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Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Julia Irwin. Photo from SCSU Website
09/09/2026

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
Interim President Sandra Bulmer. Photo: SCSU Website
09/09/2026

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
Hello Connectict Host Renée DiNino after her PEP Talk, standing with K-9 Jules and other attendees of the discussion. Photos by Victoria Cruz

DiNino’s PEP Talk

Hosted by the School of Business, DiNino led her discussion by sharing insights from her decades-long career in broadcasting and community advocacy. 
03/25/2026
An image from a show in the planetarium on March 11. Photos by Victoria Cruz

Planetarium debuts new immersive shows

“The show was spectacular. The visuals of the planets, stars and nebulae were absolutely stunning,” music major Jack Flanagan, a junior, said. 
03/25/2026

Celebrating women’s history

Women’s History Month serves as both a reminder of past struggles and a celebration of present achievements by highlighting how far women have come and the paths they continue to pave.
03/25/2026
Author Assata Michelle speaking at her PEP Talk in the School of Business Case Study Room on March 2. Photos by William Gagné

PEP Talk kicks off Women’s History Month

“Be respectful first and respect the opinions of others. Never disregard other people. Learn about what you are advocating for and why you are advocating for it. Know what you are fighting
03/11/2026

US strikes on Iran escalate Middle East conflict

President Donald Trump said that the military action was necessary, in order to prevent Iran from escalating its nuclear power and threatening other nations at a bilateral meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich
03/11/2026
Pultizer Prize-winning journalist, author and activist Chris Hedges in front of the Adanti Student Center Theater on Thursday, March 5, after his lecture. Photo by Brianna Wallen

Chris Hedges delivers lecture on Gaza War

Known for his decades of reporting from conflict zones in Central America, the Middle East and the Balkans as well as his criticism of global power structures, Hedges spoke to students and
03/11/2026
Former Deputy Chief Ken Rahn, who was sworn in as the chief of police on Thursday, March 5. Photo courtesy News at Southern

Ken Rahn named university’s new police chief

“His broad experience, strong understanding of campus needs and trusted partnerships across the university and with regional public safety agencies position him exceptionally well for this new responsibility,” Wanjagi said.
03/11/2026

Students demand fair education funding

Ned Lamont’s recent budget proposal under cuts funding for the Finish Line Scholarship. This scholarship enables students from community colleges to transfer to four-year state institutions with little to no extra cost.
03/04/2026