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Orientation Staff

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Alyssa Duffy

Alyssa Duffy

Director of New Student and Family Programs

Alyssa Duffy is the Director of New Student and Family Programs. She spent her collegiate career at Southern Connecticut State University (New Haven, CT) earning a bachelor of arts, bachelor of science and a master of arts. Alyssa plans the First Year, Transfer and Parent Orientation programs. She also oversees  leadership programs that enhance campus culture by providing leadership training experiences for students. In her spare time, Alyssa enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.

(860) 465-0105

duffyal@easternct.edu

Gracie Manushi

Gracie Manushi

Graduate Intern

Gracie Manushi is the Leadership and Orientation Graduate Intern. Her undergraduate years were spent at Central Connecticut State University. She is currently attending Central Connecticut State University's Masters in Higher Education program. Gracie assists with planning Leadership and Orientation programs as well as Family iniatives. She loves being outside, active, and has a true passion for Climate Change advocacy as well as Sustainability. 

(860) 465-0277

manushig@easternct.edu

Meet the 2026 SOCs

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Head Student Orientation Counselors

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Abigail "Abby" Gallacher

Senior, Health Sciences

Michael "Mike" Hemmings

Senior, Communications/Film/Theatre

June Student Orientation Counselors (SOCs)

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