, 2007more >>
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Freshman Year Abroad
Inside Higher Ed, October 23, 2007: UNH's vice president for enrollment management Dennis Nostrand comments on UNH sending its first cohort of first semester freshmen abroad... more >>
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UNH Seminar to Focus on Travel Anxiety
New Haven Register, October 20, 2007: UNH's College of Business Research Forum presents professor Don Smith... more >>
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Business Professor to Speak at Conference
New Haven Register, October 19, 2007: UNH marketing professor Usha Haley to speak at the World Affairs Council of Connecticut luncheon... more >>
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Local Student Receives Award
This Week Sayville, September 29, 2007: UNH student Lyndsey Gress receives the Battelle- Brookhaven Women in Science award... more >>
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Community News Bulletin Board
West Haven News, October 19, 2007: Ambassador of Paupa New Guinea to be honored at UNH... more >>
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The Heart Beats 100,000 Times a Day (and Other 'Incredible' Facts), Up Close on NGC
New Haven Register, October 19, 2007: UNH's noncommercial radio station WNHU is wrapping up a year-long association with 2 companies... more >>
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Education in the Twin Tiers
Star-Gazette, October 19, 2007: Felecia Edwards, assistant director of undergraduate admissions at UNH... more >>
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800-Year-Old Mummies Aid Current Cold Cases
Forbes.com, October 19, 2007: Research for Smithsonian helps UNH forensic scientists uncover ground-breaking DNA extraction method... more >>
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Student News
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Two clicks, a Little Info, and You’re Entered in a Library Raffle
To better understand the needs of students, the Library staff is asking students to complete a short, anonymous online survey. Click here to complete the survey. Once the survey is completed, send a separate e-mail to unhraffle2007@yahoo.com with your name and preferred contact information to be entered into the raffle for a $25 gift certificate to Barnes & Noble. More information is available by contacting graduate assistant Michael Charry at Mchar1@newhaven.edu or University Librarian Hanko Dobi at HDobi@newhaven.edu.
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Applications are now being accepted for study abroad in China starting in August 2008. Students will have the opportunity to learn about the Chinese culture firsthand and earn UNH credits in the process. Applications are due by February 1, 2008. For more information, contact Robert Greenberg at rgreenberg@newhaven.edu or ext. 4535.
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Many opportunities for community service this holiday season are currently being offered including “Fill-the-bowl” and “Penguin Plunge.” If you would like to volunteer, please contact communityservice@newhaven.edu for information on what is available.
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New Residence Hall Drawings
Tentative drawings of the new residence hall set to be built starting next spring are now available for viewing online at www.ChargerVoice.com.
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Post Your Activities on Bartels Ad Board
The LED Board in the Dining Hall of the Bartels Hall Campus Center is available to advertise student activities and campus events. Interested students must send a request via email or drop off a paper request in person. Requests must be submitted at least two business days prior to the date you would like the information posted. Click here for information.
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Stretch at the German Club
Pilates Class, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, German Club. Free to all students, faculty and staff.
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Talk Focuses on Diverse Engineering Skills
“Skills Diversity Role in the Field of Manufacturing Engineering,” featuring Mike Ambrose, general manager of Precision Machined Components at Sikorsky Aircraft in Stratford, 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 31, Room B307, Tagliatela College of Engineering. Part of the Robert Alvine Engineering Professional Effectiveness and Enrichment Program.
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Reception Welcomes a Museum-Quality Experience
Ambassador Robert Guba Aisi, Permanent Mission of Papua New Guinea to the United Nation, speaks at reception for “Art of Papua New Guinea” from the collection of Fenn and Phyllis Seton, reception, 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, Dodds Hall Atrium. International coffee hour to follow. Click here for more information.
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Dietetics Celebrates National Accreditation
Polly Fitz, American Dietetics Association, “Dietetic Careers,” talk and reception to celebrate national accreditation of Didactic Program in Dietetics, 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, Harugari Dining Room. Free. RSVP to ext. 4989 or e-mail:
grad-dietetics@newhaven.edu. Click here for more information.
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Henry C. Lee and Colleagues Detail Notorious Cases
“Dr. Lee and Friends’ Famous Cases, Beyond the Yellow Tape,” presentation by Dr. Henry C. Lee and colleagues, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, Dodds Theatre. Admission: $125; students with valid ID $75. Dr. Lee’s book included in fee.
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Laugh Out Loud at a Classic Comedy
“Gentlemen of Fortune,” Russian film series: Classic Comedies, 4:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, Room 107, Kaplan Hall. Information: dkirjanov@snet.edu. Sponsored by the Dept. of Modern Languages.
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Talk Centers on Politics and Business in China
“The Political Process of Doing Business in China,” lecture, Communication and Marketing Professor Dr. Ben Judd, 12:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5, Room 124, Maxcy Hall. Sponsored by the College of Business Research Forums.
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Employees: Learn About Your Benefits
Employee Benefits Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 6, Alumni Lounge and Upper Lounge, Bartels Hall Campus Center. Door prizes will be awarded.
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See This Play
"columbinus" will enjoy its New England premiere Nov. 7 through Nov. 11 at Dodds Theatre. Shows are at 8 p.m. Nov. 7 through Nov. 10, and 5 p.m. Nov. 11.
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Reception Celebrates Faculty Art
Reception, “2007 Visual Art Faculty Exhibition,” 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, Seton Gallery, Dodds Hall. Display of work from faculty in Art, Graphic Design and Interior Design. Exhibit ends Dec. 7.
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U.S. Prosperity Discussed at Business Forum
College of Business Research Forum, “Financial Framework and Global Investment and Implications.” Finance Professor Dr. Robert Rainish, coordinator of UNH Finance Program, 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7, Room 124, Maxcy Hall.
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Learn about Best Internship Practices
“Creating Quality Internships: Best Practices for Business, Government and Non-Profit Organizations,” Messiah College Internship Director Michael True, 1:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, Room 120, Buckman Hall. Sponsored by UNH Office of Experiential Education. Information, ext. 7491. Refreshments.
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University To Honor Veterans
Annual Veterans’ Day event: noon, Monday, Nov. 12 in front of Maxcy Hall. Speaker: Dr. Linda S. Schwartz, commissioner of Connecticut Department of Veterans’ Affairs. All invited. Click here for more information.
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Does Gender Matter in Leadership?
Lecture, “Gender Differences in Leadership,” Management Professor Dr. Abbas Nadim, 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, Room 124 of Maxcy Hall.
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Business Strategies Overseas Topic of Talk
“Charging Elephant, Soaring Dragon: Business Environments and Business Strategies for India and China,” International Business Professor Dr. Usha C. V. Haley, 11:45 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, Hartford Club, 46 Prospect St, Hartford. Reservations required. Cost: $35 for lunch and lecture for UNH-affiliated participants or members of World Affairs Council; $45 general admission. Call 860-594-4100 or register online at www.ctwac.org.
For the World Affairs Council of Connecticut Presentation, click here.
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See a Classic Russian Comedy
“Oblomov,” Russian Film Series: Classic Comedies. 4:15 p.m. Friday, Nov 16, Room 107, Kaplan Hall. Information: dkirjanov@snet.edu. Sponsored by the Dept. of Modern Languages.
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Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Indian Students
Diwali, Indian Festival of Lights, 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, German Club. Dinner and entertainment provided. All are invited.
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A Russian Comedy of Errors
“The Irony of Fate,” Russian Film Series: Classic Comedies, 4:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, Room 107, Kaplan Hall. Information: dkirjanov@snet.edu. Sponsored by the Dept. of Modern Languages.
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Exhibit Features Art Faculty
Exhibit: “2007 Visual Art Faculty Exhibition,” Oct. 20 through Dec. 7, Seton Gallery, Dodds Theatre. Gallery hours: Monday-Thursday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday/Sunday noon to 3 p.m. Free.
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