Southern Connecticut State University will recognize alumnus and national sports analyst Rob Parker during its Homecoming game on Oct. 4, dedicating the Jess Dow Field press box in his honor at halftime of the matchup against Bentley University. “Rob Parker’s contributions to the field of sports journalism are a testament to the impact of our […]| News at Southern
The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) has named Dr. Damon Lewis, ’04, of Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy in Norwalk, Conn., the 2025-2026 Middle Level National Principal of the Year. He received the award at a gala celebration in Seattle on July 9, kicking off UNITED – The National Conference on School Leadership. Lewis […] The post Dr. Damon Lewis, ’04, Named National Middle Level Principal of the Year appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Two Southern Connecticut State University students are helping bring statewide attention to a growing issue on college campuses: food insecurity. In a recent episode of “Where We Live” on Connecticut Public Radio, senior Nelly Birmingham and graduate student Rakeria Thomas spoke candidly about their personal experiences with food insecurity and how Southern’s food pantry became […] The post CT Public Features Southern Students in Food Insecurity Discussion appeared first on News at So...| News at Southern
Interim President Sandra Bulmer was honored with the 2025 Industry Superstar Award from the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce (GNHCC) at its 23rd Annual Health Care & Life Sciences Awards on July 9 at the Canal Dock Boathouse in New Haven. Presented annually by the GNHCC, the award is given to a health care […] The post Interim President Sandra Bulmer Receives 2025 Industry Superstar Award from Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Southern Connecticut State University students are getting their hands dirty this summer — in the name of history. In partnership with the Henry Whitfield State Museum in Guilford, Conn., the university’s Archaeology Field School is giving students and community members a rare opportunity to explore one of New England’s oldest homes through active excavation and […] The post Archaeology Students Dig Deep into Connecticut’s History appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Behind every successful veteran initiative at Southern is Britt Conroy ’16, MS ’20 — now Connecticut’s 2025 Veteran of the Year for Higher Education and a finalist for the national title. Conroy’s recognition is part of a nationwide effort by Military Friendly to celebrate the contributions that veterans make to their communities. Last year, thanks […] The post Britt Conroy is Connecticut’s Veteran of the Year appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
In a recent CT Mirror op-ed, two leaders from Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) urge lawmakers to reconsider sweeping federal changes to graduate education funding. Dr. Rabia Hos, dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies, and Dr. Jonathan Wharton, professor of political science and urban affairs, warn that provisions in the newly passed […] The post Sounding The Alarm on Federal Cuts to Graduate Education appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
As a wave of Achilles tendon injuries sweeps the NBA, former Chicago Bulls champion and current Southern Connecticut State University men’s basketball coach Scott Burrell is offering his firsthand perspective on the physical and mental toll such injuries can take. In a recent New York Sun feature, Burrell recalled his own Achilles injury in 1995 […] The post Scott Burrell Reflects on Achilles Injury as NBA Faces Rising “Epidemic” appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Dr. Michele Vancour has been appointed to serve as interim dean of the College of Health and Human Services, effective July 1, 2025. Vancour earned her B.A. in English from Central Connecticut State University, an MPH from Southern Connecticut State University, and a Ph.D. in health education from New York University. She brings a wealth […] The post Dr. Michele Vancour Appointed Interim Dean of the College of Health and Human Services appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
Sandra Bulmer embraces the summer journey. She’s biked across the U.S. (south to north and west to east), guided eager first-timers across the Grand Canyon, and, in June, toured Croatia and Slovenia by bike alongside her husband, Steve. On July 1, the journey took a professional turn when Bulmer became the interim president of Southern […] The post From First-Gen to First-in-Command appeared first on News at Southern.| News at Southern
