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Western Connecticut State University President Jesse Bernal, presenting at the “Empowering Lives Lecture,” on Sept. 23 in the Adanti Student Center Ballroom. Photo by Lily Rand
09/30/2026

Hispanic Heritage unites campus

Western Connecticut State University President Jesse Bernal speaks at a Hispanic Heritage Month lecture at the university.
Three professionals stand in a medical training facility beside hospital beds, with one patient resting in a bed and educational posters visible on the walls.
Maria Krol, interim executive director of healthcare programs and professor of nursing, Andrea Adimando, chair and associate professor of nursing and Michele Vancour, interim dean of the College of Health and Human Services. Photo by Isabel Chenoweth
09/30/2026

School of Nursing earns national honor

The School of Nursing is recognized as a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence.
Robert DeMezzo, senior director of Conferences, Events and Student Affairs Auxiliaries. Photo from SCSU Website

Robert DeMezzo on student dining

Robert DeMezzo, senior director of Conferences, Events and Student Affairs Auxiliaries answers questions about student dining.
09/16/2026
Students waiting for their Grubhub orders at Sub Connection in the Adanti Student Center on Thursday, Sept. 10. Photo by Emma Gonzalez

Students input on Grubhub system

Grubhub is introduced to the Adanti Student Center and brings both new improvements and challenges.
09/16/2026
Sign on Jennings Hall's breezeway doorway entrance showing that building is shut down on Aug. 26. Photo by Valentina Toro

Jennings Hall closes after death of longtime custodial member

"He will be greatly missed, and his legacy of service and commitment to Southern will not be forgotten," the university said in its statement.
09/16/2026
Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Julia Irwin. Photo from SCSU Website

Provost Irwin highlights student success initiatives

By Kadisha Pierre-Louis News Editor Q: What are some of the biggest challenges facing freshmen and transfer students? A: “Being a first-time, full-time freshman and being a transfer student both involves new
09/09/2026
Interim President Sandra Bulmer. Photo: SCSU Website

Interim President Bulmer shares student resources

By Kadisha Pierre-Louis News Editor Q: What resources are available to students who are struggling?  A: “The Dean of Students Office is really a one-stop shop for a student who are in
09/09/2026
Families moving belongings on Aug. 22. Photos by William Gagné.

Class of 2030 celebrates move-in day

Students and Residence Life staff come together as freshmen move into their new homes for the school year.
09/09/2026
Interim President Bulmer delivering a speech during the New Student Convocation Ceremony on Monday, Aug. 24, on the Lyman Center stage. Photos by William Gagnè.

New Student Convocation marks a new chapter

“You chose Southern, now make Southern yours,” interim president Sandra Bulmer said.
09/09/2026
Lena Dunham, a writer and director, and Naomi Fry, staff writer at The New Yorker speaking at FAMESICK: An Evening of Stories and Togetherness in the John Lyman Center on Friday, May 1. Photos by Wade Barillaro

Lena Dunham hosts slumber party at Lyman

The John Lyman Center became the host of a teenage sleepover as Lena Dunham, a writer and director, took the stage on Saturday, May 1, for an evening of storytelling, conversation and
05/06/2026