News & Events

�ڰ�� Partners with Community to Address Food Insecurity Among Students

To address food insecurity among students, �ڰ�� established the Mariner Market, an on-campus food pantry for students. The College increased the capacity of the market recently by joining the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center network in Southeastern Connecticut.

Students Pulling Over at ‘Academic Rest Stop’

After conversations about the increasing prevalence of mental health concerns on college campuses, Dr. Tracy Y. Espy, �ڰ�� president, and Dr. Betsy Beaulieu, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college, sought to create a quiet place for students to decompress and feel welcome on campus.

Ventresca Named Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach

Kristin Ventresca has been named the next head coach of the �ڰ�� women’s lacrosse team, as announced recently by Director of Athletics Matt Finlayson. Ventresca will make her collegiate head coaching debut for the Mariners, who posted a 3-9 record in 2023, the most wins for the program since 2018.

Award-Winning Journalist to Record Podcast with Students

Award-winning journalist Julio Ricardo Varela will produce a “Latino Rebels Radio” podcast focused on neuro-inclusivity, belonging, and radical hospitality as a social justice movement in conversation with �ڰ�� students on Fri., Sept. 22, 1–2:30 p.m. in the Weller Center at �ڰ��. The public is invited to attend.

�ڰ�� Welcomes Four New Faculty

�ڰ�� announces four new full-time faculty members for the Academic Year 2023-2024 in the areas of criminal justice, science, sport management, and communication: Dr. Timothy Daty, assistant professor of criminal justice; Christy Dukehart, visiting assistant professor of sport management; Dr. Richard W. Sanders, associate professor of chemistry; and Michael H. Stoner, visiting instructor of communication.

Kishorn Joins �ڰ�� as Associate Athletic Director

The �ڰ�� Department of Athletics is happy to announce the recent hiring of Ashley “Stick” Kishorn as Associate Director of Athletics and Senior Woman Administrator.

Hoch Named Head Coach of Men’s and Women’s Cross Country

Tim Hoch was hired as head coach of the �ڰ�� men’s and women’s cross country programs in July 2023.

Academic Honors Recipients Announced for Spring 2023

�ڰ�� congratulates students named to our Spring 2023 Dean’s List or
Commendable Scholar List.

New Degree Completion Program for Adult Learners

This fall �ڰ�� is launching a Professional Studies undergraduate “Completer Degree” program for adult learners as part of its efforts to expand options for “nontraditional” college students to achieve their education and career goals. Designed exclusively for adult students with some college credit, the accelerated program offers both a 2-year (A.A.) and a 4-year (B.A.) degree.