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University of New Haven lecturer Shawn Persinger discusses his new book, “Creative Rhythms for Melodic Instruments or Think Like a Drummer,” which blends his lifelong passion for music with an innovative approach to teaching, composing, and creativity.
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With the support of a National Science Foundation award, Hao Sun, Ph.D., assistant professor of chemistry at the University of New Haven, is helping to rethink how plastics are made, used, and recycled, while also mentoring the next generation of scientists.
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Dominic Marchall ’26 shares what it was like attending the Tow Youth Justice Institute’s Pathways to Success conference and the powerful voices that shaped the experience.
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A dedicated group of students from the University of New Haven Robotics Club placed 13th in the world at the 2025 University Rover Challenge—outperforming teams from some of the top engineering schools in the country.
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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.
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Jeffery Hazell ’83, ’10 Hon., shares the motivation behind his $5 million gift to support Charger Athletics moving to Division I. President Jens Frederiksen commented on the impact of the transformational commitment.
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Nagasree Garapati, assistant professor of chemical engineering, Kristine Horvat, assistant professor of chemical engineering, and Amna Al-Azdee ’27, will be honored for their achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at the 20th annual Women of Innovation® awards, hosted by the Connecticut Technology Council (CTC).
University News
Transformational commitment from longstanding benefactor represents the single largest individual contribution to the University’s Athletics program.
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Angela Mercaldi ’25 turned her passion for engineering and drive as a student-athlete into a full-time role at Pratt & Whitney. Her story is one of persistence, mentorship, and finding passion through hands-on experience.
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A successful networking mixer and national accreditation highlight a semester of progress and community-building for the University of New Haven’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program.
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With six wins and three honorable mentions, University of New Haven students were recognized by the Boston/New England Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for their exceptional storytelling, direction, cinematography, and editing across fiction and nonfiction films.
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While closing the book on another productive academic year, staff and faculty gathered to celebrate their hard work, dedication, energy, and enthusiasm that make every year a success here at Charger Nation.
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A virtual Capture the Flag event sponsored by the University of New Haven’s Connecticut Institute of Technology and its Hacking Club drew more than 2,500 participations and awarded nearly $50,000 in prizes. Ronal Scarpa ’25, ’26 M.S. reflects on organizing this high-impact cybersecurity competition.
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Two University of New Haven students share how presenting their research at the Pennsylvania Economic Association’s Conference helped them grow as scholars and problem-solvers, deepening their commitment to tackling real-world policy issues.
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Communications major Gabriella Pinto ’26 shares how an extra-credit assignment became an award-winning piece and a personal turning point.
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The University of New Haven’s Charlie’s Chargers finished third and earned the Spirit Award at the Canal Dock Boathouse’s 8th Annual Dragon Boat Regatta, blending school spirit, teamwork, and community connection.
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Nipson K C ’25 M.S. introduced the Hult Prize, often referred to as the Nobel Prize for students, to the University of New Haven, establishing the University’s participation in the business- and innovation-driven social-impact initiative from the ground up.
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Professor Jamie Luckhardt, MPH, CHES, has made it her mission to strengthen the partnership between the University and the local health industry, as well as provide her students with real-world learning opportunities.
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Melissa Whitson, Ph.D. was presented the University’s William L. Bucknall Excellence in Teaching Award and Achilles Atticus Callahan Beumel ’26 received the Bucknall Family Undergraduate Research or Experiential Learning Award.
University News
Paul Lavoie, Connecticut’s current chief manufacturing officer, will begin his tenure at the University in July. In this capacity, he will oversee the creation of the University’s new Research and Development (R&D) Park. The R&D Park will provide companies with direct access to student talent, cutting-edge research, and pioneering innovation opportunities.