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.
Student Values Small Community with Space to Grow
Small communities have big appeal for Sofia Prada, both as a student at Thames at Mitchell College and as a performer in the college’s performing arts program.
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.
Student’s Dream Shines Light on Others
Meet Inonda Peterson, the first-year student who is the force behind “Letting OUR Voices Be Heard,” a campus event celebrating Black History Month. The February 25 community event brings together dozens of Black performers and artists and Black-owned businesses to showcase Black excellence, especially for a younger generation.
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.
CT Baby Bonds Program Information Session at Mitchell on Feb. 12
Connecticut State Treasurer Erick Russell and economist Darrick Hamilton of The New School will discuss CT Baby Bonds, the first-in-the-nation program to combat generational poverty. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is required by Feb. 3.
Mitchell College Welcomes New Trustees
The Mitchell College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce new members who have joined the board over the last year.
Fall 2023 Academic Honors Recipients
Mitchell College congratulates students named to our Fall 2023 Dean’s List or Commendable Scholar List.
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.
