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Brian Kench, dean of the Pompea College of Business, was referenced from his 2020 interview with Forbes on the “two reasons large debt can be concerning: It can hinder private markets, and it can contribute to inflation.”
As part of Convocation, members of Charger Nation welcomed members of the Class of 2026 and transfer students, kicking off the academic year by fostering “community and connection.”
Fredlyne Antoine ’24 spoke at a press conference on a new Tech Talent Accelerator program for technology workforce development, which is designed to help close the skills gap in the labor market. She joined Governor Ned Lamont at the event.
Demissew Ejara, associate professor of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about the student loan forgiveness plan and its impact on the economy.
Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing and the MBA program, says consumers want digital experiences from name brand items and a focus on sustainability.
Dequan Xiao, chair and associate professor of chemistry and chemical and biomedical engineering, comments on the Department of Energy notifying New England governors that home heating oil and diesel fuels will be below 50% in supply this winter. Xiao says most homes rely on this energy as they are some of the oldest houses in the country.
Trish Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science, comments on how Republicans in Utah may vote for Evan McMullin, even though he does not support former President Trump.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, discusses the affidavit used for a search warrant of former President Trump's Mar-A-Lago home.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, says the Department of Justice investigation and the FBI searching former President Trump's home is unprecedented.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says a New Haven police officer's dismissal was due to the fundamental obligation of the need to be truthful in any official proceeding.
Trish Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science, talks about how the Republican Party has split since Trump's presidency and the impact this could have on the midterms in November.
John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, discusses an unusual arrangement for the chief of police in Southington, noting it is not illegal or unethical.
David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses the student loan forgiveness plan and answers viewers' questions live.
Anna Kloc, University Health Policies spokesperson and assistant professor of biology, says the University has asked students to return with an off-campus isolation plan should they test positive for communicable diseases.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, says the affidavit contains information up to the point where it appears there is a breakdown in communications, but the rest has been redacted.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, says revealing sources in the DOJ affidavit requesting a search warrant for Mar-A-Lago could jeopardize the people who provided the information.
Two members of the University’s School of Health Sciences have collaborated to create the Students Integrated Mentorship Program, which begins during the fall semester. They are looking forward to the opportunities it will create for their classmates to network and connect while enhancing their sense of support and belonging.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, says sharing too much information on social media about children starting school, such as picture boards, could expose them to predators and scammers.
John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, says many de tails need to be worked out as before the student loan forgiveness plan has an impact on outstanding loans.
First-year and transfer resident students recently moved into University housing. The 1,250 members of the Class of 2026, including commuters, and nearly 200 transfer students are now taking part in Charge In and Welcome Week activities that will enable them to connect with their new classmates and learn about everything the University has to offer...
