Field Hockey vs. University of St. Joseph
2025-08-31 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN FIELD HOCKEY VS. UNIVERSITY OF ST. JOSEPH: The Wolves will face the University of St. Joseph at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Labor Day
2025-09-01
LABOR DAY: No classes; university is closed.

Blood Drive
2025-09-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Warner Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
BLOOD DRIVE: The American Red Cross will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Warner Hall on the Midtown campus. Visit www.RedCrossBlood.org and enter code WCSU to schedule an appointment!

Men's Soccer vs. Drew University
2025-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN MEN’S SOCCER VS. DREW UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face Drew University at 7 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

PJs and Pancakes
2025-09-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Midtown Student Center 228, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
PJs AND PANCAKES: Get to know the sisters of Delta Gamma Phi at our pj’s and pancakes event! Enjoy some free food and learn about our sorority from 8 to 10 p.m. in Room 228 of the Student Center on the Midtown campus.

TKE Krispy Kreme Order
2025-09-04 12:00 - 16:00 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
TKE KRISPY KREME ORDER: Join us in making a difference with something sweet! We’re partnering with Krispy Kreme to raise funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food. Every dozen donuts you purchase helps support life-saving research and treatment for children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Treat yourself, share with friends, and know that every bite brings hope to the kids of St. Jude. 🍩💛
From noon to 4 p.m. at Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus.

Graduate Virtual Information Sessions
2025-09-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | 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.

September 2025

Thursday, 9/4/2025, 6 PM EST – MS in Counselor Education –
Saturday, 9/13/2025, 11 AM EST – MS in Addiction Studies –
Wednesday, 9/17/2025, 5 PM EST – Doctor of Nursing Practice –
Wednesday, 9/17/2025, 5 PM EST – MS in Nursing –
Thursday, 9/18/2025, 7 PM EST – Master of Music –
Wednesday, 9/24/2025, 4 PM EST – MS in Integrative Biological Diversity –
Wednesday, 9/24/2025, 2 PM EST – Master of Arts in Teaching –

October 2025

Thursday, 10/2/2025, 6 PM EST – MS in Counselor Education –
Monday, 10/6/2025, 6 PM EST – MS in Addiction Studies –
Monday, 10/6/2025, 1 PM EST – MS in Homeland Security –
Tuesday, 10/7/2025, 1 PM EST – Master of Business Administration MBA –
Monday, 10/13/2025, 6 PM EST – Master of Health Administration –
Tuesday, 10/21, 2025, 9 AM EST – International Applicant –
Tuesday, 10/21/24, 5 PM EST – EdD in Instructional Leadership –

November 2025

Tuesday, 11/4/2025, 6:30 PM EST – MS in Applied Behavior Analysis –
Thursday, 11/6/2025, 6 PM EST – MS in Counselor Education –
Thursday, 11/20/2025, 7 PM EST – Master of Music –

December 2025

Thursday, 12/4/2025, 6 PM – MS in Counselor Education –

Field Hockey vs. Framingham State University
2025-09-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN FIELD HOCKEY VS. FRAMINGHAM STATE UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face Framingham State University at 1 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Football vs. William Paterson University
2025-09-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Westside Athletic Complex, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN FOOTBALL VS. WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY: The Wolves will face William Paterson University at 5 p.m. at the Westside Athletic Complex. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for senior citizens and children 12-under; WCSU students are free with ID. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Virtual Handshake Information Sessions
2025-09-09 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual event
VIRTUAL HANDSHAKE INFORMATION SESSIONS: The Career Success Center invites WCSU students from ALL majors to participate in the virtual Handshake Information Sessions. Learn how to use WCSU’s Handshake job board to create your profile, research and apply to jobs/internships, connect with employers, and learn about career-related events. Register on Handshake to get the online link at wcsu.joinhandshake.com. Questions? email careersuccess@wcsu.edu
Tuesday, Sept. 9 – 3 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 8 – noon
Thursday, Nov. 6 – 10 a.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 2 – 2 p.m.

Western Marketing Association Speaker Session
2025-09-09 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

Game Night
2025-09-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Westside Campus Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
GAME NIGHT: Wind down with the sisters of DGPHi in PJs over games and a build your own ice cream bar from 8 to 10 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center. The sweetest way to end your night!

Clubs Carnival and Streetfest
2025-09-10 11:00 - 16:00 | Rec Field – Science Building Lawn, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
CLUBS CARNIVAL AND STREETFEST: Kick off the semester with our biggest Student Life event! All students are invited to explore the wide variety of clubs and organizations on campus — whether you’re looking to pursue a passion, try something new, or meet like-minded people, there’s something for everyone. Stroll through vibrant booths, connect with fellow students, and get involved in what excites you. While you’re at it, enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks and check out unique crafts and goods from local vendors. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Science Building lawn, Midtown campus.

AI in Higher Education: CIO Insights from Academic Leaders
2025-09-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
AI IN HIGHER EDUCATION – CIO INSIGHTS FROM ACADEMIC LEADERS: The Office of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion is promoting this virtual event from HACU.
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and Conectado are hosting a webinar titled “AI In Higher Ed: CIO Insights on Real-World Adoption,” on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, from 3 to 4 p.m.
Hear directly from campus CIOs who have led real AI initiatives — what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what they’d do differently. With institutions like UCLA Anderson sharing their experiences, this forum offers an inside look at how higher ed is navigating policy hurdles, securing leadership buy-in, and achieving early wins with AI.
Designed for academic and technology leaders, this session blends practical insight with live audience interaction and leaves you with ready-to-apply ideas, including tools and strategies supported by Conectado’s expertise. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling your AI efforts, learn how Conectado has partnered with campuses to turn potential into impact.
Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XuApQZHZS6-Yng9FseYlKw#/registration.

Red Flag Campaign
2025-09-11 11:30 - 13:30 | Berkshire Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
RED FLAG CAMPAIGN: Come visit our table in Berkshire Hall on the Midtown campus to learn more about red flags to look out for in a relationship. Students and faculty are invited to write on actual red flags that will then be put on display around campus! From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

9/11 Memorial
2025-09-11 16:00 - 16:30 | Midtown Campus Quad, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT
9/11 MEMORIAL: Sigma Chi and the Student Veterans Organization will host an event to honor the victims, first responders, and their families on 9/11, as well as to reflect on the profound impact of the day on the nation and world. From 4 to 4:30 p.m. on the Midtown campus Quad.

Alumni Association Fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse
2025-09-12 15:00 - 23:00 | Texas Roadhouse, 74 Newtown Road, Danbury, CT
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION FUNDRAISER AT TEXAS ROADHOUSE: Join the Alumni Association from 3 to 11 p.m. at Texas Roadhouse, 74 Newtown Road in Danbury, for 10% donation night. Present the flyer below at the Danbury location and Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the WCSU Alumni Association.

Call for Applications: The Hancock Student Leadership Program
2025-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
THE HANCOCK STUDENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAM – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: DON’T MISS THIS CHANCE TO ENHANCE YOUR LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL AND JOIN A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE AT WCSU!
Applications are now open for the Hancock Student Leadership Program at Western Connecticut State University. The program is designed to empower WestConn undergraduates to become transformative leaders. This program connects students with real-world mentors, equips them with invaluable leadership skills, and prepares them to inspire and influence in their careers and communities. Students with 30 – 100 earned credits and a GPA of 3.3 or higher are eligible to apply.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. For preferred consideration for the Spring 2026 term, applications should be received by Friday, October 10, 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.

Alumni Association 39th Annual Neil Wagner Golf Tournament
2025-09-15 08:30 - 17:00 | Richter Park Golf Course, 100 Aunt Hack Road, Danbury, CT
WCSU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 39TH ANNUAL NEIL WAGNER GOLF TOURNAMENT:
When: Monday, September 15
Where: Richter Park Golf Course, Danbury
8:30 a.m. Check In and Continental Breakfast
10 a.m. Shotgun Start Time
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Lunch at the Turn
3 p.m. Awards Reception
Please join us for the WCSU Alumni Association’s 38th Annual Neil Wagner Golf Tournament!
There are multiple sponsorship opportunities available! Sponsors are always appreciated.
Register at https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=ff71530d-2d8e-41d3-aa26-1631c09f700b&envId=p-yrBjN0mjiUafdlerDTgleA&zone=usa&bbeml=tp-yrBjN0mjiUafdlerDTgleA.jrjYQIR4QBkCXf8VzDJeJYQ.r4A7NhOZPs0KP5uKT9EWpMA.lHpo3fLvcNkSvuYAAct6tgA&bbeml=tp-yrBjN0mjiUafdlerDTgleA.jaN_Pm72f-kSI3o1tGNTo6Q.rvWIIbN4K_EKG5VikRf1sXQ.lNSnmd4EQHE2gIwqfMNFjWA.

Alpha Delta Pi RMHC Snack Packs
2025-09-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Higgins Hall lobby, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
ALPHA DELTA PI RMHC SNACK PACKS: Learn more about our philanthropy and make snack packs that will be given to the families at RMHC with the sisters! Join us in the Higgins Hall lobby on the Midtown campus from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In-Person ISEP Study Abroad Information Session
2025-09-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Midtown Student Center Room 207, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
IN-PERSON ISEP STUDY ABROAD INFORMATION SESSION: International Services will host in-person Study Abroad Info Sessions each month starting in September:
Monday, 9/15 – 1-2 p.m.
Wednesday, 9/17 – 3-4 p.m.
Thursday, 9/18 – 1-2 p.m.
Monday, 9/22 – 1-2 p.m.
Wednesday, 9/24 – 3-4 p.m.
Thursday, 9/25 – 1-2 p.m.
Tuesday, 9/30 – 1-2 p.m.
Students of all majors are encouraged to attend to learn how to apply for a semester, year-long, or summer study abroad experience. The sessions will be held in Midtown Student Center 207, within Intercultural Affairs. Please email warnerd@wcsu.edu to register – drop-ins are also welcome.

Asian Student Union First Interest Meeting
2025-09-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Campus & Student Centers
ASIAN STUDENT UNION FIRST INTEREST MEETING: ASU’s first meeting of the semester; discuss future events, suggest event ideas, and discover and meet new people. From 2 to 3 p.m. in Room 214 of the Midtown Student Center.

Constitution Day
2025-09-15 14:30 - 16:00 | Midtown Student Center Theater, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
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.”
She 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.
At 2:30 p.m. in the Student Center Theater on the Midtown campus. Refreshments will be served.

Women's Tennis vs. Bard College
2025-09-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Westside Tennis Courts, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WESTCONN WOMEN’S TENNIS VS. BARD COLLEGE: The Wolves will face Bard College at 4 p.m. at the Westside Courts. For more information, visit https://westconnathletics.com/.

Empowering Leadership Building High-Performance Teams Through Transformational Practices Summary
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual event
EMPOWERING LEADERSHIP BUILDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAMS THROUGH TRANSFORMATIONAL PRACTICES SUMMARY: The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is promoting this virtual webinar from HACU (Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities).
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities will host a webinar, “Empowering Leadership Building High-Performance Teams Through Transformational Practices Summary,” at noon.
This webinar will focus on how to develop high-performance teams through intentional leadership practices that elevate collaboration, mentorship, and inclusive decision-making. Through real-world examples, actionable strategies, and interactive dialogue, this webinar will equip administrators, faculty, and staff with the tools to build leadership pipelines and measure their team’s impact. Attendees will leave with a framework for transformational team development and information to draft an action plan tailored to your institutional needs. This webinar is ideal for anyone looking to build leadership capacity, improve organizational culture, and drive sustainable change on their campus.
The webinar will be presented by David Greene, Ed.D., vice president of student affairs at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology.
Register at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cXaMMpHMTdmygZZnSugj9g?ampDeviceId=e67bf37a-74f5-4908-8042-d2e825d9ec61&ampSessionId=1754512029771#/registration

WestConn Exchange: Weaving Our Way Forward - Strategy
2025-09-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
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.
We 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.
WestConn Exchange Schedule

Strategy

Tuesday, September 16 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual
Monday, September 22 | 9:30–10:45 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South

Finance

Wednesday, September 17 | 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Virtual
Wednesday, September 24 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South

DEI/Campus Climate Plan

Monday, November 3 | 2–3:15 p.m. | Virtual
Wednesday, November 5 | 3–4:15 p.m.| Campus Center Ballroom South

IT&I/Facilities Renewal Plan

Monday, November 10 | 1–2:15 p.m. | Virtual
Tuesday, November 11 | 9–10:15 a.m. | Campus Center Ballroom South

Register for Each Exchange at: https://wcsutickets.regfox.com/westconn-exchange#registrants

Brief Updates on Our Work
Strategy
Our 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.

Distinctly WestConn – modernizing academics to ensure accessible, career-ready, and affordable pathways.
Strengthen Our Foundations – securing long-term financial sustainability, modernizing infrastructure, and rebuilding trust.
Regional Anchor and Opportunity Engine – positioning WCSU as Connecticut’s largest HSI and a hub for workforce, education, and community development.

Your 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.
Finance
Our 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.
IT&I/Facilities Renewal
We 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.
DEI & Campus Climate Plan
Our 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.
These 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.

Alpha Delta Pi Vision Board Night
2025-09-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Westside Campus Center Ballroom, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
ALPHA DELTA PI VISION BOARD NIGHT: Let’s talk dreams, goals, and sisterhood with Alpha Delta Pi! From 4 to 6 p.m. in the Westside Campus Center Ballroom.

Hispanic Heritage Month Trivia Night
2025-09-16 20:30 - 21:30 | Housing – Litchfield Hall
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH TRIVIA NIGHT: All are welcome to join RA Josiah and Director of Inclusion and Belonging Joshua Sumrell (InterCultural Affairs Office), for a fun evening celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with trivia on Hispanic/Latinx history, culture, music, art, and more. Learn something new, make new friends, celebrate hispanic/latinx culture and get a chance to win a prize! From 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. in Litchfield Hall on the Midtown campus.

Visiting Artist Lecture - Will Hutnick, Interdisciplinary Artist/Curator
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00 | VPAC Room 144, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury, CT
WCSU MFA VISITING ARTIST LECTURE WITH WILL HUTNICK, INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTIST/CURATOR:
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 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-will-hutnick-interdisciplinary-artistcurator-tickets-1579131447669
Will Hutnick is an artist and curator based in Sharon, Connecticut. He received his M.F.A. from Pratt Institute and his B.A. from Providence College. He is a 2021 Artist Fellow in Painting from the New York Foundation for the Arts and a recipient of grants from the Berkshire Taconic Foundation and the Foundation for Contemporary Arts.
Hutnick’s work has been featured in The New York Times, New American Paintings, and Hyperallergic. He has had solo exhibitions at McDonough Museum of Art at Youngstown State University, Geary Contemporary, Handwerker Gallery at Ithaca College, Pamela Salisbury Gallery, Elijah Wheat Showroom, Standard Space, and Providence College Galleries. Group exhibitions include: Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, High Noon, Hollis Taggart, 1969 Gallery, and Heaven Gallery.
Hutnick has been awarded artist-in-residencies at Yaddo, Elizabeth Murray Artist Residency, Vermont Studio Center, and others. He has also been a curator-in-residence at Benaco Arte and Trestle Projects, and has curated exhibitions at SPRING/BREAK Art Show, Pratt Institute, and the Wassaic Project. From 2015 to 2020, Hutnick was one of the co-directors of Ortega y Gasset Projects, an artist-run collective and exhibition space in Brooklyn. He is currently the Director of Artistic Programming at the Wassaic Project, a nonprofit organization that uses art and art education to foster positive social change.
