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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Honored by the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce at its annual Health Care & Life Sciences Awards, the University’s WeEmbody Lab was recognized for its leadership in promoting mental wellness and health equity through research, advocacy, and student mentorship.
July 21, 2025
The challenges facing healthcare today are complex, but so are the opportunities. At the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce’s 23rd Annual Health Care & Life Sciences Awards, Connecticut State Comptroller Sean Scanlon reminded the audience that while federal funding is shifting, “Connecticut, and specifically the New Haven area, is a national and international leader when it comes to health care innovation and delivery.”
That spirit of leadership was on full display as the University of New Haven’s WeEmbody Lab (or WE Lab) received the Well-Being/Wellness Program Award, recognizing the Lab’s community-driven approach to advancing mental wellness, health equity, and student engagement.
“The WeEmbody Lab at the University of New Haven is a powerful force for health equity and mental wellness, especially among youth and underserved communities,” said Brandon Rousseau, sales director at Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, as he presented the award.
Founded in 2019 by Alvin Tran, Sc.D., MPH, an associate professor and chair of the Department of Health Administration and Policy, the WE Lab has grown into a hub for student-driven research, advocacy, and policy work. “I want to empower first-generation college students just like myself,” said Dr. Tran. “I want to provide mentorship to my students and empower them to become changemakers in whatever community they represent.”
The WE Lab’s mission is personal for Dr. Tran, who shared, “I’m a first-generation college graduate, the first in my family to go to college, let alone earn a doctoral degree. The mentorship I received made that possible.”
Comptroller Scanlon emphasized the role every individual and community plays in shaping the future of health care. “We all need health care,” he said. “We all rely on healthcare, and it’s up to us to make sure that healthcare continues.”
The WeEmbody Lab’s work reflects this belief. It tackles urgent challenges such as disordered eating, food insecurity, and mental health stigma. By engaging with local communities through research and policy work, the WE Lab ensures that its initiatives are not only research-informed but also community-centered.
One example is its collaboration with the Connecticut Association of School-Based Health Centers to identify clinician training needs for the early detection of adolescent eating disorders. Another is its ongoing needs assessment in West Haven, which amplifies local voices to inform sustainable, trauma-informed health interventions.
Through this work, the lab isn’t just conducting research, it's also fostering change. “We embody community and engagement,” said Dr. Tran.
Student mentorship is at the heart of the WeEmbody Lab’s mission. Since its founding, the lab has provided opportunities for nearly 100 students to engage in meaningful research and advocacy projects.
“We’re creating a space where students can lead, where they can see the direct impact of their work,” said Dr. Tran. Many alumni have gone on to lead nonprofits, pursue careers in healthcare, and serve as advocates in their own communities.
The lab’s reach also extends to rural areas of Connecticut, where youth often face barriers to accessing mental health resources. Initiatives such as the regional Suicide Prevention Policy Summits in West Haven bring together legislators, healthcare professionals, students, and community leaders to drive trauma-informed policy change.
An annual celebration brings together lab members to recognize their achievements of the last year, from published research to community collaborations. “I want to celebrate all we did together,” said Dr. Tran. “I couldn’t do this without the support I have each and every day, from the University, from my colleagues, from my partner, and from the students.”
Standing before the crowd, Dr. Tran received the award with gratitude. “I accept this award not just for the University of New Haven, not just for the students, but for the community members and leaders we’ve had the opportunity to work with over the past seven years,” he said.
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.
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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.
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.