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Happy Holidays from UNHToday
Today’s issue will be the final UNHToday for the 2008 school year. Check your email Tuesday, Jan. 13 for the next issue. Send your campus news or event info to UNHToday@newhaven.edu. Have a happy and safe New Year.

Extra, Extra

Recuperating Soccer Player
James Hilaire Receives Honor
UNH Senior James Hilaire, the men’s soccer team’s injured goalie, was recently awarded the Profile in Courage award by N.Y. Red Bulls goalkeeper Danny Cepero. The presentation took place at the Stamford Youth Soccer League’s annual banquet. Click here to read the full story.

Hug a Senior Today
UNH Practitioner-in-Residence Gary Fetzer decided one day that because today’s youth typically do not like to touch senior citizens, he would offer extra credit to students in his Urban Government class who hugged four senior citizens – no friends or family allowed – and explained how it felt. One student’s reaction: “It felt quite strange to go up to random people and hug them, but I don’t think they cared a bit. They all seemed to love it.” Lesson learned: Get out this holiday season and hug a senior, or two or three.

Faculty Take Part in UNH Media Relations Workshop On Thursday, Dec. 11, Bob McDonald, Jim Dull, Guillermo Mager, Greg Blosick, Demissew Ejara, and Lee College Administrative Assistant Tanaya Hilton joined the Office of Public Affairs for a quick media-training workshop for faculty members. They learned more about the media relations process at UNH and how their research and students’ projects can be promoted in the local, regional and national press, as well as to the University community. As respected members of the community, UNH faculty members are called upon by journalists to share their expertise. In responding, faculty obtain greater public awareness of their achievements and the University’s mission is spotlighted, which boosts its image, helps in student recruitment and retention and with fundraising.

UNH Ice Hockey Team Keeps Fans Coming Back for More The UNH Men’s Ice Hockey Team encourages its fans to continue their support next semester, when team members take to the ice at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6 at the Northford Ice Pavilion. The team’s latest hard-fought battle - against St. Thomas Aquinas at the Palisades Mall in New York - ended with a 10-5 loss. They plan to turn their record around in the new semester.

UNH Graphic Design Student Wins
Greater New Haven Community Chorus Competition
UNH Graphic Design student Sara Guzzo’s won the Greater New Haven Community Chorus’ logo competition. Her design was selected from more than 100 entries. Three other UNH Graphic Design students were named as finalists: Ross Cohen, Matthew Davis and Lauren Jubyna. The new logo was unveiled Saturday, Dec. 6 at the chorus’s annual holiday concert. Congratulations to all!

Watch UNH’s E3 Dance Crew
Perform Live at the Apollo!
E3, the celebrated dance trio that includes two UNH students, Mike Kuzoian and Michael Minelli, is striving for the top prize of $25,000 at “Showtime at the Apollo” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 30. You can support the crew’s efforts in a number of ways. Go to New York to watch the show: for tickets call Marquis Bell at 973.953.4021; watch their video and vote for the clothing they’ll wear that night at www.myspace.com/e3dancecrew.

Gain a Competitive Edge;
Sign up for Final Cut Pro
Click here for more information on the latest in video editing technology, offered in UNH’s new Laurel Vlock Center for Media Convergence.

Campus News

Graduate Open House a Success More than 100 potential graduate students attended the Graduate Open House Wednesday night to discuss educational opportunities with professors at UNH.

Roehampton Diaries: Getting to Know the Locals This week, UNH Freshman Study Abroad students Kurt Pflugfelder, left, and Ian McGuire report on the local eateries. Click here to read their diary.

UNH is “Going Green;”
Lend Your Helping Hand
UNH is looking for a group of students to lend their hands in the “Going Green” initiatives. If you are interested in joining this group, email usgapresident@newhaven.edu.

Donate Toys to Children in Need,
Drive Ends Dec. 16
The 17th Annual Alpha Lambda Delta Toys for Tots Drive needs your help. Purchase new $5 to $10 unwrapped toys for infants to 12-year-olds and leave in the box labeled ALD in Bartels Hall, the campus center. The drive ends today Tuesday, Dec. 16.

Approval to Establish The Department of Management,
Marketing and Quantitative Analysis
With the addition of Marketing faculty and programs, the Department of Management has been renamed the Department of Management, Marketing and Quantitative Analysis, effective immediately. Click here for a list of programs and faculty.

Prominent Sociologist
To Speak at Commencement
Winter Commencement Speaker Stanley Aronowitz, professor of Sociology and Urban Education at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, has been called “the most important living sociologist in the United States,” and is a critically acclaimed author, columnist, politician, professor and champion of the American worker. Hear him speak at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17 in the Charger Gymnasium.

View PULP Magazine,
UNH’s First Music Magazine
Get the latest news on new music releases and interviews with artists: Visit http://PULP.ChargerBulletin.com to view UNH’s Music Magazine.

Sharing a Campus Bounty at Thanksgiving
This just in! The Office of Residential Life sent photos to UNHToday this week of the Thanksgiving dinner held on campus a few days before the actual holiday. Students flocked to the dinner and shared goodwill and good food throughout. Click here for more photos.

MEISA’s Hip-Hop Showcase
Showcase your beats, dancing or rapping skills at the MEISA Hip-Hop Showcase next trimester. E-mail Graham at ghart1@newhaven.edu with your talents.

Experience Real-Life
Crime Scene Investigation
Learn what it takes to investigate a crime scene. UNH presents a Crime Scene Investigation course from the “Dr. Lee and Friends” series from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Dec. 29 in Dodds Theatre. The course is open to students and the public, and signups are being accepted now. Famed forensic scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee will discuss what it takes to become a crime scene investigator, what happens at a crime scene and much more. Price is $50 for students with ID and $100 for adults. More information, call 203-479-4596. Click here to register.

How to Get an Organization
To Change? Come to This Workshop
UNH and Dr. Stuart Sidle, professor and director of the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program, is hosting an all-day intensive Organizational Change Management Workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 at the Weller Center, Mitchell College, UNH Southeastern campus, New London. The workshop costs $75 for UNH students and alums and $99 for the general public. RSVP at SEcampus@newhaven.edu or call 203.701.5454. Visit www.newhaven.edu/sect for more information.

Beckerman Center Winter Hours Announced
The Beckerman Center hours for winter break, starting Saturday, Dec. 20 through Saturday, Jan. 24, will be: Mondays through Fridays 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays noon to 5 p.m. Please note the gym will be closed Dec. 24 through Jan. 1.

Library Posts New Hours
Library’s hours are changing due to the holiday break. Please note the library will be closed Dec. 20 and 21, Dec. 25 through Dec. 28 and Jan. 1. For specific days and hours of operation click here.

Shore Line East Service Updates
Click here to see updates of the Shore Line East rail service.

Updates to
CT Bus Routes
Click here to see if your line is affected.

Need to Get to The Mall?
This Is for You
Click here for additional holiday service for the O-Route 1 bus route to Westfield Connecticut Post Mall.

New! New Haven Shuttles To Transport
Shore Line East Commuters About Town
For those of you who live on the shoreline and want to come into New Haven on Saturdays, the Greater New Haven Convention and Visitors Bureau will be funding holiday shuttles on the remaining Saturdays before Christmas: Dec. 20. The shuttles will pick up Shore Line East passengers at Union Station and provide free rides to downtown New Haven destinations. Click here for times and dropoff points.

Check CT Transit for
Updated Schedules
Click here.

Campus Safety Policies
Click here to learn about campus safety and security.

Faculty/Staff News

A Loss
The University’s director of Networking, Greg Bartholomew, lost his father, Eugene, this week. Visiting hours will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, followed by a celebration of his life, at Branford Bible Chapel, 212 Branford Road (Route 139), North Branford. The family requests that gifts in Eugene’s memory be sent to the West Haven VA Hospital or the American Lung Association. Click here to read the obituary in the Hartford Courant.

News For Employees
Parking in Off-Site Lots
The University is operating on the alternate A-B schedule for parking, with parking in designated lots at St. Paul’s and the North Campus, through Thursday Dec. 18. Beginning Friday Dec. 19, employees may park on the main campus throughout the winter break. Alternate day parking will resume on Monday Jan. 26, 2009.

Holiday Time Cards
Due to the holiday season, time cards for the week ending Dec. 21 should be submitted no later than first thing Thursday morning, Dec. 18. Checks will be available on Wednesday, Dec. 24. Call Christine Zuchinsky at ext. 7230 with any questions.

Tax Return Information
To ensure a timely delivery of your W-2 Form, make sure the University has your correct address. Faculty and staff address changes can be e-mailed to jkeeler@newhaven.edu, and student address changes should be e-mailed to dbrewer@newhaven.edu. Print out your own W-2 Forms with iPay. Click here for more iPay information.

Bakers: Here’s Your Chance
To Strut Your Strudel and Win a Prize!!
This year’s holiday party, at 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18 in the Alumni Lounge, will only be complete with sweets, and so we are offering up a fun baking challenge this year: Bake the dessert in which you are most proud for the holiday party, and win a prize. Click here for more details!

Fidelity Meetings Still Available
One-on-one meetings are still available with Fidelity Advisors. Call 1.800.642.7131 to schedule your individual meeting. To set up your account on your own, call 1.800.343.0860, or set it up online at www.Fidelity.com/atwork. You must register by clicking on “New User Registration” in the login box on the left.

Medical Coverage Information
The state of Connecticut enacted legislation taking effect January 1 that requires Connecticut companies to provide healthcare coverage for dependent children until age 26, provided they meet certain eligibility qualifications. Click here for eligibility requirements. Click here for the form.

Inclement Weather is Approaching
Click here for University policies regarding inclement weather.

Holiday Schedule Set
The holiday season quickly approaches. Click here for a copy of the holiday season work schedule.

Plan Ahead for SOAR
Click here for the dates for the Summer Orientation, Advising and Registration program.

Student News

De-stressing For Finals With finals here stress can get the best of us. Students gathered the afternoon of Wednesday, Dec. 10 to de-stress. Students lined up to relax with a back massage and breathe fresh air from the oxygen bar.

Midnight Breakfast Madness More than 550 students were served a midnight breakfast by faculty and staff late Wednesday, Dec. 10 in New Hall. Faculty and staff contributed their time to help prepare food, cook, and serve.

New $1,000 Scholarship Available;
Honors Fallen Soldier
Click here to learn more.

Bus Schedules Have Been
Revised for Holidays
Click here for the holiday bus schedules. Click here for upcoming changes.

Scholarship Available
For Freshmen and Sophomores
Click here for the 2008 scholarship application and eligibility requirements for the Igor Sikorsky Scholarship. Application deadline is Feb. 15, 2009.

Spread Holiday Cheer
With the UNH Cookie Swap
Each year students give back to UNH and surrounding communities by delivering cookie baskets and platters to UNH departments and UNH communities that serve students. Show your appreciation by donating cookies, holiday tins/platters, ribbon and cellophane wrap between 8:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17 in the Office of Residential Life.

Tell UNH Your Thoughts
About Alcohol on Campus
UNH is interested in students’ opinions about a venue on campus serving alcohol. Click here and fill out the survey.

Study Abroad in Italy this Spring
Seats are still available for students to study abroad this spring 2009 in Italy. Contact Dr. Christie Boronico at 932.7236 or cboronico@newhaven.edu, or Dr. Adams at wadams@newhaven.edu for more information.

GradMed® Short Term Medical Coverage
Available as a Benefit for New Grads
Consider GradMed® Short Term Medical as a benefit to help fill the gap between graduation and employee benefits at your first job. Click here or call 1.800.922.1245 for more information.

Senior Trip to Playwright
Celebrate your approaching graduation with a trip to Playwright 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3. Tickets on sale for $8.

Energy-Saving Tips
As part of the University’s campuswide greening initiative, the Office of Information Technology has created a webpage with a free energy savings utility for PCs and laptop. Special instructions for users of Vista and Macintosh are there too.

Rides for the Holidays
Need a ride home for the holidays? Have an extra seat in your car? The Ride Board is back. Go to Blackboard and sign in to list your information.

CT Transit U-Pass Program
Available to UNH residential students, the U-Pass Program allows students to travel for free during the semester using Connecticut Transit buses. Passes are available in the Office of Residential Life in Bixler Hall. Questions? Call 203.624.0151 or visit www.cttransit.com.

Become Part of the Charger Bulletin
The Charger Bulletin is seeking a layout editor, arts and entertainment editor, and advertising manager for the official UNH newspaper. Visit www.ChargerVoice.com and click on “Charger Bulletin” on the left to fill out an application.

Undergraduate and Graduate
Registration Information
For information regarding Health Service holds on your accounts, click here.

Spring USGA Schedule
For the Undergraduate Student Government Association meeting schedule, click here.

Sophomore Newsletter
Click here to get information about your sophomore year.

December Career Services
Click here for the December Career Services Newsletter.

In The News

2008-2009 Academic Year

=		Friends laid off? Here's what to say Connecticut Post, December 12, 2008: Stuart Sidle, director of the industrial/organizational psychology program at UNH, comments... more >>
=		What to Do, Say When Colleague Loses Job Hartford Courant, December 15, 2008: Professor Stuart Sidle, director of the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program at UNH, comments... more >>
=		U.S. national soccer team captain at Stamford Banquet Stamford Advocate, December 11, 2008: James Hilaire, a goalkeeper at UNH, received the annual Profile in Courage Award... more >>
=		Researchers check Long Island Sound algae as biodiesel source Hartford Courant, December 11, 2008: Researches from UNH will use a state grant to find out if any species found in Long Island Sound could become a viable source of biodiesel fuel... more >>
=		Student athletes lavished with tutoring The Bulletin, December 3, 2008: Allen Sack, a UNH professor who played football for Notre Dame, comments... more >>
=		Connecticut Humanities Council Board Appointment Business New Haven, December 8, 2008: Brenda Williams, an English and education professor at UNH, has been named chairman of the board of directors of the Connecticut Humanities Council... more >>