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Become a volunteer with Jumpstart
Thinking about your schedule next semester? Leave some room in the mornings and become a volunteer with Jumpstart! Earn an Education award Earn Federal Work Study (if applicable) Earn volunteer hours
Vision, progression drive filmmaker Rashad Frett ’09
By Amy J. Barry Rashad Frett ’09 lives by the acronym PIK: Progression is Key. And despite the economic hardships and social injustices the Central alumnus faced growing up in Hartford, he has never
Central introduces Racial Justice Certificate program
By Amy J. Barry It began as a conversation with faculty and students on a call in President Toro’s office. It was soon after the murder of George Floyd by police in May of 2020. “It was a listening
Educational Leadership expert publishes guidebook for teachers, school leaders
In the rapidly changing field of education, teamwork, leadership, and support are more important than ever, according to a new book by Central Connecticut State University professor Dr. Jeremy Visone
Applied Innovation Hub
Opened in January 2022, the Applied Innovation Hub (AIH) houses technology enhanced active learning classrooms, computer-based classrooms, and teaching & research laboratories equipped with state-of
Central honors Distinguished Alumnus, Dr. Miguel Cardona ’97
Central honored U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona ’97 with one of its top awards and a special gift on Dec. 3. In his first visit to campus as Education Secretary, Dr. Cardona met with
Communications professor is at the intersection of health and social justice
By Laura Sheehan In a world rife with injustice, Dr. Rati Kumar is tackling one of its most formidable issues: health equity. A scholar, research scientist, and associate professor of Communication
Cardona ’97 nominated to serve as U.S. education secretary
Christmas came a little early this year for Central alumnus and Connecticut State Commissioner of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona ’97, whom President-elect Joe Biden selected as his nominee for education
Dr. Shelly Jones makes math culturally relevant
By Amy J. Barry Even before other educators had begun adding the “A” for Arts to the acronym STEM, Dr. Shelly M. Jones was full-STEAM ahead of the curve. In Jones’s case, she saw a certain harmony
Coffee connoisseurs marry old-world techniques with modern technology
By Kate Callahan '14 Two graduates of the School of Business are finding new ways to brew up business. While they may have different business plans, these alums share a winning blend: coffee and