WCSU Events

Permaculture Garden Opportunities
2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Permaculture Garden, 181 White St., Danbury
PERMACULTURE GARDEN OPPORTUNITIES: Join members of the Jane Goodall Center and Roots & Shoots in the university’s Permaculture Garden adjacent to the Science Building on the Midtown campus. Please bring water and wear clothes that can get dirty. Gloves and tools will be provided! From 2 to 3 p.m. on April 2, 16 and 30; and May 7.

Thursday, April 2, 2-3 p.m. – Plant early spring crops
Thursday, April 16. 2-3 p.m. – Weed and thin spring crops
Thursday, April 30. 2-3 p.m. – Transplant native seedlings
Thursday, May 7. 2-3 p.m. – Plant for summer.

Mindfulness at the Library
2026-04-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Ruth Haas Library, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
MINDFULNESS AT THE LIBRARY: Feeling stressed this semester? Having trouble finding calm amidst assignments, classes, and other responsibilities? We’ve got just the program for you!
Join Prabha Makayee in the Ruth Haas Library for a meditation series running through the Spring 2026 semester! Prabha seeks to help build new perspectives and develop paradigm shifts in how we navigate challenges and practice des-escalation and self-regulation strategies.
Find Prabha on the first floor of the Haas Library on the Midtown campus from 3 to 5 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday that the Haas Library is open.

National PB and J Day
2026-04-02 16:00 - 20:30 | Berkshire Hall and Westside Campus Center Dining, Danbury, CT
NATIONAL PB & J DAY: In celebration of National PB & J Day, there will be peanut butter and jelly French toast served as a dinner option from 4 to 8:30 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus and at Westside Campus Center Dining.

Unveiling Courage Art Exhibition: Every Step Matters
2026-04-02 17:00 - 20:00 | The Center for Family Justice, 753 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
UNVEILING COURAGE ART EXHIBITION – EVERY STEP MATTERS: The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion is promoting this event from The Center for Family Justice.
“Unveiling Courage” is about raising awareness for and empowering survivors of sexual violence. The event will take place on April 2 from 5-8 p.m. at the CFJ main office, 753 Fairfield Avenue in Bridgeport, inside the old daycare space due to upcoming construction. This year, the exhibition, titled “Every Step Matters,” will focus on the healing journey that individuals impacted by sexual violence take to go from victims to survivors. Both survivors and allies can submit art, and forms of art accepted include painting, sculpture, craft, ceramic, photograph, spoken word, mosaic, collage, dance, music, etc.
Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdniCz4YBvU8SQ2AxZb70zXVsrc6IEXhbfI4UC2-Zkq2EH1pw/viewform

Day of Reflection
2026-04-03 - 2026-04-05 | CT
DAY OF REFLECTION: University closed; no classes.

Den Talk on Accessibility
2026-04-03 21:00 - 22:30 | Westside Classroom Building 518, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
DEN TALK ON ACCESSIBILITY: The 4th Wall puts on events called Den Talks, which are socratic seminar-style group discussions where students can come and learn about topics they might not know much about. This is a great way for students to learn from their peers. This Den Talk will be about accessibility and its relationship to interpersonal relationships and broader society. From 9 to 10:30 p.m. in Room 518 of the Westside Classroom Building.

Baseball vs. University of Southern Maine
2026-04-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Westside Baseball Field
WESTCONN BASEBALL VS. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE: The Wolves will face the University of Southern Maine at noon at the Westside Baseball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Men's Lacrosse vs. VSU Castleton
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN MEN’S LACROSSE VS. VSU CASTLETON: The Wolves will face VSU Castleton at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Baseball vs. University of Southern Maine
2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Westside Baseball Field
WESTCONN BASEBALL VS. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE: The Wolves will face the University of Southern Maine at 3 p.m. at the Westside Baseball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Baseball vs. University of Saint Joseph
2026-04-06 15:30 - 17:30 | Westside Baseball Field
WESTCONN BASEBALL VS. UNIVERSITY OF SAINT JOSEPH: The Wolves will face the University of Saint Joseph at 3:30 p.m. at the Westside Baseball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

SAAM: Day of Action
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
SAAM DAY OF ACTION: The SAAM (Sexual Assault Awareness Month) Day of Action is the first Tuesday of April, a day to start the month with visible, coordinated actions to raise awareness and show support for survivors of sexual violence. Sponsored by the Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and The Center for Empowerment and Education. From noon to 1 p.m. in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.

Virtual Internship Information Session
2026-04-07 12:30 - 13:15 | Virtual event
VIRTUAL INTERNSHIP INFORMATION SESSION: Do you need to complete an internship before graduation, but aren’t sure where to start? The Career Success Center is hosting a Virtual Internship Information Session for WCSU students of ALL MAJORS. You’ll learn about applying for an internship, the requirements you need before applying, tips for finding and securing opportunities, and much more! Register on Handshake at https://wcsu.joinhandshake.com/login to receive login link.
If you have any questions, please email Katherine Corsillo at corsillok@wcsu.edu
Sessions are scheduled for:
Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 12, at 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7, at 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 7, at 12:30 p.m.

Pre-Health Alumni Panel
2026-04-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Science Building 125, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
PRE-HEALTH ALUMNI PANEL: Come learn from alumni that either just got accepted to their health path or are current health practitioners.
We will have a social hour after the panel with pizza. From 4 to 5 p.m. in Room 125 of the Science Building on the Midtown campus. RSVP at https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=vC1i4bqUrUiHu6fygHTuPe3Dy-_VwlBOq6Kx2occNINURVFBSEExRUVPMVI4SlYyMzNDNFRXWjY0Ny4u&origin=lprLink&route=shorturl

Climate and Human Civilization Lecture Series
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Science Building 219, 181 White St., Danbury
CLIMATE AND HUMAN CIVILIZATION: Eleventh 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:
Monday, 3/23: The Ethics and Economics of Human Survival
Dr. Mitch Wagener with student Lindsay Kirkness
Tuesday, 3/31: The Political Economy and Geopolitics of Climate Change
Dr. Jayson Funke
Tuesday, 4/7: Reimagining Public Transportation
Dr. Rotua Lumbantobing with multiple students
Tuesday, 4/14: The Hidden Harms of Our Tech World
Dr. Anna Malavisi with student Kate Jackson
Wednesday, 4/22: The Calm Before the Swarm: Mosquitoes in a Changing Climate
Dr. Zach Popkin-Hall with student Terrence Spofford

WestConn Wednesdays
2026-04-08 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.

Culinary Council
2026-04-08 11:30 - 12:30 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
CULINARY COUNCIL: Sodexo invites students to provide feedback on campus dining, and help shape future menus and experiences by joining Culinary Council. The Council will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, and Wednesday, April 8, in the Berkshire Hall Conference Room on the Midtown campus. Participants will be entered to win an Amazon Fire TV 43″ 4-Series.

Inspiring Compassion for Peace
2026-04-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Ruth Haas Library, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
INSPIRING COMPASSION FOR PEACE: This event, part of the Year of Compassion, serves to honor the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday and seeks to inspire peace. Held at the Ruth Haas Library on the Midtown campus from noon to 4 p.m., it will feature an exhibit and welcome; opening Buddhist prayer; speeches by Dr. John Briggs and Richen Dharlo, a former representative of His Holiness the Dalai Lama; and Tibetan performances and videos.
Sponsored by the Kathwari Honors Program, the Tibetan-American Community of Connecticut, and Do Ngak Kumphen Ling Tibetan Buddhist Center for Universal Peace.

Safe Zone Training (Virtual) - Students
2026-04-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Virtual
SAFE ZONE TRAINING (VIRTUAL) – STUDENTS: Safe Zone Trainings are opportunities to learn about LGBTQ+ identities, pronouns, gender, and sexuality, and examine prejudice, assumptions, and privilege. From 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
RSVP by emailing Scott Towers, Pride Center Coordinator, at towerss@wcsu.edu

Psychology Student Association General Meeting
2026-04-08 15:30 - 16:30 | Warner Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
PSYCHOLOGY STUDENT ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEETING: Join PsychAlliance and attend our biweekly meetings to help plan department events; get involved on campus; and network with professors, professionals in the field, and your fellow psychology majors!
Our spring semester meetings will be held every other Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 p.m., starting on 1/28 in Room 319 of Warner Hall on the Midtown campus.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to psychalliance@wcsu.edu or send us a message on Instagram wcsupsychalliance.

Baseball vs. SUNY New Paltz
2026-04-08 15:30 - 17:30 | Westside Baseball Field
WESTCONN BASEBALL VS. SUNY NEW PALTZ: The Wolves will face SUNY New Paltz at 3:30 p.m. at the Westside Baseball Field. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Graduate Virtual Information Sessions
2026-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 | 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.

April 2026

Wednesday, 4/8/2026, 4 PM EST – M.S. in Homeland Security – Virtual Information Session Link.
Friday, 04/24/2026, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration – Click this link to join the information session.
Friday, 04/24/2026, 1 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA – Click this link to join the information session.

Kathwari Spring Seminars - Creativity in Curatorial Practice
2026-04-08 18:00 - 22:00 | Art Gallery, VPAC, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
KATHWARI SPRING SEMINARS – CREATIVITY IN CURATORIAL PRACTICE: Wednesday, April 8, 6 p.m. reception; 7 p.m. lecture in the Art Gallery at the Visual and Performing Arts Center on the Westside campus. Laura Leonard is the Art Bridges Project Coordinator and Curatorial Researcher at the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art in Hartford, where she oversees a series of American art exhibitions created through a multi-year, multi-institutional partnership led by the Wadsworth as a part of the Art Bridges Cohort Program. Her most recent projects were co-curating “(Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art” and authoring the accompanying booklet, as well as curating “Peter Waite: Social Memory: Paintings 1987–2025” and co-authoring
the exhibition catalogue.

Senior Portraits
2026-04-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Westside Campus Center Ballroom, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
SENIOR PORTRAITS: Event & Conference Management Department will host Senior Portraits by Thornton Studio Photographers from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, in the Westside Campus Center Ballroom; and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 10, in the Midtown Student Center Theater.
Open to all WestConn graduating students. 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.
April sessions are by appointment only. 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 (800) 883-9449 x 1758.

Virtual Handshake Information Session
2026-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
VIRTUAL HANDSHAKE INFORMATION SESSION: The Career Success Center will host a virtual Handshake Information Session for students. Learn about Handshake and how it is the most effective way to find jobs, internships and career-related events. **The Workshop is free and open to ALL WCSU students and alumni. Register for this event through Handshake at https://wcsu.joinhandshake.com/login to acquire the meeting login link. Questions? Call (203) 837-8263 or email careersuccess@wcsu.edu
Sessions are scheduled for:
Tuesday, Feb. 17, at noon
Wednesday, March 11, at 11 a.m.
Thursday, April 9, at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, May 5, at 1 p.m.

Honoring Sexual Assault Awareness Month by Advocating for Survivor Services and Prevention
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
HONORING SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH BY ADVOCATING FOR SURVIVOR SERVICES AND PREVENTION: The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion is promoting this virtual event from the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence.
Join the National Alliance to End Sexual Violence to equip yourself with:
– Recent data from our national survey of rape crisis centers and the National Intimate Partner & Sexual Violence Survey
– Advocacy and policy basics for legally and effectively engaging with decision makers – “How tos” for planning and participating in meetings with policy makers
– Talking points on survivor services and prevention priorities for fiscal year 2027 appropriations advocacy
This webinar is for survivors, advocates, local programs, coalitions, and national organizations who care about ending sexual violence and supporting healing services.
The virtual event is from 4 to 5 p.m. Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rwaXVwWXTzC2AfffM3d3xA#/registration

Banking and Finance Career Panel
2026-04-09 17:30 - 19:00 | President’s Reception Room, Westside Classroom Building 218, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
BANKING AND FINANCE CAREER PANEL: This event will connect students with professionals in banking, lending, and wealth management. From 5:30 to 7 p.m. in Room 218 (President’s Reception Room) of the Westside Classroom Building. Hear career insights from professionals at Union Savings Bank; learn about career paths in retail banking, business banking, and wealth management; hear about financial skills used in real banking decisions, and what employers look for when hiring Finance graduates. A Q&A with industry professionals will follow.

BFA Musical Theatre Class of 2026 at 54 Below
2026-04-09 21:30 - 23:00 | 54 Below, 254 W 54th St. Cellar, New York City, NY
BFA MUSICAL THEATRE CLASS OF 2026 AT 54 BELOW: The 2026 graduating class of Western Connecticut State University’s BFA in Musical Theatre program will perform at 9:30 p.m. at 54 Below, 254 W 54th St. Cellar, New York City. Get ready for a night of powerful ballads, comedic hits, and 32-bar cuts, as these emerging professionals take musical theatre’s best audition songs to 54 Below! These students, as featured in Goodspeed’s Festival of New Musicals, are dedicated to creating the theatre of tomorrow. Come get to know the next faces of Broadway at this graduation celebration!

Produced by Yazmin DeJesus and Zola Kneeland. Music direction by Ann Gerschefski [she/her].

Featuring Blessett Anderson [she/her], Cleo Fiedler [she/they], Yazmin DeJesus [she/they], Chanelle Jaime-Guzman [she/her], Natalie Kitchin [she/her], Zola Kneeland [she/her], Majella Maltempi ([she/her], Allison Mele [she/her], Carlos Peréz [he/him], Riley Quinn-Caruso [she/her], Jessica Ragucci [she/her], Amanda Seery [she/they], Zach Spreng [he/they], and Savannah Wright [she/her].
$41.50 cover charge (includes $6.50 in fees). $69 premium seating (includes $9 in fees). $25 food & beverage minimum.
Learn more at https://54below.org/events/western-connecticut-state-universitys-bfa-musical-theatre-class-of-2026/

Kathwari Graduate Fellowship
2026-04-10 08:00 - 09:00 | Kathwari Honors House, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
KATHWARI GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP: We are pleased to invite eligible graduate students to apply for the Kathwari Graduate Fellowship. This fellowship supports WestConn undergraduate alumni who are now pursuing graduate studies at WestConn by providing financial assistance and professional development opportunities.
More information can be found here: www.wcsu.edu/sgics/kathwari-graduate-fellowship/
Fellowship Benefits: Recipients receive a stipend of $4,000 per year ($2,000 per semester) for up to four consecutive semesters.
The application is currently open, and the deadline for Fall 2026 is May 9, 2026.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the fellowship or your application, please feel free to contact Diane BenBella at benbellad@wcsu.edu or by phone at (203) 837-8003.
We encourage all eligible graduate students to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to support your graduate studies at WestConn!
