Congratulations to the Class of 2024
In a year the college is celebrating its 85th anniversary, Mitchell College held its 80th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 11, on the college green with the Thames River as a backdrop. Under sunny skies and surrounded by cheering friends and family, graduates received their diplomas from President Tracy Y. Espy, Ph.D., who conferred 10 associate degrees and 102 bachelor degrees.
Baseball Heads to NCAA Regional Championship Game
With an overall record of 34-11, the Mariners have matched the program’s all-time win total and will need just one victory on Sunday, May 19, to advance to the Super Regional Round for the first time in program history. Mitchell plays Salisbury at 11 a.m.
Baseball Will Open NCAA Tournament on Friday at Babson Regional
After capturing the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) championship during their inaugural season in the conference, the Mitchell College baseball team earned an automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Baseball Tournament. They will travel to Babson College, which was selected as one of 16 regional hosts, and are scheduled to play Friday, May 17, at 1:30 p.m.
9/11 Survivor Named Commencement Speaker
Mitchell College marks its 80th Commencement Exercises on Sat., May 11, with 9/11 survivor Dan Holdridge delivering the keynote address to the Class of 2024. The ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on the Mitchell College Green.
Walk for Suicide Prevention
Mitchell College invites the community to attend A Story Unfinished: Walk for Suicide Prevention on Sunday, April 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Hosted by the Mitchell College Mental Health Club and the Mitchell College Commuter Association, the event raises money for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Participation is free, but the fundraising goal for the walk is $5,000. The event takes place rain or shine.
Black History Month Event Draws Hundreds
Several hundred attendees converged on the Mitchell College campus on Feb. 25 during Black History Month for a community celebration of Black heritage and culture called “Letting OUR Voices Be Heard.” Conceived and organized by first-year student-athlete Inonda Christine Peterson, the event featured dozens of Black performers, artists, businesses and organizations. Plans are already underway for next year’s event
Children’s Songs Conference and Festival
Celebrate children’s songs and learn about children’s music at the “Artists & Educators Children’s Songs Conference & Festival,” 9am–3pm, Saturday, April 6, in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College. The event features a conference geared toward musicians and educators and a Festival of Song that is open to the public.
Mitchell College Expands Accessible, Flexible Learning Options
Based on a personalized education model, Mitchell’s specialized pathways help students reach their educational and professional goals. In addition to traditional 2- and 4-year degree programs, the college has added flexible new programs: degree completion for adult learners; training for companies and individuals seeking workforce development; living/learning for post-graduate success; and courses to accelerate a degree.
Mitchell College Re-Accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education
Mitchell College was recently re-accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), marking 68 years since the college was first accredited in 1956. The college was last reviewed in 2013.
Podcast Features President Espy, Mitchell College
President Espy was interviewed recently on the Connecticut East This Week podcast, hosted by veteran broadcaster Brian Scott-Smith. Dr. Espy shares the latest on all that is happening at Mitchell College.
Celebrate Black Heritage & Culture at ‘Letting OUR Voices Be Heard’ Event
In honor of Black History Month, “Letting OUR Voices Be Heard,” on Sunday, February 25, will feature dozens of Black performers and Black-owned businesses, including dancers, vocalists, instrumentalists, influential Black speakers, poets, natural hair specialists, visual artists, food trucks and others. Event admission is free, but registration is recommended.
