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Incoming Student Looks Forward to Making an Impact in the Classroom and on the Field

A cybersecurity major, Kenny Franquiz ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™24 is excited to join the University of New Haven community and for the opportunities heÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™ll have as a student-athlete.

February 14, 2020

By Renee Chmiel, Office of Marketing and Communications

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Kenny Franquiz ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™24 is excited to be a student-athlete at the University of New Haven.

Kenny Franquiz ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™24 is looking forward to beginning his career as a student at the University of New Haven in the fall. The Bellmore, New York native is passionate about baseball, and he is especially excited to be a student-athlete.

"Having the opportunity to play at the University is something I have worked very hard to achieve," he said. "With the help of Coach and the entire staff, I really think the future is bright for the Chargers baseball team."

Franquiz will officially join Charger Nation in the fall as a member of the UniversityÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™s Class of 2024. The University is active across the country and around the globe recruiting what promises to be another high-quality class. February 15 is the Early Action II deadline to apply to join the incoming class, and March 1 is the priority deadline for regular decision applicants.

"Hopefully everything I learn both on and off the field can help me reach this goal."Kenny Franquiz ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ™24

Franquiz chose the University of New Haven because he believed it was the right fit for him ÐÓ°ÉÔ­°æ“ academically and athletically. An incoming cybersecurity major, he is looking forward to entering a field with a wide range of opportunities and career possibilities.

"I could not be more excited about my major," he said. "I hope to work with a growing company where my skills and attributes can be used to make a positive impact. Hopefully everything I learn both on and off the field can help me reach this goal."