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 an intern with the New Haven Health Department, Dr. Niharika Pathak ’23 MHA helped educate and protect the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. She is confident her team’s efforts helped increase vaccination rates and promoted healthcare access during a particularly critical time in public health.
July 11, 2023
Over the past few months, as a City of New Haven Health Department injury prevention intern, I have been involved in two important projects aimed at improving healthcare access and addressing the ongoing impact of COVID-19.
The first project focused on raising awareness about the reasons why people in New Haven County were not getting vaccinated against COVID-19. Despite the availability of safe and effective vaccines, many people remain hesitant to get vaccinated due to concerns about side effects, misinformation, and other factors.
To address this issue, we developed an outreach campaign that leveraged social media, community events, and other channels to educate people about the benefits of vaccination and to dispel common myths and misconceptions. Through these efforts, we aimed to build trust and confidence in the vaccines and encourage more people to get vaccinated.
In addition to this project, I also contributed to an electronic health record initiative focused on improving healthcare accessibility. The goal of this project was to identify and assist people who may face barriers to receiving healthcare services, whether due to financial constraints, lack of transportation, or other challenges.
By leveraging technology and innovative approaches, we developed a platform that enabled people to access healthcare resources and services from the comfort of their homes. This platform included features such as virtual consultations, online appointment scheduling, and access to electronic health records.
By making healthcare more convenient and accessible, we hope to empower individuals to take control of their health and to access the care they need. Overall, both projects represent important steps toward creating a more equitable and accessible healthcare system.
I am proud of the great impact our projects had on the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our team identified the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy in New Haven County and developed targeted awareness programs and educational initiatives to help overcome these barriers. We also had the opportunity to present our findings at a TEDx talk, further spreading our message. Our efforts resulted in increased vaccination rates and access to healthcare for the community through an electronic health record project.
We provided online consultations and resources to help overcome challenges such as transportation and financial constraints. I believe that working on these initiatives has improved my strategic thinking and brought me closer to achieving my goals. These projects allowed me to make a positive impact on the community and to develop effective solutions to complex problems. I am excited to continue building on these experiences and to make a difference in the world.
Dr. Niharika Pathak ’23 MHA is a new graduate of the University’s Master of Healthcare Administration program.
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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.