
Inspired as a Mitchell Student, Now Samul Inspires Others at Thames
For Ron Samul ’91, the essence of Mitchell has remained strong since he was a student earning his associate degree in general studies. “The small classes, invested and...

Academic Honors Recipients Announced for Spring 2022
Mitchell College congratulates students named to our Spring 2022 Dean’s List or the Commendable Scholar List.

A Sweet Legacy: Michael’s Dairy and the Buscetto Family
A New London landmark, Michael’s Dairy continues to provide a welcoming social gathering spot for the community – a tradition started by the Buscetto family, who owned the business for 70 years.

Schultz Joins Mitchell as Marketing Director
Earlier this year, Martha Schultz joined the Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs as the director of marketing for Mitchell College, responsible for external marketing and communications across all platforms working closely with all of Mitchell’s offices and departments. In this role she manages the college’s brand, oversees the college’s digital platforms and website, and is instrumental in telling the Mitchell story.

Thames at Mitchell Creates Badge to Recognize Microcredentials
At their May 7 end-of-year celebration, forty-four Thames at Mitchell students earned a newly created digital badge in recognition of their completion of the holistic one-year program by meeting certain criteria.

Padin Named Business Operations Manager for Auxiliary Services
Mitchell College recently named Keith Padin as business operations manager for the college’s auxiliary services. In his role, Padin will oversee the dining services, rentals and event engagement, including operations of Michael’s Dairy and The Red Barn.

Hurd Joins Leadership Team as Interim VP of Enrollment
Mitchell College recently welcomed Catherine “Cathy” Hurd as the interim vice president of enrollment. In her role, she will oversee the offices of admissions and financial...

Dr. Martinez Selected for Executive Leadership Academy
Dr. Alicia Martinez, Mitchell College dean of student experience and belonging, was recently selected to participate in the Executive Leadership Academy (ELA), a year-long...

Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz to Deliver Commencement Address
Mitchell College marks its 78th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, May 14, with Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz delivering the keynote address to the Class of 2022. The ceremony takes place at 10 a.m. on the Mitchell College Green.

Rep. Courtney Visits to Discuss Planned Innovation Hub
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney (D-CT) visited Mitchell College to meet with Mitchell College President Tracy Y. Espy, Ph.D., and other college stakeholders to talk about the planned Digital Innovation Hub for Educational Excellence.

Largest Single Donation in College History
Mitchell College President Tracy Y. Espy announced that Mitchell College was gifted its single largest gift in its 84-year history. The $3 million gift was given by an anonymous donor and includes a challenge match of $1 million, raising the potential benefit to $4 million.