What these students and alumni have in common is success

For Emily Kappel, the numbers added up to a WestConn education“WestConn has afforded me so many opportunities. It is a very tight-knit community with so many opportunities to be involved and professors and administrators who go above and beyond for students. I love that since WestConn is a smaller school, I really get to know my professors and have even had many opportunities to meet and work with upper-level admins, which is something that I really appreciate.”
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Adam Psenicnik’s AI-based research seeks to pinpoint toxins in scorpion venom that can aid in medical treatments through their antimicrobial and anticancer properties"I like the fact that the faculty in the sciences and math encourage their students to do hands-on research. If you have a project you want to explore, you’ll probably find a faculty member to help you do it."
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Veteran Malcolm MacKenzie has found his peers — and his flight path — at WestConn"WestConn has top-notch professors. They’ll step back and retrace stuff if they see blank stares, they come in early and stay late. You don’t get that kind of support in huge, auditorium-style situations."
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Victoria Giraldo sees her 2025 JLA degree as a step toward becoming a Navy JAG officer"WestConn is the best option if you want to stay in Danbury, commute and work at your job(s). It’s a great school with great professors, and I’ve always worked while I have been a student here. My family is very proud of me and think the path I’ve chosen is a smart decision."
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Hannah Alexander blends interests in music and law to pursue dual degrees at WestConn"I felt very secure in my choice to come here, and I would encourage anyone to consider this option. Meeting with teachers and current students can’t be replicated. WestConn is the most friendly and welcoming place I looked at, and is so different from typical conservatory settings. Here there is camaraderie and everyone lifts each other up."
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Kathwari Honors Student Kylin McMahon starts WestConn Fencing Club"Fencing has taught me patience and discipline, and that’s what academics require, too. For both, I form a goal, I come up with steps for how to move forward in achieving that goal. I feel energized and more motivated to do academic work with the joy I feel from starting and participating in WestConn’s new Fencing Club."
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Vitoria Vieira expands her ‘little corner’ at WestConn to include the world"I love language, culture, and people who want to learn and explore. You find a lot of people in the same situation when you study abroad. I was definitely inspired by the places I have been and it will expand my horizons when considering where I’m going to study for my graduate degree. I love that I had this opportunity at WestConn."
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The freedom to change academic tracks enabled Sorreea Gagnebin to expand her skillset and develop her strengths as SGA president"I really like it here, this smaller community. You know the majority of people you walk past on campus. The quality of the education is really great, and financially it’s cheaper than other options. I got to be at home with my loved ones, too. Plus, the professors here make such a difference."
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Veteran Thomas Simeone looks forward to his second career with his WestConn Nursing degree"Now that I’m at WestConn, the people I have met here have been great and I’ve made lifelong friends. The small campus, small class sizes and great faculty — it just works. It’s a great school that offers a lot and it’s not overwhelming. I’m getting a quality education."
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Kathwari Honors Student Andrea Mandujano expanded her knowledge in Costa Rica"Because of the generous funding from the Kathwari Family and Barden Fund, I was able to experience Costa Rica and learn about what clinical experience in a nursing home is like,and it also helped me better my Spanish medical terminology. I wouldn’t have been able to do these things without their generosity."
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A world of opportunities opened for JLA student Paige Muscillo with her participation in ISEP"Not only have I made amazing, lifelong friends, but the professors are great and give really good advice. WestConn, through its membership in ISEP, introduced me to foreign travel, and not every university offers it. I’m excited about the possibility of a career that will provide more opportunities to travel in the future."
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Trusting her instincts and powers of observation adds up to recognition as New Milford’s Teacher of the Year for alumna Colleen Peterson“The Math Department is phenomenal. Dr. David Burns, Dr. Amanda Lubell, Dr. Chuck Rocca — they really helped me become who I am now. The classes were small, I got to know my professors, and all of them went above and beyond to individualize what I needed as a student. I was more than just a face — I was a person. They really helped support me to get to where I am today.”
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Michael Ferguson grew his passion for politics and teaching at WestConn"The time I was at WestConn made me realize that teaching was something I really wanted to do. My good experiences there pretty much fulfilled what I was looking for. It’s a major university, but also has the hometown feel. You’re never overwhelmed or intimidated, and the faculty and staff just want to help you and see you do well."
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Alumna Sara Milne capitalized on her WestConn experiences to travel as a Navy Nurse“Our clinical rotations were at many different hospitals, which gave us a wide range of options and provided a lot of hands-on learning. As a group, our NCLEX test results were great, and that resulted in immediately receiving a job offer after graduating, and also helped when I applied to graduate school for my master’s degree. Everyone along the way said, ‘WestConn is a very rigorous program,’ and they were right.”
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Pride in her heritage and connection to her community have propelled Kassandra Ruiz’s journey to personal and professional success“I remain passionate about supporting underprivileged communities through various projects. As I continue to build my career, I am committed to following my intuition, staying true to my identity, and fostering both personal and professional growth.” The journey began at WestConn. “I met incredible people and learned from brilliant professors there. I was empowered to take every opportunity that came my way, shaping my own journey and forging a strong path forward.”
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Emily Rodriguez has learned how to explore and gained valuable experiences on her way to a WestConn Marketing degree“I’ve learned a lot at WestConn. I’ve really found my place. I’ve had a chance to travel and learn about different cultures, meet other people and network, and develop job skills. I’ve learned how to explore, and this school has taught me that there’s so much more.”
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Even in retirement, Betty Bajek relies on the lessons she learned at WestConn“I worked hard to achieve good grades and was inducted into Kappa Delta Pi, the honor society in Education. I made lasting friendships. As a matter of fact, I still get together every year with eight women who lived in the same section (3D) in the dorm. We’re celebrating over 50 years of friendship.”
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On the Trail – Successful bluegrass band members began their professional musical journey at WestConn“Every aspect of music comprehension and the foundation we were expected to have has served me well. ... WestConn shaped me into a professional, so that when I started to work, I always had the skills I needed to be the best that I could be.”
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Looking for a way to fulfill a lifelong dream, Kamaia John is making it happen at WestConn"The professors at WestConn actually teach — they explain and make sure everyone understands the concepts. They know your name, and it’s easier to form a relationship with them. Everyone here is passionate. The faculty care about the students and their success."
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With a desire to help others, Olivia Hoft found a way to put her best foot forward thanks to WestConn’s ABA program“The degree at WestConn will and has continued to provide me with countless opportunities within the field of ABA. As someone who did not take a typical route of college after high school, coming back and finishing a master’s degree at 30 has proven to be possible and successful. After completing my board exam, I will become a behavior analyst, which opens up the door for immense growth.”
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Academics and football are a winning combination for Florida native Parker Brown“I think Meteorology is extremely interesting and unique, and the classes here are very personal, which is extremely helpful to me. Professor Eisenson has had a very big positive impact on me; he is my favorite teacher/professor I have had thus far as he cares greatly about his students’ education.”
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Christopher Bisignano Jr.’s hands-on approach to his Cybersecurity degree will set him up for the tech career he envisions“From my professors Stephen Cunningham, who taught us so much about how to hack and defend, to Ken Lynch, who taught me everything I needed to know about digital forensics, to Dr. Tom Yoon, with his knowledge of virtual networks — they have been the most amazing people along my journey.”
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Alexander Rodriguez may have followed in his family’s footsteps to come to WestConn, but once he arrived, he led the way“Despite my successes, my journey has not been without struggles. However, I have embraced each challenge as an opportunity to grow. Now, as I near the completion of my degree — the last in my family to do so — I carry with me the lessons of resilience, determination, and the unwavering belief that we can shape our own destinies. I look forward to staying connected and continuing to create meaningful change at WestConn.”
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Dedication and abundant research opportunities have propelled Psychology major Sara Azzi to the top of her chosen field and have earned her the Henry F. Barnard Distinguished Student Award"The Psychology faculty at WestConn are the most supportive people I know in terms of personal and career development, and I would not be as successful as I am without them. ... I’m also really grateful for all the opportunities WestConn provided — from working at the Career Success Center to the clubs I have been involved in, to the research opportunities — all with no loans and zero debt."
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Diana Felix Rebelo overcame numerous obstacles on the way to becoming an acclaimed student-athlete in WestConn’s challenging Nursing program as well as a 2025 Henry F. Barnard Distinguished Student Award recipient"As I receive my diploma, my name in bold letters: ‘Diana Felix Rebelo’. This diploma is not only for me, but also for my parents. I represent my mom with Felix and my father with Rebelo; they, too, earned this degree as much as I did. I am beyond grateful for everyone who supported me along the journey to get here. My parents, who gave up everything they knew in hopes for something better for their family. Every time I felt like giving up, they were there pushing me, reminding me of my capabilities."
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