WCSU Events

Climate Talk
2025-10-21 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | New Pond Farm Education Center, 101 Marchant Road, Redding, CT
CLIMATE TALK: WCSU Professor of Biology Dr. Mitch Wagener will discuss “Climate Hope” at a time TBD at the New Pond Farm Education Center, 101 Marchant Road in Redding. Learn more at https://newpondfarm.org/.

Poly-Victimization: Connecting the Dots with Intimate Partner Violence Webinar
2025-10-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Virtual event
POLY-VICTIMIZATION – CONNECTING THE DOTS WITH INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE WEBINAR: The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is promoting this virtual event from the Justice Clearinghouse for Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025.
Those who experience crime are not a monolith, and many victims of crime can experience multiple types of victimization. A one-size-fits-all approach leaves many victims, especially those experiencing intimate-partner violence, without the services and support they need.
Service providers need to understand poly-victimization and how it impacts survivors’ experiences with the programs at all levels and work to find the right resources and support mechanisms to serve victims best.
Learning Outcomes:
-Understand how poly-victimization plays a role in the way that victims experience the justice system.
-Identify potential gaps in services for those who experience poly-victimization.
-Identify three trauma-informed strategies service providers can use to support victims.
This virtual event is from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Register to attend at https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/poly-victimization-connecting-the-dots-with-intimate-partner-violence/?source=regpage

FAFSA Night
2025-10-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Midtown Old Main, 181 White Street, Danbury, 06810, United States
FAFSA NIGHT: The Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment will host four FAFSA nights on Oct. 15, 21, 29, and Nov. 5. The event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Office of Financial Aid in Old Main on the Midtown campus, where students can register for assistance with completing the 2026-27 FAFSA.
National Transfer Student Week starts on October 20! WCSU proudly recognizes and celebrates our transfer students. This week is an opportunity for our entire campus to welcome them into our community! Join us for events throughout the week that foster connection, offer supports, and highlight the resources available to help them thrive!

Graduate Virtual Information Sessions
2025-10-21 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
GRADUATE VIRTUAL INFORMATION SESSIONS: At Western Connecticut State University, we are committed to helping you achieve your goals with flexible, high-quality graduate programs designed to enhance your career opportunities and personal growth.
Our Virtual Information Sessions provide an opportunity to connect with faculty and program coordinators to learn more about our graduate programs. Whether you are exploring your options or ready to apply, these sessions will give you valuable insights into program structure, curriculum, admission requirements, and career prospects.
Join us to discover how a WestConn graduate degree can help you stand out in today’s competitive job market. Register for an upcoming virtual information session and take the first step toward achieving your academic and professional aspirations!
Click here to register for a virtual information session.

October 2025

Thursday, 10/2/2025, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Counselor Education – Click this link to join the information session.
Tuesday, 10/7/2025, 1 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA – Click this link to join the information session.
Saturday, 10/11/2025, 10 AM EST – M.S. in Addiction Studies – Click this link to join the information session.
Monday, 10/13/2025, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration – Click this link to join the information session.
Wednesday, 10/15/2025, 1:30 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security – Click this link to join the information session.
Tuesday, 10/21/24, 5 PM EST. – Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership – Click this link to join the information session.
Wednesday, 10/22/2025, 7 PM EST – MFA in Creative and Professional Writing – Click this link to join the information session.
Wednesday, 10/29, 2025, 9 AM EST – International Applicant – Click this link to join the information session.
Wednesday, 10/29/2025, 5 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA – Click this link to join the information session.

November 2025

Tuesday, 11/4/2025, 6:30 PM EST – M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis – Click this link to join the virtual information session.
Thursday, 11/6/2025, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Counselor Education – Click this link to join the information session.
Tuesday, 11/18/2025, 7 PM EST – MFA in Creative and Professional Writing – Click this link to join the information session.
Thursday, 11/20/2025, 7 PM EST – Master of Music – Click this link to join the information session.

December 2025

Wednesday, 12/3/2025, 1 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security – Virtual Information Session Link
Thursday, 12/4/2025, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Counselor Education – Click this link to join the information session.

January 2026

Tuesday, 01/13/26, 5 PM EST – Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership
Thursday, 1/15/2026, 5 PM EST – Financial Aid
Monday, 1/19/2026, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Addiction Studies
Monday, 1/19/2026, 5:30 PM EST – M.S. in Education, Literacy & Language Arts
Tuesday, 1/27/2026, 9 AM EST – International Applicant
Wednesday, 1/28/2026, 4 PM EST – MS in Integrative Biological Diversity

February 2026

Friday, 02/06/2025, 6 PM, EST – Master of Health Administration
Monday, 2/9/2026, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Addiction Studies
Tuesday, 2/10/2026, 1 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA
Wednesday, 2/11/2026, 4 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security
Thursday, 2/12/2026, 7 PM EST – Master of Music
Wednesday, 2/24/2026, 5 PM EST – Master of Arts in Teaching

March 2026

Monday, 3/2/2026, 1 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security
Monday, 3/9/2026, 6 PM EST – M.S. in Addiction Studies

April 2026

Wednesday, 4/8/2026, 4 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security
Friday, 04/24/2026, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration
Friday, 04/24/2026, 1 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA

Western Marketing Association Speaker Session
2025-10-21 18:00 - 18:30 | Westside Campus Center, Room 212, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTERN MARKETING ASSOCIATION SPEAKER SESSION: The Western Marketing Association will host today’s marketing professionals from 6 to 6:30 p.m. in Room 212 of the Westside Campus Center.
The scheduled speakers are:
Tuesday, 9/9: Natalia Paskevics, Digital Marketing Manager, Excelligence
Tuesday, 9/23: Elizabeth Perry, Head of Marketing, Dojo
Tuesday, 9/30: Ashley Acerbo, Senior Marketing Manager, Tradewind Aviation
Tuesday, 10/7: Kara Roos, Senior Director of Customer Success, Guideline
Tuesday, 10/14: Bianca Nguyen, Marketing Specialist, PMC-STS
Tuesday, 10/21: Jennifer Accuosti, Senior Marketing Manager, MetroHartford Alliance

Volleyball vs. Rutgers-Newark
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 | O’Neill Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN VOLLEYBALL VS. RUTGERS-NEWARK: The Wolves will face Rutgers-Newark at 7 p.m. in the Feldman Arena of the O’Neill Center on the Westside campus. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

WestConn Wednesdays
2025-10-22 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
WESTCONN WEDNESDAYS: Starting Wednesday, Oct. 1, we’re launching WestConn Wednesdays — a new weekly tradition to show our Wolves pride and strengthen our community by wearing gear weekly, enjoy a discounted lunch the first Wednesday of each month.
This isn’t just a spirit day. It’s a chance for faculty, staff, and students to come together, celebrate what makes us distinctively WestConn, and build the connections that make our campuses feel like home.
WestConn Wednesdays continue all year long — just wear your WestConn blue and orange to show your Wolves pride. Show off your gear on social media and tag #WestConnWednesday to be eligible for one of several prizes each week.
WestConn Wednesdays are about more than gear — they’re about belonging. By coming together weekly, we can weave stronger connections across campus and celebrate our university spirit.

Kathwari Graduate Fellowship Application Open
2025-10-22 08:00 - 17:00 | Kathwari Honors House, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
KATHWARI GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION OPEN: The Kathwari Graduate Fellowship, funded by the Irfan Kathwari Foundation, supports Western Connecticut State University alumni pursuing graduate studies at WCSU. Fellows receive a $4,000 annual stipend (up to four semesters) in exchange for 7 hours per week of teaching, research, or administrative work on campus.
Eligibility: Must be a WCSU undergraduate alum enrolled in a graduate program.
Deadline (Spring 2026): November 11, 2025.
For details and application, visit: wcsu.edu/sgics/kathwari-graduate-fellowship

JC Penney Suit Up Event
2025-10-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Danbury Fair Mall
JC PENNEY SUIT UP EVENT: The Career Success Center and JCPenney will host a Suit-Up Event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the JCPenney store located inside the Danbury Fair Mall. This special event is designed to help students of ALL majors prepare for interviews, internships, and professional settings by offering up to 45% off select professional clothing, shoes, and accessories, Everything you need to look and feel confident in your next career opportunity! Please bring a valid WCSU Student ID for the special discount. For additional information, please contact: Debra Manente at manented@wcsu.edu.

National Transfer Student Week: Level Up with WCSU
2025-10-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Warner Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK – LEVEL UP WITH WCSU: Out with the old, in with the Wolves! Trade your former university shirt for a WCSU tee and rep orange and blue! From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Warner Hall on the Midtown campus.

WCSU Fall 2025 Greater Danbury Career Fair
2025-10-22 15:00 - 18:00 | Danbury Fair Mall
WCSU FALL 2025 GREATER DANBURY CAREER FAIR:
🎯 Looking for your next big opportunity? Join us at WCSU’s Fall 2025 Greater Danbury Career Fair!
📍 Danbury Fair Mall – Center Court Lower Level
📅 October 22 from 3–6 p.m.
🔥 100’s of fantastic job opportunities!
💼 FREE for all students and alumni
✅ Bring your resume & dress to impress!
Go to Handshake to check out registered employers at https://wcsu.joinhandshake.com
📞 Questions? Call (203) 837-8263 or email careersuccess@wcsu.edu

Men's Soccer vs. Eastern Connecticut State University
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN MEN’S SOCCER VS. EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face Eastern Connecticut State University at 6 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

National Transfer Student Week: Pack the WAC at the Men’s Soccer Game
2025-10-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK – PACK THE WAC AT THE MEN’S SOCCER GAME: Cheer on your favorite Men’s Soccer team from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex with your fellow Wolves!

NYC Bus Trip to the MET Museum
2025-10-23 09:00 - 17:00 | Visual & Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT, 06811
NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP TO THE MET MUSEUM:
Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
$15 round trip
Depart from VPAC:
North Arts Entrance at 9 a.m. sharp
Return to WCSU:
From the MET at 5 p.m. sharp
Open to WCSU Art Students as well as all SVPA students, alumni, faculty and staff (& guests). Seating is limited. Ticket sales end when the bus is full! No refunds unless the trip is canceled.
All ART classes on Thursday, Oct. 23, are canceled. (Arrangements may need to be made with instructors of other non-art classes.) For more information about the tickets or the bus, please contact Visual Arts Assistant, Lori Robeau at (203) 837-8403 or the Box office at (203) 837-8732.
ADMISSION TO THE MET
Connecticut students “PAY WHAT YOU WISH.” The Met suggests the following general admission ticket prices: $30 for adults, $22 for seniors, and $17 for students, but you may pay what you wish. Just show your WCSU Student ID along with another form of ID upon entrance. For more information about your visit, go to www.metmuseum.org/visit/plan-your-visit#tickets

National Transfer Student Week: Level Up with the University Advisement Center
2025-10-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Westside Campus Center Lobby, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK – LEVEL UP WITH THE UNIVERSITY ADVISEMENT CENTER: Rep WCSU in style — Trade your former university shirt for a WCSU tee! Chat with our University Advisors to get all the info you need to prepare for spring registration! From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center Lobby.

ASB Undeclared Luncheon Workshop
2025-10-23 11:00 - 14:00 | President’s Reception Room, Westside Classroom Building 218, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
ANCELL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS UNDECLARED LUNCHEON WORKSHOP: Still exploring your academic path? Join us for the Undeclared Luncheon Workshop! This event is designed to help undeclared students connect with faculty and students from each department. You will learn about different majors, and discover which path aligns with your interests and goals. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Room 218 of the Westside Classroom Building. Free pizza, drinks and donuts. Students who attend AND declare a major will be entered to win one of two $500 gift cards. Please RSVP to Susan Hemenway at hemenways@wcsu.edu.

Domestic Violence Awareness Pop-Up
2025-10-23 11:30 - 15:30 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS POP-UP: Stop by to learn more, pick up important information, and enjoy a sweet treat while showing your support for this important cause. From 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.

Take Charge of your Finances Now -- Financial Planning
2025-10-23 12:30 - 13:30 | Ruth Haas Library, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR FINANCES NOW – FINANCIAL PLANNING: Library Services will host a Financial Literacy Series from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Haas Library on the Midtown campus. Financial Planning professionals from Newtown Savings Bank will present the basics of financial planning. Food will be provided.

2025 Latin Block Party
2025-10-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
2025 LATIN BLOCK PARTY: WCSU’s 2025 Latin Block Party will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on the Midtown campus Quad. All registrants will receive a food ticket upon check-in at the event. All WCSU students will get one free raffle ticket and everyone can donate $5 for one or $20 for five raffle tickets. Need not be present to win. Proceeds go to the UndocuAlly Scholarship fund. Raffle prizes include gift cards, WCSU merch & more!
The event is free & open to the Danbury community and includes live performances from two bands, Latin dance lessons, a 360 photo booth, a free Latin food truck & more. Register to attend at https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/latin-block-party-2025.
Sponsors: the UndocuAlly Task Force, the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Pre-Collegiate and Access Programs, Western Beyond Borders, the Latin American Student Organization (LASO), the Black Social Work Club, the African Caribbean Student Organization, the Student Government Association (SGA) & Greater Danbury Unites for Immigrants.

PAC Open Mic
2025-10-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Midtown Student Center Theater, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
PAC OPEN MIC: Join PAC for Open Mic from 8-10 p.m. in the Midtown Student Center Theater.

National Transfer Student Week: We Have a Latte to Celebrate!
2025-10-24 11:00 - 13:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
NATIONAL TRANSFER STUDENT WEEK – WE HAVE A LATTE TO CELEBRATE!: Swing by, pick up a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and ask questions, make connections, or just chill between classes! From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.

Sip and Paint
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Drawing Studio, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
SIP & PAINT: Join us for a fun and creative Halloween-inspired evening! Unleash your inner artist and enjoy painting while listening to music, sipping wine, and snacking on light refreshments. It’s open to participants of all skill levels and backgrounds, creating a shared art experience in a relaxed studio environment. The event will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Drawing Studio, Room 241 of the Visual & Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. Basic painting materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own water-based media. This event is for ages 21 and older.
Reserve a spot at www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-paint-tickets-1595665250719
Hosted by the Department of Art and sponsored by the Alumni Association. For more information, contact the WCSU Department of Art at (203) 837-8403.

HalloWig 2025
2025-10-24 22:15 - 23:00 | Pinney Hall Lounge, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
HALLOWIG 2025: A Halloween Improv show with a costume contest and Halloween-themed raffles! From 10:15 to 11:30 p.m. in the Pinney Hall Lounge on the Westside campus.

Mission Health Day
2025-10-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Berkshire Hall Gym, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
MISSION HEALTH DAY: Danbury Hospital, now part of Northwell Health, will host its annual Mission Health Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WCSU’s Bill Williams Gym in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus. Members of the community who are uninsured, underinsured or at risk of housing instability are welcome to attend the free event. The event is open to individuals aged 18 years and older. Mission Health Day is an opportunity for those in need to access complimentary services, including health screenings and social supports.

Essential healthcare and resources will include:

General health assessments and screenings with time to consult a medical provider
Basic point-of-care testing
Diabetes screenings and educational resources
Referrals to primary care providers
Screening mammogram referrals
Podiatry screenings
Mental health and substance abuse screenings with referral options
Insurance enrollment assistance
Vaccinations

In addition to these health services, attendees will receive free personal care packages, winter clothing and haircuts.
Mission Health Day is made possible thanks to the generous contributions from the New American Dream Foundation, Western Connecticut State University, the City of Danbury and dedicated community organizations, volunteers and donors. Danbury Hospital extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in bringing this vital event to life.

Fall 2025 Planetarium Show
2025-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Observatory and Planetarium, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
FALL PLANETARIUM SHOW: The Biology Department at Western Connecticut State University is hosting Fall Planetarium Shows at the WCSU Westside Campus Observatory, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury.
The planetarium shows will be held on:
Saturday, Sept. 20, at 1 p.m.: Autumn Skies (A Tour of the Autumn Night Sky)
Saturday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m.: Halloween Skies (Reimagining the Constellations as Halloween Characters)
Saturday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m.: Fall Stars and Meteors (Get Ready for the Leonid Meteor Shower)
Saturday, Dec. 6, at 1 p.m.: Winter Light (Stars and Symbols of the Winter Solstice)
Link to register below:
https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/wcsu-planetarium-shows-fall-2025

Men's Soccer vs. Keene State
2025-10-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN MEN’S SOCCER VS. KEENE STATE: The Wolves will face Keene State at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Oktoberfest Jazz
2025-10-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Veronica Hagman Concert Hall, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
OKTOBERFEST JAZZ: WCSU highlights its outstanding large jazz ensembles in this presentation of big band classics. Featuring Frankensax, Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Orchestra. From 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Veronica Hagman Concert Hall in the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus.
Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/oktoberfest-jazz-tickets-1434326452029.
**Tickets at the Faculty and Staff rate are available at the VPAC box office located in the VPAC lobby – a valid WCSU ID is required at the time of purchase**
NOTE: Advance ticket purchases made online are $10 plus fees; Tickets purchased at the door are $15.
No refunds are permitted; all sales are final.

Visiting Artist Lecture - Phoebe Jane Hart, Interdisciplinary Artist
2025-10-27 11:00 - 12:00 | VPAC Room 144, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WCSU MFA VISITING ARTIST LECTURE WITH PHOEBE JANE HART, INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST
Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, 11 a.m.
Visual & Performing Arts Center, Room 144, WCSU, Westside campus
Free & Open to the Public, Limited Seating Available
RSVP to reserve a seat at www.eventbrite.com/e/visiting-artist-lecture-pheobe-jane-hart-interdisciplinary-artist-tickets-1595508812809
Phoebe Jane Hart is a filmmaker, fabricator, and stop-motion animator based in NYC. She is an alumna of WCSU, graduating Summa Cum Laude in the Kathwari Honors Program with a B.A. degree in Studio Art. Since 2018, she has created work across a range of mediums, exploring the awkward, tender, and often absurd dimensions of human psychology and relationships through dark humor and surreal, hand-crafted visuals.
Hart’s short film “Bug Diner” received the Jury Award for Animation at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. It also received a Special Jury Award at SXSW and premiered internationally on MUBI in 2025. Her first short film, “JamieSonShine,” is an experimental mixed-media documentary exploring her relationship with her brother following his diagnosis of schizophrenia. It screened at Slamdance 2022 and won Director’s Choice at the Thomas Edison Film Festival.
Hart earned her M.F.A. in Experimental Animation from CalArts in 2023. She was awarded a post-graduate Teaching Fellowship for her proposed course Compositing in Claymation, which she taught at CalArts in 2024. She continues to create both personal films and freelance work for studios, including Little Monster Films, BentoBox, Stoopid Buddy Stoodios, and Bix Pix Entertainment. She takes puppets very, very seriously.

Pumpkin Painting
2025-10-27 11:30 - 15:30 | Westside Campus Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
PUMPKIN PAINTING: Get into the fall spirit with Pumpkin Painting from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. outside The Daily Grind at the Westside Campus Center. Take a break, unleash your creativity, and decorate your very own pumpkin to celebrate the season. All supplies will be provided — just bring your friends and your best fall vibes.
