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
Chris Bartels ’15 M.S. knows firsthand that breaking into the sports industry can be challenging, and he’s now offering his support to current and future Chargers to help them across the starting line in their own careers.
June 13, 2023
Chris Bartels ’15 M.S. is grateful for the opportunities he had as part of the University’s graduate program in sport management. His goal is to now ensure that current – and future – students have those same meaningful opportunities to excel in the industry.
Bartels is particularly committed to helping to create experiential-learning opportunities for Chargers. He and his wife Minsung have generously created an endowed fund for sport management students’ professional development.
“As a former student in the sport management program, I understand the challenges of getting that first job or that first internship in the sports industry,” explains Bartels, an associate vice president for Berk Communications. “I believe it’s important to give back to current students to help provide them with the opportunities that will best set them up for success.”
As an alum, Bartels has already been doing just that. He was among the alumni who coached students as they prepared for the National Collegiate Sport Sales Competition qualifier. The students excelled in the sales competition, ranking among the best in the country. Bartels met with students in weekly training sessions, offering feedback and support.
Bartels has, says Ceyda Mumcu, Ph.D., chair of the University’s Sport Management Department, made a meaningful impact on students. She’s looking forward to the experiences the family’s generosity will continue to offer to Chargers.
“I am grateful to Chris and Minsung for their generous contribution to the Sport Management Department,” said Dr. Mumcu. “It shows their trust in our student-centric initiatives and deep commitment to the power of education. Their contribution will allow us to provide our students with the best possible experiential opportunities, preparing them for success in the sport industry. I look forward to working with Chris to advance the mission of the University and to create new student experiences in the Sport Management Department.”
Beginning this summer, the funding from the Bartels family will enable students to gain hands-on experiences by attending conferences, networking events, and industry-related competitions.
Bartels says the professors he had – including Dr. Mumcu – as well as his coursework helped build his understanding of the sports industry. He says this helped him get his own foot in the door, and he now wants to help support future industry professionals as they prepare to begin their own careers.
“The sport management program is in such great hands with Dr. Mumcu, as she’s been working to help students both break into and advance within the sports industry,” he said. “Professional development, whether through attending conferences, competitions, or even networking opportunities, are vital for students. Putting yourself out there and meeting people in the industry goes a long way.”
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.