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
Tim Metzger '85 has worked on many well-known movies, including Men in Black and Vanilla Sky, and he often returns to his alma mater to share his industry experience with current students.
October 2, 2019
Since graduating with a degree in communication, Tim Metzger '85 has been a regular on the sets of movies, television shows, commercials, and music videos. As a production artist, he leads the crew of set dressers responsible for ensuring that the props are in the proper location to maintain continuity, since scenes are often shot out of order. They also direct the arranging of objects, such as furniture and decorations, on a set before filming.
Metzger, who has worked on well-known movies such as Men in Black, starring Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith, and Vanilla Sky, starring Tom Cruise and Penélope Cruz, was part of the crew for Joker, the critically acclaimed Warner Brothers film starring Robert De Niro and Joaquin Phoenix that before its October release was called one of the most anticipated movies of the year.
"I am proud that I have been able to make what I love to do my career. Being able to combine what you love and get paid for it is rewarding."Tim Metzger '85
Metzger says his time at the University of New Haven helped him build the skills he still uses every day.
"I am proud that I have been able to make what I love to do my career," said Metzger. "Being able to combine what you love and get paid for it is rewarding."
As a student, Metzger served as president of the University's Communication Club, and he was also a Theater Club member and student government delegate. While producing student films, he was involved in the campus community, helping to organize events such as concerts, comedy shows, and even air guitar competitions.
"At the University of New Haven, I got a solid background in all areas of film making," he said. "I also learned to work hard and think independently, making lifelong contacts who have helped me throughout my career."
A mentor to current communication students, Metzger often returns to the University to share his experience and offer guidance. He has hired recent graduates, such as Nicholas Graham '16, who worked with him on Joker, and Benjamin Hammel '17, who worked with him on The Many Saints of Newark, a movie prequel to the popular television show The Sopranos, which is due out next year.
The Communication Department has recognized Metzger's leadership and commitment to students with an Alumni Circle of Honor Award.
"Film production in New York has gone through a great growth spurt in the last few years, and I wanted to introduce University of New Haven students to some of the available jobs," said Metzger. "Getting a 'foot in the door' and landing a first job can be a very big step. When I have the opportunity to hire, I think about current students at the University."
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.
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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.