Graduate and International Charger Days

GRADUATE & INTERNATIONAL CHARGER DAYS January 2023

A hearty warm welcome to Graduate and International Charger Days January 2023. We are excited to welcome so many of you on starting your next journey. Indeed, this will be our largest graduate class ever! We have put together a comprehensive schedule of events for Graduate & International Student Orientation. You will receive a lot of information during this time. Remember, check your emails multiple times a day, and never be afraid to ask questions and seek support. We wish you well on your journey. Before you know it, you will be graduating again and beginning another chapter as a highly qualified Charger alum.

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WHAT MAKES THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN SPECIAL?

Simply put, you do. You will find that the university works hard at creating a family atmosphere where you are included and belong. People go out of their way to help, support, and genuinely be friendly. It values its international outlook. Indeed, many of its employees either immigrated to the United States themselves or have strong ties to their family heritage. As a Charger, we expect you to add your diversity to our DNA. You will have an outstanding experience if you get involved, step out of your comfort zone, and link yourself to our collective community. Please contact the Office of Graduate and International Student Life (OGISL) staff if you need advice, support, or simply to share a cuppa.

CAMPUS MAP

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Dear Graduate & International Students,

Welcome to the University of New Haven! I am excited that you have chosen to become a part of the Charger community and appreciate you joining us for graduate and international charger days. I challenge you to get out of your comfort zone and interact with your fellow students. Take advantage of the opportunity presented to you today and during your time at the University to meet someone new. We have a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff representing different countries and cultures. I encourage you to make many connections during your time at the University of New Haven and hope that you understand the value and importance of networking.

During your Graduate Orientation Day, you will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from our campus service offices and off-campus vendors at the Graduate Student Resource Fair from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the David A. Beckerman Recreation Center. Please come prepared with any questions you may have, and be sure to stop by the Office of Graduate and International Student Life (OGISL) table to pick up your student ID card, complete a brief survey, and get a free gift.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet graduate student leaders from a variety of graduate and hybrid recognized student clubs and organizations on campus who will provide you with information about programs, meetings, and leadership opportunities.

The OGISL is here to provide welfare, advising, and social interaction. We act as the conduit between your academic faculty and a myriad of free support services and programs. Chief among these is the Center for Learning Resources (CLR), which is here to help support your academic needs so that you are successful in the classroom. Please make sure you use the NAVIGATE and CORQ apps, which are integral to your success at the University of New Haven.

Besides assisting with your needs, our office also plans professional development programs and social engagement opportunities such as our monthly Grad Night Out program, our #Pro-S Series, the International Festival, and Graduate Student Appreciation Week. We also offer ways for students to get involved through our Campus Connectors program or the Graduate Student Engagement Team.

I hope that you all have an interactive and informative Orientation Day. Please feel free to reach out to me, a member of my staff, or any of the orientation leaders with any questions or concerns you may have. Best wishes for a successful student experience!

Sincerely,

Steve Macchiarolo, Director of Graduate & International Student Life Office of Graduate & International Student Life Gatehouse, Room 100 • smacchiarolo@newhaven.edu • 203.479.4224

Steve Macchiarolo

Director of Graduate and International Student Life

Responsible for directing the operations of the OGISL office, orientation, transitions and arrivals, and promoting Graduate & International Student interests as well as advising the Graduate Student Council, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and the Indian Student Council.

Steve Macchiarolo has been the Director of Graduate & International Student Life since September 2013, when he joined the University of New Haven community. He has over 18 years of experience in higher education, having previously worked at the University of Miami, Stony Brook University, and Kean University. He graduated in 2003 from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor of Health Sciences, and in 2004, he graduated from St. Thomas University (Miami, FL) with his Master of Sports Administration. Steve is a member of the Knights of Columbus and enjoys volunteering, cooking, and watching sports. When not at the University, you can find Steve spending time with his devoted family, including his wife Valerie; his three beautiful children, Natalie, Lorenzo, and Dominic; and his two dogs, Angel and Rocco.

Owen Quantick

Assistant Director of Graduate and International Student Life

Responsible for Graduate & International Student welfare, liaising with academic program directors, coordinating enrichment seminar events, and advising and supporting students.

Owen brings a wealth of education management and leadership experience, having led and taught in several secondary-level schools both here and in the UK. He has a double honors degree in biology and chemistry from Nottingham Trent University, his teaching credentials from Loughborough University, and a master’s in leadership from Canterbury Christchurch University. In addition, he has gained both a Connecticut state administration license and a UK NPQSL qualification as well as a peer coaching qualification from Oxford Brooks University. He has been a senior-level rugby referee and is currently completing his doctorate program in education leadership.

Jason

A.

Howell, Jr.

Coordinator of Student Engagement

Responsible for creating and organizing events for students on and off campus.

Jason A. Howell Jr. is an early career Student Affairs professional with over four years of experience in student affairs and higher education. Jason previously served as the graduate assistant for the Purple Knight Summer Scholars Program and Heckman Center graduate assistant for student development and engagement at the University of Bridgeport. Outside of work, he enjoys volunteering at numerous organizations, including the Association of College Unions International, Chi Sigma Iota, and the National Association of Campus Activities. Jason completed a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religion from Albertus Magnus College in May 2020 and received his Master of Education in Student Affairs Administration and Leadership in December 2021. This coming spring Jason will begin the MBA program at the University of New Haven. See you in class!

Dorothy Classen

International Student Life Advisor

Responsible for advising students on cultural adjustments to life in the United States/at the University of New Haven and assists with orientation, pre-arrival webinars, and workshops.

She started working with international students in 2013 at St. Thomas More School (Oakdale, CT) where she served as the Director of International Students and then served as an International Admissions Officer/DSO at the University of Bridgeport from 2020 to 2022. In her free time, Dorothy makes art, dances, and teaches dance fitness.

Gabbrielle (Gabbie) Curiano

Graduate Student Assistant

Gabbrielle is originally from Long Island, New York. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminalistics from Saint Leo University, where she was named Criminal Justice Student of the year and received the Dean's Award of Excellence. Gabbie is in the Forensic Technology program at the University of New Haven and is a member of the Graduate Forensic Science Club. When she graduates, Gabbie is looking to work in a crime laboratory analyzing firearm evidence.

Ziyad Syed

Graduate Student Assistant

Ziyad hails from Hyderabad, India, but was brought up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He is pursuing a master's in Computer Science at the University of New Haven. Ziyad completed his undergraduate degree in Information Technology from Muffakham Jah College of Engineering and Technology. I welcome all the new graduates to University of New Haven and want to emphasize that I am here to help you navigate this new phase of your life with ease with the help of my colleagues.

Charlotte Vick

Graduate Student Assistant

Charlotte is in her final semester of grad school. She will graduate with a Master's in National Security. Charlotte also completed her B.S. in National Security at the University of New Haven, plays tennis for the University, and is a senior member of the ROTC. Upon graduation, Charlotte will commission as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Space Force!

Vashish Bansee

International Student Liaison

Vashish is an international student from the West Indies, specifically the Caribbean twin islands of Trinidad and Tobago. He is pursuing a master's in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Vashish enjoys socializing, having a great time, and being of aid and service to others!

Hello, Chargers!

Welcome to your new home for the next few years. It is my pleasure to welcome all of you to the University of New Haven! My name is Prateek Mansingh. I am a second-year graduate student in the Healthcare Administration program, and it is my honor to be serving as your Graduate Student Council president for this academic year.

I would highly encourage each and every one of you to get involved in the University and immerse yourself in all the experiences the University of New Haven has to offer. As Hockey Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzty said, ”you miss a hundred percent of the shots you don’t take." Nothing should stop you from exploring everything that the University has to offer. Pick and choose, and join the Recognized Student Organizations of your choice. Attend the myriad of events we have throughout the year, and make the best of your graduate experience at the University of New Haven because we’re not here to just drown ourselves in textbooks and coursework. There is a saying that I have always believed in: “Live your freedom, but don’t ignore your aim; live your life, but don’t keep away from entertainment.”

If you want to get more involved with the Graduate Student Council (GSC), we currently have openings on our executive board and our government senate. Executive Board Officers will hold different positions and will serve as a bridge between the graduate students and the university administration. GSC senators represent their college to serve as a liaison to the graduate students and the council. Senators will also serve on different committees of their choosing, such as the judicial, dining, and public relations committees. As a senator, you must attend GSC events and general body meetings, conduct outreach to our student organizations, and serve as a leader to our graduate community.

Life in college can be filled with extremes — good and bad, with a few in between. Feel free to reach out if you need any help at all. I’m here to help all of you, and always remember, we are all in this together! Cheers to new experiences and making the best of your time here!

Best, Prateek Mansingh (he/him/his)

Masters in Healthcare Administration, 2023; Provost Assistant, School of Health Sciences; President, Graduate Student Council; Vice President, Society of Healthcare Administrators

How to apply to the Graduate Student Council e-board and senate

Please email the GSC president at GSCpresident@newhaven.edu Connect with GSC on social media!

Follow on Instagram: @gscnewhaven

government:

Contact: Please contact GSC President Prateek Mansingh at GSCpresident@newhaven.edu with any questions!

GRADUATE STUDENT COUNCIL

WHAT IS THE GRADUATE

STUDENT

COUNCIL?

The Graduate Student Council (GSC) is a student-run governing body, allowing all graduate students to voice any and all concerns regarding the University. The GSC also plans professional development, community service, and social events throughout the academic year for graduate students to partake in. GSC encourages all graduate students to be involved in the Council, and offer various positions where students can grow their leadership skills. The GSC executive board consists of seven positions including: President, Executive Vice President, Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Operations, Vice President of Administration, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion, and Vice President of Public Relations. Apart from the Executive Board, students can apply to be a senator for their specific college where they will serve as a liaison between the GSC and their peers. There are two positions open for each of the five university colleges. Furthermore, Judicial Council, Budget Committee, and Programming Board all have positions to be filled with graduate student leaders. As a graduate student at the University of New Haven, you are already a general member of the GSC, but we encourage you to apply for any and all available positions as well as attend our biweekly meetings.

CAMPUS CONNECTORS/ORIENTATION LEADERS BY COLLEGE

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Anais Gardere • Cellular and Molecular Biology, M.S. • Haiti

Sahaja Thippani • Cellular and Molecular Biology, M.S. • India

Niraj Patel • Cellular & Molecular Biology, M.S. • India

HENRY C. LEE COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE & FORENSIC SCIENCES

Marc J. Conrad • National Security, M.S. • Bolivia

Charlotte Vick • National Security, M.S. • Englewood, FL

POMPEA COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Vajrapu Rakesh Guptha • MBA, concentration in Data Analytics • India Sima Darvishan • Finance and Financial Analytics, M.S. • Iran

Ramya Akella • MBA • India Sakshi Malani • Business Analytics, concentration in Supply Chain Analytics, M.S. • India Lady Miranda Delgado • MBA • Peru

Jahnavi Kantpudi • Business Analytics, M.S. • India Ojedele Temitayo Abigeal • Human Resources, M.S. • Nigeria

Manoj Kumar Mannuru • Business Analytics, M.S. • India

Esosa Edo-Osagi MBA, concentration in Financial Analysis • Nigeria Anushree Chaturvedi • MBA • India

Snigdha Kantam • Finance and Financial Analytics, M.S. • India

Karaturi Soumya • Business Analytics, M.S. • India

Mohan Kamal Hassan • Business Analytics, M.S. • India

Ramyasri Sai Vemuri • Business Analytics, M.S. • India

Shivani Zaveri • MBA, concentration in Marketing and Digital Marketing • India

Sowmya Kotagiri • Business Analytics, M.S. • India

Madugula Sruthika Kumari • MBA • India

SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Gabriel Caldato Barsotti • Healthcare Administration, MHA • Brazil

Abhishek • Public Health, MPH • India

Prateek Mansingh • Healthcare Administration, MHA • India

Riya Sood • Public Health, MPH • India

Lahari Pulluri • Healthcare Administration, MHA • India

Suri Venkata Satya Sai Alekhya • Healthcare Administration, MHA • India

Vineela Thumma • Public Health, MPH • India

Chhavi Attri • Healthcare Administration, MHA • India

Sravya Jayadheer Gaddam • Public Health, MPH • India

Shreeya Salunke • Public Health, MPH • India

Thirupathi Sangani • Healthcare Administration, MHA • India

TAGLIATELA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

Mohammedumar Shaikh • Cybersecurity and Networks, M.S. • India

Khaja T Mohiuddin • Cybersecurity, M.S. • India

Rahul Muvvala • Data Science, M.S. • India

Surabhi Shreekant Nagraj • Engineering & Operations Management, M.S. • India

Ramanaboina Aravind • Mechanical Engineering, M.S. • India

Ankita Adsul • Industrial Engineering, M.S. • India

Kalpana Chamala • Data Science, M.S. • India

Bharath Ulligaddala • Mechanical Engineering, M.S. • India

Shivashashank Puvvuala • Mechanical Engineering, M.S. • India

Sahil Sehgal • Data Science, M.S. • India

Sanskruti Rajat Pashte • Environmental Engineering, M.S. • India

Yegneshwar Rao Ginjupalli • Data Science, M.S. • India

Naveen Kumar Mangalagiri • Mechanical Engineering, M.S. • India

Bhumika Vaid • Computer Science, M.S. • India

CHARGER COMPACT

As a Member of the University of New Haven Community…

I will strive for academic excellence.

I will assume responsibility for my words, actions and inactions.

I will respect the dignity, rights, and property of all persons.

I will strive to appreciate, respect, and learn from others whose experiences and opinions are different from mine.

I will conduct my academic and personal life with integrity.

I will strive to contribute positively to the campus, local, and global communities.

Graduate

Student

GRADUATE STUDENT CHARGER DAYS

Charger Days (incl. International Graduate Students)

THURSDAY, JANUARY 12

College of Arts & Sciences

Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice & Forensic Science

Tagliatela College of Engineering

TIME EVENT

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13

Pompea College of Business School of Health Sciences

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Check-In & Continental Breakfast (David A. Beckerman Recreation Center)

9:00 – 9:10 a.m. Welcome and Orientation Overview

9:10 – 9:45 a.m. Academic Faculty Success Panel

Question and answer session on what it takes to be successful at the graduate level and the support programs offered at the university to help students.

9:45 – 10:30 a.m. Graduate Student Success Panel

A panel of graduate student leaders will answer any questions you may have, along with speaking about their experiences, ways to get involved on campus, and common issues facing graduate students.

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Student Resource Video

10:45 – 11:15 a.m. Student Life Support Panel

Learn about some of the services and resources available to you as a graduate student from representatives from the Dean of Student’s Office, Myatt Center for Diversity & Inclusion, Career Development Center, and Graduate & International Student Life.

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Academic Program Meetings and Advising Sessions

Students will meet with their program coordinators to have program-specific advising.

Scan the QR code to find the name of your program coordinator and meeting location.

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Lunch (Marketplace, Bartels Hall)

12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Resource Fair (David A. Beckerman Recreation Center)

The fair will have representatives from each office at University of New Haven and the Graduate Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs), guided tours, an opportunity to collect your University ID card and a meal ticket upon completion of the graduate orientation survey.

The University of New Haven’s Office of Graduate and International Student Life (OGISL) is hosting a Resource Fair on Thursday, January 12, and Friday, January 13 , in the David A. Beckerman Recreation Center. This fair will provide new graduate students with the opportunity to learn about the different University of New Haven student service offices and off-campus vendors. Please come prepared with any questions you may have, and be sure to stop by the OGISL table to pick up your student ID, complete the orientation survey, and receive a free gift. Light refreshments will be served.

Please note: These lists are subject to change.

On-Campus Offices

• Accessibility Resources Center • Alumni Relations • Campus Bookstore • Career Development Center • Center for Student Engagement, Leadership and Orientation (CSELO) • Center for Learning Resources • Charger REC • Counseling and Psychological Services • Dean of Students Office • Dining Services • Graduate Admissions • Military and Veteran Services

Off-Campus

• Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion

• Office of Graduate and International Student Life • Office of Residential Life • Office of Study Abroad • Office of Sustainability

• One Stop Student Financial and Registrar Services Office (Bursar, Financial Aid, Registrar) • Student Health Center • Student Technical Support • University of New Haven Police Department • University Immigration Services • University Library

TD Bank

Wells Fargo

Yale Shops *Subject to Change

New International Student Weekend Programming

You may register for these events using the CORQ mobile app.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13

7:00 p.m. Karaoke Night (Dodds Hall, Bucknall Theater)

SATURDAY, JANUARY 14

TIME EVENT

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Shuttles: CT Post Mall, Burlington, Indian Market, etc. (Maxcy Hall)

6:00 p.m. International Student Game Night (Bartels Hall, Alumni Lounge)

Come out to enjoy fun board games and social activities from different countries and make new friends.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 15

TIME EVENT

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Shuttles: CT Post Mall, Burlington, Indian Market, etc. (Maxcy Hall)

6:00 p.m. Trivia Night (Bartels Hall, Alumni Lounge)

CAMPUS MAP

Looking for a location on campus?

Scan the QR code or visit: newhaven.edu/map

LOST?

If you get lost or are unsure of where to go at any point in the day, please make your way back to the Charger Horse Statue.

SCHEDULE

— INTERNATIONAL CHARGER DAY

International Charger Orientation Day

MONDAY, JANUARY

16

TIME EVENT

8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Check-In & Continental Breakfast (Beckerman Recreation Center)

9:00 – 9:15 a.m. Welcome and Orientation Overview (Beckerman Recreation Center)

9:15 – 10:15 a.m. Keynote Speaker: Brian Miller

Brian Miller is a magician, speaker, and author of personal success book

Three New People: Make the Most of Your Daily Interactions and Stop Missing Amazing Opportunities. For 17 years he has shared his magic and his message with thousands of audiences across continents. His TEDx talk “How to Magically Connect with Anyone” has been seen and shared by 3.5 million people worldwide.

10:15 – 10:45 a.m. Office of Graduate & International Student Life Explanation of how the office helps, the key events it puts on, and the importance of students, resume building, and making connections

10:45 – 11:05 a.m. One Stop Student Financial and Registrar Services Office Question and answer panel on paying your bills with the bursar, financial aid, and registrar office

11:05 – 11:35 a.m. Campus and LiveSafe Information and question and answer session on how safe the campus is and what you can do to help yourself

11:35 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. University Immigration Services (UIS) & Accessibility Resources Center (ARC)

Question and answer panel explaining what information UIS needs and when you need to work with them to stay legal as well as what support you can get from ARC

12:15 – 2:00 p.m. Orientation Leader Campus Tours & Lunch

2:00 – 2:45 p.m. U.S. Education System Culture Information session on the important elements and differences of U.S. university academics

2:45 – 3:10 p.m. U.S. Health Care 101 – How It Works and the Need for Insurance Explanation of need for Health Insurance, and how to make appointments

3:10 – 3:55 p.m. International Student Panel Question and answer panel on tips and tricks from successful international students

Canvas is your academic app for course information, classes, assignment, grading, and class materials.

Charger Connection on corq: Discover amazing events and groups around campus from your mobile device.

Live Safe: Public safety app that connects to University Police and provides safety information.

Ride Systems app makes it easy to ride the bus by providing real-time vehicle tracking. View the live location of the vehicles en route, see the estimated arrival time, and set reminders so you never miss the bus.

Pick up your favorite snack in between classes through campus dining in the Grubhub app.

Navigate is a mobile app that provides necessary information about the university that will help get you from orientation to graduation. Through Navigate, you will be able to:

• View campus resources and calendars in one location.

• Access your class schedule.

• Receive push notifications with important updates and happenings.

• View reminders and registration hold information.

• Opt in to find study buddies in your classes.

• Receive alerts from instructors when you are struggling in classes and kudos when you are doing well. Alerts and kudos are coordinated through the Center for Student Success Care Team.

• Message your advisor.

• Schedule appointments with offices on campus as well as faculty instructors and advisors.

Option 1: Download the app from the App Store or Google Play by searching “Navigate Student” or by scanning these QR codes.

Option 2: From a computer or your phone web browser, go to http://newhaven.navigate.eab.com, or use the QR code to make an appointment directly.

Campus Connectors

The Campus Connectors program pairs new students with current students to help with their transition to the University of New Haven, Connecticut, the United States, or anything else they need help with. All connectors will be paired with new students to answer questions and help them with any challenges they face. Shortly after Orientation Day, new graduates will receive more information. For those wishing to join this program as a volunteer, please contact the OGISL office.

For further information about the campus connectors program, please email ogisl@newhaven.edu.

ONLINE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

We know you are excited about coming to the University of New Haven. To help create a safe environment for you and other students, all incoming students are required to complete two online courses designed to educate you on choices you will make while at the University of New Haven. The first program is Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students, which equips graduate students with the tools needed to navigate new and complex relationships, including how to identify and respond to harassment from a faculty member or advisor and other workplace-based harassment. The second is the Diversity and Inclusion course, which engages students through interactive scenarios, personal reflection, and opportunities to practice new skills. Students will explore their own identities and learn how to create inclusive communities.

Look out for an email from the Vector Solutions company, which will be sent to your @unh.newhaven.edu account.

GRADUATE STUDENT LOUNGE

Location: Maxcy Hall, North Porch 1

The graduate student lounge is a place for students to relax, hang out, study and hold small group meetings. You’ll find computer work stations, comfy chairs, fridge and a microwave and a T.V. Join the OGISL once a month for tea and conversation.

Accessibility Resources Center (ARC)

203.932.7332 • ARC@newhaven.edu

The University of New Haven is committed to providing equal access to all the programs and services it offers. As such, the Accessibility Resources Center (ARC) provides comprehensive services and support that serve to promote educational equity and ensure all students are able to participate in the opportunities available at the University of New Haven. The ARC works with students with disabilities, including those with chronic health-related disorders and military service-related conditions. The office coordinates classroom accommodations, classroom accessibility, reduced course loads, medical withdrawals, accessible van service, and modified housing such as the need for AC or an emotional support animal (ESA). These services are available for all students, both domestic and international.

Campus Bookstore

203.932.7030 • Newhavenshop.com.

The University of New Haven Campus Bookstore, located next to the parking lot adjacent to Maxcy Hall, is the main source for purchasing required course textbooks. This includes new, used, rental, and digital textbooks, Quick Study Guides, and academic supplies. The Campus Bookstore price matches both Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Further serving the campus community, the Campus Bookstore also provides a full line of University of New Haven-imprinted clothing and merchandise as well as swag, greeting cards, snacks, stamps, gifts, and school and residence hall supplies. Information regarding the return of rental books and selling your books back to the store is posted in the Campus Bookstore. Hours are posted on the front door and on the Campus Bookstore website, newhavenshop.com. For your convenience, hours are extended at the beginning of each semester. Each semester, the Campus Bookstore employs several University of New Haven students.

Campus Dining Service — Sodexo

203.479.4893 • DiningServices@newhaven.edu • Newhaven.edu/dining

The University has a number of dining sites throughout campus, with the Market Place in Bartels Hall being the main eating space. These spaces are open to all students. The University also offers a number of meal plans for both on-campus residents and commuters.

Need to know more about dining services? You can find information on our dining webpage and social media to sign up for meal plans, find hours of operation, special offers, and so much more

Dining Services offers:

• Complimentary one-on-one consultation with our campus dietitian • Batch of cupcakes on your birthday • Access to various food trucks

Center for Student Engagement, Leadership and Orientation (CSELO)

203.479.4582 • CSELO@newhaven.edu • newhaven.edu/CSELO

The Center for Student Engagement, Leadership and Orientation (CSELO) fosters campus community through programs, resources, and opportunities for involvement that advance student learning and prepare students for success in the global community.

Career Development Center

203.479.4858 • careerdevelopmentcenter@newhaven.edu

The Career Development Center provides complete career development services, resources, programs, and guidance to students. It focuses on educating students on potential major and career options; connecting them with resources for learning about careers; preparing students for experiential opportunities; helping them learn from and leverage their experience into marketable skills; and guiding them through the internship, job, and graduate school process.

ChargerREC

203.931.2965 • ChargerREC@newhaven.edu

ChargerREC, housed in the Beckerman Recreation Center, provides a wide variety of opportunities for University of New Haven graduate students to get involved in fitness, recreational sports, and adventure programming. Members have access to all GroupX programs (Yoga, Spin, Pilates etc.), intramural sports (cricket, badminton, volleyball, and many more), all 19 club sports (men’s and women’s rugby, volleyball, field hockey, etc.), and AdventureREC programming (hiking, climbing, etc.)! In addition to programs, our facility features an indoor track and a variety of fitness equipment and courts for workouts or drop-in recreation. As the largest student employer on campus, ChargerREC offers opportunities for professional and leadership development to help students develop transferrable skills for their future careers. Information on how to activate your membership, facility hours, and program registration can be found on the ChargerREC page on myCharger.

Counseling and Psychological Services

203.932.7333 • newhaven.edu/counseling

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers individual and group counseling, support groups, and consultation and can connect you to medication management services. We offer a variety of outreach programs throughout the year as well. CAPS is available for crisis support 24/7 and can be reached by calling 203.932.7333. CAPS is located in Charger Plaza, Suite 111, and appointments can be made at the office, by phone, or online. For information, including the scheduling link, see our website.

STUDENT SERVICES

Dean of Students Office

203.932.7432 • DeanofStudents@newhaven.edu

The Dean of Students Office provides support and advocacy for students. We answer questions; provide information about and referrals to campus resources; assist in students’ adjustment to the University; promote programs that address student needs, concerns, and interests; and help students in resolving problems of any kind.

Department of Athletics

203.932.7357 • newhavenchargers@newhaven.edu • newhavenchargers.com

Charger Athletics has a proud history of success, competing currently as an NCAA Division II member of the Northeast 10 Conference. Nearly 500 student-athletes across 20 varsity sports represent the Blue and Gold of Charger Nation. The Chargers are committed to developing champion student-athletes on the field of play, in the classroom, and in their personal lives. Through intense and intentional physical training and individualized leadership and career development initiatives, Charger student-athletes are prepared to succeed beyond graduation.

Health Services

203.932.7079

Health Services provides initial care for minor injuries and illness and diagnosis, referral, and follow-up care for more severe conditions. The office is often the primary provider of on-campus medical care for students. Health Services also provides care and counseling in health-related matters. Health Services is open to ALL University students. Students should call to make appointments and will be required to download myChart to keep up to date on their appointments with Health Services.

Information Technology

203.932.8324 (option 2) • studenttechsupport@newhaven.edu

The Office of Information Technology coordinates all computing, networking, and telecommunication services for all constituents of the University community. The department is organized into several subcomponents to provide service-specific assistance. For new students, this includes Campus Card and the myCharger Portal.

Marvin K. Peterson Library

203.932.7197

The Marvin K. Peterson Library includes three floors of quiet study space, an Information Commons, the Charger Café, group study rooms, comfortable seating, stacks and reference areas, eight iMacs, 71 desktop and 10 laptop computers, four iPads, four high-speed black and white printers, a color printer, and two full-color scanners. Wireless networking is available in all areas of the library.

Meditation & Spirituality Center

15 Ruden Street, Ground Level

7 a.m.–10 p.m. daily Open to all campus community members (entry with Campus ID Card)

The Meditation & Spirituality Center provides students, faculty, and staff of all faiths and beliefs with use of the space in a manner that reflects the best that their religious or spiritual tradition has to offer the campus community. There is a dedicated space for community members of the Muslim faith, including separate prayer rooms for men and women, and foot-washing stations for convenient ritual washing. The meditation space offers opportunities for the development and expression of religious ideas and values and the work that flows from them. Questions or concerns can be sent to the Dean of Students Office at deanofstudents@newhaven.edu

Myatt Center for Diversity & Inclusion

203.932.7427 • cdi@newhaven.edu

The Myatt Center for Diversity and Inclusion assists the University of New Haven in promoting cultural diversity, awareness, and sensitivity throughout the campus community. They are located on the lower level of Gerber Hall.

Office of Graduate and International Student Life 203.479.4224 • ogisl@newhaven.edu • newhaven.edu/ogisl

The Office of Graduate and International Student Life is committed to building a supportive and vibrant community for students by helping you connect with any University of New Haven service or office and acting as your advocate and support system. We provide learning opportunities to add value to your graduate experience, such as providing leadership roles like the Go-Getters and the Campus Connections Program and preparing students for the future through the #ProSeries workshops. We also organize a variety of social, networking, and community service opportunities to engage the graduate and international student community, including our monthly Grad’s Night Out and Graduate Student Appreciation Week, which takes place every spring semester.

Office of Residential Life (ORL)

203.932.7076 • https://mycharger.newhaven.edu/web/mycharger/office-of-residential-life

The Office of Residential Life (ORL) provides students with housing on campus at the University. ORL aims to provide students with quality housing and a quality experience, engaging them in a community designed to support their academic, personal, and professional pursuits.

One Stop Student Financial and Registrar Services Office

The One Stop is an integrated customer service office representing the offices of the Bursar, Financial Aid, and Registrar. Their office assists students and families with their student billing, financial aid, and registration questions.

Bursar’s Office – Tuition Billing and Payment Processing 203.932.7217 • bursar@newhaven.edu

Financial Aid – Grants, Scholarships, and Loans 203.932.7315 • financialaid@newhaven.edu

Registrar’s Office – Course Registration, Academic Records, and Transcripts 203.932.7309 • registrar@newhaven.edu

The University of New Haven partners with flywire to make it easy to transfer payments from overseas. Check out more information at www.newhaven.edu/about/departments/bursars/payment-options/ international-wire-transfers.php

University Immigration Services

203.932.7475 • uis@newhaven.edu https://mycharger.newhaven.edu/web/mycharger/international-services

The Office of University Immigration Services (UIS) provides document services and visa advising to the University’s diverse international student and scholar population throughout their visa status life cycle, from the issuance of the I-20 or DS-2019 until the end of post-program periods of practical training. The UIS is here to help navigate compliance to often complex visa regulations and to service the immigration needs of F-1 and J-1 students and scholars, their dependents, and other nonimmigrant visa holders who seek advice. International students can often find answers to most of their questions on the UIS myCharger landing page or by submitting the General Inquiry e-form found on the UIS Forms page.

University of New Haven Police Department

Emergency: 203.932.7070 • Nonemergency: 203.932.7014 https://www.newhaven.edu/student-life/public-safety/

The University Police Department is responsible for providing 24-hour police patrol to help assure the personal safety and security of all University students, faculty, staff, and guests and to protect personal and University property.

PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR SERIES

#ProSeminarSeries & #LeadershipS-Series

The Professional Seminar Series (#ProS-Series) is designed to enhance the learning experience for graduate students outside of the classroom. The seminars will assist students with entering the career of their choice and developing lifelong skills and understandings through the Competency Learning Experience (CLE).

We are excited to announce that following feedback from our graduate students, we will be running a Leadership Seminar Series during the spring semester. This seminar series will focus on exploring models of leadership, skill set building, conflict resolution, community leadership, and women in leadership.

We are hopeful that both the #ProS-Series and the #LeadershipS-Series will be eligible for University of New Haven certificates for those who complete the program to place on your resumes.

It is strongly recommended that all graduate students complete the iKnow series of seminars or work closely with the Career Development Center. Monthly

PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR SERIES

iKnow Series

This is a collaborative program subseries for international students with the Career Development Center. Domestic graduate students are also very welcome to attend and will benefit from the experience.

iKnow: Resume Building and the American Job Market

What to expect about recruiting laws, how to prepare your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn; and how to use ChargerLink

iKnow: Marketing Your Whole Self, International is an Asset

Being International is an asset! Learn about how to highlight this, along with emotional intelligence, and the cultural differences and nuances of organizational behaviors that will impact you as an international employee

iKnow: Job Searching and Interview Process

Learn how to find international-friendly employers, networking 101, and frequent questions, soft skills, and competencies that employers will ask for.

iKnow: From Student to Sponsorship: Navigating the International Student Journey

Hear a panel of alumni who have successfully received sponsorship from their employers; ask them questions and hear what they wish they knew!

Facilitation

Facilitation based on a book by Ingrid Bens, Facilitating with Ease! Core Skills for Facilitators, Team Leaders and Members, Manager, Consultants, and Trainers; helps people create and manage effective group dynamics and fosters true collaboration

Creative Thinking

Identifies unique behavioral characteristics of creative thinking and discusses how to achieve goals using creative thinking methods

STEM Ph.D. Informational Panel

What do current graduate students need to know to prepare themselves for a future as a Ph.D. candidate? Ask all your burning questions, and hear from current and past students about getting your Ph.D. in a STEM field after you graduate from the University of New Haven!

Annual Cross Disciplinary Case Competition

The Case Competition (CC) is a chance to grow beyond your comfort zone, apply what you are learning in your courses, and raise your career prospects. The CC is truly cross-disciplinary and integrative, as you will find in today’s workplace. It requires diagnosing a real-organization case from multiple perspectives and recommending solutions. Judges are recruited from a pool of the university’s professional contacts as well as our esteemed alumni. Participation boosts participants’ career networks and resume distinctiveness.

Last year’s program asked teams of graduate students to diagnose Verily Life Sciences and machine learning. Students from engineering, business, criminal justice, and I/O psycholgy all had something to contribute to this case. Several professional workshops preceded the competition to prepare teams to perform at their best.

Interested graduate students must apply via the Office of Graduate and International Student Life (OGISL) Charger Connection portal. Check your University of New Haven email later this fall for more details.

Graduate Student Showcase

Will you be participating in research as part of your graduate coursework? Do you have an internship or assistantship that includes project development? The Graduate Student Showcase is a poster forum for University of New Haven graduate students to present their research and experiential learning opportunities to the university community. Students from all graduate programs are encouraged to present current or recently completed projects both within their academic studies and their internships. The showcase is a wonderful way to engage the community in the benefits of research and how to communicate your experiences to people outside of your field of study. Students do not have to have a poster completed for the application but will need to provide an abstract on the application. GSS will print posters for those who do not already have a poster. Participants will be judged by a panel of faculty and staff and may be awarded up to $100.00 in prizes. Students can apply to participate in the Graduate Student Showcase at the beginning of the spring semester, so check your university email in January.

RSO

There are over 150 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) operating at the University of New Haven. One of best ways of enjoying your experience as a Charger and maximizing your time here is to get involved. Representatives of the RSOs will be present at the resource fair and during welcome week. More information about these organizations can be found on the portal under “Charger Connection.”

The following RSOs report to Graduate Student Council.

• Accounting Society

• African Graduate Student Association

• Alpha Phi Omega (APO)

• Alpha Sigma Kappa — Women in Technical Studies

• American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA -LAE)

• Campus Crusade for Christ (CRU)

• Chi Kappa Rho (XKR)

• Chinese Student and Scholar Association

• Community Psychology Club (CPC)

• Commuter Club

• Data Science Alliance

• Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society

• Delta Delta Epsilon Forensic Science Honor Society

• Elite Step Team (UNH Step Team)

• Graduate Forensic Science Club (GFSC)

• Indian Student Council (ISC)

• Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE)

• Men’s Rugby Club

• Military Service Engagement Club

• Monsoon Dance Crew

• Muslim Students Association

• National Security Council

• Personal and Firearms Safety Awareness Club

• Premed Experience Pathway Club

• Rotaract

• Scientista

• Ski Snowboard Club

• Society for Human Resource Management Club (SHRM)

• Student Organization of Healthcare Administration (SOHA)

• Student Public Health Association

• TedX

• Women in Business

Recognized Student Organizations

Scan the QR code or visit chargerconnection.newhaven.edu to find more information on RSOs.

SOCIAL EVENTS

The Grad Night Out Series

This is a monthly social gathering or event presented by the Office of Graduate and International Student Life. These events can range from a game night at a local restaurant to an off-campus trip or sporting event. The Grad Night Out Series provides an opportunity for our graduate students to network and interact with one another on a social level outside of the classroom. These popular events tend to sell out quickly, so we encourage graduate students to sign up as soon as tickets go on sale. The Grad Night Out series is sponsored by the Graduate Student Council and in the past has included trips to a Major League Baseball and a National Football League game, an amusement park and haunted graveyard, and Radio City Music Hall in NYC for the Christmas Spectacular show.

Social Events

January Lunar New Year Movie Night

February Movie Night Bowling Night The Battle Trivia Night

March Movie Night i-Fest Washington D.C. Spring Break Trip Ice Hockey Trip

April 10-16 Graduate Student Appreciation Week

Enjoy activities such as formal networking, celebrations, entertainment, a formal etiquette dinner, and off-campus events May Commencement Ball