9/11 Survivor Named Commencement Speaker
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ marks its 80th Commencement Exercises on Sat., May 11, with 9/11 survivor Dan Holdridge delivering the keynote address to the Class of 2024. The ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on the Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Green.
Walk for Suicide Prevention
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ invites the community to attend A Story Unfinished: Walk for Suicide Prevention on Sunday, April 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Hosted by the Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Mental Health Club and the Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Commuter Association, the event raises money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Participation is free, but the fundraising goal for the walk is $5,000. The event takes place rain or shine.
Black History Month Event Draws Hundreds
Several hundred attendees converged on the Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ campus on Feb. 25 during Black History Month for a community celebration of Black heritage and culture called “Letting OUR Voices Be Heard.” Conceived and organized by first-year student-athlete Inonda Christine Peterson, the event featured dozens of Black performers, artists, businesses and organizations. Plans are already underway for next year’s event
Children’s Songs Conference and Festival
Celebrate children’s songs and learn about children’s music at the “Artists & Educators Children’s Songs Conference & Festival,” 9am–3pm, Saturday, April 6, in the Clarke Center at Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ. The event features a conference geared toward musicians and educators and a Festival of Song that is open to the public.
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Welcomes Chief of Staff
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ recently welcomed Dr. Kelly L. Hart as chief of staff. A key member of President Tracy Y. Espy’s senior team, Hart will support the president on a wide range of strategic issues and provide leadership and operational oversight to the college.
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Expands Accessible, Flexible Learning Options
Based on a personalized education model, Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ’s specialized pathways help students reach their educational and professional goals. In addition to traditional 2- and 4-year degree programs, the college has added flexible new programs: degree completion for adult learners; training for companies and individuals seeking workforce development; living/learning for post-graduate success; and courses to accelerate a degree.
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Re-Accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ was recently re-accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), marking 68 years since the college was first accredited in 1956. The college was last reviewed in 2013.
Podcast Features President Espy, Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ
President Espy was interviewed recently on the Connecticut East This Week podcast, hosted by veteran broadcaster Brian Scott-Smith. Dr. Espy shares the latest on all that is happening at Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ.
Celebrate Black Heritage & Culture at ‘Letting OUR Voices Be Heard’ Event
In honor of Black History Month, “Letting OUR Voices Be Heard,” on Sunday, February 25, will feature dozens of Black performers and Black-owned businesses, including dancers, vocalists, instrumentalists, influential Black speakers, poets, natural hair specialists, visual artists, food trucks and others. Event admission is free, but registration is recommended.
CT Baby Bonds Program Information Session at Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ on Feb. 12
Connecticut State Treasurer Erick Russell and economist Darrick Hamilton of The New School will discuss CT Baby Bonds, the first-in-the-nation program to combat generational poverty. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is required by Feb. 3.
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Welcomes New Trustees
The Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ Board of Trustees is pleased to announce new members who have joined the board over the last year.