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
Now a leading expert in the field of financial crimes, Frank Abagnale recently spoke to an online class of high school students taking an AP course through the University of New Haven, sharing his story and what he has learned about the field firsthand.
July 24, 2020
Tom Pinkhasov is a film enthusiast who has been interested in learning more about white collar crimes, such as bribery, insider trading, and money laundering, ever since he saw the movie Catch Me if You Can.
A rising senior at Staten Island Technical High School, Pinkhasov recently heard from Frank Abagnale, the inspiration behind the critically acclaimed film, as part of an “Intro to Financial Crimes” AP course he is taking through the University.
“When I heard about this course, I jumped at the opportunity to learn from faculty at a school as internationally respected as the University of New Haven,” he said. “Hearing Mr. Abagnale speak was a great opportunity because he is well known as one of the world's preeminent experts on fraud and white-collar crime. This was a unique way to learn about a subject that is undoubtedly significant in the 21st century.”
Taught by Prof. Patrick Malloy, a senior lecturer at the University, the course is covering topics such as bribery, corruption, criminal tax investigations, healthcare fraud investigations, and money laundering. Malloy recently invited Abagnale to speak with the students via Zoom.
“I hope they learned about how criminal organizations are impacting everyday life,” said Prof. Malloy. “The more students hear from well-known experts – especially one who has been to the dark side and back – and learn about the ‘criminal mind,’ the better prepared they will be for life, and careers in investigations.”
As a young adult, Abagnale, a successful con artist, posed in many roles, including that of a pilot, doctor, and prosecutor. Abagnale discussed his financial crimes and his role working for the FBI when he got out of prison at age 26. He has now taught at the FBI academy for more than 40 years, and his son is now an FBI agent. He has worked with tech companies and has been working in the field of cybersecurity for the last 20 years.
A leading expert in the field of financial crimes, he endeavors to share his story, values, and what he has learned to help educate the next generations of investigators.
"The more students hear from well-known experts – especially one who has been to the dark side and back – and learn about the ‘criminal mind,’ the better prepared they will be for life, and careers in investigations."Prof. Patrick Malloy
“I’ve found that education is the most powerful tool to fighting crime,” said Abagnale, a member of the advisory board for the University’s M.S. in Investigations program. “Whether I’m teaching professionals in law enforcement, banking, or business, if I explain a scam to someone, how it works, and how to prevent it, knowledge is the key. The most important thing I can do is to educate people to prevent them from becoming a victim.”
Abagnale’s early life is depicted in the movie, which was directed and produced by Steven Spielberg. Leonardo DiCaprio plays a young Abagnale in the film, which also stars Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken, and Martin Sheen.
“One of the most important things about education is the understanding of how real experiences relate to the in-class material,” said David Schroeder, Ph.D., acting dean of the University’s Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences. “I hope this proves to students that sometimes real life experience doesn’t follow predictable lines or ways of thought. I hope this will inspire them to think about what their roles are and how they would play them as they go on to their careers.”
Pinkhasov, the rising high school senior, is hoping to enroll in one of the University’s dual degree programs to earn his bachelor’s degree and MBA, and he plans to study communication and global supply chain management. After taking this course, he is considering minoring in a criminal justice-related field as well.
“Mr. Abagnale is a brilliant person with a unique story,” he said. “Having the opportunity to directly ask him questions live was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity I will remember for years to come. He was a very humble and down-to-earth, and this session allowed me to interact with and learn from Mr. Abagnale in a way I otherwise would have only dreamed of.”
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.