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In the Media: October 2026
The University of New Haven featured in the media during October 2026.
Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science, discusses democrats being on the verge of capturing a majority of the nation’s governorships for the first time since 2010.
Erin Chiaro, director of financial aid, discusses what students and families should look at when comparing financial aid packages as part of the college-search process.
Ken Gray, professor of practice in homeland security and criminal justice, explains that in order to determine if the Lindsay Clancy case is inspiring copycats, investigators would need to know the number of mothers who killed their children before the trial and the publicity surrounding it.
Shaily Menon, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, is part of a small group that calls themselves the Beautiful Social Art Mechanics. They are participating in the fourth annual Open Studios New Haven, a celebration of artists and art making that unfolds across New Haven and West Haven for the month of October.
The University’s state-supported AI for cybersecurity concentration was mention as one of the ways Connecticut is working to equip its workforce with AI skills.
Bobby McDonald, assistant professor of practice in criminal justice, discusses the importance of being proactive and diligent in investigating threats targeting political candidates, particularly during the height of election season.
Students Ashton Gleed ’27 and Erika Suggs ’27 discuss attending a sold-out concert in Hamden performed by the band “After,” which received a shoutout from Rolling Stone on the day of their performance.
The University of New Haven was cited as an institution committed to supporting New Haven Promise students with financial aid.
The new West Haven Community Center on Meloy Road features a veterans suite sponsored by the University of New Haven.
The University of New Haven held a campus memorial to celebrate the life and legacy of Ryan O’Shea ’27, sharing memories and stories that captured his impact within and beyond our Charger community. Also attending the memorial that brought together hundreds of members of the Charger community wereFox61,WFSB,CT Insider, andNews 12 Connecticut.
Katherine O’Shea the younger sister of Ryan O’Shea ’27 described her big brother as “a beautiful spirit,” who was “so inspirational” and “such a fun, goofy, loving kid.”
Kenneth Gray, professor of practice in homeland security and criminal justice, explains why officers responding to a welfare check involving someone known to have multiple firearms must remain especially cautious.
Online fundraisers have been set up to honor legacy of Ryan O’Shea.
Mark Tavern, assistant Professor of practice and coordinator of the Music Industry program, says the surge in sales of CDs is driven by nostalgia, decision fatigue, and the visceral pleasure of owning something that can't be taken away.
People.com published a post capturing how Ryan O’Shea ’27 is being remembered by his classmates.
Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Ophelie Rowe-Allen shared why Ryan O’Shea ’27 Ryan was such a good representative of the University.
The older sister of Ryan O’Shea ’27, Kiera O’Shea, called Ryan her, “number one cheerleader,” who “always had so much love to share.”
The life of Ryan O’Shea ’27 and the legacy he leaves behind was captured by his hockey teammates in heartfelt reflections they shared just hours after his tragic death.
Olena Lennon, a practitioner in residence of National Security, discusses the Trump Administration announcing the U.S. made a deal to acquire Russian diesel.
Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of homeland security, international affairs, national security, and political science, explains that even if a U.S. invasion of Canada is extremely unlikely, the fact that Canadians were preparing was a sign of just how drastically the global order has shifted.
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