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From a study-away experience in Nashville to the control rooms at ESPN, Jessica Despres ’21 transformed her passion for audio into an award-winning career. Her story reflects how openness and networking can shape unexpected opportunities.
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A joint collaboration unveiled at World Football Summit 2025 in Riyadh will support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and build momentum toward the launch of the University’s flagship Sport Management degree at its new Riyadh campus in 2026.
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At the MacDougall–Walker Correctional Institution, graduates of a joint program supported by the University of New Haven’s Prison Education Program and the Yale Prison Education Initiative reflected on the profound power of pursuing higher education behind the walls.
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Charger Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 shares what she’s learned about planning, studying, and taking care of herself during finals.
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Daniel Maxwell, professor of practice in criminal justice, discusses the release of body cam video in an incident in which a police officer is accused of hitting a man 18 times after the man took a swing and hit him.
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Supported by the Bartels family, the Hatfield Scholars Program continues its mission of recognizing students who excel in the classroom and who uplift the Charger community.
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Charger Blogger Beatrice Glaviano ’26 chats with her boyfriend, a fellow Charger, about studying paramedicine, finding balance, and his plans after graduation, while consuming plenty of peanut butter M&Ms.
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Yevgeniya Rivers, associate professor of practice in mathematics and director of the Math Zone, created C.A.K.E.S., Collaborate with Adults and Kids to Ensure Success, to provide birthday cakes to residents of the Life Haven shelter for homeless pregnant women and female heads of household with young children.
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Building off the momentum of becoming the first institution in the world to receive approval to open an international branch campus in Saudi Arabia, the University brought together alumni in Riyadh for a special event, highlighting its active support of higher education in Saudi Arabia for more than 20 years.
In the Media
The University of New Haven’s Bergami Center for Science, Technology, and Innovation was mentioned for its flexibility in creating not only modern classrooms but also shared environments for collaboration and interdisciplinary connections.
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Jeffrey Hunt, assistant director for the Tutoring and Academic Support Center, reflects on the creation of the University’s Learning Assistant mentor program, its success over the past three years, and the national interest it generated at the International Learning Assistant Conference.
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Master of Public Health (MPH) candidates presented capstone research focused on community needs and health equity at the New England Rural Health Association Conference.
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In this personal reflection, Shana-Kay Hyde ’27 shares how her view of motivation changed during her time at the University of New Haven and what helps her stay grounded and consistent.
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Aurora Sherman ’27 and Sharon Varughese ’26 share how competing in the Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition pushed them outside their comfort zones and opened new opportunities. Their reflections highlight how hands-on learning and faculty support help develop skills and influence career directions.
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Jamesha Barrett ’26 MPH reflects on how presenting her research at the American Public Health Association’s Annual Convention and earning a top-student recognition strengthened her confidence, deepened her commitment to health equity, and highlighted the power of community-engaged research at the University of New Haven.
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Beatrice Glaviano ’26, intrepid Charger Blogger, unpacks her reaction to a Vogue article titled ‘Is Having a Boyfriend Embarrassing Now?’ and reflects on how relationships influence our habits and sense of self.
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Panelists from Yale New Haven Health, Gaylord Hospital, and Optimus Healthcare visited the University of New Haven’s School of Health Sciences to discuss the most pressing issues shaping access and affordability in today’s healthcare system.
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With support from a three-year National Science Foundation grant, the University is strengthening connections between faculty innovators and companies that benefit from their expertise.
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From defining the purpose to emailing faculty, here’s a down-to-earth look at diving into a first research project from Beatrice Glaviano ’26.
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Through her senior thesis, Jennifer Arena ’26 is transforming a small patch of land behind Celentano Hall into an ecosystem that invites beneficial insects, inspires sustainability, and connects the University of New Haven to the broader environmental community.