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
It is not uncommon for first-year students to call home with a concern about living on campus or to talk about an issue with their roommate. We have compiled some information to help address these challenges.
August 2, 2023
Moving away from home for college can cause a variety of emotions. From being away from home for the first time or interacting with roommates, your students may come to you with some questions. We suggest the following steps for families.
Listen to your student’s experience without judgement. Allow an opportunity for their concerns to be heard and learn why they may be frustrated.
Ask “When did the concern start? How long have you been feeling this way?”
Ask “Does your roommate know what is bothering you? Have you talked about it?"
If NO, suggest some strategies for engaging in that difficult conversation with their roommate.
If it appears your student is hesitant to address the concern, remind them that handling it early can help avoid further frustrations and can prevent any significant disruption to their experience.
We sometimes find that roommates or suitemates wish to speak on behalf of their friends. We strongly encourage them to speak from their own experience and empower their friends to speak for themselves.
When experiencing frustrations or obstacles, it can be difficult to remain open-minded and calm. However, encouraging your student to approach situations calmly and to remain open to compromise or difficult dialogue is essential.
If your student has attempted to resolve the concern themselves, it may be time to ask for assistance from additional resources. We also suggest students reach out to staff when their concerns are disrupting their academic and co-curricular pursuits. Students should begin by contacting their Resident Assistant. Their Area Coordinator can also support their needs. The Office of Residence Life is committed to helping students enjoy residential living. However, we will not intervene or move students (absent an emergency) until we have met and heard all involved students’ concerns.
There are always Resident Assistants and Area Coordinators available to help students. Please encourage your students to connect with these resources if they are having a difficult time managing their interpersonal relationships with their roommates or their residential experience.
Watch for signs or behaviors that don’t seem normal to you. Families can always contact the Dean of Students Office or the Office of Residential Life to share concerns or information with our staff. While our offices will confirm receipt of your concern, a more detailed response is largely dependent on whether your student has completed the FERPA (Federal Education Records Privacy Act) form, providing permission for such information sharing.
For more information please reach out to DeanofStudents@newhaven.edu
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.