E-NEWSLETTER FOR ALUMNI & FRIENDS SEPTEMBER 2021

Don’t Miss Homecoming Weekend: October 8-10

Join us for Homecoming Weekend: #TheBlueout! Highlights include the Charge Home Celebration at New Haven’s Trinity Bar on Friday evening and the Alumni Tailgate Party at North Campus on Saturday, followed by the Chargers football game. We will also celebrate the classes of 1971, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2020, and 2021.

We look forward to welcoming our alumni and friends back on campus to show your Charger Pride!

NEWS & EVENTS

Celebrating the life of Justine
Bernard ’23

Justine Bernard ’23 was a remarkable student studying forensic psychology who dreamed of making a difference. We lost her tragically to gun violence on June 2. In her honor, the University and Justine's family have created the Justine Bernard Memorial Fund. Please consider making a gift in Justine’s memory to support the students, faculty, and staff who exemplify her drive to make a more equitable, caring, loving, and just world.

University Names Accomplished Fundraising Executive to Lead Advancement

Brian Otis has joined the University as vice president for advancement, overseeing all fundraising and alumni engagement initiatives. He joins the University from the University of Connecticut Foundation, where he has spent the last two decades.

Alumna’s Bone Marrow Provides a
Life-Saving Gift

When Rachel Buck ’19 registered to be a bone marrow donor at an event at the University of New Haven, she never thought she would end up helping to save the life of a child with cancer. But that’s exactly what she did – and she recently met the boy, who has recovered, and his family.

Alumna Looks Forward to Empowering Patients Through a Career in Medicine

Sandy Durosier ’16 M.S., a graduate of the University’s master’s degree program in cellular and molecular biology, is now on her way to becoming a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Earlier this summer, she moved to Mesa, Arizona, to begin her studies at the A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine (ATSU-SOMA). She looks forward to being able to help her patients heal, just like the physicians who helped a member of her own family.

Collaboration with Dell Technologies to Foster Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Esports

The affiliation will create a graduate-level course focused on exploring and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in esports, creating new opportunities for students, and adding to Dell’s portfolio of global DEI initiatives.

Liberty Initiative Program Fosters Student Opportunities and Outcomes

The University’s Liberty Initiative enables students to engage in important and timely real-world research and consulting projects while networking with leading professionals, businesses, and think tanks.

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ALUMNI RESOURCES

Did You Know?

All graduates of the University of New Haven are automatically members of the University of New Haven Alumni Association, a community of more than 60,000 alumni. Your membership entitles you to a variety of benefits and services. We encourage you to take advantage of these exclusive alumni offers.

Dell Computers Discount for Alumni

Dell's Semi-Annual Sale runs now through 9/22. As University of New Haven alumni, you can save 17% on desktops, laptops, keyboards, and more with the code SAVE17! Don't forget to grab your 10% off coupon to use on electronics and accessories for additional savings on lots of great add-ons!

E-Newsletter Giveaway

Enter to win a special Charger giveaway! The winner will be announced in next month's e-newsletter. Congratulations to Al DeMarco ’74, who won a University of New Haven prize in last month’s giveaway.