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Since she came to the United States as a graduate student, Olena Lennon, Ph.D., has been inspired to further her own education while also teaching others. The Connecticut Immigrant and Refugee Coalition recently recognized her dedication to her community and to her field.
Maggie Holland, Ph.D., MPH, is dedicated to improving maternal and child health outcomes. Her research focusing on home-visiting programs for new mothers has earned her the second National Institutes of Health grant in the University’s history.
For Nadine Hudson ’18, the opportunity to serve in the U.S. Air Force has meant living her dreams and taking her career to heights she’d only imagined. She continues to draw on the experiences, skills, and relationships that she developed as a Charger.
Nearly a dozen Chargers have received grants or scholarships from the NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium that will support their cutting-edge research, create important educational opportunities, and, possibly, lead to exciting scientific discoveries.
My internship with Cape May Whale Watch and Research Center as part of the University’s Bergami Summer Internship program has been a great opportunity to develop my research techniques, from data collection to marine-mammal photography.
During several new student and transfer orientation sessions this summer, current students and staff welcomed incoming students to Charger Nation. The program was a fun way for them to get to know their new classmates while learning more about the many exciting and immersive opportunities they’ll have as Chargers.
As a quality and research intern at a medical center in Austin, Texas, Shreya Reddy Rekulapally ’23 MHA gained hands-on experience and contributed to important projects that have positively impacted the center’s staff and patients.
The Green Zone Training program helps faculty, staff, and students develop a better understanding of student-veterans’ perspectives and experiences, enabling them to better support their fellow Chargers and build meaningful connections.
For Marissa DelConte ’19 M.S., her passion for forensic science led her to the University of New Haven and, after graduating, to Florida to begin her career. Her work is already making an important impact, and she has been recognized for her excellence and dedication to her field.
This summer, several faculty members and students are engaged in important research projects supported by the Quinnipiac River Fund, examining how microplastics and metals are affecting wildlife in local aquatic habitats.
A group of Chargers recently played key roles in the inaugural TST – The Soccer Tournament – a $1 million winner-take-all event organized in large part by a University alum.
As she continues her Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship, Beatrice Glaviano ’26 has been learning about more than research processes and handling samples. She’s gained important awareness about balancing her work with her life outside of the lab.
Shortly after returning from my internship at the Cannes Film Festival in France, I had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience on the set of “Re Entry,” an independent film by producer Brendan Choisnet. Some of the filming for the movie took place on campus, and I was excited to network with industry professionals while introducing them...
Whether he is developing an app for job seekers or supporting his classmates’ academic success, Monesh Venkul Vommi ’24 M.S. enjoys using his technical prowess to serve others. He hopes to one day share his knowledge and his passion with students of his own.
Two MPH candidates received prestigious scholarship awards from the Society for Public Health Education. They recently participated in the organization's national conference focusing on advocacy and equity in healthcare.
As an intern with the New Haven Health Department, Dr. Niharika Pathak ’23 MHA helped educate and protect the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. She is confident her team’s efforts helped increase vaccination rates and promoted healthcare access during a particularly critical time in public health.
The annual ceremony and awards recognize the accomplishments of graduating members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, while also celebrating their dedication to activism and allyship.
I am looking forward to my internship as a public health advocate for the Connecticut Public Health Association. This is an opportunity that I am certain will help me build connections, confidence, and the skills I will need to excel in my career.
As part of the University’s Bergami Summer Internship program, I am completing an internship in the Union County, New Jersey, Crime Lab. I am excited to build on what I’ve been learning in the classroom at the University.
At the inaugural Chargers Celebrate event, employees gathered to recognize those marking service milestones and to honor this year’s recipients of the Philip H. Bartels Service Awards.
