The Charger Bulletin

Does Media’s Language Influence Opinion?

Patricia Oprea April 27, 2016

Language use is key to poets, to actors, to grant writers, and a great many professions. When used tactically and accurately, words have great power, yet, when they are used wrongly or distortedly, they...

The Complexity of Illegality: The Unseen Sides of Immigration

Patricia Oprea April 6, 2016

With this upcoming election, more people than ever are beginning or expanding an interest in politics. This was supported at the University of New Haven by a student-filled Alumni Lounge on Mar. 29. Here,...

en History-Changing Women You (Probably) Haven’t Heard Of

Patricia Oprea March 30, 2016

As March is Women’s History Month, female-centric articles fill the Internet and events geared towards female students pop up on University of New Haven calendars. However, often the same women are recognized....

The Silent Killer: Microaggressions in Everyday Life

Patricia Oprea March 23, 2016

Most people haven’t heard of the term “microaggression”. This isn’t statistical, merely from the fact that, when asked, only 4 people out of a half-filled Alumni Lounge last week raised their hands....

Tackling Homelessness in New Haven

Patricia Oprea March 23, 2016

Connecticut was the first state in the United States to end veteran homelessness this past year. Now there is another challenge to overcome—ending chronic homelessness. This refers to people who have...

Post (or close to)-Grad…Now What?

Patricia Oprea March 9, 2016

When the word “volunteering” is mentioned, images of high school students trying to meet graduation requirements or retired citizens spending their free time come to mind. Volunteering is known as...

The Elusive Fountain of Youth: How and Why the U.S. Prides in the Young and Preys on the Old

Patricia Oprea March 9, 2016

“Triumphing the enemy” is a phrase that might bring images of war, of revolution, of change and victors and losers to mind. However, this phrase can be used to describe a rather natural phenomenon,...

Chinese New Year in the Limelight

Patricia Oprea February 24, 2016

In the United States, the New Year is always celebrated on Jan. 1, but this is not the case in all countries, like those of the East. In China, this year began Feb. 8, and marks the start of the year...

The Politics and Future of Climate Change, Immigration, Technology and Wealth

Patricia Oprea February 17, 2016

“We live in the most prosperous times,” assures Hans Brattskar, aside from what the news is showing.  There is a revolution in life expectancy; people are living longer and healthier lives than in...

How to Readjust and How to Go Back: The Connecticut Study Abroad Reentry Conference

Patricia Oprea February 10, 2016

They say you only study abroad once. Well, even that’s a slim chance. According to Association of International Educators, only 1.5 percent of students have studied abroad in 2014, and this number is...

The Charger Battery

Patricia Oprea May 7, 2014

Positives: + Summer is right around the corner! Remember to stay safe and enjoy these few months without school. Don’t spend it all wishing you were back at UNH, because that will come all too quickly. +...

The Charger Battery

Patricia Oprea April 30, 2014

Positives: + Good use was made of the German Club this past week with events. On Thursday, Marine Biology club had their annual Marine Carnival (complete with a mechanical shark), LAU had a rollerblading...

Mindful Snacking

Patricia Oprea April 30, 2014

Vendor Fair offers nutritious snacks for students, promotes healthy eating. In a fast-paced college life, eating nutritious food may not be a high priority for students. For some, work or class...

The Charger Battery

Patricia Oprea April 23, 2014

Positives: + This year Disable the Label was an interactive day about disabilities that either receive no coverage or negative coverage by the media. From activity tables, to guest speakers, and performances,...

The Charger Battery

Patricia Oprea April 16, 2014

Positives: + Congratulations to all who were involved in the annual student art show, Breaking the Grid! Students submitted pieces that were selected by a guest juror; some went on to be displayed in...

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