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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John Jacko ’88 MBA has taken on new roles and increased leadership responsibilities throughout his distinguished career. He recently spoke to the University community virtually to share what he has learned and to inspire students to grow as leaders.
April 1, 2021
After John Jacko ’88 MBA began his career at Textron Lycoming, a gas turbine engine company, as a structural engineer, he was asked to take a side assignment in customer care. He accepted, and he enjoyed the opportunities it gave him to connect with customers. The experience ultimately changed the trajectory of his career.
Now executive vice president and chief growth officer for Pentair, a company with a focus on sustainability that helps customers move, improve, and enjoy water, Jacko recently visited his alma mater virtually to discuss his approach to his work. He told students about the lessons he has learned, which he calls “personal leadership experiences.”
“Don’t be afraid to fail,” he said. “Step out of your comfort zone and lean into fear. Taking risks and trying new things is so important. I tell my kids this all the time, and you’ll be amazed by what this mentality will do for your career.”
Jacko spoke to the University community as part of the Pompea College of Business’s Success and Leadership Series. He urged students to keep an open mind and embrace new opportunities, since those, like his side assignment in customer care, can be important learning experiences.
A devoted father and uncle, Jacko says he is passionate about mentoring the leaders of the future. He has learned the importance of having mentors in his own career, and he started the Millennial Council at Pentair to foster mentorship opportunities at the company – which he says he also learns from. He encouraged students to seek out their own mentors and to serve as mentors for younger students.
Stressing the importance of teamwork, Jacko compared the workplace to team sports, explaining the importance of working together and supporting each other.
“I’m a big believer in respecting the team,” he said. “Let everyone go out there and execute their responsibilities. Respect their roles on the team.”
Prior to joining Pentair in 2017, Jacko served as vice president and chief marketing officer of Kennametal, a tooling and industrial materials supplier. He concluded his virtual visit discussing what he has learned about leadership during his distinguished career, which has brought him across the country.
“It’s important to encourage others to speak up and speak out,” he said. “As leaders, we sometimes have to give people space to disagree. Lean into it. Encourage them to share how they see things differently.”
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.
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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.
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.