E-NEWSLETTER FOR ALUMNI & FRIENDS OCTOBER 2019
THOUSANDS SHOW THEIR CHARGER PRIDE AT homecoming 
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Guests gathered at the ever-popular Alumni Tailgate Party prior to the big game.
Thank you to the thousands of alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends who made Homecoming 2019: #TheBlueout a huge success. Check out this recap video to view highlights from the weekend.   

For those who weren't able to make it, please take a moment to fill out this brief survey to tell us about why you weren't able to join us, and what you would like to see at our Centennial Homecoming in 2020.

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Tamera Pompea and Charles E. Pompea '71, '90 EMBA, '06 Hon.
Pompea Legacy Gift Challenge Raises $12.5 Million for the University
The Pompea Legacy Gift Challenge was created by Board of Governors Vice Chair Charles E. Pompea ’71, ’90 EMBA, ’06 Hon., and his wife, Tamera. As part of The Charger Challenge Centennial campaign, the Pompeas announced their own bequest intention and offered to match dollar for dollar, up to a total of $5 million, any new legacy gifts that were included in a donor’s estate plan.

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Nick Amato '20 and Holly Barkal '21, show Bill Bucknall '63, '65, '08 Hon. the School of Health Sciences VR technology.
School of Health Sciences at Forefront of Incorporating Virtual Reality into Educational Experience
A virtual reality headset that enables students to learn about the human body may sound like science fiction, but it is now part of the classroom experience for students in the University's School of Health Sciences.

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The University is establishing a comprehensive academic curriculum in esports management.
University Announces First-of-Its-Kind Academic Program on Business of Esports
The University of New Haven announced that it is establishing a comprehensive academic curriculum in esports management. The first-of-its-kind program will be part of a business curriculum accredited by AACSB International, an accreditation that places the University’s College of Business among the top five percent of business schools worldwide.

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The Student Philanthropy Council recognized Lois Bergami and Sam Bergami '85 EMBA, '02 Hon. (center) for their support of the University.
Student Philanthropy Council Recognizes Longtime University Benefactors
University of New Haven Board of Governors member and former chair Sam Bergami '85 EMBA, '02 Hon. and Lois Bergami have supported the University for decades, making an impact on the lives of generations of students.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
OCT
24
Fourth Annual Oktoberfest Alumni Reception
Reminisce and reconnect with fellow alumni while savoring some of the finest craft beers Connecticut has to offer at the University of New Haven Alumni Association's Fourth Annual Oktoberfest. | REGISTER »
OCT
24
Project Management Certification Program
Differentiate yourself to employers and prospective clients with a Project Management Certificate on your résumé. There will be an information session on October 17, classes begin on October 24, and the deadline to register is October 31. Alumni can receive a $500 discount when registering for the full program (modules 1-5). Email pmcp@newhaven.edu to obtain the discount code. | REGISTER »
NOV
11
18th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
Join us on for the 18th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Monday, November 11, at 12:15 p.m. in the Maxcy Quad. A luncheon will follow. | RSVP »
NOV
15
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
The University of New Haven has partnered with the Institute of Industrial & Systems Engineers (IISE) to offer a Six Sigma Green Belt Certification. This three-day course, beginning on November 15, will provide an in-depth understanding of Six Sigma and show how to eliminate defects through fundamental process knowledge. | REGISTER »
FEB
7-9
Charging into a City Near You: Boca Raton, Florida
Plan to join us in Boca Raton, Florida, on February 7-9, 2020, for a weekend of events that will bring together fellow alumni, faculty, and the University’s most devoted supporters. More information coming soon.
APR
4
The Centennial Ball
Mark your calendar for a blue-and-gold-tie affair as we celebrate the University’s Centennial. Stay tuned for more details that will be coming soon.
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University of New Haven grads worked on ‘Joker’
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“Joker” just hit theaters, and two University of New Haven graduates were part of the movie magic. Tim Metzger '85 was the head of the set dressing department, and recent graduate, Nicholas Graham '16, worked in his department. | READ MORE »
Otoniel Reyes '14 MPA sworn in as NHPD chief
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Standing under both the American and Puerto Rican flag and next to his wife and 10-year-old son, Otoniel Reyes '14 MPA was sworn in as New Haven’s police chief. | READ MORE »
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As a graduate of the University of New Haven, you are automatically a member of the University of New Haven Alumni Association, joining a community of more than 59,000 fellow alumni. Your membership entitles you to a variety of benefits and services. We encourage you to take advantage of these exclusive alumni offers.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT FOR ALUMNI
The Career Development Center, located in the Bartels Student Activities Center on the West Haven Campus, provides services and counseling for career changes and for those looking to re-enter the job market. Whether you are in the process of a career transition, or just looking for professional growth within your current field, the Career Development Center will provide you with the tools you need to move forward.

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E-NEWSLETTER GIVEAWAY
Show your Charger spirit with this University of New Haven ceramic mug. The winner will be announced in next month's e-newsletter. Congratulations to Stuart Gutter, who won a University of New Haven t-shirt in last month’s giveaway.

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