Hoch Named Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Cross Country
Tim Hoch was hired as head coach of the Mitchell College men’s and women’s cross country programs in July 2023.
Academic Honors Recipients Announced for Spring 2023
Mitchell College congratulates students named to our Spring 2023 Dean’s List or
Commendable Scholar List.
New Degree Completion Program for Adult Learners
This fall Mitchell College is launching a Professional Studies undergraduate “Completer Degree” program for adult learners as part of its efforts to expand options for “nontraditional” college students to achieve their education and career goals. Designed exclusively for adult students with some college credit, the accelerated program offers both a 2-year (A.A.) and a 4-year (B.A.) degree.
Wilson Named Head Women’s Basketball Coach
Ashley Wilson has been named head coach of the Mitchell College women’s basketball team, as announced by Director of Athletics Matt Finlayson.
Gilblair Returns to New London, Named Head Baseball Coach
Shawn Gilblair has been named head coach of the Mitchell College baseball team, as announced by Director of Athletics Matt Finlayson.
Goldsmith and Roberts Leave Indelible Mark
Professors Marc Goldsmith and Dean Roberts, who began their careers at Mitchell College in different eras of the last century, recently retired after a combined 91 years of teaching tens of thousands of students. Their contributions are hard to measure, but the standard they set for excellence in teaching remains a constant at the college.
President Espy Delivers Juneteenth Remarks
Mitchell College President Tracy Y. Espy delivered the keynote address at the 34th Juneteenth Commemoration Ceremony and Flag Raising in Norwich, Conn., which took place June 16 at the David Ruggles Freedom Courtyard at Norwich City Hall. The event was sponsored by the NAACP Norwich Branch and Global City Norwich.
Baseball Hosts NCAA Regional Round for First Time
The Mitchell College baseball team will serve as the host for a Regional Round in the upcoming 2023 NCAA Baseball Championship Tournament for the first time in program history, as announced by the NCAA on Monday afternoon.
Ice Cream Trailer Rolls with Help from Students
Michael’s Dairy will be hitting the road soon with its much-loved ice cream, thanks to a newly acquired trailer outfitted to serve up frozen treats and input from Prof. James Patsalides’ Business 311: Entrepreneurship I class. The trailer took its “maiden journey” at Commencement 2023.
Renowned Disabilities Advocate Shares Story, Poetry, Inspiration
Spoken-word poet, advocate for people with disabilities, and motivational speaker LeDerick Horne has appeared at the White House, the United Nations, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and State Departments of Education across the United States. He recently spoke at Mitchell College to students, faculty and staff, sharing his poetry and story of growing up with a learning disability as part of a program hosted by the Bentsen Learning Center (BLC) and sponsored by the Aramont Foundation.
Attorney General William Tong Named Mitchell College Class of 2023 Commencement Speaker
Mitchell College marks its 79th Commencement Exercises on Sat., May 13, with Attorney General William Tong delivering the keynote address to the Class of 2023. The ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on the Mitchell College Green.
