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Published on April 27, 2016

Polisci student Alexandra Cross is the 2016 student recipient of the Ella T. Grasso Distinguished Service Award

Proud recipient Alex poses with her mom

On March 30, 2016 Polisci student Alexandra Cross received the Ella T. Grasso Distinguished Service Award at an Awards Ceremony held in the Student Center Theater. Alex received the award for her hard work and dedication with the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered + community (LGBT+) on campus. Alex Safe Zone Trained faculty and staff, helped run the Pride Alliance Organization, worked with the American Association of University Professors against an unfair contract suggested by the Board of Regents in Connecticut, and most importantly, helped create the new Pride Center that will open this summer.

When asked about how she felt to receive the award Alex stated, "I have never felt so appreciated on campus before. Much of the work that I have done was behind the scenes and without too much recognition." In regards to how this award will influence her future Alex said, "It will stand as a very real reminder that the work I do, and that the work everyone does in the name of equity, is worthwhile and important."

Congratulations Alex, keep up the good work!

Written by Alaina Torromeo