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Steven H. Kaplan, Ph.D. was among several college presidents quoted in a roundup of statements issued by academic leaders across the country following the mass shooting in Texas.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says even with trained law enforcement on the scene, the shooter in Uvalde had a high-capacity weapon that outgunned what local police are issued.
Robert McDonald, senior lecturer of criminal justice, says the public should wait for all of the facts to come in before judging the police response to the mass shooting in Texas.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says in the aftermath of the mass shooting in Texas there is an expectation of restrictions being imposed on guns and ammunition, so stocks of manufacturers will rise.
Melissa Whitson, professor of psychology, comments on maintaining a sense of normalcy for children when they have seen or heard of these violent events.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice and author of Connecticut’s “Red Flag” Gun Law, discusses the reasons the law was enacted and why it has been adopted in 19 other states.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, political science, and international affairs, talks about Russian troops' aggressive bombing of civilian areas in Ukraine.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says since the federal ban on the AR-15 expired in 2004, gun manufacturers have intentionally marketed these weapons to young men as a modern sporting rifles.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says since the pandemic started, malls are not generating the foot traffic needed to sustain the property so other uses must be found.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security and investigative services, talks about the newly established Airborne Object Identification and Management Synchronization Group (AOIMSG) as the successor to the U.S. Navy's Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Task Force.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about gun laws, politics, and the mid-term elections in Connecticut.
Tracy Tamborra, professor of criminal justice, comments on the damage being caused by the highly publicized Depp-Heart trial on reporting domestic violence and having victims be believed.
Melissa Whitson, professor of psychology, says there needs to be a distinction between someone with mental health issues and someone who has violent behavior.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about all of the elements that need to be examined to put together the timeline of exactly what happened when police arrived at the school shooting in Uvalde.
Robert McDonald, a senior lecturer of criminal justice, discusses steps that can be taken to protect schools and students’ and teachers’ safety.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about the latest school shooting in Texas and the need for a mechanism for reasonable and responsible gun laws across the country.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, political science, and international affairs, discusses why banning Russian athletes from competing may only serve to strengthen Putin's position with his people.
John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, talks about the price of gas, projecting what it will be over the next six months.
Robert McDonald, a senior lecturer in criminal justice, talks about the recent mass shooting in Texas and what may be done to help prevent this in the future.
Kendell Coker, associate professor of psychology, talks about the comparison of the Sandy Hook school shooting and the mass shooting in a Texas school and the impact these tragedies have on our mental health.
Mike Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about how strict Connecticut’s gun laws are, explaining how they should be modeled nationwide.
Ryan Robinson, an adjunct professor in hospitality and tourism management, discusses how to discern the grape, region, and vintage of a wine.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, international affairs, and political science, examines what the war in Ukraine may be like for the next three months and the impact since the war began.
Melissa Whitson, professor of psychology, talks about how you can help your children with the psychological trauma from the recent stabbing at a Connecticut high school and the mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas.
Alvin Tran, assistant professor of public health and assistant provost for diversity, equity, and inclusion, comments on the joys of celebrating AAPI Heritage month.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about the Uvalde School shooting, explaining that there is no single solution to prevent these tragedies.
Anthony Santella, professor and director of the Doctor of Health Sciences Program, talks about the symptoms of monkeypox. He says people should see a physician immediately if they exhibit signs of rash and pustules.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses the 2012 abolition of the death penalty in the State of Connecticut.
Robert McDonald, senior lecturer of criminal justice, comments on a plot the FBI uncovered to assassinate former President George W. Bush over the U.S. invasion of Iraq.
Melissa Whitson, professor of psychology, says those who may need help in dealing with the trauma over the mass shooting at a Texas school or a recent stabbing in a Hartford high school should call 211 for resources for mental health issues.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses the 2012 abolition of the death penalty in the State of Connecticut.
Steven Bumbera '20, talks about how he became involved with crypto after graduation from the University of New Haven and his motivation for founding Many Worlds Token, a tokenomics system.
Michael Urban, senior lecturer and director of the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, discusses why it is important to have a primary care physician.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about the disappearance of Jennifer Dulos, a New Canaan mother of five, who has been missing for three years, in this special investigative report.
Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, discusses protecting your financial assets in a volatile market.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses the bill signed into law by Conn. Governor Ned Lamont to coordinate efforts in analyzing hate crimes between local police, Homeland Security, and the FBI.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, international affairs, and political science, says that Russian forces are maximizing bombing efforts in Severodonetsk, Ukraine, in an effort to take control of the city as their casualties mount.
Karl Jacobson ’22 M.S., has been tapped by Mayor Justin Elicker to become the next chief of police for the City of New Haven, pending approval by the city’s Board of Alders.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about the third anniversary of the disappearance of Jennifer Dulos, a mother from New Canaan.
Tracy Tamborra, professor of criminal justice, talks about two child abuse cases and some of the warning signs a child may display if they are being abused physically.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, political science, and international affairs, talks about the continued bombing of the Ukrainian city of Severodonetsk and what would happen if it falls into Russian hands.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says summer vacations will be costly this year, with the price of gas continuing to rise.
Jason Chung, assistant professor of sport management and executive director of Esports, and Corey Parks, director of esports and head coach, talk about the future of esports and the gaming industry.
Anthony Santella, professor and director of the Doctor of Health Sciences Program, says monkeypox is not common, not easily transmitted, and is very rare in the U.S.
Corey Davis ’21 MPA, says he takes pride in developing the Connecticut Center for Digital Investigations and will now be part of the private sector after 20 years of public service.
Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, wrote an op-ed on Sweden and Finland looking to fast-track joining NATO.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, political science, and international affairs, comments on the war in Ukraine, comparing China invading Taiwan and examining the consequences of those actions.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments that NATO will become more vital than ever before with Finland and Sweden joining the alliance.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says although the full details have not been revealed, a teen house party that left four teens stabbed, including one who succumbed to his injuries, should be viewed as a warning to all parents.
Michael Urban, senior lecturer and director of the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, says there is a direct connection between poor posture and poor health.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about the tragic case of a teen party in which a 16-year-old stabbed three teens, including a 17-year-old who died of his injuries, saying the individual charged may be tried as an adult.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says the pandemic revealed widespread weaknesses in the supply chain and the need to add manufacturing capacity in the U.S.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, comments on some of the reasons Vladimir Putin keeps his daughters out of the media spotlight.
Alice Fischer, professor of computer science, talks about a significant gift she and her husband made to the University to establish an endowed chair in computer science. Brian Otis, vice president for advancement, says the $2 million gift will be used to develop a legacy of devotion to teaching.
Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, and Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, discuss the leaked opinion from the Supreme Court and what impact the decision may have on other laws if enacted.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, discusses the 'great replacement theory' and why it was part of a manifesto written by the individual accused of a mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about the latest developments on the war in Ukraine and Putin's health.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says prices for poultry will continue to remain high and may go up as costs soar for supply chains.
Michael Urban, senior lecturer and director of the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, comments on why new anesthesia protocols could help patients at the VA Medical facilities.
Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cyber security, computer and electrical engineering, says because of their nature, “Cupid scams” may be difficult to detect as most people may never meet the person they are dating, except online.
Chris Haynes, associate professor of political science, national security, international affairs, and legal studies, talks about the primary election results in some key states such as Pennsylvania and North Carolina and what this could mean for the midterms in November.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about how the suspected shooter in Buffalo posted hate messages on a social media site. Because the postings were anonymous, police could not trace it back to the shooter to prevent the attack.
Longtime University of New Haven professor Alice Fischer, Ph.D. and her husband have made a $2 million gift to the University to create an endowed chair in computer science that will be used to recruit and retain a prestigious faculty member who will teach core computer science skills and champion computer science education at the University.
Longtime University of New Haven professor Alice Fischer, Ph.D. and her husband have made a $2 million gift to the University to create an endowed chair in computer science that will be used to recruit and retain a prestigious faculty member who will teach core computer science skills and champion computer science education at the University.
Longtime University of New Haven professor Alice Fischer, Ph.D. and her husband have made a $2 million gift to the University to create an endowed chair in computer science that will be used to recruit and retain a prestigious faculty member who will teach core computer science skills and champion computer science education at the University.
Longtime University of New Haven professor Alice Fischer, Ph.D. and her husband have made a $2 million gift to the University to create an endowed chair in computer science that will be used to recruit and retain a prestigious faculty member who will teach core computer science skills and champion computer science education at the University.
Mike Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says there are laws about hosting a party with minors and serving alcohol, which is grounds for liability and is a crime.
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of esports, talks about the difficulty in building a brand, such as Upcomer, and making a profit.
Mike Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says the 30 key indicators used in WalletHub survey on the best places to pursue a law enforcement career show good cops want to come to Connecticut.
Brad Woodworth, associate professor of history, discusses the latest on the events in Ukraine and the possibility of Finland joining NATO.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about the motive behind the Buffalo shooting and the meaning of 'great replacement theory,’ which was referenced in a manifesto created by the gunman.
Mike Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, explains why mass killers go after 'soft targets' where people would feel safe.
Jan Jones, lecturer and coordinator for Hospitality and Tourism, answers questions about travel over the summer. Many pandemic-related restrictions have been removed, enabling customers to return to domestic and international destinations.
John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, comments on the number of police officers remaining steady as the population rises, leaving many departments stretched too thin.
Olena Lennon, adjunct professor of political science and international affairs, talks about Russia’s lack of manpower to continue on the offensive in Ukraine after suffering significant losses on the battlefield.
David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, says as cryptocurrency is increasingly tied to new and evolving technology, the crypto market will continue to get stronger.
John Rosen, an adjunct professor in economics, discusses allegations of price gouging by big oil companies, and examines if this is really accurate information.
Michele Smallidge, lecturer and director of the B.S. in Exercise Science program, is one of the experts discussing the pros and cons of the If It Fits Your Macros diet.
Amy Carlisle, associate professor and chair of biology and environmental science, talks about a program for community members to learn about Long Island Sound called COASTS - Citizen Opportunities for Accessing Science Training on the Sound.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, political science, and national security, talks about the latest in Ukraine and how other countries are now arming Ukrainians citizens to defend themselves against Russia.
David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses programs such as Universal Basic Income and Cash Transfer programs for people receiving government assistance.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about the murder trial of Richard Dabate, and evidence provided by a FitBit, as the case goes to the jury.
Lisa Dadio, senior lecturer, director of the Advanced Center for Policing, and assistant dean of the Lee College, says the pandemic, people out of work, weakened staffing in the community and in after-school programs have been contributing factors to the rise in murder rates.
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of esports, says big game developers are seeing their revenue stream cut as smaller developers are packaging games to fit advertising opportunities.
Mike Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on the technology that may help match a casing and a gun in tandem with other pieces of evidence.
Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing and the Executive MBA program, talks about women returning to the workplace after needing time off from the pandemic for child care, and how they can be successful.
Tracy Tamborra, professor of criminal justice, discusses how families are turning to social media for help in solving murders and why this can be problematic.
Amy Carlisle, chair and associate professor of biology and environmental science and her colleagues at the University of New Haven are hosting an event this summer for 20 community members that will train them on the ecology, water quality, animals, plants, and algae of Long Island Sound.
Michele Smallidge, lecturer and director of the B.S. in Exercise Science program, is one of the experts chosen to discuss the benefits of swimming.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, talks about the different factors causing the increase in gas prices across the country and worldwide.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and legal studies, talks about Victory Day in Russia and how Putin his invasion of Ukraine to his people.
Dr. Henry Lee, renowned forensic scientist and founder of the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, comments that if DNA would be recoverable from a sword used in the Fort Griswold Massacre in 1781.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, talks about the leaked decision from the Supreme Court and its impact nationwide.
Jeffrey Treistman, assistant professor of national security, discusses how this small drone can be used as a missile in modern warfare, strategically and accurately hitting a target.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and legal studies, comments on a series of tweets on how to sabotage Russian tanks, saying this may be inflaming the situation.
Kaylin Stevick '23, and Julian Thomas '22, both marine biology majors, are involved in cleaning up and beautifying Marginal Drive, a water-view property in West Haven, into a well-lit area for jogging, biking, and birding.
Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, discusses an ordinance recently passed to ban possession of ghost guns in San Jose.
Renee Allen, adjunct professor in the hospitality and tourism management department and a Certified Specialist of Wine and a French Wine Scholar, reviewed wines for this special occasion.
John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, talks about the latest spike in gas prices, which are projected to hit $6 per gallon by July.
Tracy Tamborra, professor of criminal justice, discusses the long-term outlook for the law enforcement field.
John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, comments on the AirTag technology that may trigger a false alarm if improperly used.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, talks about Russia’s Victory Day and what Putin will say at this national event about what is happening in Ukraine.
Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence for marketing and the Executive MBA program, says car manufacturers are cutting ad budgets as supply chains cannot keep up with the demand, and media companies are feeling the pinch.
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of Esports, says that teams in South Korea’s T1 league, a $220 million industry, play very differently than those from North America league.
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of Esports, says the cancellation of the series had nothing to do with the real Space Force.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, and Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, wrote an op-ed on Connecticut’s decision to create a gas tax holiday to help consumers with skyrocketing fuel prices.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, says that even though China has not spoken out about Russia invading Ukraine, they are experiencing an impact on their economy and food shortages.
Chris Haynes, associate professor of political science, legal studies, national security, and international affairs, discusses the nefarious ways social media has changed the face of politics.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says if Roe v. Wade is overturned, Griswold v. Connecticut could be next, if the reasoning is based on the right to privacy, which is not in the U.S. Constitution.
Leah Hartman, senior lecturer and chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about how the economy will have an impact on families celebrating together for the first time in two years.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, discusses the potential implications of Roe v. Wade being ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court and what could happen to Connecticut's abortion laws.
Jason Chung, assistant professor and executive director of esports, says the lack of interest in pop culture reflects the mood around the country.
Maurice 'Mo' Cayer, a distinguished lecturer and coordinator of the M.S. in Human Resources program, says with the shortage of applicants for summer jobs, people should be understanding and exercise patience.
Declan Hill, professor of investigations, talks about how sports have become a vehicle for gambling and, for some, an addiction.
Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence for marketing and the Executive MBA program, says companies already giving their female employees financial assistance for out-of-state abortion travel expenses are viewed positively for protecting women's rights.
Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program, says the Federal Reserve makes an announcement on raising interest rates, but just how much it will be decided later today.
Declan Hill, professor of investigations, wrote an opinion examining how sports fans are watching games, explaining that they are being overwhelmed by ads for gambling during broadcasts.
Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, discusses the importance of the Donbas region to Russia and the threat by Putin on any country that intervenes.
Melissa Whitson, professor of psychology, Gabby Picon ’24, and Paige McCaffery ’22, are talking about the leaked Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v Wade.
Chris Haynes, associate professor of political science, national security, legal studies, and international affairs, along with the University of New Haven’s Mayor’s advisory council, hosted a town hall meeting in West Haven last night.
Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, talks about the latest developments in Ukraine, including Israel denouncing remarks by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov about Nazism and anti-Semitism.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about a meeting he once had with Nikolai Patrushev, the head of the Russian federal police's Security Council, who will temporarily fill in for Vladimir Putin while in surgery. 'It was one of the most amazing meetings I ever had.'
Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) talks about a federal funding, including a grant to the University of New Haven, to train police to solve hate crimes using the latest technology.
Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, discusses the lessons learned from the Falklands War 40 years ago, comparing it to what is happening in Ukraine today.
Demissew Ejara, associate professor of finance, discusses why credit card companies may offer a 0% APR, and explains that their hidden costs or exclusions that can make it a trap.
John Rosen, a practitioner in residence of economics, talks about the port shutdown in Shanghai, China, which could cause problems in the supply chain for at least a year.
Dr. Henry C. Lee, renowned forensic scientist and founder of the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, spoke at CrimeCon 2022.