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
As part of its commemoration of Women’s History Month, the University’s Connecticut Institute of Technology welcomed two leaders in cybersecurity who discussed the challenges they have overcome and shared their wisdom with the University community.
April 12, 2021
On March 22, the University’s Connecticut Institute of Technology’s Cyber Legends Series welcomed Diane Janosek, commandant for the National Cryptologic School at the National Security Agency, and Lynne Clark, deputy chief for the Center for Cybersecurity Education, Innovation and Outreach. The webcast focused on the importance of expressing individuality and growing as a professional in both technical and non-technical aspects.
The conversation began with a discussion about the challenges of being a female leader and the obstacles they faced during their careers, which included personal, work environment, and external challenges.
“An open door might not be the only way in,” said Clark. “You might have to climb through a window or break a hole in the wall to get in. If you believe in yourself, there is always a way in.”
Clark also discussed how, when she began her career, her biggest challenge was having faith in herself and not being afraid of what was ahead.
Janosek is a big believer in depending on yourself, as well as understanding your ability to succeed in the workforce. She emphasized the importance of continuing to grow as an individual, both personally and professionally.
"You know who you are, and you know what your passions are,” said Janosek. “Depend on your own innate competence. You are unique.”
Both Clark and Janosek told students that some of the biggest things to remember when they are working to overcome obstacles is to celebrate individuality and their unique skills. They highlighted the importance of being honest with yourself, as well as knowing yourself and your skills. They encouraged students to keep growing and to push past barriers that they may face throughout their careers.
“Your work quality proceeds you,” said Janosek. “Not only is being honest with yourself an important aspect of success, but showing that you care about your work quality and your product, as well as respecting ethics, paired with a high confidence level, are also essential.”
Joining the discussion, Tiffanie Edwards ’22 M.S., a candidate in the University’s graduate program in cybersecurity and networks, asked about how to attract and retain women in cybersecurity. Both women discussed the importance of creating a more open and welcoming community. They say the field needs to be made more accepting of individuals regardless of factors such as gender, race, and sexual orientation, and that future leaders need to be the ones to change that.
On Monday, April 12, the Cyber Legends Series will feature what promises to be a lively and in-depth conversation with Roger Grimes, a data-driven defense evangelist for KnowBe4, Inc., the world's largest integrated platform for security awareness training combined with simulated phishing attacks. He also is the author of a dozen books. The webcast, which will stream on Twitch, will begin at 4 p.m.
Sarah Kispert '22 is a forensic science major at the University of New Haven and a cybersecurity marketing intern. She is the daughter of Karl Kispert, host of the Cyber Legends Series.
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.