InternalUniversity News06/20/2025University of New Haven Names Manufacturing and Economic Development Expert as Inaugural Vice President of Innovation and Applied TechnologyPaul Lavoie, Connecticut’s current chief manufacturing officer, will begin his tenure at the University in July. In this capacity, he will oversee the creation of the University’s new Research and Development (R&D) Park. The R&D Park will provide companies with direct access to student talent, cutting-edge research, and pioneering innovation opportunities.June 20, 2025Paul LavoieNewscenter-elevation-centername-paul-lavoienews-allnews-releasesyear-2025