
Southern Connecticut State University is a top public research institution in the heart of New Haven 🦉💙 #LeadingTheWay
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We’re thrilled to announce Southern Connecticut State University is now recognized as Connecticut’s first and only Research 2 (R2) University, joining an elite group of nationally recognized institutions.
This milestone underscores our dedication to academic excellence and innovation. It means more hands-on research opportunities, career-ready graduates, and a greater impact on our community and beyond. #LeadingTheWay
🔗 Learn more at news.southernct.edu
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🩺 A $200,000 investment in hands-on training will help Southern expand pathways into Connecticut’s healthcare workforce.
Through The Home Depot’s Retool Your School Campus Improvement Grant, the university will develop a dedicated clinical training space for noncredit healthcare programs offered by its Office of Workforce and Lifelong Learning. #LeadingTheWay
Learn more: bit.ly/4egkVLc.
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Over the past two years, Southern volunteers have helped preserve the headstones of Black Civil War veterans at New Haven’s Westville Cemetery.
This Veterans Day, we honor their service and help keep their stories alive—one headstone at a time.
Learn more: bit.ly/4oThnkt
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Two teams. Two titles. One proud Owl family. 🦉🏆
Our men’s and women’s cross country teams swept the NE10 Championships for the second straight year! The men claimed their fifth consecutive conference title, while the women earned their second straight with all five scoring runners finishing in the top 10.
Next stop: the NCAA Division II East Regional Championships on Nov. 21. Let’s go, Owls!
Learn more: bit.ly/3USJHKX

ALT A large group of people, dressed in matching athletic attire, posing on a grassy field. They are holding signs that read "2026 Women's Cross Country NE10 Champions" and "2026 Men's Cross Country NE10 Champions." Two championship trophies are displayed in front. The background features autumn trees with colorful leaves.
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🌎 What can a living shoreline in Connecticut teach us about climate adaptation around the world?
For Southern graduate students headed to COP31 in Turkey, that’s one of many questions connecting their research to a global exchange of ideas about our changing coasts. #LeadingTheWay
Learn more: bit.ly/4zfbh3d
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Meeting basic needs is part of helping students succeed.
Since opening in 2020, Southern’s Food Pantry has helped connect students with food and essential items. Now, growing community partnerships are helping strengthen that network of support even further. #LeadingTheWay
Learn more: bit.ly/4hOwOdu
Big ideas. New career pathways. Connecticut’s future workforce. 💡
Southern’s second annual Emerging Technologies Forum connected students, educators, and industry leaders to explore what’s next in AI, quantum computing, and life sciences.
Learn more: bit.ly/4ezWE35
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🧑🍳 Our School of Business recently welcomed dozens of local food entrepreneurs for the Connecticut Food Business Lab, connecting aspiring business owners with the tools, mentorship, and resources needed to turn their ideas into thriving businesses.
Learn more: bit.ly/4krTjXc
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Campus is buzzing with future Owls! 🦉
We’re thrilled to welcome prospective students and their families to Undergraduate Open House today. Meet our community, explore the possibilities, and see what life at Southern could look like for you.
Check out the full schedule of events: bit.ly/3WuCotk
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Celebrating the stories that helped shape New Haven! 🇮🇹
Southern recently welcomed community leaders, scholars, and guests for “New Haven’s Italian American Story,” a symposium exploring the lasting contributions of Italian immigrants and their descendants to the city’s history, culture, and identity.
Held as part of Connecticut’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, the event highlighted the importance of preserving and sharing the stories of generations past.
Explore the photo gallery: bit.ly/4jGRPbv
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Sweet memories, spooky fun! 🎃🍬 Take a look back at our annual Trunk or Treat!
Thanks to everyone who decorated a trunk, handed out treats, and celebrated with us.
Check out the gallery: bit.ly/3UvDO6h
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“For me, journalism is an act of love. For people, for my community, for my country.”
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ginny Monk shared that message with nearly 300 high school students at Southern’s High School Journalism Day. Through hands-on workshops, students explored how accurate, ethical reporting can make a difference.
Learn more: bit.ly/4BGZYTN
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🗳️ The votes are in. What comes next?
Professors Jennifer Hopper and Jonathan Wharton offered perspective on the midterm elections, from the economic concerns driving voters to the challenge of turning campaign promises into governing priorities.
Learn more: bit.ly/4iC7bf2
At Southern, we believe in the importance of civic engagement and active participation in our communities.
This Election Day, we encourage all eligible Owls to make their voices heard at the polls. 🗳️
🎨 Simon Fernandes
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🇺🇸 For nearly five decades, Jack Mordente, M.S. ’77, 6th Yr. ’79, helped student veterans find support, community, and a path forward at Southern.
This Veterans Day, the university will honor his lasting impact by naming its Veterans Center in his honor.
Learn more: bit.ly/4jP1aht
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For more than 130 years, @SCSU has grown alongside New Haven & the families who call it home. Our Italian American symposium was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on that shared history and celebrate the lasting contributions of Italian Americans to our community. @rosadelauro














































