In the Media: May 2023

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Paul Bleakley, assistant professor of criminal justice, comments on the ethics of TikTok users posting true-crime videos of murder victims, including children, using artificial intelligence to create a first-person recounting of how they died.

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Maurice Cayer, distinguished lecturer and coordinator of the M.S. in Human Resources, comments on how Republican lawmakers view Twitter since Elon Musk purchased the company.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on a drone attack on Moscow, noting that Ukraine has not taken responsibility for the event.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, discusses the negotiations on the debt ceiling between the White House and Congress.

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Lisa Dadio, director of the UniversityӰԭs Center for Advanced Policing and the M.S. in Investigations program coordinator, recounts the 2009 case of Annie Le, who was reported as a missing person just days before her wedding. She was found murdered and buried in a wall of the building where she worked and studied at Yale University. Dadio was a detective with the New Haven Police Department at the time who investigated the case.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments that the slim Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives is not enough to pass a bill on the debt ceiling package and may put Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) in jeopardy.

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John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, comments that inventory, planning, and marketing will play a role in back-to-school shopping, as retailers will use AI to make decisions.

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Tracy Tamborra, professor of criminal justice, comments on how crime and social unrest impact community safety.

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Michael Clark, an adjunct professor of criminal justice, said many victims of the "Trump Bucks" scam may not yet be aware as they are waiting for the results of the 2024 presidential election to cash in.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, discusses some of the political reasons why no agreement has been reached yet on the debt ceiling.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; data and computer science; computer and electrical engineering; and director of the SAIL Lab, discusses artificial intelligence and some of the issues parents should be concerned about for their children on the internet.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses the consequences of the government not reaching an agreement on the debt ceiling before the deadline of June 5.

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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of Marketing and the MBA program, comments on Target's decision to re move certain promotional merchandise for Pride Month.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer of economics and business analytics, comments that any deal on the debt ceiling reached now does not mean it won't be subject to change in the future.

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Amy Baker, professor of psychology and coordinator of the M.A. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, comments on the perceptions and ramifications within a company when a manager is romantically involved with someone who reports to them.

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Bruce Barber, a professional in residence and general manager of WNHU, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of WNHU, Connecticut's #1 college radio station, going on the air.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says it is not a new problem that some police officers cannot afford to live in the communities they serve.

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Maggie Lyon, a practitioner in residence of hospitality and tourism management and nutrition science, was featured in a CNN commentary from her appearance on in February when she discussed food insecurity.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of legal studies and political science, discusses Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's bid to run for president in the 2024 election.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, discusses the one-year mark of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, lessons learned by law enforcement, and what is happening nationally to prevent these tragedies.

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Kenneth Gray, a senior lecturer of criminal justice and homeland security, discusses the case of the missing mother, Jennifer Dulos, marking four years since her disappearance.

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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing and MBA program, comments on the pressure consumers may feel when paying for counter-service food and the question of tipping appears while in front of your server.

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Jan Jones, a lecturer and coordinator for Hospitality and Tourism Management, comments on the cost of traveling this summer and the importance of booking excursions.

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Bruce Barber, a professional in residence and WNHU general manager, comments on the musical career of Tina Turner.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of legal studies and political science, discusses Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's decision to announce his 2024 presidential candidacy on Twitter with Elon Musk.

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Angeli Gianchandani, a practitioner in residence of marketing and the MBA program, explains that small businesses should consider developing a policy to handle customers dissatisfied with their services, or the complaints may end up on social media.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, comments on the town of Avon trying to set a precedent by charging taxes for property owned by Goodwill, a nonprofit organization.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses the impact on the economy and the financial markets if Congress and the White House do not reach a deal on the debt ceiling.

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Audrey Blondin, an adjunct professor of population health and leadership, discusses the FDAӰԭs plan to make over-the-counter birth control pills available for women nationwide.

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Frank Chen, associate professor of finance, comments on the demand for supply-chain financing programs as the Financial Accounting Standards Board's new rule goes into effect.

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John Rosen, an adjunct professor of economics, discusses Venmo now allowing teens to set up accounts, with parentsӰԭ permission, and comments on parental control settings within the app.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; computer and electrical engineering; and data and computer science, discusses the modeling of AGIs (artificial general intelligence) and the complexities of achieving function accurately.

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The University of New Haven was one of the institutions featured in photos from college Commencements across New Haven County this spring.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, discusses why Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is attending the G7 summit with other world leaders.

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Tom Garrett, associate professor and chair of Communication, Film and Media Studies; Paul Falcone, director of studio operations and media production, and some of their students are attending the Cannes Film Festival in France.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses what cryptocurrency is and if it will become a global currency.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments on continuing legal battles involving former President Donald Trump and how this may impact his re-election campaign.

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Michael Clark, an adjunct professor of criminal justice, comments on the report released by special prosecutor John Durham's four-year investigation and claims of a Russia-Trump connection.

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Olena Lennon, a practitioner in residence of national security, comments on why the city of Mariupol is an important strategic target for Russia as the war in Ukraine continues.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments on the expected announcement this week that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will run for the 2024 Republican Presidential nomination.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer of economics and business analytics, comments that neither political party wants to be responsible for defaulting on the nation's debt, as both seem unwilling to compromise.

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Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations, discusses why gambling among college athletes is rising.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments on the upcoming mayoral race in West Haven amid incumbent Mayor Nancy Rossi announcing she will not seek re-election.

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Police Chief Adam Brown '94, '19 M.S., discusses several security measures on and off campus to keep University of New Haven students safe.

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Josephine Moran '01 M.S., '19 EMBA, a member of the UniversityӰԭs Board of Governors, was named President & Chief Executive Officer of Ledyard National Bank.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; computer and electrical engineering; and data and computer science, discusses privacy and security concerns about the latest technology development on the Apple iPhone that can replicate your voice.

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Kenneth Gray, a senior lecturer of criminal justice and homeland security, discusses the latest about the case of a National Guardsman leaking classified intelligence documents and how his superiors were aware of his actions.

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Virginia Maxwell, professor of forensic science, discusses two recent animal cruelty cases involving cats and dogs and how she became involved in investigating these cases.

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Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations, comments on how sports betting in college has become a Ӱԭsilent plagueӰԭ among young athletes.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; computer and electrical engineering; and data and computer science, talks about the latest developments with free, open A.I. and efforts the government is making to try to regulate it.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; data and computer science; computer and electrical engineering; and director of the SAIL Lab, discusses the reasons for a ban on the TikTok app for all federal devices and why it may become a nationwide ban.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on why a dangerous defendant involved in a domestic violence dispute may still be eligible for bail under the current law, even if a restraining order is issued.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, comments on what government services may be impacted if Congress does not act on raising the debt ceiling.

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The University of New Haven was one of first universities in Connecticut that transitioned to online learning very early in the pandemic, a fact mentioned in an op-ed by the Hearst Connecticut Media Editorial Board.

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Lucas Ramadan Ӱԭ16 M.S. is now head of software and data at Inevitable Tech.

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Sheryl Golub Ӱԭ92 M.A. has partnered with Lexicon Strategies as a consultant in their Washington, D.C. office.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments that policies for emergency housing may go beyond politics as usual.

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Declan Hill, associate professor of investigations, comments on the impact of the legalization of sports betting since the Supreme Court overturned the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act five years ago.

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Audrey Blondin, an adjunct professor of population health and leadership, responds to questions about the Supreme Court's upcoming decision on the FDA's approval of mifepristone.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, discusses the consequences if the U.S. were to default on its debt if both sides of the aisle cannot agree to a deal.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments on the reaction to the town hall forum in New Hampshire featuring former President Donald Trump that was hosted by CNN.

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Lisa Dadio, director of the University's Center for Advanced Policing and the M.S. in Investigations program coordinator, is part of a panel discussion on the case of Lori Vallow Daybell, who is currently on trial for the murder of her two children.

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Jeffrey Treistman, assistant professor and chair of national security, comments on former President Donald Trump's plan, if he were re-elected in 2024, to withdraw U.S. assistance to Ukraine to end the war.

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Robert Powers, associate professor of forensic science and toxicology, comments on the final police and toxicology report regarding the crash that killed Rep. Quentin Williams, whose car was struck by a wrong-way driver.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, talks about the origins of the Red Flag Gun Law, which was passed in 1999 after being authored by Lawlor while a state representative in Connecticut.

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Melissa Whitson, professor and chair of the M.A. in Community Psychology program, comments on what questions parents should consider when threats of violence close their children's schools.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on the merits of suing for defamation of character in politics.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on Britain's delivery of Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine that can strike deep into Russian territory.

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James Mohs, associate professor of accounting and taxation, explains what will happen to citizens nationwide if the U.S. were to default on its debt.

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Jeffrey Treistman, assistant professor and chair of national security, responds to claims made by former President Donald Trump that, if he was elected, the war in Ukraine would be settled in 24 hours. His claim was made during a CNN Town Hall in New Hampshire.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on mall security being able to recognize red flags, saying they have options if something happens that may pose a safety concern.

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Pavani Rangachari, professor and director of the Master of Healthcare Administration Program, discusses the federal government ending health insurance protection for those with COVID.

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Joe Soto, lecturer and director of the Paramedicine program, was commended by West Haven Mayor Nancy Rossi for the city being named a HEARTSafe community by the State of Connecticut Department of Health and the American Heart Association.

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Renée Allen, an adjunct professor of hospitality and tourism, describes three wines that are accented with floral notes.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, discusses the arrest of Republican U.S. Representative George Santos on a 13-count indictment. Crouse noted that Santos could still serve in Congress even if he were convicted and sentenced to prison.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer of economics and business analytics, comments on the litigation between Walt Disney World and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis regarding who has the authority over land development near the theme park.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses the fee change on Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae mortgages that will favor those with lower credit scores and raise fees for high-credit score borrowers.

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Evan Barbara '23 was sworn in as a West Hartford police officer during a ceremony this week.

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Michael Kronick '13 M.S. will retire as fire chief for the Town of Westport after 25 years of service and become a fire control officer with the DEEP.

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Robert Albright, chair and professor of management, says it is not illegal for unions to ask for ӰԭCommon GoodӰԭ proposals that are outside the scope of education, as a teacher strike in Oakland, CA, enters its third day.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, comments that issues resolving the debt ceiling occur when different political parties control the White House and the House. However, he predicts that neither will allow it to become catastrophic.

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Kenneth Gray, a senior lecturer of criminal justice and homeland security, comments after a mass shooting at a mall in Allen, Texas, that malls and shopping centers may be soft targets for gun violence as there is no security screening to enter.

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

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Robert Sanders, a senior lecturer of national security, comments on the upcoming expiration of Title 42, which allowed the expulsion of migrants entering the country illegally during the pandemic, who were seeking asylum at the border.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, says that although Connecticut has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, people should remain vigilant and report to the police any person who may be a danger to themselves or others under the state's "Red Flag" law.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on what could be contributing to the recent shootings of people making non-threatening mistakes, adding to gun violence.

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William Carbone, a distinguished lecturer of criminal justice, says the law is clear that bullying within the school system, including physical and psychological abuse, must be reported and investigated.

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Maria Tcherni-Buzzeo, associate professor and director of the Ph.D. program in Criminal Justice, comments on how Democrats and Republicans could work together on policies to reintegrate people who have served time in prison that will also keep others safe in the community.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, comments that if the accusations of bribery against then Vice President Joe Biden were true, the 2020 Trump campaign would have uncovered them.

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Brian Marks, senior lecturer of economics and business analytics, comments that the labor market strength this month may cause action by the Federal Reserve to raise rates again in light of the issues in the banking sector in an effort to control inflation.

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Kenneth Gray, a senior lecturer of criminal justice and homeland security, comments on the 2019 murder of Christine Holloway, whose 1-year-old daughter Vanessa Morales disappeared that night, as Jose Morales, the father, has been charged with the murder, but he has not disclosed what happened to Vanessa.

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Michael Lawlor, associate professor of criminal justice, comments on new initiatives for hiring police officers, including how law enforcement works within the community.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, comments on how the global market and OPEC control the price of gas.

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Robert McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, discusses the importance of parents and caregivers being aware, monitoring social media accounts for young children and teens, and having conversations about the potential dangers of predators online.

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William Carbone, a distinguished lecturer of criminal justice, suggests parents and caregivers should monitor the social media sites that young teens and children use, as online predators can easily victimize them.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on Russian President Vladimir Putin's accusation of the U.S. directing a drone strike that hit the Kremlin.

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Robert McDonald, a lecturer of criminal justice, suggests parents and caregivers should monitor the social media accounts of young children and teens, as they can be lured into dangerous situations by online predators.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, discusses UkraineӰԭs and Russia's tactics and describes what each side may need for a decisive turn in the war.

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Lisa Dadio, director of the University's Center for Advanced Policing and the M.S. in Investigations program coordinator, discusses criminal cases utilizing video camera footage and cell phone tracking software, as investigators search for evidence to help solve homicide investigations.

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Brian Marks, a senior lecturer in the Department of Economics and Business Analytics, discusses the decision by the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates a quarter point and the impact on the economy nationwide.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, comments on a 14-year-old who used his father's gun in an attack at a school in Serbia, a country that has not seen a mass murder in more than ten years.

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Vahid Behzadan, assistant professor of cybersecurity; data and computer science; computer and electrical engineering; and director of the SAIL Lab, discusses the pros and cons of artificial intelligence, including the potential of an overreliance on using these tools.

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Patrick Gourley, associate professor of economics and business analytics, says itӰԭs a good time for businesses to review their Covid-related policies and determine whether they should be continued in the future.

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Betsy Francis-Connolly, dean of the School of Health Sciences, says most museums and art venues in Connecticut can accommodate patrons with special needs. Still, she suggests increased involvement of families and other healthcare professionals in continuing to create inclusive and accessible spaces and performances.

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Eva Sapi, professor and coordinator of the M.S. in Cellular & Molecular Biology, discusses her career researching Lyme disease and training more than 100 graduate students looking to find a cure.

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University of New Haven officials have announced a collaboration with Caribbean Medical Schools for students to pursue careers in the medical and veterinary fields.

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Bridget Brosnahan, a lecturer of forensic science and investigations, discusses how the investigation into a cold case from nearly 50 years ago has identified remains, but the question remains of who killed 18-year-old Patricia Newson.

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Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of political science and legal studies, says House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been consistent in his position on Ukraine, after a Russian reporter suggested he doesn't support unlimited and uncontrolled supplies of weapons and aid.

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David Sacco, a practitioner in residence of finance, discusses the takeover of First Republic Bank by JP Morgan Chase and what can cause a run on a bank.

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Susan Campbell, a distinguished lecturer of communications, film, and media studies, wrote an op-ed sharing words of advice for the Class of 2023.

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Dr. Henry Lee, renowned forensic scientist and founder of the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science, is profiled for the start of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

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Matthew Schmidt, associate professor of international affairs, national security, and political science, discusses the expected upcoming Ukrainian counter-offensive strike on Russian troops.

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West Haven Mayor Nancy Rossi led a swearing in ceremony as Michael Gallagher becomes the newest University of New Haven police officer. Police Chief Adam Brown, Deputy Chief Brett Mahoney, Christopher Reed, executive director of fire, environmental and workplace safety, and University Police Officer Thomas Gallagher, MichaelӰԭs father, were in attendance.