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Alumnus Ron Farina '15 inducted into Veterans Hall of Fame
By Leslie Virostek Author Ron Farina challenges readers to grapple with the human consequences of war and the sacrifices made by America’s veterans. In his book "Who Will Have My Back," he shines a
Rocheleau '87 named interim FAA chief
Christopher Rocheleau '87 was named the interim head of the Federal Aviation Administration on Jan. 30. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Italian from Central. Prior to his appointment to the FAA
WATCH: Central alumnus to perform at Bushnell
John Randolph ’13 will present “The Rose Experience” at The Bushnell on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7:30 p.m. Performing as “John Violinist,” he will play R&B and Pop hits on violin accompanied by his band
Gomez '05 nominated to serve in Superior Court
Governor Ned Lamont announced on Jan. 27 that he is forwarding to the Connecticut General Assembly the nominations of several jurists to serve in positions on Connecticut’s courts, including 13 other
Petit Foundation grant funds Go Baby Go program
The Petit Foundation recently awarded Central’s Go Baby Go program a $6,000 grant. Go Baby Go is a community-based outreach program that works with families and clinicians to provide free modified toy
Assistant dean Barbara Budaj earns Presidential Award for Excellence
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced on Jan. 13 that assistant dean Barbara Budaj will receive the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). The PAEMST
Central receives Distinguished Service Award from Polish American Historical Association
In recognition for “valuable and sustained service,” Central Connecticut State University received the 2024 James S. Pula Distinguished Service Award from the Polish American Historical Association
December graduates move on to next chapter
Central hosted its annual winter commencement ceremony on Dec. 14 at Welte Auditorium and via live-stream. The ceremony honored students who completed their graduation requirements by the close of the
Frett '09 to premiere new film at Sundance
A film by Central Film alumnus Rashad Frett '09 will premiere in 2025 at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival. The film, titled "Ricky," tells the story of 30-year-old Ricky as he navigates the
Burritt Library anniversary exhibit tells the story of Central
By Leslie Virostek The handwritten “Registrar of Entrants” from 1849, which names the first students enrolled at the school that would become Central. The list of demands made by Black and Latino
Blue Devils are more than just teammates
Central Athletics thrives on family-forward approach By Chris O’Connor If you follow Central’s Director of Athletics Tom Pincince on social media, you are very familiar with the term, “Together, as we
How does Central celebrate a milestone? All year long
As the 175th anniversary of Central approached, campus leadership knew the occasion would call for something big — 175 years big. President Zulma R. Toro explained, “We have so much to celebrate, and
Highlights: 10 defining moments in Central Athletics history
By Jeff Meade The Blue Devils have built a deep bench of achievements and milestones over the years. Among many, we’ve selected 10 great moments that define the Blue Devil legacy and spirit
Alumni pride powers the Central story
True Blue Devils know the Central story runs deep in Connecticut. Throughout its 175-year history, Central alumni have changed the landscape of our state, often setting precedents for pedagogy and
Gala raises $600k for CCSU Foundation
Six hundred guests celebrated Central Connecticut State University’s 175 th anniversary in style at “A Legacy of Excellence,” a gala event held at the university on Nov. 2 at the C.J. Huang Recreation