In the Media: July 2022

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Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigation services, talks about the actions of hate groups in Connecticut and how they differ from terrorist groups.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cyber security, computer and electrical engineering, talks about the odds of winning one of the biggest jackpots in Mega MillionsӰԭ history.

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A.J. Greene '20 has become an internet sensation since his days of playing football for the Chargers. His time starring on the blue and gold turf at DellaCamera Stadium played a big role in him becoming one of the leading football social media content creators in the world.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, wrote an op-ed on how the overturning of Roe V. Wade could lead to overturning the Respect for Marriage Act, which legally recognizes same-sex marriages.

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Howard Stoffer, professor of national security and international affairs, talks about why Speaker Nancy Pelosi taking a trip to Taiwan against the advice of the President of the United States may cause an international incident by China.

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Kevin Barnes-Ceeney, assistant professor of criminal justice, discusses a tragic murder-suicide in Danbury and the triggers that can lead to these incidents.

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John Rosen, adjunct professor of economics, talks about the student loan payment pause that will end on August 31, unless the President extends the pause on payments for what would be the fifth time.

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Demissew Ejara, associate professor of accounting, finance, and marketing, comments that the economic outlook may not reach the point of a recession if the Senate can pass a bill on incentives for the construction of new semiconductor factories.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, comments on what oil prices might look like at this time next year, as inflation hits a 40-year high.

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Demissew Ejara, associate professor of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about the debate over the word recession and if the country is in a recession or headed for one.

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John Rosen, adjunct professor of economics, talks about what the GDP is, what it measures, and how it impacts consumers, and discusses the term stagflation.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, comments on how the earnings from major oil companies may react in Q3.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, comments on the GDP decreasing for the second consecutive quarter.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on why Hollywood studios are no longer interested in appeasing the Chinese Communist Party, losing the second largest film audience in the world to censorship.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about why the Federal Reserve raised interest rates and the impact on consumers.

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Andrew Stavrides '11, '22 MPA has been promoted to deputy chief of the North Haven Police Department.

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James Flynn '02 M.S. was named principal at Lincoln Middle School in Meriden, CT.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about the Federal Reserve's announcement on the interest rate three-quarters of a point and the impact on consumers.

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Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, investigative affairs, and homeland security, says it can be very dangerous to confront someone who is stealing, as the thieves could be armed and attack.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, talks about the grain deal between Russia and Ukraine that allowed the ships to leave the Ukrainian city of Odesa following Russian missiles hitting the port.

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Robert Healey, a senior lecturer of fire science, says that when an electric-powered vehicle catches fire, it is difficult for firefighters to extinguish it, as doing so requires significant amounts of water, causing the chemicals to be dispersed into the ground.

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Anthony Santella, professor, and director of the Doctor of Health Science Program comments on the symptoms of monkeypox, how it is spread, and how to avoid infection.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, had his recent interview on the Russia-Ukraine grain deal and the Russian missile strike that followed added to CNNӰԭs list of stories that get people up to speed on the news.

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Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, talks about Russian President Vladimir Putin taking his first trip abroad since the invasion of Ukraine.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses a Connecticut Supreme Court ruling that anyone under 18 years old given a lengthy prison term is entitled to a reconsideration of that sentence.

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Jackie Vancour '17 M.A. has been named data engagement specialist at the Connecticut Data Collaborative, the state's leading advocate for data literacy, public access to data, and data-informed decision-making.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and criminal justice, talks about how Russia attacked the port city of Odesa. There is a 40-million-ton grain shortage worldwide and while Ukraine is expected to export 25 million tons of grain, Ӱԭwe are still facing a food crisis this fall,Ӱԭ he says.

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Rachel Dowty-Beech, assistant professor of emergency management, talks about staying cool during the recent heat waves across the country.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, comments on how the three largest oil field services companies will have some short-term volatility due to Russian suppliers limiting its oil and gas distribution.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, gives a detailed interview on why the top paid employees in Hartford are all police officers. This is not just happening in Connecticut, he explains, but nationwide.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, says following the Jan. 6 hearings, 'My big takeaway is that Donald Trump is able to do what he does because he's a gaslighter. Trump is a master gaslighter.'

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, advises on the pros and cons of debt consolidation loans.

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Michael Urban, senior lecturer and program director for the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, discusses the health issues that can result from poor posture.

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Bobby McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, explains what sextortion is and how parents can help their teens avoid this trap.

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Dan Maxwell, a lecturer in criminal justice, talks about the Crime Scene Investigation Academy at the University of New Haven that is offered to high school students interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice or forensic science.

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The University of New Haven and New England Brewing Co., are sponsoring the Savin Rock Festival in Old Grove Park on Friday and Saturday, July 29-30.

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Michele Smallidge, lecturer and director of the B.S. in Exercise Science Program, advises how to add swimming to a long-term exercise program for weight loss and health benefits.

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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence for marketing and the MBA program, says that having a high-profile fashion designer come to Connecticut can inspire others to join him here.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on a police departmentӰԭs decision to arrest a suspect wanted on multiple outstanding warrants in a public park.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, political science, and international affairs, talks about Ukrainian first lady Olena ZelenskaӰԭs speech to U.S. Congress asking for aid to her country.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about a suspect who, while out on bail, shot a police officer at point-blank range during a traffic stop.

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Nicholas Marcucio Ӱԭ20 M.S. has been promoted to captain with the New Haven Police Department.

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Jeffrey Debies-Carl, associate professor of sociology and psychology, comments on several online community groups that choose to be anti-car.

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Lisa Dadio, associate dean of the Lee College, senior lecturer, and director of the Center for Advanced Policing, talks about a suspect going to trial for the disappearance of Kristen Smart, who has been missing since 1996, and her body has never been found.

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Michael Urban, a senior lecturer, and director of the Doctorate of Occupational Therapy, comments on the effects of mental health when dealing with debt and resources available for those seeking assistance.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses a new state law targeting recidivism and getting services for juveniles repeatedly caught stealing cars.

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Dan Maxwell, a lecturer in criminal justice, talks about the Crime Scene Investigation Academy at the University of New Haven for high school students interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice or forensic science.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments that Uvalde officers did have the correct procedures to an active shooter on paper. Still, when the plan needed to be put into practice, the officers did not follow the protocols.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says there has been a positive impact of gas prices dropping has helped with rising inflation prices, but will not be maintained for long.

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Bobby McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, talks about the video release of showing the response of police officers who rushed to the scene of a shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, TX.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, comments on the financial network Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication or Swift, and the repercussions of cutting off Russia from accessing its accounts entirely.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about over-the-counter birth control pills being considered by the FDA that could increase access for women should states ban contraceptives.

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Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer in criminal justice, investigative services, and homeland security, talks about the arrests of five people in Connecticut accused of running a drug operation tied to a Mexican cartel.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses the internal investigation into the Uvalde mass shooting, the police response, and missed red flags.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence for finance, comments on Invown, a company that allows small investors to fund real estate projects.

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John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, says having the government step in and offer monetary relief may not be the best solution to address rising food costs.

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The owners of The Plate restaurant will be opening a second location, called The Side Plate, on the ground floor of The Atwood, a mixed-used private development adjacent to the University of New Haven campus that features housing for students.

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Robert Powers, associate professor of forensic science, talks about a massive supply of fentanyl pills that were seized and how synthetic precursors make it easy to replicate the deadly drug outside the United States.

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Jessica Holzer, assistant professor and director of the B.S. in Health Science program, talks about how the lack of employees for maternity wards in parts of the state may cause expectant mothers to travel more than 30 minutes for care.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, talks about Russia striking the city of Vinnytsia in central Ukraine, killing at least 23 people, including three children.

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Shaily Menon, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and vice provost of interdisciplinary initiatives, talks about four new certificate programs that provide education on opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, discusses the latest inflation report and what drives the CPI.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on the number of guns in circulation versus responsible gun owners.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, comments that those earning $250,000 or more spend more and may acquire more debt.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments that the rise in the stateӰԭs prison population is due to several factors, including a backlog of court cases since COVID began.

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The University of New Haven, in collaboration with SphereGen, Arsome, and Pleiadian, will develop an embedded game design and simulation development program, enabling students to develop and leverage skills in augmented and virtual reality.

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Austin Frank Ӱԭ21 MA, led a four-person crew to help clean and repair Edgewood Park trails in New Haven.

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Kenneth Gray, lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, talks about a public service announcement in New York that offers tips in the event of a nuclear strike.

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Joseph Soto, a lecturer in the paramedicine program, discusses underlying heart conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest for young teens if it goes undetected.

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Leah Hartman, chair of accounting, finance, and marketing, talks about the Consumer Price Index reaching 9.1 percent over the last year and offers tips for managing consumer budgets.

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Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, wrote an op-ed on what Russian President Vladimir is looking for to end the war with Ukraine Ӱԭ a new world order.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says there needs to be clear guidance and training when a person transported by New Haven police appears to need medical assistance.

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Shaily Menon, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and vice provost for interdisciplinary initiatives, talks about four new certificate programs that provide education on opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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Sujee Saparamadu Ӱԭ94 was named one of the 25 most experienced and influential leaders in the software industry in New Jersey.

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Nikodem Poplawski, professor of physics, talks about how James Webb's telescope technology achieved dramatic pictures of space that are deeper than ever before.

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Bobby McDonald, a lecturer in criminal justice, discusses Valley Transit Authority mass shooting in 2021 by a disgruntled employee that left nine people dead and the recent arrest of another VTA employee for an alleged threat of gun violence over a company policy.

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John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, talks about major retailers offering discounts, explain, though, that inflation and high gas prices are making consumers rethink purchases.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of national security, international affairs, and political science, talks about the assassination of Shinzo Abe, former P.M. of Japan, and Boris Johnson's exit as P.M. of Great Britain.

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Peter Valentin, a senior lecturer of forensic science, discusses the effort to develop new standards by the Organization of Scientific Area Committees. While the process can be contentious, it's essential to have the right professional standards in place.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of legal studies and political science, discusses the mid-term elections in November and what will be the critical issues for voters.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of legal studies and political science, answers a viewerӰԭs questions on executive orders on The New Normal.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of legal studies and political science, answers this viewerӰԭs questions on the Constitution on The New Normal.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of legal studies and political science, answers this viewerӰԭs questions on the Supreme Court on The New Normal.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of legal studies and political science, answers this viewerӰԭs questions on Supreme Court opinions on The New Normal.

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Kenneth Gray, senior lecturer of criminal justice, homeland security, and investigative services, discusses the extremist groups that took part in the Jan. 6 riots and how membership in these groups tripled in size after the insurrection.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments that at least 90 state attorney generals and district attorneys have signed a statement refusing to enforce criminal penalties for abortions done in a state with a safe haven law.

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Bradley Woodworth, associate professor of history, discusses the latest developments in Ukraine and how Russia continues to raise the rhetoric and wage attacks.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about the bipartisan Safer Community Act that aims to address gun violence across the country, explaining that Connecticut has already implemented most of these laws at the state level.

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The University of New Haven and the California-based cannabis education company Green Flower are collaborating on four certificate programs that provide education on opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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The University of New Haven participated in the Follow Money Fight Slavery Summit, hosted by the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII).

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Beth Merkin, a lecturer of criminal justice, talks about why WNBA star Britney Griner would plead guilty to drug charges in Russia and examines whether the President of the United States would intercede.

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John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, explains that the type of gun used to assassinate former P.M. Shinzo Abe was an improvised firearm.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, explains why the latest job numbers as only a small part of the economic picture for the country.

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Jeffery Debies-Carl, associate professor of sociology, says the most effective way to make people feel safer is to have additional security at outdoor events, rather than allowing a few recent incidents to shut down society.

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Bobby McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, says whistle-blowing and unauthorized disclosures are two completely different terms used when confidential information is revealed.

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Lisa Dadio, senior lecturer, assistant dean of the Lee College, and director of the Center for Advanced Policing, talks about a lawyer whose murder conviction was overturned in the shooting death of his wife.

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Jessica Holzer, assistant professor and director of the B.S. in Health Sciences program, talks about how the smallpox vaccine is helping with some monkeypox cases that are not as dangerous to one's health.

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Lisa Dadio, senior lecturer, assistant dean of the Lee College, and director of the Center for Advanced Policing, talks about a case in which a sixteen-year-old autistic girl who is now missing may have been using an app to talk to adult males.

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The University of New Haven and the California-based cannabis education company Green Flower are collaborating on four certificate programs that provide education on opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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The University of New Haven and the California-based cannabis education company Green Flower are collaborating on four certificate programs that provide education on opportunities in the cannabis industry.

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The University of New Haven is among sworn law enforcement agencies in the state that must have body and in-car cameras as part of the Police Transparency and Accountability law.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics, talks about the demand and supply curve for gas and the recent price decreasing slightly.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, political science, and national security, comments on the assassination of former P.M. Shinzo Abe and how Chinese media viewed him as a controversial figure.

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John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, says law enforcement agencies need a database to develop best practices to better serve their communities.

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Anthony Santella, professor, and director of the Doctor of Health Sciences Program, says that although not everyone is eligible for the fourth Covid shot, newer vaccines will be coming out in the next few months, with a booster dose specific to the newest variants.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, says the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates due to the recent jobs reports showing the labor market remains strong.

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Steven H. Kaplan, Ph.D., chancellor and CEO, and Sheahon Zenger, Ph.D., interim president, were part of an article on how the UniversityӰԭs innovative leadership transition will guide it into the future.

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Anthony Santella, professor, and director of the Doctor of Health Sciences Program, talks about the spread of monkeypox and who should be getting the vaccine.

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Jessica Holzer, assistant professor and director of the B.S. in Health Sciences program, talks about the symptoms of monkeypox and how it can be contracted.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says determining whether an incident in which an adult pushed a biracial child off a bike is a hate crime should be decided by prosecutors after reviewing all of the evidence in the case.

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The University is implementing an innovative leadership transition plan that will enable it to continue to grow, build on the momentum of its rich success, and strengthen its position as a financially sound, highly regarded, comprehensive University.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses how red flags and background checks were missed involving the alleged mass shooter at a July 4th parade in Illinois.

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Shaily Menon, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and vice provost for interdisciplinary initiatives, discusses the UniversityӰԭs new collaboration with Green Flower to offer cannabis education certificate programs.

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Nikolas Stasulli, assistant professor of biology and environmental science, comments on why viruses remain stable when attached to waterborne microplastics.

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Victor Markiw, a distinguished lecturer of music, will perform a concert to benefit the people of Ukraine on Sunday, July 24, at 4 p.m.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer and executive director of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program and an instructor in the Health Administration and Policy department, talks about the legal ramifications for women in states where an abortion is now illegal.

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Maria Tcherni-Buzzeo, associate professor of criminal justice, says while other violent juvenile crimes are down, homicides by juveniles with guns are up.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, says that Russian President Vladimir Putin needs to have Ӱԭa winӰԭ in the Donbas to continue to have support from his government to keep fighting.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, discusses a possible recession and how consumers can manage their budgets with the current inflation prices.

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Kathleen deCastro Ӱԭ96 MA was named vice president of human resources and chief people diversity officer by ISO-NE.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on the shooting of Jayland Walker, who was pulled over for an equipment problem on his vehicle that turned into a high-speed chase, ending with police shooting him more than 60 times.

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Princess Haifa bint Mohammed '08 has been appointed Saudi Arabia's deputy minister of tourism by King Salman.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says it is vital for the Akron Police Department to be as transparent as possible to determine the sequence of events in the fatal shooting of Jayland Walker.

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Victor Rodriguez, chair of political science and legal studies, talks about the U.S. Constitution in advance of the Independence Day.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cyber security, computer and electrical engineering, discusses the inherent risks of using an app that tracks your personal information, such as a woman's menstrual cycle, in the wake of Roe v. Wade.

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David Myers, chair of criminal justice, says multiple factors, including the 'Great Resignation' for many professionals across the nation, are causing a shortage in police officers.

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John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, and David Myers, chair of criminal justice, are working with the Farmington Police Department and several other departments to analyze police-involved shootings and some of the variables in officer responses.

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Nikodem Poplawski, professor of physics, talks about a theory that the universe was spit out from the bottom end of a black hole.

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The University is implementing an innovative leadership transition plan that will enable it to continue to grow, build on the momentum of its rich history of success, and strengthen its position as a financially sound, highly regarded, comprehensive University.

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The University is implementing an innovative leadership transition plan that will enable it to continue to grow, build on the momentum of its rich history of success, and strengthen its position as a financially sound, highly regarded, comprehensive University.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, discusses a letter Gov. Lamont sent to businesses in states that have now banned or limited abortions, inviting them to relocate to Connecticut.

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Renee Allen, an adjunct professor of hospitality and tourism, recommends some summer wines for the grilling season.

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A.M. Bhatt, a practitioner in residence of psychology, talks about how his nonprofit District Arts & Education teaches career and life skills as a way to give back to the New Haven community.

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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing and the MBA program, comments on how companies should have a communication plan for employees, shareholders, and customers to show compassion for the sudden loss of a chief executive officer.

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The University of New Haven is one of seven higher education institutions in Connecticut participating in a grant providing training in cybersecurity, virtual modeling, software development, and digital analytics for technology jobs.

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The University of New Haven is highlighted as one of several colleges in Connecticut that offer a biomedical engineering program. This profession is expected to grow, adding 1,400 new jobs annually, with a starting salary of $92K.

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Ronnell Higgins '06 was named the inaugural associate vice president for public safety and community engagement at Yale University.