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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.
Interim President Sandra Bulmer leading the Town Hall meeting in the Adanti Student Center Ballroom on Friday, May 1. Photo by Victoria Cruz

Town Hall meeting confronts growing deficit and budget

The highest cost is expected to be the upcoming faculty raises, estimated at around $6 million.
05/06/2026
Reusable pads made by students in the Makerspace room that will be sent to communities in Madagascar. Photo by Brianna Wallen

Students sew reusable pads for girls abroad

Students are creating Reusable Menstrual Pads, RUMPS, to address a critical barrier that prevents many girls in parts of Africa from staying in school: limited access to menstrual products.
05/06/2026
K9 Jules lying in front of Buley Library after the Pack Walk on April 21. Photo by Victoria Cruz

Guiding eyes puppy walk

The sunset walk stretched 1.5 miles around the university campus with seven dogs that are currently being trained by students.
04/29/2026
A wide view of the stage and performers. Photos by Wade Barillaro

Spring concert returns after three years

After the two-year hiatus from performers hitting the stage, this year’s concert became an opportunity for students to experience something new.
04/29/2026
Maps from the Those Who Returned and Those Who Did Not exhibit on the ground floor of Buley Library on April 22. Photo by Lily Rand

Exhibit honors resilience of Holocaust survivors

On April 15, the university opened Those Who Returned and Those Who Did Not in Buley Library, a Holocaust exhibit honoring stories of survival, loss and resilience across generations.
Members of the Student Government Association in Room 215 of the Adanti Student Center. Photo via OwlConnect

SGA holds election for upcoming year

Results will be announced at the first body meeting in the fall semester on August 27. A new chapter is set to begin at the first meeting, as all incoming members will
04/29/2026
Students pose with Otus the Owl during Owl Jam. Photos by William Gagné

Owl Jam invites students for a day of fun

ProCon delivered two rides this year: The Sizzler and The Swinger. Both were a major selling point for students, especially for those who have not been on rides in a long time.
04/22/2026
Photographer Joy Bush standing infront of her collection of work. Photos by Wade Barillaro

Art showcase reveals the personal world of four artists

On display through May 22, the show features Joy Bush, former university photographer, Isabel Chenoweth, university photographer, Marylou Conley, graphics coordinator and Barbara Kagan, former university graphic designer.
04/22/2026