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SUMMARY:WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - DEI/Campus Climate Plan
DESCRIPTION:WESTCONN EXCHANGE – WEAVING OUR WAY FORWARD – DEI/CAMPUS CLIMATE PLAN: As we continue shaping WestConn’s path forward\, you are invited to join a new series of forums — WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward. These sessions are designed to be interactive\, bringing together faculty\, staff\, and students for open dialogue and feedback as we refresh and finalize important strategies and decisions. \nWe are excited to offer each exchange in both in-person and virtual formats. You are encouraged to participate in at least one session for each topic. After each session\, we will share insights and updates online for additional feedback and engage with shared governance bodies. Throughout the term\, there will be numerous opportunities to provide your input through various formats. \nWestConn Exchange Schedule \n\nStrategy\n\n\nTuesday\, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nMonday\, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nFinance\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nDEI/Campus Climate Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nIT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nTuesday\, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n  \nRegister for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants \n  \nBrief Updates on Our Work \nStrategy\nOur strategy work is guided by Western Rising 2030 and seeks to integrate multiple planning efforts into one clear direction. I will propose that we center our efforts around three commitments. \n\nDistinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible\, career-ready\, and affordable pathways.\nStrengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability\, modernizing infrastructure\, and rebuilding trust.\nRegional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce\, education\, and community development.\n\nYour feedback will be essential as we identify our direction. Together\, we will identify the most critical strategies to advance these commitments\, establish clear metrics to measure progress\, and create structures that hold us accountable across the institution. \nFinance\nOur financial discussions will focus on mitigation strategies and efforts to close our structural deficit. While we ended FY25 with a $4.5 million surplus and $11.9 million in reserves\, these results depended heavily on $24.2 million in one-time system support and temporary measures\, meaning the University carried a $23 million structural deficit. Looking forward\, our five-year framework projects only modest surpluses in FY26-27 sustained through continued one-time support\, before recurring annual deficits of approximately $10.5 million in FY28-FY30 unless new revenues and deeper efficiencies are achieved. Addressing this challenge will require careful attention to personnel costs\, vendor renegotiations\, shared services\, and revenue diversification through housing\, dining\, grants\, philanthropy\, and auxiliary ventures. As I have reviewed our finances more closely\, I have found the situation to be more complex than I initially anticipated—an unsurprising reality in today’s higher education environment\, but one that underscores the importance of transparent communication\, difficult choices\, and collective action. To move forward\, we need everyone—faculty\, staff\, students\, and partners—actively engaged in identifying opportunities for reallocation and investment\, generating new revenues\, and ensuring that decisions remain aligned with our academic mission and long-term sustainability. \nIT&I/Facilities Renewal\nWe are finalizing a three-year renewal plan that outlines more than $54 million in proposed state bond funding to strengthen WestConn’s physical and digital foundations. This plan directly connects facilities and technology investments to our academic mission and student experience. Your engagement is essential as we refine these priorities and design strong advocacy efforts with state leaders and partners. Together\, we can build the infrastructure and technology that will power WestConn’s future. \nDEI & Campus Climate Plan\nOur DEI Master Plan 2025-2030 builds on recent momentum — hiring new leadership\, strengthening recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff\, and expanding culturally sustaining supports for students. The plan emphasizes creating a more inclusive campus climate\, improving infrastructure for Hispanic and other underrepresented students\, and embedding equity as a design principle across academics and student life. A key part of this work is being transparent about our challenges while also recognizing and replicating our successes as leverage points. Together\, these insights will guide strategies that are both honest about where we must improve and bold in building on what already works. At the forum\, we will provide an update on the plan and seek your input on how best to advance strategies that foster belonging\, equity\, and accountability across the institution. \nThese forums are not simply updates — they are an exchange of ideas and perspectives. Your input will directly shape our efforts as we move into this next chapter of renewal and growth. I hope you will join the conversation or provide input in other ways.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/westconn-exchange-weaving-our-way-forward-dei-campus-climate-plan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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SUMMARY:WCSU Tech Scoop: AI in Teaching & Learning
DESCRIPTION:WCSU TECH SCOOP – AI IN TEACHING & LEARNING: Curious about how AI is shaping education? Join us for Tech Scoop/AI from 12:30 – 2 p.m. at the Ruth A. Haas Library (1st floor) on the Midtown campus. Presenters from across campus will showcase innovative ways they’re using AI for research\, teaching\, and productivity – from simulations and storytelling to literature reviews and visual tools. This engaging session is open to all faculty\, staff\, and students who want to explore the opportunities (and challenges) AI brings to higher education.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/wcsu-tech-scoop-ai-in-teaching-learning/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Exhibition,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T143000
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CREATED:20250909T125350Z
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SUMMARY:Internship Information and Walk-in Hours
DESCRIPTION:INTERNSHIP INFORMATION AND WALK-IN HOURS: Looking for an Internship? We Can Help! \nDo you need to complete an internship before graduation but aren’t sure where to start? Whether you’re exploring opportunities or just have a few questions\, we’ve got you covered! \nStop by during our Internship Information Walk-In Hours at the Haas Library on the Midtown campus from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. to get answers and guidance. \nYou’ll learn about: \nHow to apply for an internship at WCSU\nThe requirements you need before applying\nTips for finding and securing opportunities\nAnd much more! \nIf you have any questions\, please email Katherine Corsillo at corsillok@wcsu.edu
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/internship-information-and-walk-in-hours-2/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Career search,Discussion
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SUMMARY:WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - Finance
DESCRIPTION:WESTCONN EXCHANGE – WEAVING OUR WAY FORWARD – FINANCE: As we continue shaping WestConn’s path forward\, you are invited to join a new series of forums — WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward. These sessions are designed to be interactive\, bringing together faculty\, staff\, and students for open dialogue and feedback as we refresh and finalize important strategies and decisions. \nWe are excited to offer each exchange in both in-person and virtual formats. You are encouraged to participate in at least one session for each topic. After each session\, we will share insights and updates online for additional feedback and engage with shared governance bodies. Throughout the term\, there will be numerous opportunities to provide your input through various formats. \nWestConn Exchange Schedule \n\nStrategy\n\n\nTuesday\, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nMonday\, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nFinance\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nDEI/Campus Climate Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nIT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nTuesday\, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n  \nRegister for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants \n  \nBrief Updates on Our Work \nStrategy\nOur strategy work is guided by Western Rising 2030 and seeks to integrate multiple planning efforts into one clear direction. I will propose that we center our efforts around three commitments. \n\nDistinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible\, career-ready\, and affordable pathways.\nStrengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability\, modernizing infrastructure\, and rebuilding trust.\nRegional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce\, education\, and community development.\n\nYour feedback will be essential as we identify our direction. Together\, we will identify the most critical strategies to advance these commitments\, establish clear metrics to measure progress\, and create structures that hold us accountable across the institution. \nFinance\nOur financial discussions will focus on mitigation strategies and efforts to close our structural deficit. While we ended FY25 with a $4.5 million surplus and $11.9 million in reserves\, these results depended heavily on $24.2 million in one-time system support and temporary measures\, meaning the University carried a $23 million structural deficit. Looking forward\, our five-year framework projects only modest surpluses in FY26-27 sustained through continued one-time support\, before recurring annual deficits of approximately $10.5 million in FY28-FY30 unless new revenues and deeper efficiencies are achieved. Addressing this challenge will require careful attention to personnel costs\, vendor renegotiations\, shared services\, and revenue diversification through housing\, dining\, grants\, philanthropy\, and auxiliary ventures. As I have reviewed our finances more closely\, I have found the situation to be more complex than I initially anticipated—an unsurprising reality in today’s higher education environment\, but one that underscores the importance of transparent communication\, difficult choices\, and collective action. To move forward\, we need everyone—faculty\, staff\, students\, and partners—actively engaged in identifying opportunities for reallocation and investment\, generating new revenues\, and ensuring that decisions remain aligned with our academic mission and long-term sustainability. \nIT&I/Facilities Renewal\nWe are finalizing a three-year renewal plan that outlines more than $54 million in proposed state bond funding to strengthen WestConn’s physical and digital foundations. This plan directly connects facilities and technology investments to our academic mission and student experience. Your engagement is essential as we refine these priorities and design strong advocacy efforts with state leaders and partners. Together\, we can build the infrastructure and technology that will power WestConn’s future. \nDEI & Campus Climate Plan\nOur DEI Master Plan 2025-2030 builds on recent momentum — hiring new leadership\, strengthening recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff\, and expanding culturally sustaining supports for students. The plan emphasizes creating a more inclusive campus climate\, improving infrastructure for Hispanic and other underrepresented students\, and embedding equity as a design principle across academics and student life. A key part of this work is being transparent about our challenges while also recognizing and replicating our successes as leverage points. Together\, these insights will guide strategies that are both honest about where we must improve and bold in building on what already works. At the forum\, we will provide an update on the plan and seek your input on how best to advance strategies that foster belonging\, equity\, and accountability across the institution. \nThese forums are not simply updates — they are an exchange of ideas and perspectives. Your input will directly shape our efforts as we move into this next chapter of renewal and growth. I hope you will join the conversation or provide input in other ways.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/westconn-exchange-weaving-our-way-forward-finance-2/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center South Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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SUMMARY:WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - Strategy
DESCRIPTION:WESTCONN EXCHANGE – WEAVING OUR WAY FORWARD – STRATEGY: As we continue shaping WestConn’s path forward\, you are invited to join a new series of forums — WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward. These sessions are designed to be interactive\, bringing together faculty\, staff\, and students for open dialogue and feedback as we refresh and finalize important strategies and decisions. \nWe are excited to offer each exchange in both in-person and virtual formats. You are encouraged to participate in at least one session for each topic. After each session\, we will share insights and updates online for additional feedback and engage with shared governance bodies. Throughout the term\, there will be numerous opportunities to provide your input through various formats. \nWestConn Exchange Schedule \n\nStrategy\n\n\nTuesday\, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nMonday\, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nFinance\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nDEI/Campus Climate Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nIT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nTuesday\, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n  \nRegister for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants \n  \nBrief Updates on Our Work \nStrategy\nOur strategy work is guided by Western Rising 2030 and seeks to integrate multiple planning efforts into one clear direction. I will propose that we center our efforts around three commitments. \n\nDistinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible\, career-ready\, and affordable pathways.\nStrengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability\, modernizing infrastructure\, and rebuilding trust.\nRegional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce\, education\, and community development.\n\nYour feedback will be essential as we identify our direction. Together\, we will identify the most critical strategies to advance these commitments\, establish clear metrics to measure progress\, and create structures that hold us accountable across the institution. \nFinance\nOur financial discussions will focus on mitigation strategies and efforts to close our structural deficit. While we ended FY25 with a $4.5 million surplus and $11.9 million in reserves\, these results depended heavily on $24.2 million in one-time system support and temporary measures\, meaning the University carried a $23 million structural deficit. Looking forward\, our five-year framework projects only modest surpluses in FY26-27 sustained through continued one-time support\, before recurring annual deficits of approximately $10.5 million in FY28-FY30 unless new revenues and deeper efficiencies are achieved. Addressing this challenge will require careful attention to personnel costs\, vendor renegotiations\, shared services\, and revenue diversification through housing\, dining\, grants\, philanthropy\, and auxiliary ventures. As I have reviewed our finances more closely\, I have found the situation to be more complex than I initially anticipated—an unsurprising reality in today’s higher education environment\, but one that underscores the importance of transparent communication\, difficult choices\, and collective action. To move forward\, we need everyone—faculty\, staff\, students\, and partners—actively engaged in identifying opportunities for reallocation and investment\, generating new revenues\, and ensuring that decisions remain aligned with our academic mission and long-term sustainability. \nIT&I/Facilities Renewal\nWe are finalizing a three-year renewal plan that outlines more than $54 million in proposed state bond funding to strengthen WestConn’s physical and digital foundations. This plan directly connects facilities and technology investments to our academic mission and student experience. Your engagement is essential as we refine these priorities and design strong advocacy efforts with state leaders and partners. Together\, we can build the infrastructure and technology that will power WestConn’s future. \nDEI & Campus Climate Plan\nOur DEI Master Plan 2025-2030 builds on recent momentum — hiring new leadership\, strengthening recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff\, and expanding culturally sustaining supports for students. The plan emphasizes creating a more inclusive campus climate\, improving infrastructure for Hispanic and other underrepresented students\, and embedding equity as a design principle across academics and student life. A key part of this work is being transparent about our challenges while also recognizing and replicating our successes as leverage points. Together\, these insights will guide strategies that are both honest about where we must improve and bold in building on what already works. At the forum\, we will provide an update on the plan and seek your input on how best to advance strategies that foster belonging\, equity\, and accountability across the institution. \nThese forums are not simply updates — they are an exchange of ideas and perspectives. Your input will directly shape our efforts as we move into this next chapter of renewal and growth. I hope you will join the conversation or provide input in other ways.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/westconn-exchange-weaving-our-way-forward-strategy-2/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center South Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T140000
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CREATED:20250905T124730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T125049Z
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SUMMARY:Internship Information and Walk-in Hours
DESCRIPTION:INTERNSHIP INFORMATION AND WALK-IN HOURS: Looking for an Internship? We Can Help! \nDo you need to complete an internship before graduation but aren’t sure where to start? Whether you’re exploring opportunities or just have a few questions\, we’ve got you covered! \nStop by during our Internship Information Walk-In Hours at Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus from 2 to 4 p.m. to get answers and guidance. \nYou’ll learn about: \nHow to apply for an internship at WCSU\nThe requirements you need before applying\nTips for finding and securing opportunities\nAnd much more! \nIf you have any questions\, please email Katherine Corsillo at corsillok@wcsu.edu
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/internship-information-and-walk-in-hours/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hall\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Career search,Discussion
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T121500
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SUMMARY:WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - Finance
DESCRIPTION:WESTCONN EXCHANGE – WEAVING OUR WAY FORWARD – FINANCE: As we continue shaping WestConn’s path forward\, you are invited to join a new series of forums — WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward. These sessions are designed to be interactive\, bringing together faculty\, staff\, and students for open dialogue and feedback as we refresh and finalize important strategies and decisions. \nWe are excited to offer each exchange in both in-person and virtual formats. You are encouraged to participate in at least one session for each topic. After each session\, we will share insights and updates online for additional feedback and engage with shared governance bodies. Throughout the term\, there will be numerous opportunities to provide your input through various formats. \nWestConn Exchange Schedule \n\nStrategy\n\n\nTuesday\, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nMonday\, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nFinance\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nDEI/Campus Climate Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nIT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nTuesday\, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n  \nRegister for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants \n  \nBrief Updates on Our Work \nStrategy\nOur strategy work is guided by Western Rising 2030 and seeks to integrate multiple planning efforts into one clear direction. I will propose that we center our efforts around three commitments. \n\nDistinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible\, career-ready\, and affordable pathways.\nStrengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability\, modernizing infrastructure\, and rebuilding trust.\nRegional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce\, education\, and community development.\n\nYour feedback will be essential as we identify our direction. Together\, we will identify the most critical strategies to advance these commitments\, establish clear metrics to measure progress\, and create structures that hold us accountable across the institution. \nFinance\nOur financial discussions will focus on mitigation strategies and efforts to close our structural deficit. While we ended FY25 with a $4.5 million surplus and $11.9 million in reserves\, these results depended heavily on $24.2 million in one-time system support and temporary measures\, meaning the University carried a $23 million structural deficit. Looking forward\, our five-year framework projects only modest surpluses in FY26-27 sustained through continued one-time support\, before recurring annual deficits of approximately $10.5 million in FY28-FY30 unless new revenues and deeper efficiencies are achieved. Addressing this challenge will require careful attention to personnel costs\, vendor renegotiations\, shared services\, and revenue diversification through housing\, dining\, grants\, philanthropy\, and auxiliary ventures. As I have reviewed our finances more closely\, I have found the situation to be more complex than I initially anticipated—an unsurprising reality in today’s higher education environment\, but one that underscores the importance of transparent communication\, difficult choices\, and collective action. To move forward\, we need everyone—faculty\, staff\, students\, and partners—actively engaged in identifying opportunities for reallocation and investment\, generating new revenues\, and ensuring that decisions remain aligned with our academic mission and long-term sustainability. \nIT&I/Facilities Renewal\nWe are finalizing a three-year renewal plan that outlines more than $54 million in proposed state bond funding to strengthen WestConn’s physical and digital foundations. This plan directly connects facilities and technology investments to our academic mission and student experience. Your engagement is essential as we refine these priorities and design strong advocacy efforts with state leaders and partners. Together\, we can build the infrastructure and technology that will power WestConn’s future. \nDEI & Campus Climate Plan\nOur DEI Master Plan 2025-2030 builds on recent momentum — hiring new leadership\, strengthening recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff\, and expanding culturally sustaining supports for students. The plan emphasizes creating a more inclusive campus climate\, improving infrastructure for Hispanic and other underrepresented students\, and embedding equity as a design principle across academics and student life. A key part of this work is being transparent about our challenges while also recognizing and replicating our successes as leverage points. Together\, these insights will guide strategies that are both honest about where we must improve and bold in building on what already works. At the forum\, we will provide an update on the plan and seek your input on how best to advance strategies that foster belonging\, equity\, and accountability across the institution. \nThese forums are not simply updates — they are an exchange of ideas and perspectives. Your input will directly shape our efforts as we move into this next chapter of renewal and growth. I hope you will join the conversation or provide input in other ways.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/westconn-exchange-weaving-our-way-forward-finance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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END:VEVENT
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
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SUMMARY:WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - Strategy
DESCRIPTION:WESTCONN EXCHANGE – WEAVING OUR WAY FORWARD – STRATEGY: As we continue shaping WestConn’s path forward\, you are invited to join a new series of forums — WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward. These sessions are designed to be interactive\, bringing together faculty\, staff\, and students for open dialogue and feedback as we refresh and finalize important strategies and decisions. \nWe are excited to offer each exchange in both in-person and virtual formats. You are encouraged to participate in at least one session for each topic. After each session\, we will share insights and updates online for additional feedback and engage with shared governance bodies. Throughout the term\, there will be numerous opportunities to provide your input through various formats. \nWestConn Exchange Schedule \n\nStrategy\n\n\nTuesday\, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nMonday\, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nFinance\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nDEI/Campus Climate Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual\nWednesday\, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n\nIT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan\n\n\nMonday\, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual\nTuesday\, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South\n\n  \nRegister for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants \n  \nBrief Updates on Our Work \nStrategy\nOur strategy work is guided by Western Rising 2030 and seeks to integrate multiple planning efforts into one clear direction. I will propose that we center our efforts around three commitments. \n\nDistinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible\, career-ready\, and affordable pathways.\nStrengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability\, modernizing infrastructure\, and rebuilding trust.\nRegional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce\, education\, and community development.\n\nYour feedback will be essential as we identify our direction. Together\, we will identify the most critical strategies to advance these commitments\, establish clear metrics to measure progress\, and create structures that hold us accountable across the institution. \nFinance\nOur financial discussions will focus on mitigation strategies and efforts to close our structural deficit. While we ended FY25 with a $4.5 million surplus and $11.9 million in reserves\, these results depended heavily on $24.2 million in one-time system support and temporary measures\, meaning the University carried a $23 million structural deficit. Looking forward\, our five-year framework projects only modest surpluses in FY26-27 sustained through continued one-time support\, before recurring annual deficits of approximately $10.5 million in FY28-FY30 unless new revenues and deeper efficiencies are achieved. Addressing this challenge will require careful attention to personnel costs\, vendor renegotiations\, shared services\, and revenue diversification through housing\, dining\, grants\, philanthropy\, and auxiliary ventures. As I have reviewed our finances more closely\, I have found the situation to be more complex than I initially anticipated—an unsurprising reality in today’s higher education environment\, but one that underscores the importance of transparent communication\, difficult choices\, and collective action. To move forward\, we need everyone—faculty\, staff\, students\, and partners—actively engaged in identifying opportunities for reallocation and investment\, generating new revenues\, and ensuring that decisions remain aligned with our academic mission and long-term sustainability. \nIT&I/Facilities Renewal\nWe are finalizing a three-year renewal plan that outlines more than $54 million in proposed state bond funding to strengthen WestConn’s physical and digital foundations. This plan directly connects facilities and technology investments to our academic mission and student experience. Your engagement is essential as we refine these priorities and design strong advocacy efforts with state leaders and partners. Together\, we can build the infrastructure and technology that will power WestConn’s future. \nDEI & Campus Climate Plan\nOur DEI Master Plan 2025-2030 builds on recent momentum — hiring new leadership\, strengthening recruitment and retention of diverse faculty and staff\, and expanding culturally sustaining supports for students. The plan emphasizes creating a more inclusive campus climate\, improving infrastructure for Hispanic and other underrepresented students\, and embedding equity as a design principle across academics and student life. A key part of this work is being transparent about our challenges while also recognizing and replicating our successes as leverage points. Together\, these insights will guide strategies that are both honest about where we must improve and bold in building on what already works. At the forum\, we will provide an update on the plan and seek your input on how best to advance strategies that foster belonging\, equity\, and accountability across the institution. \nThese forums are not simply updates — they are an exchange of ideas and perspectives. Your input will directly shape our efforts as we move into this next chapter of renewal and growth. I hope you will join the conversation or provide input in other ways.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/westconn-exchange-weaving-our-way-forward-strategy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T143000
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SUMMARY:Constitution Day
DESCRIPTION:CONSTITUTION DAY: The Macricostas School of Arts & Sciences and the Voices for Liberty Institute are pleased to welcome Nadine Strossen\, former president of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)\, to WCSU to celebrate Constitution Day. A nationally recognized expert on free speech and civil rights\, Strossen is the author of many books\, including most recently “The War On Words: 10 Arguments Against Free Speech—And Why They Fail.” \nShe will discuss current debates about free speech and the history of the American Constitution in conversation with Dr. Howell Williams\, Associate Professor of Political Science\, followed by a Q&A. \nAt 2:30 p.m. in the Student Center Theater on the Midtown campus. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/constitution-day/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center Theater\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T190000
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SUMMARY:Our Sustainable Future Lecture series
DESCRIPTION:OUR SUSTAINABLE FUTURE SERIES: The MakerLab at the Danbury Library will host a series of in-person talks with Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department\, to address immediate concerns in providing a better and sustainable future for generations to come. These talks will discuss ideas presented by Operation Drawdown. From 6 to 7 p.m. at the Danbury Library\, 170 Main St. in Danbury. \nThe three-part series will include: \nJuly 10: Why Are We Still Pumping Oil?\nJuly 17: Climate A Long Time Ago. How do we know?\nJuly 24: Climate Tipping Points \nFor Adults and Teens (Ages 13+)\nFREE. Registration required. \nRegister at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=181030
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/our-sustainable-future-lecture-series/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Discussion,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danbury Library":MAILTO:amuraca@danburylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T190000
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SUMMARY:Our Sustainable Future Lecture series
DESCRIPTION:OUR SUSTAINABLE FUTURE SERIES: The MakerLab at the Danbury Library will host a series of in-person talks with Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department\, to address immediate concerns in providing a better and sustainable future for generations to come. These talks will discuss ideas presented by Operation Drawdown. From 6 to 7 p.m. at the Danbury Library\, 170 Main St. in Danbury. \nThe three-part series will include: \nJuly 10: Why Are We Still Pumping Oil?\nJuly 17: Climate A Long Time Ago. How do we know?\nJuly 24: Climate Tipping Points \nFor Adults and Teens (Ages 13+)\nFREE. Registration required. \nRegister at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=181030
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/our-sustainable-future-lecture-series/2025-07-17/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Discussion,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danbury Library":MAILTO:amuraca@danburylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250623T163853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T163853Z
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SUMMARY:Our Sustainable Future Lecture series
DESCRIPTION:OUR SUSTAINABLE FUTURE SERIES: The MakerLab at the Danbury Library will host a series of in-person talks with Dr. Mitch Wagener of Western Connecticut State University’s Biology Department\, to address immediate concerns in providing a better and sustainable future for generations to come. These talks will discuss ideas presented by Operation Drawdown. From 6 to 7 p.m. at the Danbury Library\, 170 Main St. in Danbury. \nThe three-part series will include: \nJuly 10: Why Are We Still Pumping Oil?\nJuly 17: Climate A Long Time Ago. How do we know?\nJuly 24: Climate Tipping Points \nFor Adults and Teens (Ages 13+)\nFREE. Registration required. \nRegister at https://danburylibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=181030
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/our-sustainable-future-lecture-series-2/
LOCATION:Danbury Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Discussion,Lectures,WOW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danbury Library":MAILTO:amuraca@danburylibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250422T181255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T210434Z
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SUMMARY:Boundaries and Consent: Centering Neurodiverse Experiences
DESCRIPTION:BOUNDARIES AND CONSENT – CENTERING NEURODIVERSE EXPERIENCES: Join The Center for Empowerment and Education for an educational workshop on boundaries and consent that centers neurodiverse experiences. From 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Room 202 of the Midtown Student Center. \nAll attendees will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card! \nDon’t hesitate to email the Campus Advocate\, Rachel\, at rachel.k@thecenterct.org if you need accommodations for this program.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/boundaries-and-consent-centering-neurodiverse-experiences-2/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center 202\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250325T133954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160624Z
UID:10071087-1745438400-1745442000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Story Sharing featuring Guma Mami
DESCRIPTION:STORY SHARING FEATURING GUMA MAMI: The Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion is promoting this event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. \nApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)\, and NAPIESV (National Organization of Asians and Pacific Islanders Ending Sexual Violence) invites you to stand with us in raising awareness\, supporting survivors\, and healing together. \nJoin Guma Mami as they lead a powerful discussion on men’s health\, the impact of sexual violence\, and supporting male survivors. We invite you to come along with us as we explore the role of men’s programs in healing and prevention. \nFrom 8 to 9 p.m. Register at https://bit.ly/4gO3ct5
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/story-sharing-feat-guma-mami/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Event,Discussion,Diversity,Information Session,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T190000
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CREATED:20250403T144449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T144449Z
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SUMMARY:The Evolving Landscape of Global Supply Chains
DESCRIPTION:THE EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS: Join the Ancell School of Business Management Department for a panel discussion featuring industry experts who will share their insights on the challenges and opportunities that tariffs and geopolitical risks pose to the global supply chains. Panelists will include Mike Kivel\, Director of Supply Chain Operations\, Johns Hopkins; James Heneghan\, Global Head of Risk Management\, Louis Dreyfus Company; and Daniel Hobbs\, Vice President of Production & Supply Chains\, Belimo America. From 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Room 218 of the Westside Classroom Building (President’s Reception Room).
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-evolving-landscape-of-global-supply-chains/
LOCATION:President’s Reception Room\, Westside Classroom Building 218\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Panel discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
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CREATED:20250311T140221Z
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SUMMARY:Film and Forum - Documentaries at the Library
DESCRIPTION:FILM AND FORUM – DOCUMENTARIES AT THE LIBRARY: The Film and Forum series returns to the Haas Library on the Midtown campus. Join us for our final Film and Forum for the Spring 2025 semester from 3 to 5 p.m. for a screening of “Climate Refugees\,” a highly awarded documentary that focuses on the intersection between “overpopulation\, excessive consumption\, dwindling resources\, and a shifting climate.” \nA discussion following the screening will be led by Dr. Anna Malavisi\, Associate Professor and Co-Chair of the Department of Philosophy. \nPopcorn and snacks provided by Wally’s Cupboard\, WCSU’s Food Pantry. To learn more about Wally’s Cupboard and how to support their efforts\, click the link here: Wally’s Cupboard by SGA \nAbout the Presenter \nAnna Malavisi has a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Michigan State University. Her dissertation was titled\, “Global development and its discontents: rethinking the theory and practice is a critical analysis of global development from an ethical and feminist epistemology perspective.” Her philosophical interests include: practical and global ethics\, feminist philosophy/epistemology\, social and political thought\, environmental philosophy and the philosophy of violence. She has a Master of Health and International Development and has worked for 16 years in Latin America in the NGO sector in areas of development practice and management. For a list of publications please visit https://annamalavisi.com \nFor details about each showing\, check out the WCSU Libraries’ instagram page @westconnlibrary or Wally’s Cupboard @wallyscupboardwcsu \nThis documentary series is in partnership with Wally’s Cupboard! Questions about the food pantry or food insecurity? Check out their hours here: www.wcsu.edu/student-affairs/food-pantries/
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/film-and-forum-documentaries-at-the-library-3/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Health And Wellness,Lectures,Movie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Symposium
DESCRIPTION:SUSTAINABILITY SYMPOSIUM: The Jane Goodall Center invites you to listen to presenter Sharon Lewis and WCSU students talk about sustainability. From noon to 2 p.m. on the first floor of the Haas Library on the Midtown campus. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! This event is part of Earth Day 2025. Learn more here: https://libguides.wcsu.edu/earthday25 \nSharon Lewis is the Executive Director of the Connecticut Coalition for Economic and Environmental Justice (CCEEJ). She is also the founder of Boots on the Ground — an environmental justice advocate training school — and the Community Benefits Alliance\, which helps communities understand and negotiate equitable development agreements. Her work spans climate policy\, energy justice\, and insurance reform\, with a focus on empowering frontline communities to fight for what they deserve. Sharon has testified before Congress on the critical connection between climate change and the insurance industry\, highlighting how discriminatory practices undermine housing\, resilience\, and recovery in vulnerable neighborhoods. She also leads campaigns to ensure equitable access to clean energy and community-led sustainability solutions. She believes sustainability is not just a goal — it’s a right. Through education\, advocacy\, and organizing\, she is unlocking what’s possible when justice is at the center. Sharon is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College holding a B.A. in Urban Studies and an M.A. in Urban Planning. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/sustainability-symposium/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250407T194821Z
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SUMMARY:The Green Microphone
DESCRIPTION:THE GREEN MICROPHONE: The mic is yours! As part of EARTH DAY 2025\, we are turning the mic over to you! Come share a quick talk\, read a poem\, sing a song\, lead a discussion\, or just come to listen. From 10 a.m. to noon in the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus. Sign up for a slot here: https://wcsu.libwizard.com/f/green_mic
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-green-microphone/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Discussion,Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250407T194603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T192015Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day 2025 with WCSU Libraries!
DESCRIPTION:EARTH DAY 2025 WITH WCSU LIBRARIES: Join us for a full day of events as we celebrate Earth Day 2025 in Haas Library on the Midtown campus! This is the 55th anniversary of the event in 1970 that marked the birth of the modern environmental movement. Events\, talks\, crafts\, activities and the chance to win a pack of four passes to the Norwalk Maritime Aquarium! All events will be held on the first floor of Haas Library. \nALL DAY (9 a.m.- 5 p.m.): Wildflower seed balls\, Citizen Science kits\, Student Art exhibits\, food pantry donations\, electronic recycling\, seedling kits and more! \n10 a.m. – noon: THE GREEN MICROPHONE! The mic is yours! Share a quick talk\, perform a poetry reading\, lead a discussion\, or just come to listen. Sign up here: https://wcsu.libwizard.com/f/green_mic \nnoon – 2 p.m.: SUSTAINABILITY SYMPOSIUM! The Jane Goodall Center invites you to hear presenter Sharon Lewis and WCSU students talk on sustainability. Lunch provided!! \n3 – 5 p.m.: FILM AND FORUM! Watch the movie “Climate Refugees” and join a discussion led by Dr. Anna Malavisi.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/earth-day-2025-with-wcsu-libraries/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Climate,Discussion,Exhibition,Food,Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T181120Z
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SUMMARY:Journalism and Activism at WestConn
DESCRIPTION:JOURNALISM AND ACTIVISM AT WESTCONN: Archivist and Special Collections Librarian Brian Stevens will speak as part of the Haas Library’s spring series (UN)INFORMED: Journalism\, Social Media\, and the Rise of News as Entertainment which explores the evolution of journalism and news reporting and the impact that social media\, news entertainment\, disinformation and misinformation have had on activism\, politics\, and society. The series complements the library’s spring book exhibit: “In Print & In Practice: Ethically Researching and Reporting.” From noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. \nLight refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/journalism-and-activism-at-westconn/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250325T133849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T160602Z
UID:10071086-1744833600-1744837200@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Story Sharing featuring TOHGE
DESCRIPTION:STORY SHARING FEATURING TOHGE: The Office of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion is promoting the following event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. \nApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)\, and NAPIESV (National Organization of Asians and Pacific Islanders Ending Sexual Violence) invites you to stand with us in raising awareness\, supporting survivors\, and healing together. \nJoin TOHGE Guam (pronounced Toe-Gi) for a powerful discussion on the link between substance abuse and sexual assault. Learn how substance use affects vulnerability\, consent\, and survivor support. Gain insights\, prevention strategies\, and resources to help create safer communities. \nFrom 8 to 9 p.m. Register at https://bit.ly/3X5eDWc
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/story-sharing-featuring-tohge/
LOCATION:Virtual event
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Event,Discussion,Diversity,Information Session,Virtual event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250328T200553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T145557Z
UID:10071163-1744821000-1744826400@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Boundaries and Consent: Centering Neurodiverse Experiences
DESCRIPTION:BOUNDARIES AND CONSENT – CENTERING NEURODIVERSE EXPERIENCES: Join The Center for Empowerment and Education for an educational workshop on boundaries and consent that centers neurodiverse experiences. From 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Room 202 of the Midtown Student Center. \nAll attendees will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card! \nDon’t hesitate to email the Campus Advocate\, Rachel at rachel.k@thecenterct.org if you need accommodations for this program.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/boundaries-and-consent-centering-neurodiverse-experiences/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center 202\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Wellness,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T231206
CREATED:20250228T180502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180502Z
UID:10071017-1744286400-1744290000@www.wcsu.edu
SUMMARY:Getting it Right in a Changing Media Landscape
DESCRIPTION:GETTING IT RIGHT IN A CHANGING MEDIA LANDSCAPE: Writing professor and former professional journalist John Roche will speak as part of Haas Library’s spring series (UN)INFORMED: Journalism\, Social Media\, and the Rise of News as Entertainment which explores he evolution of journalism and news reporting and the impact that social media\, news entertainment\, disinformation and misinformation have had on activism\, politics\, and society. The series complements the library’s spring book exhibit: “In Print & In Practice: Ethically Researching and Reporting.” From noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. \nLight refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/getting-it-right-in-a-changing-media-landscape/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T150000
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SUMMARY:Film and Forum - Documentaries at the Library
DESCRIPTION:FILM AND FORUM – DOCUMENTARIES AT THE LIBRARY: The Film and Forum series returns to the Haas Library on the Midtown campus.  Join us every other Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. for documentaries\, discussions\, and snacks! \nFor details about each showing\, check out the WCSU Libraries’ instagram page @westconnlibrary or Wally’s Cupboard @wallyscupboardwcsu \nThis documentary series is in partnership with Wally’s Cupboard! Questions about the food pantry or food insecurity? Check out their hours here: www.wcsu.edu/student-affairs/food-pantries/
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/film-and-forum-documentaries-at-the-library-4/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Health And Wellness,Lectures,Movie
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T130000
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SUMMARY:The First Amendment and Covering Our Communities
DESCRIPTION:THE FIRST AMENDMENT AND COVERING OUR COMMUNITIES: Bethel residents Jim and Jacky Smith will speak as part of the Haas Library’s spring series (UN)INFORMED: Journalism\, Social Media\, and the Rise of News as Entertainment\, which explores the evolution of journalism and news reporting and the impact that social media\, news entertainment\, disinformation and misinformation have had on activism\, politics and society. The series complements the library’s spring book exhibit: “In Print & In Practice: Ethically Researching and Reporting.” From noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. \nLight refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-first-amendment-and-covering-our-communities/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T203000
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SUMMARY:Martín Espada\, "Jailbreak of Sparrows" Debut Reading
DESCRIPTION:MARTIN ESPADA\, “JAILBREAK OF SPARROWS” DEBUT READING: National Book Award-winning poet Martín Espada will give the debut reading from his new book of poems\, “Jailbreak of Sparrows” at 7 p.m. in Room 218 of the Classroom Building on the Westside campus. A book signing will follow. \nAs a poet\, essayist\, translator\, editor\, and attorney\, Martín Espada has dedicated much of his career to the pursuit of social justice\, including fighting for human rights and reclaiming the historical record. His critically acclaimed collections of poetry celebrate — and lament — the working class experience\, and\, whether narrating the struggles of immigrants as they adjust to life in the United States or chronicling the battles that Latin Americans have waged against their own repressive governments\, Espada has given voice to otherness\, powerlessness\, and poverty in poetry that is Whitmanesque in scope and has been recognized with the National Book Award\, the $100\,000 Ruth Lilly Award\, and the American Book Award\, among many others. He is a Professor of English at the University of Massachusetts. \nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/martin-espada-jailbreak-of-sparrows-debut-reading/
LOCATION:President’s Reception Room\, Westside Classroom Building 218\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Reading,Speaker,WOW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathwari Honors Program":MAILTO:honors@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T190000
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SUMMARY:Accounting Career Panel
DESCRIPTION:ACCOUNTING CAREER PANEL: Join us for a panel featuring industry leaders at Linde and PwC\, which will explore how they used their degrees to launch themselves on varied career paths. Our speakers are: Denny Brown\, Chief Information Officer\, Linde; Erin Catapano\, VP Sustainability\, Linde; and Eric Voytek\, Assurance Director\, PwC. \nFrom 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center South Ballroom.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/accounting-career-panel/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center South Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T111926Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month Presentation and Panel
DESCRIPTION:WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH PRESENTATION AND PANEL: Join the Office of Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion for a presentation and panel discussion in celebration of Women’s History Month. The presentations will center around topics of DEI\, Civil Rights\, Informal Employment\, Globalizing\, Organizing\, and Local Women Leaders in the Community. From 2 to 4 p.m. in the Student Center Theater on the Midtown campus. \nPresenters & Panelist: \nJennifer Labate J.D.\nChief Diversity Equity Inclusion Officer \nDr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella\nAssociate Chair/Professor of Anthropology \nBrigid Guertin\nExecutive Director\, Danbury Museum & Historical Society
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/womens-history-month-presentation-and-panel/
LOCATION:Midtown Student Center Theater\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Diversity,Information Session,Leadership,Panel discussion,WOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T180753Z
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SUMMARY:The TV is Dead. Long Live TV. Media Framing and Big Biz
DESCRIPTION:THE TV IS DEAD. LONG LIVE TV. MEDIA FRAMING AND BIG BIZ: Communication professor Dr. JC Barone will speak as part of Haas Library’s spring series: (UN)INFORMED: Journalism\, Social Media\, and the Rise of News as Entertainment which explores the evolution of journalism and news reporting and the impact that social media\, news entertainment\, disinformation and misinformation have had on activism\, politics\, and society. The series complements the library’s spring book exhibit: “In Print & In Practice: Ethically Researching and Reporting.” From noon to 1 p.m. in the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus. The public is invited.
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/the-tv-is-dead-long-live-tv-media-framing-and-big-biz/
LOCATION:Ruth Haas Library\, 181 White St.\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Lectures,Public Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Library Services":MAILTO:kenausisv@wcsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T150000
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CREATED:20250130T154538Z
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SUMMARY:CT Center for School Safety Inaugural AI and School Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:CT CENTER FOR SCHOOL SAFETY INAUGURAL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENTS AND SCHOOL SAFETY CONFERENCE: The CT Center for School Safety Inaugural Artificial Intelligence and School Safety Conference is a dynamic\, participant-driven event that invites attendees to actively engage in meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities at the intersection of AI and school safety. Rather than traditional presentations\, this conference emphasizes small-group discussions where participants will explore critical questions\, share insights\, and collaborate on solutions. \nAttendees will work together in facilitated discussion groups to address pressing challenges related to the use of AI. These conversations will focus on real-world issues\, such as the concerns AI poses for students and the integration of AI technologies into school safety practices. Groups will discuss assigned questions\, report out on their findings\, and contribute to actionable strategies for navigating AI and leveraging AI to enhance safety and resilience in schools. \nBy fostering collaboration and prioritizing participant expertise\, this event is designed to harness the collective knowledge of practitioners\, academics\, and technology leaders to shape innovative solutions for today’s most urgent challenges. \nFrom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center Ballroom. Register at https://www.wcsu.edu/schoolsafetycenter/wp-content/uploads/sites/233/2025/01/March-26-2025-AI-School-Safety-Conference.pdf.pdf
URL:https://www.wcsu.edu/events/calendar/ct-center-for-school-safety-inaugural-artificial-intelligence-and-school-safety-conference/
LOCATION:Westside Campus Center Ballroom\, 43 Lake Ave. Extension\, Danbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Conference,Discussion,Information Session
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT Center for School Safety":MAILTO:schoolsafetycenter@wcsu.edu
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