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.
University News
During the University’s first-ever virtual Commencement, graduates were commended for the resilience and perseverance they have shown throughout the coronavirus global pandemic. The University is planning to hold an in-person ceremony in December.
August 18, 2020
University of New Haven President Steven H. Kaplan, Ph.D., told graduates during the University’s recent virtual Commencement that they have shown “admirable and exemplary” resilience in responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
“I am confident that the valuable skills you’ve learned and the mindset you’ve developed as you navigated these unprecedented times will serve you well throughout your lives,” he said. “While the impact of global crises such as the pandemic is largely out of our control, what we can control is our response.”
Resilience was a theme of the ceremony, during which more than 800 undergraduate and 400 graduate students were presented their degrees virtually. Graduates submitted photos that were included in the ceremony video.
Each dean shared a special message with the graduates of their colleges/schools. Ronald Harichandran, Ph.D., dean of the University’s Tagliatela College of Engineering, recognized the challenges that students have faced because of the pandemic, as well as the promise of what lies ahead.
“We commend you for persevering through remote learning,” he said. “It has been our privilege to facilitate your education over the last several years, and we wish you every success as you pursue your next step. You will forever be an alum of the University of New Haven.”
Reflection was another important theme of the ceremony. Summer McGee, Ph.D., dean of the University’s School of Health Sciences, told students that Commencement is an opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a University of New Haven graduate.
“You are a group of students who have shown that you are able to persevere, to be resilient, and to accomplish amazing things, even during incredibly challenging and dynamic times,” she said. “You are entering a time in our global society where healthcare matters even more than ever, and you are going to have the ability to make a difference in whatever profession you choose to pursue.”
Graduates also reflected on their time as Chargers, remembering some of their favorite experiences in and out of the classroom.
“I have grown into much more of a leader than I could have ever imagined,” said Grace Hancox '20, '21 M.S., who earned a degree in forensic science and will begin her master’s degree at the University this fall. “I feel that the opportunities I’ve had have given me a glimpse into my future and, thus, have better prepared me for success.”
As part of the ceremony, Rebecca Johnson, M.A., former vice president for student affairs and dean of students who recently retired after four decades as a devoted member of the University community, received an honorary degree. Johnson touched the lives of countless students in her many roles at the University. During the virtual ceremony for the Lee College, Dr. Henry C. Lee was celebrated for his impending retirement later this month after 45 years with the University.
Rohan Tucker '20, who earned a degree in business management, is looking forward to beginning his career this fall at PwC, a leading firm that serves 85 percent of global Fortune 500 companies.
"The University of New Haven prepared me for success by equipping me with the analytical, communication, and technical skills that are highly sought after in the modern workforce," he said. "Throughout my time at the University, I have learned how to look at situations holistically in order to craft tailored solutions that benefit everyone involved."
Students, faculty, and staff are also looking forward to celebrating the Class of 2020 at the University’s in-person Commencement ceremony that is scheduled for December 13 at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, Conn.
“You have worked very hard to get to this point, growing in your area of study, but just as importantly, growing as a person,” said Michael Rossi, Ph.D., interim dean of the University’s College of Arts and Sciences. “As you go forth, I anticipate you will continue to be a source of pride to the University. I hope these are lessons that extend beyond the classroom and into the rest of your life. They are qualities that will make you a truly successful individual.”
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.