Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences News
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Faculty Members Recognized for Excellence In and Out of Classroom
The University community proudly celebrated the excellence of 11 faculty members at the annual Faculty Excellence Awards, recognizing their dedication to their students, their educational journeys, and their future success.
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National Security Major Reflects on Meeting Ukrainian Senior Lieutenant and Combat Veteran
Christopher Rynich Ӱԭ26 M.S. was among those in the audience as senior Lieutenant Mykola Melnyk, a veteran of the Ukrainian 47th Mechanized Brigade visited campus to interact with students.
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Grad Student Commencement Speaker Encourages Classmates: ӰԭIt is Our Turn to Pay it ForwardӰԭ
The University of New Haven recognized its newest graduates who earned master's and doctoral degrees during two ceremonies as part of its 2025 Commencement. The celebrations included special messages shared by graduates who were selected through a competitive process to address their fellow graduates.
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Fire Science Students Earn Top Honors for Arson Detection Research
University of New Haven students Lauren Mulinski Ӱԭ25 and Alison Perry Ӱԭ24, MS Ӱԭ26 were awarded ӰԭBest Overall Research PosterӰԭ at the International Association of Arson InvestigatorsӰԭ International Training Conference for their project examining homemade napalm detection by accelerant canines.
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Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences Celebrates Exemplary Student Achievement
Honors students and award recipients were recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to making a difference in public safety and law enforcement.
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Lee College Alumnus and Ph.D. candidate Recognized by Polish National Police
Patryk Jaroszkiewicz '16, '20 M.S., who is pursuing his Ph.D. in criminal justice, received a prestigious civilian honor from the Commander of the Polish National Police for his work bridging two distinctly different police forces.
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Recognizing a Commitment to Youth Justice Reform
Samantha Villa Ӱԭ25 was recognized by the UniversityӰԭs Tow Youth Justice Institute with the Diane Sierpina Award. Through advocacy, leadership, and research, she is working to create meaningful change for young people in the justice system.
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Honoring the Legacy of Vietnam Veterans at the University of New Haven
The University of New Haven is recognizing the service and sacrifices of Vietnam Veterans through a series of events and initiatives leading up to the 50th anniversary of the warӰԭs end. Faculty, students, and veterans reflect on the importance of this commemoration and the lessons it offers to future generations.
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Model United Nation Team Reflects on Transformative Trip to the Galápagos
University of New Haven Model UN students traveled to Ecuador for an international conference. They honed their diplomatic skills, formed lasting friendships, and explored one of the worldӰԭs most breathtaking environments.
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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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Visit Builds Foundation for Collaboration Opportunities with University in Albania
University and Lee College leaders coordinated a visit to Connecticut for a contingent from the University of Tirana, Albania, further strengthening the University of New HavenӰԭs role as a leader in fostering global academic partnerships.
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Visiting Scholar Bridges Borders in Healthcare
The University of New Haven welcomed Dr. Kateryna Lokes, a Ukrainian oral surgeon and visiting scholar, for a six-week fellowship through the BridgeUSA program. Her visit brought new perspectives on healthcare, resilience, and academic collaboration to the University community.
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National Security Professor Serves as Observer for ӰԭHistoricӰԭ Election in Eastern Europe
Olena Lennon, Ph.D., an adjunct professor of national security, reflects on her experiences being one of only a handful of Americans to participate in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in EuropeӰԭs election observation mission in Moldova.
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Longtime Professor, Advocate Receives Prestigious Award for Work on Behalf of LGBTQ+ Community
Michael Lawlor, J.D., associate professor of criminal justice and acting associate dean of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, was honored by Lambda Legal, a national organization committed to achieving full recognition of the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, for his work as an attorney, a legislator, a policy maker, and an educator.
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University of New Haven Elevates Criminal Justice Ph.D. with Innovative Instructional Program
Prof. Cassandra Sedelmaier and Dr. Chris Sedelmaier have developed a Teaching Practicum to equip doctoral candidates in criminal justice with the tools they need to be effective educators, while also enhancing the undergraduate learning experience.