2025

'Here' poetry journal covers emotional trials and tribulations

Daniel Donaghy, professor of English at Eastern Connecticut State University, has curated works for the seventh issue of the “Here” poetry journal. The publication gets hundreds of...

Posted on May 07, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Spring Fest concludes vivacious academic year

The Campus Activity Board (CAB) at Eastern Connecticut State University concluded a year of events with its annual Spring Fest celebration. The week-long festival commemorated students' hard...

Posted on May 07, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Student attendees at SHAPE American Convention and Exposition

Physical education students win big at SHAPE national convention

Eight physical education (PE) students at Eastern Connecticut State University earned top accolades at the Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE) America National Convention and...

Posted on May 07, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Eastern names 2025 Barnard Scholars
Two graduating seniors earn CSCU's top honor

Eastern Connecticut State University has named its two 2025 recipients of the Henry Barnard Distinguished Student Award, the most prestigious undergraduate honor given by the Connecticut State...

Posted on May 07, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

'House of D' takes viewers behind the bars of infamous women's prison
Art exhibition culminates in theatrical production

The Department of Communication, Film, and Theatre at Eastern Connecticut State University presented its final main stage production of the year with “The Prison That Made America:...

Posted on May 06, 2025 by Darlene Orozco b. '28

'Town Pride Town Wide' beautifies Willimantic
CCE mobilizes student volunteers

Eastern students volunteered throughout Willimantic for the Center for Community Engagement's annual Town Pride Town Wide event on April 27. Dozens of students performed a variety of tasks at...

Posted on May 06, 2025 by Darlene Orozco b. '28

David Belles, architect of choral program, conducts final concert

David Belles, professor of music at Eastern for 23 years and longtime conductor of Eastern’s Concert Chorale and Chamber Singers, conducted his final concert on April 28. After this academic...

Posted on May 06, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Art Gallery featured in Bloomberg Connects guide

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Art Gallery is now proudly featured in a guide on Bloomberg Connects, an app designed to connect users with more than 750 museums and other cultural...

Posted on May 06, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Strong blood-drive turnout supports Red Cross
Campus Ministry's ongoing partnership saves lives

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Campus Ministry continues to support the American Red Cross by coordinating blood drives throughout the academic year, helping to address the ongoing...

Posted on May 06, 2025 by Darlene Orozco b. '28

Biology department continues antibiotic crowd-sourcing effort
Eastern hosts Norwich Free Academy for Tiny Earth Day

High school students from Norwich Free Academy (NFA) visited Eastern on April 23 for “Tiny Earth Day,” a global project that aims to inspire students in science and address antibiotic...

Posted on May 05, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

25th CREATE conference highlights undergraduate excellence

The scholarly and artistic aptitude of Eastern students was proudly exhibited at the 25th annual CREATE conference on April 25. Standing for "Celebrating Research and Creative Activity at...

Posted on May 02, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Eastern names Cheryl A. Wilson new provost, VP of academic affairs

Cheryl A. Wilson, current dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at State University of New York–Old Westbury, has been named the new provost and vice president for academic affairs at...

Posted on May 01, 2025 by Ed Osborn

29th Accounting Banquet celebrates future of ‘data storytellers’

More than 130 accounting students, alumni, and faculty came together on April 24 for the 29th annual Accounting Banquet, a celebration of department-wide successes that highlighted alumni...

Posted on May 01, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Girasoli publishes textbook on psychological research methods

Anthony Girasoli, lecturer of psychological science at Eastern Connecticut State University, recently published his first textbook. “Research Methods and Applied Statistics” blends...

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Symposium highlights faculty scholarship
'Engaged faculty make engaged students'

Faculty prowess and research were on display April 10 during a symposium featuring "lightning talks" and a panel discussion on the liberal arts.

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

CCE Service Expo recognizes student leaders, volunteers

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Center for Community Engagement (CCE) hosted its CCE Service Expo and Awards ceremony on April 15 in the Fine Arts Instructional Center Susan Sukman...

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Students delve 'beyond the research' at NCUR
Nine present at National Conference on Undergraduate Research

From artificial intelligence (AI) on Mars to the impacts of cult brainwashing on parenting, nine Eastern students showcased their work at the 2025 National Conference on Undergraduate Research...

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

WECS Radio Club broadcasts beats and benevolence
Eastern’s resident radio hosts speak on the air

Eastern Connecticut State University’s WECS Radio Club has been home to a myriad of dynamic radio shows and their equally engaging hosts since 2009. The club’s focus is to provide a...

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Cheerleading team returns to national stage

Eastern’s cheerleading club traveled to Daytona Beach, FL, to compete in the National Cheerleading Association (NCA) and National Dance Association (NDA) College Nationals tournament on April...

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Eastern convenes forum on harm reduction and the opioid crisis

In light of the ongoing opioid addiction crisis, Eastern Connecticut State University hosted an event titled "Building Partnerships in Eastern Connecticut to Address the Opioid Epidemic"...

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Students advocate for relationship-violence survivors
Women's Center holds annual Take Back the Night

Faculty, students, community partners, and advocates gathered at the Student Center on April 9 to be part of Eastern's annual “Take Back the Night” event. Organized by the...

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Karim Ismaili inaugurated as Eastern’s seventh president
Ceremony celebrates a leader dedicated to student success and the power of education

April 11, 2025, marked a momentous occasion for Eastern Connecticut State University, as the campus community celebrated the inauguration of President Karim Ismaili. The day’s events centered...

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Michael Rouleau

BIS-ITSA wins top honors at national IT conference
Students excel at USITCC

Six students from Eastern’s Business Information Systems/Information Technology Students of America (BIS-ITSA) club traveled to Springfield, MI, this past March to compete in the United...

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Official portrait of President Elsa M. Núñez

Eastern unveils portrait of former President Núñez

Eastern Connecticut State University is presenting for the first time the new portrait of recently retired President Elsa M. Núñez from April 7–27 in the Art Gallery as part of...

Posted on April 09, 2025 by Ed Osborn

Eastern inspires young writers with literary festival
Poet Frederick D. Knowles '99 tells students to "write, write, write"

The Department of English at Eastern Connecticut State University hosted its third annual Literary Festival for High School Students on April 4 in the Student Center. Coordinated by English...

Posted on April 09, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Dream Awards celebrate academic, leadership excellence
Ceremony honors TheDream.US students

Eastern's Office of Opportunity Programs hosted the “Dream Awards,” where under-documented students were recognized for their achievements and TheDream.US class of 2025 received...

Posted on April 08, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

University Hour promotes liberal arts in the age of STEM

Eastern’s University Hour series continued on April 2 with a conversation about the liberal arts with communication Lecturer John Murphy. "Defending Liberal Arts in the STEM Age—A...

Posted on April 07, 2025 by Darlene Orozco

Accepted Students Day draws record crowd
From mock classes to campus tours, prospective students contemplate Eastern

Eastern Connecticut State University welcomed more than 300 prospective students and 1,000 visitors to Accepted Students Day on March 29, the largest ASD event since the COVID-19 pandemic....

Posted on April 07, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

‘Summerhill’ challenges and entrances audiences
Student-directed play puts twist on generational trauma and identity

The Department of Communication, Film, and Theatre at Eastern Connecticut State University held a one-night sold out performance of “Summerhill,” an original play written and directed...

Posted on April 07, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig '26

Students make history at system-wide conference
Eastern hosts CSU Making History Conference

History students at Eastern Connecticut State University and visiting students from other Connecticut State Universities (CSUs) presented research at the CSU Making History Conference on March 28...

Posted on April 04, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Habitat for Humanity builds home for family in need
Student organization spends spring break in South Carolina

Over spring break, Eastern’s chapter of Habitat for Humanity traveled to Lake View, SC, dedicating their time, labor, and resources to help construct a home for a family in need. The mission...

Posted on April 03, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Warriors slay the runway in Fashion Forward

Eastern Connecticut State University’s resident fashion enthusiasts are taking Eastern merch to a new level this spring. The Fashion Forward club on campus is dedicated to establishing a...

Posted on April 03, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Social justice awards honor 3 student activists
Awards reflect values of King, Chavez, Grasso

Eastern Connecticut State University’s 2025 Equity and Social Justice Awards recently honored three students for their commitment to civil rights, systemic change, and advocating for...

Posted on April 03, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Latina professionals share stories of determination and success

Eastern’s Women’s Center, Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS), and Office of Career Services hosted "Latina Excellence,” an event celebrating the stories of two...

Posted on April 02, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Environmental justice expert highlights challenges in Connecticut’s Latino communities

Eastern’s University Hour series continued on March 26 with a lecture by Alex Rodriguez, an environmental justice specialist with the regional nonprofit organization Save the Sound. The talk...

Posted on April 02, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Award-winning children’s author shares insights with education students
Newbery Honoree Kyle Lukoff visits campus

Eastern welcomed acclaimed children’s author Kyle Lukoff to an educational lecture, Q&A session, and book signing on March 25. The event, attended by more than 40 students, faculty, and...

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Eastern names 2025 commencement speakers
William Tong and Dr. Mary Grant to be honored for service and leadership

Eastern Connecticut State University is proud to announce the keynote speakers for its 2025 commencement ceremonies. At the University’s 135th Undergraduate Commencement on May 20 at the XL...

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Michael Rouleau

Pérez studies Cuba tourism with Wesleyan fellowship
Anthropolgy professor's research investigates environmental impact

Eastern anthropology Professor Ricardo Pérez is spending the spring 2025 semester as a visiting research fellow in the Center for the Humanities at Wesleyan University. He is working on a book...

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Eastern alumna excels as appellate public defender
Ruth Burke '20 passes bar, begins legal career

An alumna of the Department of Political Science, Philosophy, and Geography at Eastern Connecticut State University recently passed the Connecticut Bar Exam and now works as an appellate attorney....

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Female student-athletes discuss being women in sports

Four student athletes joined Eastern’s Women’s Center on March 10 for a “Women in Sports” panel. Celeste Petrowsky, Emily Jones, Natasha Frisch, and Taylor Smith represented...

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

2 professor-producers screen 'Stepping into the Shade' documentary

Two professors at Eastern Connecticut State University recently shared their documentary series detailing the culturally rich history of Connecticut tobacco farming. An on-campus screening of...

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Eastern expands naloxone access to combat opioid crisis

In an effort to combat the ongoing nationwide opioid crisis and enhance campus safety, Eastern has installed public-access naloxone boxes across campus. Commonly known by its brand name Narcan,...

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Business pitch competition showcases 'big ideas'

Eastern students showcased their entrepreneurial abilities at the second annual Big Idea Pitch Competition on March 5. Held in the Paul E. Johnson Sr. Community Conference Room of the J. Eugene...

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

2nd annual QUTE conference provides high schoolers with resources, connection

“Our differences make the Eastern community strong,” said LaMar Coleman, vice president of the Office of Equity and Diversity, as he welcomed local high school students to the second...

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Eastern community engagement on display at IMPACT conference

Two civic engagement groups at Eastern traveled to Richmond, VA, for the IMPACT conference on Feb. 27 at Virginia Commonwealth University. Eastern’s Jumpstart group and its local host, the...

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

'Under a Starry Sky' gives auctioneers an enchanted evening

The Department of Music at Eastern held a fundraiser for its opera theatre program in the form of an elegant silent auction and cocktail hour on March 8 in the Fine Arts Instructional Center...

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Acclaimed author Andrew Krivak to conclude Eastern’s Big Read program on April 8
Krivak to explore humanity’s legacy and other themes of 'The Bear'

Eastern Connecticut State University’s 2024-25 Big Read program will conclude on April 8 with a special keynote event featuring Andrew Krivak, acclaimed author of “The...

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Michael Rouleau

BIS-ITSA helps students develop dynamic graduation plans

On Oct. 30, the Business Information Systems - IT Students of America (BIS-ITSA) club hosted their first Eastern-In-4 ELAC (Enhanced Liberal Arts Curriculum) advising workshop for new BIS students...

Posted on March 06, 2025

BIS-ITSA hosts first 'employability jumpstart'

The Business Information Systems - IT Students of America (BIS-ITSA) club hosted its inaugural Employability Jumpstart Event on Jan. 29 with 92 undergraduate students attending. The purpose of the...

Posted on March 06, 2025

Eastern inducts 32 students into ODK leadership honor society

32 students and two faculty members at Eastern Connecticut State University were inducted into Eastern’s chapter of the Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Leadership Honor Society on March 2 in the...

Posted on March 05, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

'Undocumented Archipelago' provides new take on human migration

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Department of World Languages and Culture hosted a lecture by Glorimarie Peña Alicea during University Hour on Feb. 26 in the Student Center Theatre.

Posted on March 05, 2025 by Darlene Orozco

'Zoomers' delivers witty take on Gen-Z life
Play explores human connections in a disconnected world

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Department of Communication, Film and Theatre (CFT) presented the play “Zoomers,” written by Matthew Gasda and directed by CFT Professor...

Posted on March 05, 2025 by Darlene Orozco

Biology alumni talk job search and opportunities

Eastern’s Department of Biology welcomed three alumni to present a special career panel on Feb. 28. Natalie Cummins ’19, Scott Forbes ’24, and Jessica Tyrrell ’18 gave...

Posted on March 05, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Local politicians visit Eastern for environmental panel discussion
Panel is part of Eastern’s Big Read program

Windham Mayor Tom DeVivo and Connecticut State Rep. Susan Johnson visited Eastern Connecticut State University for a panel discussion on March 4 in the Fine Arts Instructional Center Proscenium...

Posted on March 05, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Son of influential art professor, Julian Akus, donates father’s works to Eastern

Eastern’s Art Gallery recently received a donation of about 40 paintings created by a key figure in the art program’s history. Jan Akus, son of former art Professor and Department Chair...

Posted on March 04, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Rukgaber's new book reimagines bygone philosophical movement
'The Human as the Other' revisits philosophical anthropolgy

Philosophy Professor Matthew Rukgaber of Eastern Connecticut State University recently published a book examining an early 20th-century philosophical movement that blended with science to analyze...

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Engaged on stage: Music alumni reflect on Eastern love story

Two newly engaged alumni of the music program recently shared their love story following their on-campus marriage proposal this winter. Adam Benway ‘24 proposed to Sarah Burkart ‘23 on...

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Elisabeth Craig

Mother Language Day celebrates linguistic rights and diversity

Eastern welcomed students, faculty and staff to celebrate International Mother Language Day (IMLD) on Feb. 21. The event celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity, as well as the Bangladeshi...

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Kyle Berson '26

Eastern advocates for increased state funding at legislative breakfast
Students voice support for Eastern's future

Eastern Connecticut State University hosted a legislative breakfast on Feb. 20, advocating for increased state funding as lawmakers work to finalize Connecticut’s upcoming two-year budget....

Posted on February 24, 2025 by Michael Rouleau

Art exhibition ponders a world of 'no maps and no borders’
Big Read-inspired show explores nature’s resilience

The Art Gallery at Eastern held a reception for the exhibition “When There Were No Maps and No Borders: The Grandeur of Nature” on Feb. 18 at 5 p.m. The exhibition will be on display...

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Students register to donate bone marrow and change lives

Eastern Connecticut State University’s men’s soccer team hosted a donor registry in partnership with the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) on Feb. 18 in the Sports Center. The...

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Darlene Orozco B. '28

Eastern premieres ‘The College Tour’ episode starring students
Amazon Prime series showcases Eastern students and campus

Audience members filled Eastern’s Concert Hall on Feb. 19 for an exclusive premiere of the Amazon Prime Video series “The College Tour,” which features an episode dedicated to...

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

Theatre program represents at Kennedy Center festival
Students, alumni and faculty assist in live productions, earn accolades

Eastern Connecticut State University’s Department of Communication, Film and Theatre (CFT) sent 16 students and two alumni to the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF),...

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Noel Teter '24

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