Getting it Right in a Changing Media Landscape
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Ruth Haas Library, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
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.
Light refreshments will be served.

Celebrating Language and Culture
2025-04-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Higgins Hall 218, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
CELEBRATING LANGUAGE AND CULTURE: The World Languages Club and Sigma Delta Pi (The National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society) invite students and faculty to come share their languages and cultures with the WCSU community in The World Languages and Cultures Suite (Higgins 218, Midtown campus). These organizations have organized this event in honor of WCSU’s diverse community and seek to provide a space in which each strand of the fabric of our community can be recognized. For those who are learning a second language here at WCSU, this is a great opportunity to interact and practice with native speakers and other language learners over light refreshments! From 1 to 2 p.m.

Taste of the Blossoms Campus Cuisine
2025-04-10 16:30 - 19:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
TASTE OF THE BLOSSOMS CAMPUS CUISINE: Join us for Taste of the Blossoms Campus Cuisine from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Berkshire Dining Hall on the Midtown campus! Enjoy a curated Japanese-inspired menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. From the tender and flavorful Beef Tataki to the sweet and earthy Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake, every dish is crafted to bring a taste of spring to your plate. The cost is one meal swipe + $5. Don’t miss this delicious celebration of Japanese cuisine!

Wally's Cupboard by SGA - Free Groceries for WestConn Students
2025-04-10 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-04-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Wolves Den (MT Student Center, lower level), 181 White St., Danbury, CT
WALLY’S CUPBOARD: Wally’s Cupboard by SGA is the WestConn campus food pantry created by students for students! At Wally’s Cupboard, we aim to provide a reliable source of groceries and other supplies to students experiencing food insecurity on a weekly basis.
Wish to utilize our resources? All currently enrolled students are eligible! Just stop by with your active student ID and sign up during our open hours. Registration is valid for the entire semester and you can “shop” our grocery store-style food pantry once per week. We do our best to cater to dietary restrictions and we offer canned goods, fresh produce, dairy products, frozen items, and more!
Unsure if you are food insecure? Food insecurity is defined as a state of being where one is unsure where their next meal is coming from. Don’t hesitate to swing by if you are still unsure! Hours are listed below. The Cupboard is in the lower level of the Midtown Student Center.
If you would like to donate, please send an email to sgafoodpantry@wcsu.edu.

The Power of No-Drug Education
2025-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
THE POWER OF NO-DRUG EDUCATION: Stop by to learn about the risks of substance abuse and how to resist use with the Substance Abuse Prevention Office! From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.

Graduate Portraits
2025-04-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Midtown Student Center Theater, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
GRADUATE PORTRAITS: Event & Conference Management Department will host Graduate Portraits (Thornton Studio Photographers) on Thursday, April 10 (WSCC Ballroom) and Friday, April 11 (MTSC Theater) from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Open to all WestConn graduating students, portraits are by appointment only. There is no sitting fee and you will be able to view your proofs online. Cap and gown will be available for the portraits, and we recommend that you dress as for a job interview. To make an appointment, please visit www.thorntonstudio.com, click on “schedule appt” and use the school code 01380. If you need to change your appointment, just select a new date & time and your previous appointment will be automatically cancelled. For any questions, please contact Thornton Studio at info@ThorntonStudio.com or 1-800-883-9449 x 1758.

Graduate Virtual Information Sessions
2025-04-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-14 17:30 - 18:30 | 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.

April 2025

Friday, 4/11/2025, 6 PM EST – MS in Addiction Studies – Click this link to join the virtual Information session [ID: 967 0475 3304].
Monday, 4/14/2025, 1 PM EST – MS in Homeland Security – Click this link to join the information session.
Monday, 4/14/2025, 5:30 PM EST – MS in Education, Literacy & Language Arts – Click this link to join the virtual session.
Monday, 4/21/2025, 6 PM EST – Doctor of Education in Nursing Education – Click this link to join the virtual session.
Monday, 4/21/2025, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration – Click this link to join the virtual information session.
Tuesday, 4/22/2025, 5 PM EST – Doctor of Nursing Practice – Click this link to join the session [password: [REDACTED]
Tuesday, 4/22/2025, 5 PM EST – MS in Nursing – Click this link to join the session [password: [REDACTED]
Tuesday, 4/22/25, 5 PM EST – EdD in Instructional Leadership – Click this link to join the session (ID: 816 2802 2351 – Passcode: [REDACTED]
Tuesday, 4/22/2025, 6:30 PM EST – MS in Applied Behavior Analysis – Click this link to join the information session [Password: [REDACTED]
Wednesday, 4/23/2025, 4 PM EST – MS in Integrative Biological Diversity – Click this link to join the session.
Wednesday, 4/23/2025, 5 PM EST – MS in Special Education – Click this link to join the session [ID: 882 8881 6122 – Passcode: [REDACTED]
Wednesday, 4/30/2025, 9 AM EST – International Applicant – Click this link to join the information session.

May 2025

Saturday, 5/3/2025, 11 AM EST – MS in Education, Literacy & Language Arts – Click this link to join the session.
Tuesday, 5/6/2025, 2 PM EST – Master of Arts in Teaching – Click this link to join the virtual information session.
Wednesday, 5/7/2025, 5 PM EST – MS in Homeland Security – Click this link to join the information session.
Tuesday, 5/13/2025, 6 PM EST – Doctor of Education in Nursing Education – Click this link to join the virtual session.
Saturday, 5/17/2025, 11 AM EST – MS in Addiction Studies – Click this link to join the information session.

June 2025

Monday, 6/9/2025, 10 AM EST – Doctor of Education in Nursing Education – Click this link to join the virtual session.

July 2025

Monday, 7/7/2025, 5 PM EST – MS in Homeland Security – Click this link to join the information session.
Friday, 07/11/2025, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration – Click this link. to join the virtual information session.

WXCI Live
2025-04-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Westside Campus Center Ballroom, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WXCI LIVE: Come join WXCI for free music, raffles, and food from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Westside Campus Center Ballroom!

Sip and Paint
2025-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Drawing Studio, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
SIP & PAINT: Special offer – two-for-one. Pay for one attendee and bring a friend at no additional cost!
Friday, April 11, 7 – 9 p.m.
Room 241, Visual & Performing Arts Center
WCSU, Westside campus
Join us for a fun and creative spring-inspired evening! Unleash your inner artist and enjoy painting while listening to music, sipping wine, and savoring light refreshments. This event, led by experienced artist and WCSU alumna Jessica Bartlet, welcomes participants of all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned artists, for a shared art experience in a fun and relaxed studio environment.
The event will take place at 7 p.m. in the Drawing Studio, room 241 of the Visual & Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus. Basic painting materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own water-based media.
Register at www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-paint-tickets-1207732964809. Please note that attendees must be 21 years or older. Special offer – two-for-one. Pay for one attendee and bring a friend at no additional cost! For more information, contact the WCSU Department of Art at (203) 837-8403. This program is hosted by WCSU’s Department of Art and is sponsored by the Alumni Association.

Curse of the Starving Class
2025-04-11 20:00 - 22:30, 2025-04-12 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-04-12 20:00 - 22:30, 2025-04-13 14:00 - 16:30 | Visual & Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT, 06811
CURSE OF THE STARVING CLASS: Sam Shepard’s “Curse of the Starving Class” is a darkly comic look into the world of the dysfunctional Tate family, as they struggle amongst themselves for food, freedom, and purpose in their run-down lives. The Tates will do just about anything to raise themselves out of the downward spiral into which they’ve fallen. But is it even possible? Or are some families, Shepard asks, just cursed from the start? Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 4; 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 5; 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 6; 8 p.m. on Friday, April 11; 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 12; and 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, in the Studio Theatre in the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus. Get tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/curse-of-the-starving-class-tickets-925447366987?

Accepted Students Day
2025-04-12 10:00 - 14:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
ACCEPTED STUDENTS DAY: At WestConn, the first pool of applicants for next fall have already received their acceptance letters and will be welcomed to campus for a more in-depth tour; the opportunity to meet current students and faculty from the programs in which they are interested; and a chance to ask questions of academic deans, financial aid staff and more. They will experience this at Accepted Students Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus. Register at www.wcsu.edu/admissions/accepted-student-events/.

WestConn has rolling admission, which means we are continuously accepting applications and providing decisions as soon as each application review is complete, so there is still time to apply. Incoming freshmen can apply via the CommonApp or using our online application at https://www.wcsu.edu/admissions/apply/.

For more information, contact the WCSU Office of Admissions at admissions@wcsu.edu.

Women's Lacrosse vs. Plymouth State University
2025-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN WOMEN’S LACROSSE VS. PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face Plymouth State University at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Softball vs. UMass Boston
2025-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Softball Field, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT, United States
WESTCONN SOFTBALL VS. UMASS BOSTON: The Wolves will face UMass Boston at 1 p.m. at the Westside Softball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Percussion Ensemble
2025-04-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Veronica Hagman Concert Hall, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE: WCSU Percussion Ensemble directed by Greg Haynes at 3 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/percussion-ensemble-tickets-1042844926247
**Free tickets for Faculty, Staff and WCSU Students 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; Tickets purchased at the door are $15.
No refunds or exchanges are permitted, all sales are final.

Chamber Singers and University Singers
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Veronica Hagman Concert Hall, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
CHAMBER SINGERS AND UNIVERSITY SINGERS: Chamber Singers directed by Kevin Jay Isaacs and University Singers directed by Jeremy Wiggins at 3 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/chamber-singers-and-university-singers-tickets-1042841124877
**Free tickets for Faculty, Staff and WCSU Students 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; Tickets purchased at the door are $15.
No refunds are permitted; all sales are final.

Call for Applications: The Hancock Student Leadership Program
2025-04-14
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – THE HANCOCK STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM: In an effort to make it more accessible and impactful for a broader range of students, applications will now be accepted on a rolling basis. Students with 30 – 100 earned credits and a GPA of 3.3 or higher are eligible to apply. For preferred consideration for the Fall 2025 term, applications should be received by Friday, April 18, 2025.
Benefits:
o $1,500 stipend to support your leadership development.
o A shadowing experience in leadership in either an on- or an off-campus organizational setting
o Three (3) credits of Cooperative Education Internship (CED 297) for successful completion of the program.
o A public presentation to showcase your accomplishments
o An unmatched opportunity to observe, learn, and grow as a leader.
✅Learn more about the Hancock Student Leadership Program: www.wcsu.edu/hslp/
✅Questions? Please contact Professor Carol Huang at huangc@wcsu.edu

Sigma Chi x Alpha Delta Pi Derby Days Day 1 - Backyard BBQ Bash
2025-04-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Rec Field – Science Building Lawn, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
SIGMA CHI X ALPHA DELTA PI DERBY DAYS, DAY 1 – BACKYARD BBQ BASH: Join us for a week of fun events hosted by Sigma Chi and Alpha Delta Pi! Enjoy a classic cookout with lawn games and fun activities. From noon to 4 p.m. on the Science Building Lawn on the Midtown campus.

Now Boarding: Grab Your Ticket to Delicious Destinations
2025-04-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining, Danbury, CT
NOW BOARDING – GRAB YOUR TICKET TO DELICIOUS DESTINATIONS: From April 14 to 18, embark on a five-day global food journey as we explore flavors from five continents! Each night, our dining halls will transport you to a different part of the world with authentic and mouthwatering dishes.
First stop: Asia! Join us from 4 to 8 p.m. for dinner at Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus and at the Westside Campus Center on Monday, April 14, where you can indulge in Crispy Chicken Katsu, refreshing Japanese Cucumber Salad, and sweet, creamy Che Thai.

Sigma Chi x Alpha Delta Pi Derby Days Day 2 - Carnival Craze
2025-04-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
SIGMA CHI X ALPHA DELTA PI DERBY DAYS, DAY 2 – CARNIVAL CRAZE: Join us for a week of fun events hosted by Sigma Chi and Alpha Delta Pi! Enjoy a fun-filled day with carnival games and sweet treats! From noon to 4 p.m. on the Midtown campus Quad.

Baseball vs. ECSU
2025-04-15 15:30 - 17:30 | Westside Baseball Field
WESTCONN BASEBALL VS. EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face Eastern Connecticut State University at 3:30 p.m. at the Westside Baseball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Now Boarding: Grab Your Ticket to Delicious Destinations
2025-04-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining, Danbury, CT
NOW BOARDING – GRAB YOUR TICKET TO DELICIOUS DESTINATIONS: From April 14 to 18, embark on a five-day global food journey as we explore flavors from five continents! Each night, our dining halls will transport you to a different part of the world with authentic and mouthwatering dishes.
Next stop: South America! Join us from 4 to 8 p.m. for dinner in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus and at the Westside Campus Center on Tuesday, April 15, where you can enjoy Venezuelan Arepas, Black Beans with Rice, and Brigadeiros.

Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
2025-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Science Building 219, 181 White St., Danbury
CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: 10th annual series of lectures for the general public on climate change. Professors will team up with students to present the latest information on climate change and its effects on our lives and future. From 7 to 8 p.m. in Room 219 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. The public is invited. For information, email Dr. Mitch Wagener at wagenerm@wcsu.edu.
Upcoming schedule:
Tuesday, 3/25: Climate History Part I
Dr. Mitch Wagener with student Alison O’Malley
Tuesday, 4/1: Climate History Part II
Dr. Mitch Wagener with student Milo Dutch
Tuesday, 4/8: Cyanobacteria in a Warming World
Dr. Ed Wong with student Christian Mollica
Tuesday, 4/15: The Role of Waste Pickers in Addressing the Global Climate Crisis
Dr. Christine Hegel-Cantarella with student Vitoria Vieira
Tuesday, 4/22: Some Inconvenient Truths
Dr. Anna Malavisi with student Sara Risko

PAC Bingo
2025-04-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Westside Campus Center Ballroom, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
PAC BINGO: Join us for bingo from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center Ballroom! Play for a chance to win a 2025 Macbook Air, an ice maker, a LEGO tranquil garden set and more!
