Associate Professor Matthew Schmidt discusses ZelenskyӰԭs "victory plan" for Ukraine. He conducted the live interview with BBC News from the classroom with some of his national security students.
Charger Spotlights
What makes the University of New Haven outstanding? Our people. Charger Nation is made up of hard-working students, talented faculty, devoted staff, and generous donors who all share a passion for the University and a desire to make a difference.
Michelle Fabiani, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Explores Looting Risk Factors at Egyptian Archaeological Sites.
Kelly Quigley Ӱԭ18
Scoring a Global Career in Sports Management
Byungik Chang, Ph.D.
Professor Wins Prestigious Award from Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers
Krupa Ann Mathew Ӱԭ24 MPH
Grad Receives Prestigious Public Health Award
Ashanti Truelsen Ӱԭ23, Ӱԭ24 MBA
Turning Athletic Passion into a Thriving Career at NBCUniversal
Courtney McNelis Ӱԭ23
From Transfer Student to Talent Specialist: An AlumnaӰԭs Journey from the University of New Haven to BIC
Josie Schmidt Ӱԭ22
Charger Alumni at the Forefront of Building Professional WomenӰԭs Sports League from the Ground Up
Alisha Thapa Ӱԭ24 MPH
Graduate Students, Community Health System Collaborate on Research Published in Prestigious Public Health Journal
Bradley Woodworth, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of History Dr. Bradley Woodworth helped showcase the UniversityӰԭs expertise and global reach as he organized an international conference with Yale.
Jack Berkowitz '24
"As a seasoned tax professional having worked in the field of taxes for more than two decades, I found the University of New Haven graduate taxation program to be a fulfilling and satisfying experience."
Carla Robles-Vega Ӱԭ25
As a dependent of a veteran, IӰԭve seen how difficult it can be to access resources and support from the VA, because the process is not always clear. The Military & Veterans Service office at the University helps tremendously in this area.
Pedro Gonzalez Ӱԭ25
One piece of advice I would give veterans and military affiliated students: Transition is not mean to be permanent. Find someone to talk to Ӱԭ you are not alone.
Jenna McIlwrath '22
Alum's Musical Career Enables Her to Be an Artist and an Industry Professional
Kriston Pal Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Business Analytics Graduate Reflects on ӰԭUnforgettable Moments of Joy and UnityӰԭ as a Charger
Toyin Folorunso Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Graduate of Finance and Financial Analytics Program Inspires with 'Stay Powered On' Message
Jyoti Bhandari Ӱԭ24 M.S.
New Data Science Grad: ӰԭI Found a Sense of Belonging and CommunityӰԭ
Emma Murphy Ӱԭ24
National Security Major: ӰԭI Have Become Much More Confident in MyselfӰԭ
Muritala Issa '24 M.S.
Civil Engineering Grad Student Says Time as a Charger Has Been 'Transformative'
Brendan Straut Ӱԭ24
Biology Major Hopes to Help Combat Viruses Through Research
Allison Mahr Ӱԭ24
International Affairs Senior Earns Prestigious Boren Fellowship Award
Christian Rosario Ӱԭ24
Marketing Major Looks Forward to Beginning Career at Leading Data Company
Connor Lincavicks Ӱԭ24
Business Management Senior Looks Forward to Career in Esports
James Mohs Ӱԭ75, Ӱԭ85 M.S., DBA
Professor, Two-time Alum Discusses Proposed Tax Cuts
Gabi Chavez '28
Incoming Forensic Science Major is Charged Up to Be a Student-Athlete
Jalak Popat Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Mastering Finance: Graduate Student Reflects on her Journey as a Charger
Cloe Wight Ӱԭ28
Powering Ahead: Cloe Wight Ӱԭ28 Joins University's WomenӰԭs Golf Team on her Path to Business Management
Melissa Nunez Ӱԭ24
Senior Reflects on ӰԭRewardingӰԭ Make-A-Wish Connecticut Internship, Gaining Professional Experience as a Charger
Demetrius Holliman '22, '23 MBA
'My Time at the University of New Haven Has Been Instrumental in Preparing Me for Success'
Kenneth Gray
Professor, Former FBI Special Agent Analyzes Verdict in High-Profile Case Involving a MotherӰԭs Disappearance
Samuel Weinmann Ӱԭ24
International Affairs Major ӰԭI Feel Endlessly Grateful for All of the Ways the University Has Prepared MeӰԭ
Lauren Crawford
English Professor Wins Willie Morris Award for Poem
Gary Havican Ӱԭ04 MBA, Ӱԭ23 DHSc
Doctor of Health Sciences Graduate is a Leader in the Field and a Pillar of the Community
Brooke Cuthbertson Ӱԭ24
Interior Design MajorӰԭs Honors Thesis Draws on Her FatherӰԭs Military Background
EMILY VERGE Ӱԭ24
Forensic Science Major Reflects on Her Time as a Member of the Charger Community
Devenaire ӰԭDevӰԭ Holmes Ӱԭ23 M.S.
Chargers Football Standout Excels in FCS National Bowl
BARBARA LAWRENCE, J.D., MPA
University Leader Passionate About Fostering Diverse and Inclusive Charger Community
DOROTHY CLASSEN
International Student Life Adviser Shares Her Enthusiasm for Zumba
DIANE POLO Ӱԭ21 MPH
Student Affairs Leader Passionate About Supporting ChargersӰԭ Holistic Wellness
ANCHAL BHATIA Ӱԭ24 MBA
Charger Blogger Reflects on Her Journey as an International Student and Writer
ALEXANDRA IOZZO '25
Mechanical Engineering Major shares her excitement to inspire young women in engineering.
LORI ADAMS Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Graduate Student Reflects on Distinguished Career in Law Enforcement
SAVANNA PANTOJA
Mechanical Engineering Major reflects on the opportunity to be a part of the mission of Women in Engineering
MARCUS T. HARVIN Ӱԭ23 A.S., Ӱԭ25
Charger Launches Nonprofit Following ӰԭTransformativeӰԭ Service Experience
ALEXIS PISHNYUK '25
Women in Engineering Ambassador reflects on experience
JHINELLE DAWSON, Ӱԭ23 DHSc., Ӱԭ21 MPH
I Have Experienced Significant Academic and Professional Growth
NOAH SWATT Ӱԭ22
Events Management Czar Reflects on Experiences as a Student, a Student Employee, and a Staff Member
AMINA ALMOUSTAFA Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Graduate Student Inspires Fellow Chargers with Passion for Leadership
GIANNA COLOGNA Ӱԭ25, Ӱԭ26 M.S.
Forensic Science Major Receives a Prestigious Bucknall Award
BAKI IZZAT
Employer Relations Manager Has Traveled the World, Speaks Five Languages
JUSTINE VALENTINO Ӱԭ24
Member of the Class of 2024 is an Award-Winning and Soon-To-Be Published Cancer Researcher
JULIA CLARA FERREIRA Ӱԭ27
Forensic Science Major: ӰԭBeing a First-Generation Student Means a Lot to MeӰԭ
NIKHIL TEJA TANGELLA Ӱԭ24
Computer Science Grad Student: ӰԭI Can't Wait to See What the Future HoldsӰԭ
TIMOTHY PRINCE
Coordinator for Leadership and Diversity & Inclusion is a Go-To Resource for First-Generation Students
BEATRICE GLAVIANO '26
Nutrition Sciences Major Explores the Importance of Asking Questions
ESMA FERA Ӱԭ24
Biology Major Reflects on Journey of Discovery in the Lab
VISHWA SHAH'24 MPH
MPH Candidate: 'An Internship is the Key that Unlocks the Door to Your Employment Opportunities'
RANJANA MAITRA '91 MBA
Alumna Brings University Experience, Corporate Expertise to Prospective Chargers Around the World
LEAH HARTMAN, J.D., MBA
New Pompea College of Business Assistant Dean Focuses on Student, Community, and Corporate Engagement
ANGELI GIANCHANDANI, M.A.
Marketing Professor Featured on NBC Connecticut Analyzing Special Report on WomenӰԭs Compensation
ALIZA JOHNS Ӱԭ23, Ӱԭ25 M.S.
UniversityӰԭs New Fuel Cell Is a ӰԭHuge Commitment to SustainabilityӰԭ
Lucas Agosto '24
Bergami Intern: 'My Education Has Equipped Me with the Necessary Skills to Operate Professionally in the Music Industry'
Kelly Paterson
New Head Coach for Chargers Softball
OLENA LENNON, Ph.D.
National Security Professor Earns Prestigious ӰԭImmigrant Day AwardӰԭ
PETER PORRELLO '24
Marine Biology Major: 'I Will Be Better Equipped to Contribute to Future Research Projects'
Vishwa Rahulkumar Shah Ӱԭ24 MPH
MPA Candidate: ӰԭInternships Are the Key to Professional DevelopmentӰԭ
Monesh Venkul Vommi Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Business Analytics Graduate Student Says University is Helping Him ӰԭAchieve Career GoalsӰԭ
Jess Finn '24
ӰԭThere Was No Doubt that I Was Prepared For This RoleӰԭ
Beatrice Glaviano '26
ӰԭIt's going to be worth itӰԭ
CAMRYN DEBOSE '22, '24 M.A.
NE10 Woman of the Year
Nichole Licata Ӱԭ23
ӰԭThe lesson of elevating your artӰԭ
Daryl DeCohen '23
Engineering Capstone Project 'Prepared us for What's to Come'
ALEX KACED Ӱԭ23
ӰԭOur Lives Are Truly About to CommenceӰԭ
EMILY BOGDANOWICZ Ӱԭ23, Ӱԭ24 MBA
ӰԭYou Will Always Have the University of New Haven to Fall Back OnӰԭ
JULIA LEFRANCOIS Ӱԭ23 M.A.
ӰԭWe Share the Common Thread of Growth and ScholarshipӰԭ
SANMIT JINDAL Ӱԭ24 MPH
MPH Candidate Headed to Harvard to Research Link Between Ӱԭ Use and Mental Health
DAMILOLA EGBEWOLE Ӱԭ23 MPH
'As I Celebrate My Graduation, My Heart is Filled with So Much Gratitude'
KILLIAN MEEHAN '23
Senior Brings Together Passions for Cybersecurity and Theater
Zion's Blood with Prof. Steve Fishell
Students' In-Class Experience at Prestigious Recording Studio Rocks
Kaylee Salazar '24
English major reflects on impact of Honors "Book Club" course
Ryan Bell Ӱԭ23
Senior Has Found a Family and a Sense of Community at the University
Rishav Kant Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Business Analytics Grad Student Lands Three Impressive Internship Offers
Josh Carbajal Ӱԭ18, Ӱԭ20 M.A.
Success Advisor Enjoys Live Music and Exploring the World
Elif Kongar, Ph.D.
Industrial Engineering Expert Recognized for Contributions to Field
Jan Louise Jones, Ph.D.
Hospitality professor creates unique opportunity for students to visit new ӰԭgreenӰԭ hotel
Kateryna ӰԭKateӰԭ Fedirko Ӱԭ25
International Business Transfer Student from Ukraine: ӰԭIӰԭm Glad to Be HereӰԭ
Shelby Kosiver Ӱԭ23, Ӱԭ24 M.S.
Senior Criminal Justice Major Looks Forward to Continuing Education at the University
APRIL YODER, Ph.D.
History Professor Pitches Importance of Baseball, Politics, and Culture in New Book
RYLEIGH McDONAGH Ӱԭ26
Forensic Science Major is a Semifinalist for Prestigious STEM Scholarship
SANJEEV PRABHU '24 MBA
Something I will love to do for the rest of my life
Alanna Dukas Ӱԭ23 M.A.
Industrial/Organizational Psychology Grad Student Says Program Has Been ӰԭLife ChangingӰԭ
Janet Garcia-Hallett, Ph.D.
Criminal Justice ProfessorӰԭs New Book Brings Visibility to ӰԭInvisible MothersӰԭ
SKYLER CHUCKRY '18
Alumna is First Female Chief Engineer Ever in Nashville Music Scene
SHEA FOWLER
Music Industry Professor Excited to Share Experience with Students Studying in Nashville
James Socks '86 MBA
ӰԭHaving the MBA from the University at the end of my name certainly played a role in landing the position.Ӱԭ
LEXIE LAJOIE '23
Student Financial Wellness Peer Educator Discusses the Ins and Outs of Finding College Scholarships
Azza Hussein '23 M.A.
ӰԭThe University Has Fulfilled Everything I Was Looking for in a ProgramӰԭ
AMAYA GUZMAN Ӱԭ23
Management MajorӰԭs Internship Leads to Full-Time Job Offer
ARIANA EASTWOOD '23
President of Black Student Union Reflects on the Importance of Social Justice
Erik Clement '23
Senior Plans to Pursue Career Helping Veterans with Professional Development
KAI HAMILTON M.S.
I enjoy working with talented faculty and staff who put the students first
CAROLYN KIELMA M.S.'02
I learned more than I ever thought possible
KARL MINGES PH.D. MPH
Public Health Professor, Community Advocate Among Connecticut MagazineӰԭs Recognized Changemakers
KAGYA AMOAKO PH.D.
Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering Recognized as a National Leader in his Field
Kateryna Fedirko
University Welcomes Transfer Student from Odesa, Ukraine
Marina Skelly Ӱԭ22
Passion for lacrosse becomes a central focus of alum's career.
HUNTER CLARK Ӱԭ24 M.A.
Studies and community involvement fuel a passion to make change.
Jyoti Bhandari Ӱԭ25 M.S.
A Learning Assistant is just another student, skilled to help others understand a concept better.
ELIZABETH RUIZ '22 EMBA
I know now that if a scenario comes up, I can grab from the arsenal of knowledge I learned from my EMBA and solve it.
BRADYN VAN SANT Ӱԭ22
Build a Network for Success in the Music Industry
ERNEST EZEMA '22
I'm excited to be graduating because it means I'm ready to go to work and help make our cyberspace safer.
ANDY BILLMAN
These students are very smart, they love to learn, and I love to teach them. IӰԭm lucky to be doing this.
TREVOR HOLMES '23
The programӰԭs dedication to public service continues to grow year after year.
AISHWARYA GUNDAWAR '23 MPH
My summer internship was a wonderful experience.
NYHSERE WOODSON '21
You will be surprised how far a strong work ethic can take you.
PAUL BOURGEOIS, PH.D., CRC, NCC
It was very humbling to share my work with such a large audience.
SYDNEY LANDOLPHI Ӱԭ23
I became close with everyone in the group and loved the sense of community I felt right from the start.
AUDREY BLONDIN, J.D., MPH
Being able to provide the gift of sight to those in need is a very humbling and rewarding experience.
BRADYN VAN SANT '22
The past four years at the University allowed me to be comfortable with becoming hands-on very quickly.
MICHAEL AMBROSE '84, '19 HON.
When I went to the University of New Haven, they gave me the tools I needed and allowed me to be a runner and a student.
MADISON LIGUORI '23
SURF has been a great learning opportunity for me.
ADAM COMUNIELLO '20, '22 MBA
I love the atmosphere of working for an NHL franchise team.
CHRIS FARRELL '16, '23 MPA
My mission is to now play a small part in the effort to end blood cancers, and, really, any cancers.
EMILY MILLER Ӱԭ23
This research is very important to the scientific community as well as the LGBTQ+ community.
OLENA LENNON, PH.D.
As we shared our stories, they seemed interested in my journey from the Donbas to the U.S. many years prior, as none of them had been to the U.S. before.
BRIAN A. MARKS, J.D., PH.D.
It was a way to bring together my analytical side with my athletic side, so a mind and body connection.
ALLEN LOVE '88, '90 MPA
Your education and experiences at the University of New Haven will prepare you for whatever role or career you pursue.
ALYSSA PASNIEWSKI Ӱԭ23 M.S.
I'm enjoying learning about sports on an international level.
PATRICK MCGRADY, PH.D.
Strengthening the UniversityӰԭs commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging.
ALPHONSE LUSTRINO Ӱԭ23
This experience will be one I speak incredibly highly of for the rest of my career.
ALEXANDRIA FRENCH Ӱԭ23
There are so many diverse career opportunities.
ERICK RUSSELL Ӱԭ09
My mentors helped me feel comfortable being who I am.
CRYSTAL HOLICK Ӱԭ23 MBA
I desire my achievement of being a triathlete on USA Triathlon Team USA to be an opportunity to serve as a role model and to share my message.
EMILY WHITE
I like to tailor my teaching to each student's specific goals.
DANIELA PEREZ Ӱԭ23
I would love to work in an environment like this one in the future.
GABRIELLE HARTLEY Ӱԭ17
It was incredible to be a part of such an impactful project.
KIANA WHITE Ӱԭ24
I chose to work at the Inheritance Project because of the opportunity for growth, the shared values, and the intangible benefits.
JORDAN HARRIS Ӱԭ21
The people I met at the University gave me the best four years of my life.
MARWA LAHLOU Ӱԭ15, Ӱԭ18 MBA
I am looking forward to representing my culture in the best way possible.
ANN COX '83
Having failures helps you find what the margins are and enables you to learn how you can do things differently.
MORGAN KORZIK Ӱԭ22 M.S.
The forensic science program at the University of New Haven made me feel confident in my ability to be a forensic scientist.
RYAN DOUGHERTY Ӱԭ19
I get to go to work every day fighting for what I believe in.
LEE JONES '23
I most definitely want to work at a place like Blackbird Studio.
EDDIE WHITMAN '21 M.S.
My time at the University helped me shape my vision of a career in professional sports.
STEPHANIE BEDOYA Ӱԭ22
The work I did for my thesis has impacted my goals significantly.
ESMA FERA '24
We belong in all cultures.
TESSA MCDONALD Ӱԭ26
I had no idea I would love the environment and the people so much.
LAURA MILLER
My co-workers have become like extended members of my family, and I couldnӰԭt ask for a more supportive experience.
ADRIELYS GOMEZ '22
Your success is our success.
SARON HAGOS '22 M.S.
Graduate Student Looks Forward to Beginning Career in Civil Engineering
COLE KOCHANOWSKI '22
The University has provided me with many leadership opportunities that have led to my success.
MARY LIPPA Ӱԭ23
My intention was to make even just one person smile.
TARITHA MIDDLETON Ӱԭ11, Ӱԭ14 M.S.
I am very passionate about organizations that help people live the way they want to live and help people be who they are meant to be.
ELIZABETH B. FRANCIS-CONNOLLY, PH.D.
I am excited to join the University of New Haven and help carry out its ambitious strategic plan.
ALAN ROBERTS Ӱԭ02 M.S.
Be open to all opportunities.
ALLISON SAWICKI '22
My time at the University has prepared me for success.
ANTHONY GOODFELLOW
I still love what I do just as much Ӱԭ if not more Ӱԭ than when I started.
BROOKE KAMMRATH, PH.D., D-ABC
The best part of my work is mentoring student scientists.
MICHAEL DEL GROSSO Ӱԭ23
I am incredibly grateful that Dr. Poplawski offered me this opportunity.
JEFFREY BLOM
I try to bring real-word experience to my students.
CHARLES MORGAN, M.D., M.A.
We really have to train people in ways of phrasing questions.
Brianne Sousa Ӱԭ22
I have gained hands-on experience in my field.
SHUE WANG, PH.D.
Seeing my students succeed is what I enjoy the most about teaching at the University.
SELENA CHOM '21, '23 MPH
A constant reminder that I am on the right path.
DARRYL MACK '91
The University did so much for me that I canӰԭt even put it into words.
BELLA CUPANO '23
I always dreamed of going to Italy.
GABRIELA GARCIA-PEREZ Ӱԭ24
I was in awe of all the hard work.
VALENTINA SEFFER
Working at the University of New Haven in Italy is a dream job.
THERESA BLOOM '17, '18 MBA
The most amazing experience of my life.
JAMISON SCOTT '04 EMBA
There is so much opportunity in manufacturing.
OPHELIE ROWE-ALLEN, ED.D.
Hearing their stories in person is one of the most impactful things for me.
JEFFREY FLETCHER Ӱԭ79
ItӰԭs a part of time and history.
LAUREN FUMI '22
I canӰԭt help but want to be a detective.
LANEY PHILLIPS '22
ThereӰԭs something magical that happens when you get to help rescue these children and then come back every year and watch them grow up.
JESSICA SCIBEK
I really enjoy leading this team and learning something from each person as things evolve and change on a daily basis.
RANDALL HORTON, PH.D.
Change is a verb. You canӰԭt talk change, you have to do change.
SHARATH RAJ '22 M.S.
I am excited to work on new things and learn different technologies that will eventually help me drive my business and stand out from the competition.
Micaila Barone Ӱԭ19, Ӱԭ21 M.S.
"My time in the forensic technology program was two of the best years of my life."
Jim Prosper
Sharing the joy of learning as an academic success advisor in the Center for Student Success.
GLENN ROHRBACKER '18
He discovered abilities and confidence he didnӰԭt know he had.
THOMAS BARVICK Ӱԭ22
It is very important to be a jack of all trades.
TIARA STARKS Ӱԭ22
Giving back to the university is the first step in my journey.