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
Jon Sideriadis, MFA, spent two decades creating the art and stories in his new book, Astromythos, which is inspired by astronomy, mythology, and his Greek heritage. He hopes his work will inspire the next generation of artists.
July 28, 2020
Prof. Jon Sideriadis, MFA, has been building an original mythology and developing the characters and their stories for the past two decades. As author and illustrator, he has brought them to life in the pages of his mythology book Astromythos, an original epic poem with more than 100 illustrations in its 200 pages.
The title, a Greek word that Prof. Sideriadis invented, combines the words "astronomy" and "mythology," two subjects he is passionate about, and translates to "The Star Myth."
"Ancient Greek poetry, astronomy, and mythology inspired my book," said Prof. Sideriadis, a practitioner in residence in the University's Department of Art and Design. "As a proud Greek American, all of these interests are an important part of my heritage."
The book, which will be released on July 30, is published by The Art Order and launched on Kickstarter. There will be virtual launch parties hosted by Artistacon, a conference for seasoned and aspiring artists celebrating the creative process, held on Facebook and on YouTube the day before, at which participants can win prizes such as artwork.
Written as a rhyming epic poem, the book includes messages of wisdom, courage, and honor. It is a creation story of the stars, who have bodies like humans and humanoids. They fight villains – black holes – to save themselves and each other from extinction.
"I hope this inspires my students to persevere and to believe in themselves, despite the hardships they may experience in pursuit of success."Prof. Jon Sideriadis, MFA
"I feel relieved and fulfilled," said Prof. Sideriadis, whose artistic specialties include mythological art and storytelling. "I spent twenty years on this project, and I've dedicated my life to it."
On the book"s release date, Prof. Sideriadis will host a workshop on "world building," the process of constructing an imaginary world, as part of GenCon Online, a tabletop gaming convention that draws gaming enthusiasts from around the globe. Prof. Sideriadis will discuss the world building process for Astromythos, and he will serve as an art show juror as part of the online conference.
Prof. Sideriadis, whose work has been published in media such as film, television, video games, and novels, also teaches a course on world building at the University. He hopes his work inspires students and encourages them to pursue their dreams.
"I want my students to learn that artists can be authors too," he said. "I also want them to know that some projects may take almost a lifetime, but are well worth it. I hope this inspires my students to persevere and to believe in themselves, despite the hardships they may experience in pursuit of success."
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.