In-Person Meetings for Classes on Monday, January 26, 2026 are Cancelled; Online/remote classes to be held as determined by Faculty.

Public Safety is tracking a significant snowfall that will be arriving in our area late Sunday morning (Jan. 25). It will snow heavily throughout the day and evening eventually tapering off Monday (Jan. 26) with 10-14 inches expected statewide. A sleet and freezing rain mix is also possible along the shore. Temperatures will be in the teens and twenties.

Due to this significant winter storm and the extensive campus clean-up operations that will need to take place, all in-person day and evening classes scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026 have been cancelled. All scheduled in-person classes will transition to being held online or remotely. Additional information on the virtual format for each class will be provided by your instructor.

Faculty have been asked to prepare for Online or Remote sessions in the event of in-person meeting cancellations. These options will be determined by the Faculty member and all questions should be directed to the Faculty teaching each course section. Faculty also have been asked to be very understanding and accommodating of the individual situations of their students who may have difficulty managing these alternative online or remote class meetings on short notice.

Please note that only essential employees, as previously determined by their respective department leaders, should report to campus. All other employees should fulfill the requirements of their role remotely.

Campus operations for residential students, unless otherwise noted, will operate as scheduled, though hours may be modified or changed based on the conditions. Separate messages will be sent from the Peterson Library, the Beckerman Recreation Center, and Dining Services regarding any changes to their normal hours of operation. The Bergami Center for Science, Technology, and Innovation will remain open for residential students to use for study space and to participate in online classes.

Off-campus students that live in the City of West Haven should abide by the city’s parking ban during inclement weather to avoid having their vehicle tagged and towed. Please check the City of West Haven’s website for further information on their snow parking ban.

Women in Engineering

Anyone can be an engineer, but not all students get the chance to see themselves that way. Through accessible experiences, supportive partnerships, and real-world design challenges, we help students recognize their potential and begin to build their identity as engineers, problem-solvers, and creators.

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Inspiring the Next Generation

The Women in Engineering program (WIE) works with students, families, educators, and communities throughout Connecticut to empower the future of engineering. With the help of generous donors and groups like the Harding Initiative and Town Fire Tire, our unique program can bring STEM education to areas that need it the most. Our program helps students discover their engineering identity through hands-on problem-solving and practical engineering challenges.

Mission

We are a hands-on engineering program designed to introduce students to the world of engineering through real-world challenges and creative exploration. We aim to support students as they discover their interests, develop skills, and build confidence in their ability to succeed in engineering and beyond.

Our Work

A professor demonstrates an engineering technique for two students.

Since launching in 2022, WIE has visited over 25 schools and served over 2000 students. We have developed partnerships with community-based organizations such as ReadyCT, the Urban League of Greater Hartford, VEX Robotics, the Girl Scouts of CT, and more.

WIE also runs two low-cost summer youth academies dedicated to middle school students. To learn more about our work, please read our end-of-year report.

Read our 2024-25 End of Year Report

The Engineering Classroom Experience

Connecticut’s future in technology starts in the classroom. Our program provides free STEM-based lessons designed to engage students’ curiosity and problem-solving skills. Lessons can be adjusted to any class size and level, and all materials are provided. The Curriculum has been updated to better align with classroom topics such as:

Algebra with electrical circuits
Chemistry with environmental engineering
Biology with medical technology
Physics with aerospace
Calculus with robotics
Plus more

These hands-on activities are designed to instill a lifelong love of learning, engineering, and science in your students. Contact us today to discuss visiting your classroom!

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Spotlights

ALEXIS PISHNYUK '25

Women in Engineering Ambassador reflects on experience

SAVANNA PANTOJA

Mechanical Engineering Major reflects on the opportunity to be a part of the mission of Women in Engineering

ALEXANDRA IOZZO '25

Mechanical Engineering Major shares her excitement to inspire young women in engineering.

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