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Beloved Professor Encourages University of New Haven’s Class of 2026 to ‘Be Grateful, Bold, and Generous’

Longtime professor, campus minister, and alumnus Martin J. O’Connor ’76, Hon. ’26 inspired the University of New Haven’s newest graduates with a heartfelt Commencement address centered on gratitude, courage, and service. The University also celebrated Prof. O’Connor’s decades of impact on the Charger community with the presentation of an honorary doctorate and the announcement of a new endowed scholarship in his name.

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Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 23: Jan Jones Returns

Jan Jones, associate professor of practice in hospitality and tourism management, and the highest rated guest in Charger 360 history, returns to the show to for the finale of season 4 to turn the tables and interview hosts Bruce Barber and J.W. Stewart.  J.W. explained the inexplicable: never having a cup of coffee and experienced his first cup of joe on the show. Both Bruce and J.W. shared their most embarrassing (learning) moments, which for Bruce occurred early in his radio career and J.W. during his first year at ESPN. J.W. reflected on the advice several ESPN luminaries offered that has stayed with him throughout his career. They also discussed their shared love of lobster and offered their own messages of positivity.