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As part of the University of New Haven’s Sports Leadership Exchange Speaker Series, President Jens Frederiksen hosted business leader and sports executive Marc Lasry, who offered lessons on building strong teams, creating positive culture, and turning passion into long-term success.
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The University of New Haven marked a decade of hosting its Salute to Service event, bringing together student veterans, faculty, staff, and community members for an evening of recognizing service and remembering sacrifices made.
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Constant pressure to stay productive can take a toll on one’s mental, emotional, and physical health. Charger Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 reflects on how redefining rest helped her regain balance and spark motivation.
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Christine Shakespeare, vice provost for policy & program coordinator, shares her family’s background in higher education, including her father, who served as a professor and administrator at Hofstra for 30 years. “Our family was very involved in the lives of students,” she said. She reflected on her career in and out of academia, which included working for the Governor’s Office of Volunteerism in Texas, where she helped launch a statewide initaitve supporting community engagement in higher education. She also discussed the development of Charger 11, which helps students capture and convey the competencies they build as Chargers that are essential to long-term success. In addition, she talked about her role as co-chair of the University’s Commencement Committee and the community-wide involvement it takes to host Commencement on campus. “We all do it together,” she said. “It gives everyone a sense of pride. This is a moment the University has to showcase itself.”
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The University of New Haven created a collaboration with the Norwalk Health Department that led to an immersive workshop that reinforced the importance of nutrition education.
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Women’s rugby player Sereana Vulaona ’27, a criminal justice major, and head coach Emily Record discuss their journeys to the University. Sereana, who only started playing rugby her senior year of high school, joined the show from California, where she is training with the Team USA rugby team. “Sereana works really hard,” said Coach Record. “It is a testament to her work ethic that she is able to go out and perform.” Sereana shared what she enjoys most about being a Charger, and Coach gave an overview of her recruiting pitch, the team and the sport, and the difference between the formats with seven and 15 players on the field as well as what it takes to succeed in rugby.
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New strategic alliance combines academic expertise and cutting-edge digital tools to strengthen regional manufacturing supply chains.
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Charger Blogger Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 highlights the 'unseen' work of campus leaders and shares powerful advice on resilience and mentorship from the Undergraduate Student Government Association’s annual Women’s History Month Phenomenal Women Celebration.
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University of New Haven MPH candidates showcased community-centered and data-driven research at UConn’s Health Equity Symposium. Their work highlights how lived experiences and social determinants shape health outcomes.
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Computer science major Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 reflects on overcoming self-doubt, using campus resources, and finding confidence throughout the internship search process.
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From lab work to late-night reads and everything in between, this is one Charger’s look at navigating stress and pushing forward when things might feel uncertain.
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By expanding access to higher education in correctional facilities, the University of New Haven’s Prison Education Program is fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and meaningful second chances for incarcerated students.
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University of New Haven MPH candidates presented research at the Connecticut Public Health Association’s annual conference, exploring critical issues in community health, behavioral patterns, and health equity.
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Computer Science major Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 reflects on the difference between productivity and truly learning, and how shifting from task completion to deeper engagement can transform study habits and foster long-term success.
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A public health capstone course empowers students to design and lead an evidence-based mental health initiative, building peer-to-peer support and enriching campus awareness and suicide prevention readiness.
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Led by Mehdi Mekni, Ph.D., the University of New Haven is embedding artificial intelligence directly into its Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity to help address Connecticut’s growing workforce demand for AI-enabled cyber professionals. It is supported by a grant from the state’s Tech Talent Accelerator 3.0 program.
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In a candid conversation with President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D., business leader and Nashville SC owner John R. Ingram helped kick off the University’s Sports Leadership Exchange Speaker Series, sharing lessons on leadership, purpose, and building success in the sports world and beyond.
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Competing against top MBA programs nationwide, a three-student team delivered a highly regarded commercialization strategy and gained real-world experience in innovation, finance, and leadership under pressure, competing in the Ivy Mind-to-Market Case Competition.
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Father and daughter Mia Ribellino ’25, ’26 M.S. and George Ribellino ’95 reflected on their shared affinity for being Chargers. “I grew up coming to campus as a kid and always joked it was my dream school,” said Mia, who earned a bachelor’s degree in forensic science and is now pursuing a master’s degree in emergency management. George, a native of Florida, looked back on his involvement as a student, including hosting postgame shows on WNHU and serving as editor of the Charger Bulletin. “I can’t tell you how much this school has done for me,” he said. Remembering the support he received across campus when his mother passed away when he was a student and the lifelong friends he has from his time as a Charger, he added, “It is truly a family. Mia also talked about her work as an RA and highlighted the impact of Enhanced Learning Communities in the residence halls as well as the role faith and community plays in her family. “I’m beaming with pride,” dad said, as Mia responded, “I have a great role model.”
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The University of New Haven has received approval from its accreditor, the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), to establish its campus in Riyadh, scheduled to open in Fall of 2026.
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University of New Haven Announces New Partnership Providing Continuing Education for K-12 School Finance and Operations Personnel Through a new collaboration with the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO), the University of New Haven will provide a series of micro-credential opportunities for members of the education community interested in increasing their knowledge of school business operations.
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The University of New Haven’s Equity in the Media Fellowship program brought together the Charger community, local high schools, and industry professionals to discuss representation and career pathways in the media, offering valuable insight into ever-evolving and competitive industry.
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Ceyda Mumcu ’07 M.S., John R. Gehring Professor and chair of the Department of Sport, Tourism & Hospitality Management, shares her journey from growing up in Turkey, pursuing her passion for basketball, earning a spot on the national team, and playing professionally, to moving to the U.S. to pursue a master’s degree in sport management at the University of New Haven. After pursuing her Ph.D. at the University of Mexico, she returned to the University as a professor. “Once you find a home, you come back,” she said. She outlined her focus on networking and creating opportunities for students to participate in competitions and hands-on learning opportunities from Day One. She also talked about the Pompea College of Business being the first higher education partner with Major League Baseball’s New York Mets and what that means for students.