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Lifelong Connections

After graduation, Quinnipiac alumni stay connected to the University community through the Alumni Association, which hosts networking and social events throughout the country, as well as the annual Reunion and Homecoming events on campus.  View photos from Reunion 2013

 

Educating Future Leaders

Starting this fall, Quinnipiac will be one of a select number of universities in the country with a law school and a medical school. Our School of Law is consistently ranked among the nation's top law schools. Our Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine will be unique in its focus on educating primary care doctors.  Learn more

 

A Time to Celebrate

Commencement is a time filled with excitement and achievement. The University congratulates all Class of 2013 graduates. Two Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies were held on May 19. Graduate Commencement and School of Law Commencement ceremonies took place on May 12.  View coverage

 

Newsworthy Events

Scott Pelley, anchor and managing editor of the “CBS Evening News with Scott Pelley," received the 20th annual Fred Friendly First Amendment Award on Friday, May 10.  View story, photos and video

 

Community Spirit

Quinnipiac is known for its strong sense of community. Our student organizations and Greek chapters are dedicated to community outreach and service. Here, Quinnipiac students take part in "The Big Event," a nationwide day of community service at colleges across the country.  Learn more about community service

 

Nationally-Known Polling Institute

Frequently cited by journalists, public officials and researchers, the independent Quinnipiac University Poll regularly surveys residents nationwide about political races, state and national elections and issues of public concern.  View latest poll results

 

Natural Beauty + Academic Excellence

Ninety minutes from New York City and two hours from Boston, Quinnipiac is located next to picturesque Sleeping Giant Mountain in Hamden, Conn. The campus is home to 6,500 undergraduates and 2,500 graduate students, coming from 30 states and several countries.  More about our campuses

 

A Comprehensive Education

At Quinnipiac, your educational journey encompasses more than just time spent in the classroom or laboratory. Learning takes place in residence halls, on athletic fields, during study abroad, internships, community-based service work and beyond. We strive for all pieces of the University to be tightly connected in ways that support learning and the development of the well-prepared graduate.  Learn more

 

A Living/Learning Environment

Students love living on campus in our residence halls. From day one, students are immersed in a supportive academic environment that offers a home away from home.  More about living at Quinnipiac

 

A Competitive Edge

Boomer the bobcat is Quinnipiac’s official mascot and cheers on our 19 NCAA Division I teams. Quinnipiac is especially known for its hockey teams, who compete in the ECAC league. We also offer a variety of intramural and recreational opportunities to students.  Read more

 

Quinnipiac News + Events

Quinnipiac Polling Institute

New poll results available Aug. 8

A New Jersey poll found Christie crushes Dem in New Jersey governor's race; voters don't know if running mates can run state.

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Abbott and Malloy

Communications professor and Polling Institute staff member win Emmy

"Aeromedical," a documentary by Rebecca Abbott and Tim Malloy, was chosen for an Emmy award by the Boston/New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

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Jeffrey Meyer

Law professor Jeffrey Meyer nominated for U.S. District Court seat

Jeffrey Meyer, a professor of law in the School of Law, has been nominated by President Obama for an open seat in the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut.

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Student-led campus tour

Undergraduate Fall Open House Sept. 21

High school students and their parents are invited to spend a few hours on campus and learn more about Quinnipiac during the Fall Open House Saturday, Sept. 21.

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University unveils online nursing program

Quinnipiac has unveiled a new online program to both meet the individual needs of employed registered nurses as well as the societal needs for a better educated nursing workforce.

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University to host orientation

Quinnipiac will host an orientation session for incoming freshmen Wednesday, Aug. 21, through Thursday, Aug. 22. Incoming students take part in social activities, explore the campuses, meet with academic deans and faculty advisers and learn about campus resources.

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The Arnold Bernhard Library at Quinnipiac

Quinnipiac named a '2013 Great College to Work For'

Quinnipiac is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to a new survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education released July 22.

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Renowned Irish Famine expert Christine Kinealy appointed to faculty

Christine Kinealy, a world-renowned authority on Ireland’s Great Hunger, has been appointed professor of history and Irish studies. In addition, Kinealy will serve as director of the newly created Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute at Quinnipiac, which will serve as a scholarly resource for the study of the Great Hunger.

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Q+A

How does Quinnipiac help with career planning?

- Joey Avena '12, MS '14

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Are there resources for students who are falling behind in a class?

- Rachel Booth '15

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What kind of internship opportunities are there?

- Colin Carrasquillo '14

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What are the professors like at Quinnipiac?

- Nicole Dover '14

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What if I don't have a major?

- Pete Nikitas '14

Global Citizenship

QU MBA students in Hungary

MBA Students Travel to Hungary

The annual trip offers a glimpse into the worlds of Hungarian business and politics.

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A QU student with the Dalai Lama

A Peaceful Gathering

The Albert Schweitzer Institute sent students to a gathering of Nobel Laureates to promote nuclear non-proliferation.

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Student in Nicaragua

Alternative Spring Break

Each year, the Albert Schweitzer Institute leads students on a trip to Nicaragua to take part in humanitarian service projects.

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Teaching + Learning

QU students in Nicaragua

Life-Saving Lessons

Professors and students traveled to Leon, Nicaragua, to teach first aid and CPR to local residents.

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Students learn about anthropology at the BMS Center

Inquiring Minds

A group of local middle school students learned about the science of anthropology through a special program at Quinnipiac.

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Student with a camel in Egypt

Students Experience Middle East Politics Up Close

A group of undergraduates traveled to Egypt as part of a course on global community.

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Business + Entrepreneurship

QU students in Nicaragua small

Fueling Success

Students gain firsthand knowledge about microlending through a service-learning program over winter break.

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Women in the MBA program

Linking In

Women in the MBA program work to level the corporate playing field.

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Professor's Research Examines Entrepreneurship in China

Xiaohong He is interested in what makes successful businesses tick.

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Science + Technology

Students in Hungary

Digging Deep

QU team participates in archaeological dig in an effort to learn more about the Bronze Age of Eastern Hungary.

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Professors Ronald Beckett and Gerald Conlogue

Unraveling a Mystery

QU professors used advanced diagnostic imaging equipment to explore a 4,000-year-old mummy.

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Professor and two students in lab

Super Germs

Professors and students are looking for DNA that can turn ordinary bacteria into anti-biotic resistant super germs.

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Health + Medicine

Local elementary school students taking part in an activity day at Quinnipiac

Movement with Momentum

Health advocates are making strides to end childhood obesity.

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QU nursing students in Nicaragua

Exploring Nurses’ Role in Nicaragua

Quinnipiac nursing students gain valuable insight on a trip to a Nicaraguan hospital.

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School of Medicine professor Anna-leila Williams

Holistic Care

Future Quinnipiac medical students will learn about how environmental and social factors can play a role in healing.

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Communicate + Innovate

Real-World Challenges

A class of engineering students was challenged to work in teams to create robots that could navigate an obstacle course. The project presented them with a real-world, hands-on project testing what they've learned throughout the semester.

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