Financial Aid Advisor Speaks About Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Financial Aid Advisor Kristen Mercado presented and spoke on a panel at the 58th Annual State Convention of the Connecticut NAACP, held recently at Foxwoods Resort & Casino. Mercado participated in a one-hour seminar that centered on federal student loan forgiveness, including supporting loan forgiveness to underserved populations.
Mitchell College Offering Fully Online Degree Completion Program
Now enrolling! Designed for students who have started—but not completed—a degree, this accelerated program offers both a 2-year (A.A.) and a 4-year (B.A.) degree. Two options are available for focused study in high-demand career tracks: (1) Business and (2) Health and Human Services.
Student Puts the ‘Hospitality’ in Homeless Center
For sophomore hospitality management major Nick Anderson, working as a volunteer at the New London Homeless Hospitality Center (HHC) has been an opportunity to practice his professional skills and gain insight into the complex issue of homelessness.
Alum Offers Insights Into Graduate School
Mitchell alumna Brittney Marcucci (’20) took time out recently from her busy schedule as a graduate student to talk to a Mitchell class about her experiences in graduate school. She offered insights into finding, applying to, and thriving in graduate school to a Graduate School and Beyond class taught by Nancy Parent, Ph.D.
Mitchell College Students Join Award-Winning Journalist’s National Podcast
Mitchell College students joined Julio Ricardo Varela, founder of one of the world’s top U.S. Latino digital media sites, for his weekly podcast to discuss neuro-inclusivity, belonging, and radical hospitality. “I was instantly struck by how strong and welcoming the community was,” said the MSNBC opinion columnist. “There was a sense of belonging and home that felt very special.”
Children’s Learning Center Welcomes New Director
The Children’s Learning Center at Mitchell College recently welcomed Jill Fidrych as its new director. In her role, she will oversee the operations of the center and lead the staff in providing a nurturing and safe educational environment for its preschool program.
Mitchell College Partners with Community to Address Food Insecurity Among Students
To address food insecurity among students, Mitchell College established the Mariner Market, an on-campus food pantry for students. The College increased the capacity of the market recently by joining the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center network in Southeastern Connecticut.
Students Pulling Over at ‘Academic Rest Stop’
After conversations about the increasing prevalence of mental health concerns on college campuses, Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, Mitchell College president, and Dr. Betsy Beaulieu, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college, sought to create a quiet place for students to decompress and feel welcome on campus.
Ventresca Named Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach
Kristin Ventresca has been named the next head coach of the Mitchell College women’s lacrosse team, as announced recently by Director of Athletics Matt Finlayson. Ventresca will make her collegiate head coaching debut for the Mariners, who posted a 3-9 record in 2023, the most wins for the program since 2018.
Award-Winning Journalist to Record Podcast with Students
Award-winning journalist Julio Ricardo Varela will produce a “Latino Rebels Radio” podcast focused on neuro-inclusivity, belonging, and radical hospitality as a social justice movement in conversation with Mitchell College students on Fri., Sept. 22, 1–2:30 p.m. in the Weller Center at Mitchell College. The public is invited to attend.
Mitchell College Welcomes Four New Faculty
Mitchell College announces four new full-time faculty members for the Academic Year 2023-2024 in the areas of criminal justice, science, sport management, and communication: Dr. Timothy Daty, assistant professor of criminal justice; Christy Dukehart, visiting assistant professor of sport management; Dr. Richard W. Sanders, associate professor of chemistry; and Michael H. Stoner, visiting instructor of communication.
Kishorn Joins Mitchell College as Associate Athletic Director
The Mitchell College Department of Athletics is happy to announce the recent hiring of Ashley “Stick” Kishorn as Associate Director of Athletics and Senior Woman Administrator.
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.
Mitchell Alumni Score Overseas
Completion of a college degree sometimes means a special trip for the graduate to see the world before starting a new job or graduate school. These Mitchell College alumni, who played basketball and baseball for the Mariners, took it a step further and moved overseas to continue to play the sports they loved while soaking in the new cultures around them.
