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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I was delighted to be a part of the University’s recent Diwali celebration, and I am passionate about ensuring that all students experience a sense of belonging and a home away from home.
November 15, 2022
As president of the University's Indian Student Council (ISC), I have, throughout the academic year, always attempted to organize activities for students that encourage diversity and inclusion.
It was wonderful to feel at home at the University’s large-scale Diwali celebration. The event was held in collaboration with the Office of Graduate & International Student Life (OGISL) & the Student Committee of Programming Events (SCOPE), making it incredibly friendly and treasured.
Diwali is one of the most important festivals celebrated with great happiness all over India and around the world. Diwali is also known as “Deepavali” which means “row of lights,” row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects them from spiritual darkness. “Festival of lights” celebrates the triumph of good over evil, and the blessings of victory, freedom, and enlightenment.
It’s a Christmas, of sorts, for Indians, a time for family gatherings, dressing in their best traditional outfits, organizing feasts, and exchanging gifts. We enjoy decorating our homes with fancy lights, candles, and “dia” lamps, making rangoli (artwork from dry powder), and burning firecrackers.
Planning the University’s Diwali celebration was a rollercoaster ride. From countless hours of planning to the actual action, it involved lots of learning, time management, keeping a positive attitude, and a team effort. Even with all the overlapping midterms, classes, and internship work, it felt like a breeze with such great support from Jason Howell, coordinator for student engagement. ISC secretary Yash Malhotra ’23 M.S. did a tremendous job showcasing awaited dance performances and taking care of the participation – from singing and dancing to rangoli making.
I am happy the University’s Diwali celebration was a hit, and that everyone enjoyed the event to the fullest. The celebration is one of the biggest events ISC plans during the academic year, and everyone looks forward to it!
Celebrating the festival with our Charger family creates an inclusive environment and a rich experience for students from different cultures to enjoy and learn the rich heritage of India, an all-embracing confluence of religions and traditions.
Amna Jalali ’23 M.S. is a candidate in the University’s graduate program in finance. She is president of the Indian Student Council and vice president of the Women in Business Club.
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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.