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WATCH: Automatic Admissions Program brings students to Central
NBC CT's Andrew Rowan visited the Central campus for his recent piece on the successful Connecticut Automatic Admissions Program. Watch the segment online at https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local
Central affirms commitment to communities with Carnegie reclassification
Central Connecticut State University has been awarded renewal for the prestigious 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national designation that underscores Central’s
Campus food pantry receives nearly $500 through Stop & Shop program
The Maria’s Place Food Pantry will receive nearly $500 in donations thanks to community support through the Stop & Shop Bloomin’ 4 Good and Community Bag programs during Fall and Winter 2025. Maria’s
Catch up on the year in Central news
The 2025 edition of Central magazine is here! From features and news to alumni updates and support initiatives, the new magazine outlines a big year of growth and innovation at Central. View the
Dr. Daisy Torres Hill appointed assistant dean of School of Education
Dr. Daisy Torres Hill will begin her tenure as assistant dean of the School of Education at Central on Jan. 9. Torres Hill brings 25 years of PK-12 experience as a teacher and district leader. She
Sustainability Symposium call for proposals
The Global Environmental Sustainability Action Coalition (GESAC), Central Connecticut State University, Central Geography, Anthropology, & Tourism Department, and Central Public History Program invite
Global Engagement at Central opens new opportunities for enrollment, cultural connection
In an increasingly global society, a world’s worth of opportunities are available to college students—literally. Advances in technology, communication, and university partnerships have made study
Fifteen alumni join the Central Circle of Inspiration
On a crisp autumn Saturday, as the campus buzzed with Homecoming excitement, the Central community gathered to celebrate the induction of 15 remarkable alumni into the Alumni Circle of Inspiration
One-stop Enrollment Week makes it easier than ever to become a Blue Devil
Central will host One-stop Enrollment Week from Monday, Jan. 5, to Friday, Jan. 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Central Welcome Center on Manafort Drive. An extended one-stop enrollment event will
December graduates go forward with hope, confidence
Central Connecticut State University hosted its annual winter commencement ceremony on Dec. 13 at Welte Auditorium. This year, 840 students received their degrees, including eight doctoral students
Student talent shines at 2025 Senior Design Showcase
Central’s Department of Art & Design hosted the 2025 Winter Senior Design Showcase, highlighting work by graduating students in the Graphic/Information Design program. The event featured an expansive
Freshman Lena Whiteside finds new 'Role' on campus
By Savanna Yelling ’25 When Theater major Lena Whiteside arrived at Central this fall, she didn’t expect to land the lead role in a feature film being shot, in part, right on campus. “I heard about
Students celebrate sweet success
Two Central Connecticut State University student designers received a warm welcome on Dec. 8 at President Toro’s office, where she thanked them personally for bringing this year’s presidential holiday
Central claims top spots in Research.com 2026 rankings
Central Connecticut State University made a strong showing on Research.com’s 2026 Best Colleges in Connecticut rankings, earning two first-place distinctions and outperforming many peer institutions
Police officers sign up for elf duty
The Central Connecticut State University Police Department conducted its annual Stuff-a-Cruiser event on Dec. 7. Organized by Sergeant Robert Varasconi, officers parked a cruiser at CVS on West Main