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.
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As a first-generation international student, I am grateful for the many wonderful opportunities I had as a graduate student at the University of New Haven and through its Connecticut Institute of Technology. I am now excited to begin my career at Dartmouth College.
March 30, 2021
There have been a few moments in my life when I have wanted to share my best experiences. It is with excitement and a nostalgic feeling that I write this piece. First, I want to pay tribute to my father who passed away only a few weeks ago. He was a caring dad who always had been a strong pillar of support of my dreams and aspirations. Also, I am grateful to my mother who shaped my life and encouraged me to be focused and purpose-driven.
I am an international student from Nigeria who, in January, was awarded a master’s degree in cybersecurity and networks from the University of New Haven. Growing up in a patriarchal society, it was unusual for girls to enter certain career paths that were thought to be reserved for men. I dared to be different, and so I began my journey to the United States of America, intending to garner more experience and widen my knowledge horizon.
Coming to the United States to study in 2019 was a big deal for my family and me as I was a first-generation student aspiring to earn a master’s degree. I have always been passionate about education and learning in general, and I had high hopes this was going to be a stepping-stone on the pathway to achieving greatness.
Suffice it to say, my experience at the University of New Haven was an exciting journey. The friendly faculty, students, and the University community created a welcoming atmosphere and sense of community, which made my stay worth it. The weekly labs, assignments, and projects were structured to evoke innovative ideas as they allowed me to apply the lessons I learned in the classroom to solve real-life problems.
Most of my classes were practical, and what I learned helped me during my job search, since when I was asked questions about a variety of topics, they were concepts I was familiar with. My experience working as a learning assistant in the University’s Accessibility Resources Center, an orientation leader, and participating in various volunteering positions helped improve my social and administrative skills.
The University of New Haven has equipped me with the required readiness to progress with the next phase of my life and career. Participating in various Capture the Flag (CTF) events via the University’s hacking club and Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) chapter enabled me to sharpen my skills in cybersecurity and networking.
I have accepted a job offer from the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College as a user support and system analyst (USSA). I am overwhelmingly joyous about this offer as I begin the next phase in my career. I am extremely confident, and I cannot wait to use the many skills I have gained during my education at the University of New Haven.
I want to especially thank all my professors, particularly Dr. Ibrahim (Abe) Baggili for his attention to detail and dexterity in mentorship; Dr. Amir Esmailpour for his continuous support and encouragement; Dr. David Eggert for pushing me to do more in his classes; and Linda Copney-Okeke from whom I learned resourcefulness and administrative skills.
I am looking forward to continuing to make everybody proud.
Ebere Onwubuariri ’21 M.S. is a recent graduate of the University of New Haven’s graduate program in cybersecurity and networks. She accepted her degree during the University’s Virtual Winter Commencement in January.
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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.
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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.