Institute for Neurodivergent Leadership
The Mitchell College Board of Trustees recently affirmed the Institute for Neurodivergent Leadership. This landmark initiative unifies more than 70 years of pioneering nationally recognized programs into a single, fully integrated ecosystem, the most comprehensive education-to-workforce pipeline for neurodivergent learners in the United States.
Mitchell College Welcomes Nash as Provost
Mitchell College recently welcomed Dr. Mika Nash as the college’s first provost. In this new role she oversees the Office of Academic Affairs and serves as the president’s lead partner in advancing the strategic agenda for the college.
Local Entrepreneurs to Headline Business Speaker Series
Three accomplished local entrepreneurs will share their experiences and expertise as part of the Mitchell College Division of Business 2026 Speaker Series.
Community Comes Together for 3rd Annual Letting OUR Voices Be Heard Celebration
Hundreds gathered at Mitchell College for the 3rd Annual Letting OUR Voices Be Heard, a vibrant celebration of Black culture, creativity, and community.
3rd Annual Letting OUR Voices Be Heard
Mitchell College invites the community to attend the 3rd Annual Letting OUR Voices Be Heard, a free event celebrating Black History Month, on Sunday, February 8, Noon–4 p.m. in the Clarke Center at Mitchell College.
Game On: Mitchell Alumna Scores a Career Win at ESPN
The power of networking—and serendipity—helped Emily Reynolds ’25 land a job at ESPN, a dream since middle school.
Fall 2025 Academic Honors Recipients
Congratulations to the following Mitchell College students named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s List (3.50+ GPA) or Commendable Scholar List (3.0-3.49 GPA).
Inspired by Experience to Support Children in Foster Care
Jon Parra-Tobey ’26 has a clear career plan—and passion—driving his pursuit of a degree at Mitchell College. He wants to help support kids in the foster care system, as he was as a child.
Thames at Mitchell Students Present at Maritime Society Annual Meeting
Students in the New London Stories class, part of the Thames at Mitchell College program, recently presented original historical research at the annual meeting of the New London Maritime Society.
Strong Foundation of Abilities Helps Student Juggle Athletics, Honors, Internship
A Mitchell baseball player and Honors Program student, senior business major Savier Paige balances schoolwork, practice, and an internship.
Mitchell College Launches Four-Week Online Intersession Offering 3-Credit Courses
To meet demand for affordable and convenient ways for students to keep on track with their academic progress, Mitchell College has launched a new Intersession offering with compressed, full-credit online courses. Open to Mitchell College students and learners from the public.
Unexpected Turn at Mitchell Puts Alum on Path to Help Others
When AJ Marini ’24 enrolled at Mitchell College as a transfer student, he intended to play baseball for the Mariners and major in sport management. His plan took a turn.
Coach Scores 300th Career Victory
Now in his 27th season of heading the Mitchell College men’s basketball program, Coach Todd Peretz achieved his 300th career victory against Purchase College.
Mitchell College Welcomes New Faculty
Mitchell College welcomes three new full-time faculty members, bringing expertise and energy to programs in the sciences and criminal justice.
Kervick Receives Literary Award for History of Windsor Locks Canal
J. Christopher “Chris” Kervick, an instructor of local history at Mitchell College, was recently awarded the 2025 Literary Award by The Connecticut Society of Genealogists for his book “The Windsor Locks Canal: Yankee Enterprise and Irish Muscle.” The award recognizes the most outstanding genealogical resource of the year.
