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University of New Haven Names Manufacturing and Economic Development Expert as Inaugural Vice President of Innovation and Applied Technology

Paul Lavoie, Connecticut’s current chief manufacturing officer, will begin his tenure at the University in July. In this capacity, he will oversee the creation of the University’s new Research and Development (R&D) Park. The R&D Park will provide companies with direct access to student talent, cutting-edge research, and pioneering innovation opportunities.

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National Science Foundation Grant Funds Launch of Innovative Engineering Research Program Supporting Neurodivergent Students

A new National Science Foundation-funded program led by faculty at the University of New Haven offers hands-on, sustainable construction research for students with learning disabilities, combining technical innovation with inclusive mentorship.

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Longstanding University of New Haven Benefactor Pledges $1 Million to Establish Engineering Scholarship for New Haven County Students

Board of Governors member Stephen Tagliatela ’13 Hon., together with his siblings Patricia and Louis, has committed a $1 million gift that will expand access for top engineering talent in New Haven County and help strengthen Connecticut’s tech future.

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University of New Haven Earns Extension of Exclusive Accreditation for its Pompea College of Business

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International has renewed its accreditation of the University’s Pompea College of Business, a distinction that places it among the top six percent of business schools worldwide.

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University of New Haven to Award More than 3,300 Degrees During Three Commencement Ceremonies for Class of 2025

The Class of 2025 includes 1,000 undergraduates and 2,300 graduate students hailing from 47 states, 23 countries, and 140 cities and towns across Connecticut. World-renowned forensic scientist Dr. Henry C. Lee will give the Commencement address on Saturday.

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President Frederiksen Represents University of New Haven at Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum in Riyadh

The invitation-only forum is bringing together senior U.S. and Saudi government officials, Fortune 500 CEOs, global investors, and innovators across vital sectors including energy, finance, technology, manufacturing, aerospace, healthcare, mineral resources, and education.

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Charging Ahead: University of New Haven Accepts Northeast Conference Membership Invite

The University of New Haven has accepted a full membership invitation from the Northeast Conference (NEC) Council of Presidents and will officially join the league on July 1, 2025. The announcement was made today by NEC Commissioner Noreen Morris and University of New Haven President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D.

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University of New Haven Announces Partnership with Hartford HealthCare to Operate On-Campus Health Center, Expand Virtual Care Opportunities for Students

New affiliation will also feature Connecticut's largest healthcare network overseeing the university’s counseling and psychological services and athletic training for student-athletes.

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University of New Haven, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Announce Joint Support to Establish Branch Campus in Riyadh

A memorandum of understanding between the University and Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Education, its Ministry of Investment, and the Royal Commission for Riyadh City provides a pathway for the University to open a campus in Riyadh in Fall of 2026 that would grow to serve 13,000 undergraduate and graduate students, advancing the Kingdom’s transformative Vision 2030 goals.

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University of New Haven Signs Transformative Articulation Agreement with CT State Community College

Partnership provides guaranteed admissions to the University of New Haven for graduates of CT State Community College who meet certain academic requirements.

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University of New Haven Receives $10 Million Gift to Support New On-Campus Building for Pompea College of Business

Transformational donation from alumnus and successful business executive Dennis Martin '81 will support the development of an 80,000-square-foot facility that will advance the University's commitment to innovation and maximizing graduates' return on investment.

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University of New Haven’s Pompea College of Business Becomes First Official Higher Education Partner of Major League Baseball’s New York Mets

The partnership will include student site visits, mentorship opportunities, and course collaborations with the Mets, and the university’s brand will also be showcased in the team’s digital content.

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Passing of Devoted University Benefactor Sam Bergami Jr. ’85 EMBA, ’02 Hon.

President Jens Frederiksen, Ph.D. shared the sad news that one of the University’s most devoted benefactors passed away late last week.

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University of New Haven Helps Establish a Statewide Coalition of Universities, Industry and Public Service Partners Launching Connecticut AI Alliance

The University of New Haven took a leadership role in bringing together a group including 16 academic institutions and six community organizations and nonprofit agencies that will collaborate with the goal of establishing Connecticut as a premier hub for artificial intelligence, innovation, and application.

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University of New Haven Launches Innovative Internship Signing Bonus Program

Beginning this summer, a new donor-supported initiative will provide financial support to all undergraduates who successfully complete a qualified internship. Nearly 350 undergraduate internships were completed during the Fall 2024 semester.

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Advancing Violence Prevention: University of New Haven Faculty Secure Prestigious Grant

A team of three faculty members from the University of New Haven has been awarded a highly competitive National Institute of Justice (NIJ) grant to conduct a five-year evaluation of Community-Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiatives (CVIPI) in New Haven.

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Donor Triples Commitment to University of New Haven’s Afghan Women’s Scholars Program

Henrik Nielsen, a Scandinavian business executive, has significantly increased his original seven-figure gift, enabling the University to support 42 Afghan women seeking to continue their education in the United States.