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
The University’s Winter Graduate Celebration was a fun and meaningful way for new grads to celebrate their accomplishments with the Charger community and to reflect on their time at the University.
January 19, 2024
Winter graduates gathered at the end of the fall semester to celebrate their graduation from the University of New Haven. The University’s newest graduates joined family and friends for the Winter Graduate Celebration.
The event had various food and beverage options, music, photo booths, and more. Graduating students recalled their memories throughout their time at the University and reflected on how far they had come since the beginning of their journeys as Chargers.
Interim President Sheahon Zenger, Ph.D., congratulated the students and offered his warm wishes on their graduation. In his speech, he stated the importance of student life and how one should always remember it. Several other faculty and staff members were also present at the Winter Graduate Celebration and were seen taking pictures with the students.
The graduating students, who are officially members of the Class of 2024 and are invited to take part in Commencement in the spring, expressed their emotions while mentioning how they will miss the everyday hustle of student life.
Wajiha Farooqui ’24 MBA who completed her MBA with a concentration in global supply chain management, said her education has been instrumental in her personality development, and she successfully acquired several mentorship and networking opportunities during her academic period.
"This well-rounded approach achieved at the University of New Haven has not only deepened my academic knowledge but also served as a foundation for comprehensive growth, which will go a long way for me," said Farooqui.
Even before officially completing her degree, Farooqui earned a position as a financial analyst at Glanbia Nutritionals.
"Upon completing my MBA, I am now more committed than ever to continue applying the knowledge I gained and applying it practically in my professional workspace," she said.
Farooqui was delighted to be part of the Winter Graduate Celebration and says the event was a delightful experience. She enjoyed the celebration and the memories she made with her peers and classmates. As a proud MBA graduate, Farooqui extended a heartfelt message to the aspiring and current students, suggesting they never turn down any growth opportunities and always continue to build meaningful connections.
"As you navigate this path of your academic journey, always continue cultivating a mindset of perseverance and adaptability," says Farooqui.
Sanchita Rathi ’24 M.S., a graduate of the University’s master's degree program in Business Analytics, reflected on her journey since Fall 2022, calling this academic experience a “fun rollercoaster.” Rathi shared that she faced and overcame challenges with perseverance.
"There were tough times, but I always learned something from those difficulties, which made everything easier,” said Rathi. “I always felt extremely welcomed whenever I was at the University, which added a positive memory to my journey."
As an international student from India, Rathi reflected on being part of a diverse community and the relationships she made with individuals from across the globe while experiencing the American culture.
She enjoyed celebrating her time as a Charger at the Winter Graduate Celebration.
"I was delighted to see the décor, especially the photo booths, which enhanced the celebration overall,” she said. “Seeing so many of my fellow graduate friends at the celebration after our final exams was great. As this was our last event as official university students, I was happy to have had such a great time at the party."
Rathi offered advice and support to incoming and current students as she reflected on her own journey.
"Patience is the key,” she said. “You will land what you desire, but never stop working toward it. Trust the process and never forget to enjoy the journey."
Anisha Ashok Nizampuram ’24 MBA, who earned her MBA with a concentration in data analytics, was delighted to share the challenges she overcame and the growth she experienced during her journey. She reflected on how the course helped her network, build confidence, and learn out-of-the-box.
Nizampuram was happy to be part of the Career Development Center as a graduate assistant, enabling her to gain hands-on experience while balancing her personal and academic responsibilities.
"Throughout my MBA program, I was fortunate to have met amazing people who contributed intensely to my learning and added to my memories as an international student,” she said. “I am happy to have learned so much in my academic journey as I earned my degree, and I have mastered some essential skills such as time management and multitasking that will help me throughout my career."
Anchal Bhatia ’24 MBA is a candidate in the University’s MBA program.
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.