The West Haven area has received a significant snowfall with 16 inches of snow already on the ground. Due to this and the extensive campus clean-up operations that will need to take place: All in-person day and evening classes scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026 will transition to being held online or remotely..
Campus operations for residential students will be modified based on expected conditions. Separate messages will be sent from various offices and departments regarding changes to normal hours of operation. Current students, faculty, and staff can find the latest information about operations on myCharger (login required).
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.
Residential students should be prepared to move their vehicles, if requested, for snow removal operations. If you are parked on a public street in West Haven, please move your vehicle off-street as a snow parking ban has been issued prohibiting vehicles from parking on all public streets. A list of off-street parking lots can be found on the City of West Haven’s website.
The Charger Blog
Keyri Ambrocio ’21, who hopes to pursue a career in immigration policy or advocacy, spent the semester participating in the Legislative Internship Program at the State Capitol.
May 10, 2019
The Legislative Internship Program in Hartford has provided me with an enriching, hands-on learning experience. As a part-time intern in this program, I was assigned to State Representatives Kara Rochelle and Tom Arnone.
At my internship, I have been able to conduct policy research, track bills, coordinate constituent events, and communicate with constituents, as well as draft press releases, testimony, and speeches. I have also been able to use and build my networking, communication, writing, and conflict resolution skills.
This experience has not only taught me about the formal and informal legislative process and provided me with direct experience on how the state government works, but it has also enabled me to meet influential people in our state’s government and our political system. I have been able to meet and converse with legislators, lobbyists, commission directors, and many more. I have also been able to attend a number of public hearings, committee meetings, and forums.
Most importantly, this experience has given me the ability to create new opportunities for myself in my future profession by connecting with inspiring people.
As a political science major, I am deeply interested in immigration policy and immigrant rights advocacy, and I hope to pursue a career in this field. Having the opportunity to connect with organizations that advocate for immigrants and refugees, and who influence policy, has been incredible.
"Most importantly, this experience has given me the ability to create new opportunities for myself in my future profession by connecting with inspiring people."Keyri Ambrocio ’21
My experience has been profoundly unique. This internship has provided me with an experience and knowledge that I would not have been able to get in a classroom. I was able to step out of my comfort zone, learn from new experiences, and further develop my skillset. It has also provided me with future development and career opportunities.
This has been a great experience, allowing me to draw on what I have learned in my classes at the University of New Haven and to apply it working with the state legislature.
The Charger Blog
Entrepreneur David Sussman partnered with the University of New Haven to pilot Uccountability, a program designed to strengthen student success through structured peer accountability. Students from the first cohort shared the far-reaching impact of their experiences.
University News
The University of New Haven has signed a master research agreement with Capewell Aerial Systems, a Connecticut aerospace manufacturer, to provide hands-on engineering projects and internships focused on aviation safety and advanced manufacturing.
Charger 360
Kat Swistak '26 reflects on her journey from a small town in New Jersey to the University of New Haven to study forensic science. A marketing minor, she talked about her work with Charger Athletics, including serving as the social media manager for women's rugby and field hockey as well as being part of Chargers Creative, the student-led group that supports social and digital media that generate millions of impressions for the University's Division I athletics teams. This work, as well as her involvement with the Office of Marketing and Communications student content team has broadened her career aspirations to work in content creation. She also talked about her plans for the Women in Sports Club, which she hopes will be her legacy as a Charger. "I'm so glad that I came here. I wouldn't have been able to grow and be who I am without coming here."