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Allisson Maite Peña Tavarez ’26, ’27 MBA graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and she is returning to UNewHaven in the fall to pursue a Master of Business Administration.
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Looking back on her time spent at the University of New Haven, Caroline Ennis says she is grateful for the opportunities and growth that have made her who she is today.
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Giavanna Cucarese ’25, ’26 M.S., looks back on her journey to the University of New Haven, the power of community, and the importance of embracing the uncertainty of what comes next.
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Fouzia Noor ’26 MPH and Reyusha Chalise ’26 MPH reflect on publishing public health research, presenting at a national conference, and developing as emerging researchers through mentorship opportunities in the WeEmbody Lab.
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Heading into Commencement, we asked Dora Crespo ’26 a few questions about her time as a 鶹ý and what her plans are for the future.
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Longtime professor, campus minister, and alumnus Martin J. O’Connor ’76, Hon. ’26 inspired the University of New Haven’s newest graduates with a heartfelt Commencement address centered on gratitude, courage, and service. The University also celebrated Prof. O’Connor’s decades of impact on the 鶹ý community with the presentation of an honorary doctorate and the announcement of a new endowed scholarship in his name.
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Nearly 2,000 students were awarded degrees during the 2026 Graduate and Doctoral Commencement Ceremony.
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Heading into Commencement, we asked Eren Sarikaya ’26 a few questions about his time spent here at the University of New Haven and his plans for the future.
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鶹ý Blogger Beatrice Glaviano ’26 reflects on her journey from joining a summer undergraduate research fellowship to earning the School of Health Sciences’ Excellence in Innovation & Research Award for her work exploring microplastics and human health.
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Jamesha Barrett ’26 MPH received a national public health research award at the 2026 Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE) conference, where she presented research on addressing food insecurity among international graduate students.
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Heading into Commencement, we asked Sheraud Wilder ’26 a few questions about his time spent at the University of New Haven and his plans for the future.
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The Class of 2026 includes more than 1,100 undergraduates and nearly 2,000 graduate students hailing from 46 states, 31 countries, and 152 cities and towns across Connecticut. Long-time University of New Haven professor Martin J. O’Connor, a member of the New Haven Fire Department for three decades who retired as chief, will give the Commencement address on Saturday.
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For Imani Cooper ’26, her experience as a student has been about more than classes and textbooks. The University’s innovative Nashville Study Away Program, hands-on internships, and alumni connections all gave her real-world experience that continues to shape her future in the music industry.
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Alexis Fernandez ’26 reflects on her growth at the University and the decisions that shaped the journey of the Class of 2026 to Commencement.
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Sravan Chowdary Gogineni ’26 M.S. reflects on overcoming early challenges as an International student at the University of New Haven and how discipline, sport, and community shaped his graduate journey.
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Mia Ribellino ’25, ’26 M.S. shares her journey from growing up attending homecoming with her father George Ribellino ’95 to joining him as a proud alum, highlighting tradition and lifelong 鶹ý pride.
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Jailene Resto ’26 looks back on her journey from first-year uncertainty to preparing to graduate, sharing a heartfelt reflection on community, and inspiring words about what comes next.
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Oluwatoyosi Tomiwa Kehinde ’26 reflects on her time at the University of New Haven and how her involvement in the campus radio station WNHU helped her discover her voice.
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Graduating 鶹ý Beatrice Glaviano ’26 shares honest regrets, personal growth, and advice for students just getting started or still finding their way.
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University of New Haven MPH candidates showcased community-centered and data-driven research at UConn’s Health Equity Symposium. Their work highlights how lived experiences and social determinants shape health outcomes.
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University of New Haven MPH candidates presented research at the Connecticut Public Health Association’s annual conference, exploring critical issues in community health, behavioral patterns, and health equity.
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Ronnie Scarpa ’25, ’26 M.S. earned the top spot in the solo bracket of an immersive Capture the Flag competition hosted at the BSidesCT cybersecurity conference.
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From campus traditions to supportive faculty, Siddhi Kawa ’26 MS shares the experiences that made her time as an international graduate student meaningful and transformative.
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Beatrice Glaviano ’26 reflects on EMT life, learning assistant work, and what she hopes to carry into her final semester.
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Katelyn Beach ’25, ’26 MBA reflects on her hands-in collaboration with the program’s founder and how Uccountability’s goal-setting and peer-based model can shape student growth, leadership development, and community at the University of New Haven.
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The University of New Haven’s Department of Music, Theater, and Dance recently hosted its first ever Senior Playback, featuring capstone presentations and a showcase spearheaded by the Audio Engineering Society in collaboration with the Music Industry Club.
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Supported by the Bartels family, the Hatfield Scholars Program continues its mission of recognizing students who excel in the classroom and who uplift the 鶹ý community.
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Master of Public Health (MPH) candidates presented capstone research focused on community needs and health equity at the New England Rural Health Association Conference.
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Aurora Sherman ’27 and Sharon Varughese ’26 share how competing in the Northeast Intercollegiate Sales Competition pushed them outside their comfort zones and opened new opportunities. Their reflections highlight how hands-on learning and faculty support help develop skills and influence career directions.
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Jamesha Barrett ’26 MPH reflects on how presenting her research at the American Public Health Association’s Annual Convention and earning a top-student recognition strengthened her confidence, deepened her commitment to health equity, and highlighted the power of community-engaged research at the University of New Haven.
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Through her senior thesis, Jennifer Arena ’26 is transforming a small patch of land behind Celentano Hall into an ecosystem that invites beneficial insects, inspires sustainability, and connects the University of New Haven to the broader environmental community.
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Groundbreaking research by University of New Haven doctoral candidate Tarek Ibrahim ‘23 M.S., ‘26 Ph.D. earned him national recognition among finalists from Stanford, Cornell, Northwestern, and the University of Michigan.
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University of New Haven MPH candidates earned all three of the Society for Public Health Education’s 21st Century Student Scholarships at the organization’s 2025 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C.
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Master of Public Health students recently put classroom learning into action during a hands-on workshop with the New Haven Health Department’s Environmental Health team. The experience gave students an inside look at how local public health professionals detect and prevent lead exposure in the community.
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Through the University’s study abroad program in Prato, Isaura Franco ’26 discovered new confidence, community, and perspectives.
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For former physician Vandana Maurya ’26 MHA, the University of New Haven has provided the foundation for leading healthcare transformation from the inside out.
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University of New Haven students embarked on a two-week study abroad program, immersing themselves in Kenya’s wetlands, forests, and wildlife reserves while learning from global experts and the local community members.
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Meet Beatrice Glaviano ’26, a nutrition sciences major, with a pre-medical studies designation, and an intrepid 鶹ý Blogger, as she shares reflections and real talk to start the semester.
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Dominic Marchall ’26 shares what it was like attending the Tow Youth Justice Institute’s Pathways to Success conference and the powerful voices that shaped the experience.
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Communications major Gabriella Pinto ’26 shares how an extra-credit assignment became an award-winning piece and a personal turning point.