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
Meet Erica Gardner, associate director of the Center for Student Engagement, Leadership, and Orientation, who loves pineapples and looks forward to traveling internationally again when it is safe to do so.
September 22, 2020
The lifeblood of the University of New Haven are the faculty and staff members who dedicate their lives to helping our students reach their goals. Periodically, we’ll introduce you to a member of the staff so you can learn more about him or her – beyond their day to day work.
Next up is Erica Gardner, associate director of the Center for Student Engagement, Leadership, and Orientation, who was very involved in campus life when she was a college student and who enjoys creating fun and meaningful experiences for University of New Haven students.
Renee Chmiel: What did you do this summer that you enjoyed the most?
Erica Gardner: I’ve been able to concentrate on self-care. Summer is typically a busy time for CSELO, and the pandemic has impacted how we operate. I have had the opportunity to prioritize my many other responsibilities outside of work. I have become more disciplined in the way I approach things and I’ve increased my peace of mind.
RC: What is your favorite restaurant?
EG: I don’t have a favorite restaurant because I love exploring new foods. I love Caribbean, Asian, and Mexican/Spanish cuisine. My go-to food order is typically tacos. I love tacos!
RC: What organizations were you involved with when you were in college?
EG: As an undergrad at UConn, I served as a resident assistant, and I was a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. I also served as chair for our work with March of Dimes. I worked as a lab monitor for the School or Engineering, as a new student orientation facilitator with the Violence Against Women Prevention Program, and as a library assistant.
RC: What are you most looking forward to doing after the coronavirus pandemic ends?
EG: I am looking forward to traveling internationally, spending time with family, and wearing a full face of makeup.
RC: What is something that people are often surprised to learn about you?
EG: I played the violin for 11 years and the marimba for one year in high school. I made the switch from orchestra so that I could attend the Quadrennial Disney Trip with the band. That ended up being the first year they allowed the orchestra to also attend. I don’t regret my decision to switch because I learned how to play a new instrument in less than two months!
RC: What is something you are passionate about?
EG: I love pineapples. Anyone who has visited my office can attest to this. Pineapples are such a unique fruit that can be transformed into an array of things. They also represent hospitality and being welcoming, and I always want those who I interact with to feel as if they are having positive experiences with me.
RC: What about this academic year are you most excited about?
EG: I’m looking forward to building new traditions with students and collaborating with campus partners to support our new normal. We are definitely being creative and innovative on how we approach this year to make experiences as meaningful as we can.
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.