Thursday's weather forecast calls for snow to arrive in our area at approximately 7 a.m., with snow falling at a moderate rate for 2 or 3 hours before it changes to a brief period of freezing rain and then a changeover to plain rain by early afternoon, ending all together by mid-afternoon. Total snow accumulation is predicted to be 2-3 inches. This will result in hazardous driving conditions.
Due to the storm’s timing and the potential for freezing rain, all in-person day classes on Thursday, February 6, 2025 are cancelled. All scheduled in-person classes beginning before 4 p.m. will transition to being held online or remotely.
Additional information on the virtual format for each class will be provided by the instructor. Any change in the status for Thursday evening's classes beginning at 4 p.m. or later will be announced by 1 p.m. Thursday.
Faculty have been asked to prepare for Online or Remote sessions in the event of in-person meeting cancellations. These options will be determined by the Faculty member and all questions should be directed to the Faculty teaching each course section. Faculty also have been asked to be very understanding and accommodating of the individual situations of their students who may have difficulty managing these alternative online or remote class meetings on short notice.
Please note that only essential employees, as previously determined by their respective department leaders, should report to campus Thursday. All other employees should fulfill the requirements of their role remotely.
Campus operations for residential students, unless otherwise noted, will operate as scheduled, though hours may be modified or changed based on the conditions. Separate messages will be sent from the Peterson Library, the Beckerman Recreation Center, and Dining Services regarding any changes to their normal hours of operation. The Bergami Center for Science, Technology, and Innovation will remain open Thursday for residential students to use for study space and to participate in online classes.
Residential students should be prepared to move their vehicles, if requested, for snow removal operations.
We will provide updates as warranted. Stay safe.
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Jess Holzer, Ph.D., an expert in health policy, is passionate about improving equity in healthcare and building connections in the surrounding community.
January 7, 2020
Jess Holzer, Ph.D., an assistant professor of healthcare administration and policy, says her goal is to improve the health and well-being of mothers, especially new mothers and those who are expecting. She is investigating postpartum mental illness or disability directly related to pregnancy and/or childbirth.
“My greatest pride is my current project on maternal morbidities,” she said. “My colleague and I are excited to find many others interested in the topic, and we are planning future interventions in the hope of reducing maternal morbidities postpartum.”
An expert in health policy with a focus on equity, Dr. Holzer previously served as a faculty member at Hofstra University. She earned her Ph.D. in health policy and bioethics from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, her master’s degree in bioethics from Case Western Reserve University, and her bachelor’s degree in biology and philosophy from Wellesley College.
"Assuring the well-being of mothers benefits babies, families, and communities. Helping people access educational and occupational opportunities without the cost or challenges of needing a car is also crucial."Jessica Holzer, Ph.D.
She credits her personal experiences for sparking her interest in maternal health and active transportation – such as biking and walking. She says investments are needed in both areas in order to improve lives and increase equity.
“Assuring the well-being of mothers benefits babies, families, and communities,” she said. “Helping people access educational and occupational opportunities without the cost or challenges of needing a car is also crucial.”
A former postdoctoral fellow at Yale, Dr. Holzer was familiar with the New Haven area before joining the University’s faculty last fall. She has also lived in Queens and in Long Beach, New York.
An avid traveler, Dr. Holzer has been to every continent but Antarctica – a place she hopes to visit one day. She is now focused on continuing to connect with the University and the local community.
“I'm excited to be part of the School of Health Sciences,” she said. “I am looking forward to growing the programs, and to developing partnerships across the University.”
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A new weather station on the Branford Trolley Trail is upgrading environmental research and data collection, offering real-time insights into the effects of climate change on coastal ecosystems.
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Henrik Nielsen, a Scandinavian business executive, has significantly increased his original seven-figure gift, enabling the University to support 42 Afghan women seeking to continue their education in the United States.
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Beatrice Glaviano ’26 breaks down the science of sugar, the myths, and why donuts still deserve a place in our lives this semester.