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Six hundred guests celebrated Central Connecticut State University’s 175th anniversary in style at “A Legacy of Excellence,” a gala event held at the university on Nov. 2 at the C.J. Huang Recreation Center on campus.
The sold-out event raised more than $600,000 for the CCSU Foundation. Institutional Enrichment Fund. New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart and Chief Executive Officer and President of the Travelers Foundation Marlene Ibsen served as co-chairs of the Honorary Committee for the gala. Travelers served as the lead Legacy of Excellence sponsor for the evening, and Stanley Black Decker was the Changing Lives sponsor.
After an evening of dinner and dancing, as well as live and silent auctions, Central President Zulma R. Toro addressed the assembled guests.
“Looking ahead, I am filled with optimism,” Toro said. “With your support, we will continue to cultivate a vibrant academic community that empowers students to reach their full potential, prepares them for the challenges of tomorrow, and enriches the lives of everyone around us.”
All gala proceeds will benefit the CCSU Foundation Annual Fund, which provides targeted academic and development support to ensure students complete their degrees and critical scholarship dollars.
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