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.
The Charger Blog
Samara Clark ’19, a criminal justice major and diversity peer educator, worked closely with the Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion to plan events and discussions as part of the University’s celebration of Black History Month.
March 4, 2019
For Samara Clark ’19, Black History Month is about strength and prosperity. The University’s month-long celebration is important, she said, in helping society recognize that Black history should be commemorated throughout the year.
"Every month can be Black History Month," she said. "It is important because Black history is not typically taught at a young age and one must seek information about it. Many things we do every day are thanks to the inventions of people of color, who are not always appreciated for their beautiful minds."
"Many things we do every day are thanks to the inventions of people of color, who are not always appreciated for their beautiful minds."Samara Clark ’19
Clark serves as a diversity peer educator with the Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion. She works with staff members at Bethel Hall to create programming that fosters diversity and inclusion, and she helps ensure the safety and comfort of students of all backgrounds.
"As a DPE, I become a ‘walking safe space’ for students who have concerns on campus regarding just about anything," Clark said.
Clark also works closely with Juan Hernandez, the director of the Myatt Center, which has hosted Black History Month events throughout February, including parties, movie showings, speakers, and discussions.
"As a DPE, I become a ‘walking safe space’ for students who have concerns on campus regarding just about anything."Samara Clark ’19
Beyond her work with the Myatt Center, she especially enjoys her participation with the Monsoon Dance Crew, the Hip-Hop dance team at the University. "I appreciate the bonds within the members of the team and the love and support we always get from the campus community," said Clark, the group’s president.
"My roles at the University are very important to me," continued Clark. "Hopefully, the events and programs that take place will help everyone better understand that Black History is American history."
University News
New University-wide council will advance strategic partnerships, immersive student opportunities, and innovative research, supporting the University’s strategic plan the development of its pioneering Center for Innovation and Applied Technology.
The Charger Blog
Entrepreneur David Sussman, Pompea College of Business Advisory Board Member and chief visionary officer of The Family Security Plan®, is collaborating with University of New Haven students, faculty, and staff to create a program and app that helps Chargers support each other to achieve academic, personal, and professional goals. It’s called Uccountability.
University News
Vice President for Innovation and Applied Technology Paul Lavoie will serve on the Board of Directors and as America’s Chief Manufacturing Officer for the newly launched American Manufacturing Futures Institute.