Watertown sports notes Sep 11, 2009
Canino transferred to Westfield from Central Connecticut State University, where he was a freshman starter at wide receiver. He graduated from Watertown High starring in football and track and field, and from Bridgton (Maine) Academy in 1984. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Rep. Joe Wilson Sep 11, 2009
Bush's father, former president George H.W. Bush, wasn't booed in the halls of Congress, but he came face-to-face with hecklers in 2003 when he received an honorary Doctor of Law degree from Central Connecticut State University as students screamed "mass murderer," referencing his war policies in Iraq. In 1998, then-President Bill Clinton was bombarded with insults during his first public appearance since admitting an affair with Monica Lewinsky. (ABC News)
A lifetime of news for KDKA's News chief Sep 11, 2009
After getting a bachelor's degree in English and theater from Central Connecticut State University, Marren studied journalism on the graduate level at Carleton University in Ottawa, where a G-8 summit was held in 1981. She worked as a freelancer for ABC News during that summit, helping to line up live shot locations among other tasks. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Parade marshal has deep roots in town Sep 11, 2009
He has since attended City College in New York City, Trinity College, and Central Connecticut State University. In 1942, he married Gene Pratt, and this month they will celebrate their 67th anniversary. (Wethersfield Post, CT)
MEN'S SOCCER: Wildcats split Nike Classic Sep 7, 2009
In the championship match of the tournament played on Sunday, UNH faced off against Central Connecticut State University as they tried to defend their Nike Fall Classic title. Despite being tied at halftime, CCSU used a two-goal second half to win the championship, downing the Wildcats 3-1. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Schools see smallest group of new teachers in years Sep 4, 2009
"She's a magnificent science teacher, we're very lucky to have her. She comes to us from doing her student teaching in Hartford, she was a teaching assistant in West Hartford, she recently got her certificate from Central Connecticut State University," said Kohlhagen. A native of England, Maddock has also been a pastor with the Salvation Army. (Wethersfield Post, CT)
Deep River Teacher Faces Sex Charges Sep 2, 2009
It lists his classroom rules, which say he's a "pretty easy-going" person and he "rarely gets angry." It also says he completed his doctorate work at Central Connecticut State University in May. A letter sent to parents, faculty and staff last week from schools Superintendent Ruth Levy says, "There is no reason to believe at this time that any inappropriate or criminal conduct has occurred with any student in our school system. Regardless, the teacher in question was placed on immediate... (FOX61, CT)
Women's Soccer Drops Season Opener to CCSU 1-0 Aug 29, 2009
Siena women's soccer lost its season opener to Central Connecticut State University 1-0 Friday afternoon at the TD Bank Classic in Burlington, Vt. Leah Blayney scored the game winning goal in the 17th minute with a 20-yard strike that beat goalkeeper. (Sienasaints.com)
Three new police officers sworn in Aug 21, 2009
The 21-year-old was a Dean's List student at Central Connecticut State University, where he majored in Political Science, and minored in Criminal Justice. Matthew J. Riendeau, son of Rene and Gloria Riendeau, was born in New Milford and graduated from Shepaug Valley High School in 2000. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Colonghi ready to begin first full year as principal at Stevens, Moser Aug 14, 2009
A Central Connecticut State University graduate, Colonghi worked in the Middletown school system for several years. He started out as an elementary school teacher. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Marine serves 2d tour to be with kin Aug 3, 2009
After graduating from high school, he attended Central Connecticut State University. He chose to pursue military service once he had completed a year and a half of college, after deciding that the most valuable type of learning doesn t occur in a classroom. (Boston Globe)
Curran leads top-notch staff in grid clinic Jul 24, 2009
The kids got a lot of great instruction, said Graham, who played college football with Jack at Central Connecticut State University. Jack] has high energy and great motor. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Advocates: Some Colleges Bar Talk About Gun Rights Jun 5, 2009
In March, Central Connecticut State University student John Wahlberg and two classmates gave a presentation for their communications class on whether the death toll at Virginia Tech might have been smaller if faculty and students had been allowed to carry guns. That night, Wahlberg says, he was called into the campus police department, which already had a list of his registered guns, which were locked away off-campus. (Fox News)
Gun Supporters Say Colleges Trample Protest Rights May 29, 2009
However, Central Connecticut State University in New Britain allowed a gun holster protest on its campus last month. That was a month after the school was mired in publicity because a student was questioned by police after he gave a class presentation on gun rights that made a professor uncomfortable. (CBS News -- US)
Sacred Heart Part of New Connecticut Six Basketball Tripleheader May 28, 2009
The Classic will include Central Connecticut State University, Fairfield University, University of Hartford, Quinnipiac University, Sacred Heart University, and Yale University. The announcement was made by Fairfield University Director of Athletics Eugene P. Doris on behalf of the six participating schools during a news conference at the Bridgeport Holiday Inn. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Forum: Why can't students say 'guns' in school? May 24, 2009
When a Central Connecticut State University senior fulfilled a communications-class assignment by giving a presentation on why students and professors should be allowed to carry concealed weapons on campus, his professor reported him to the police, who called him in for questioning. Professor Paula Anderson, questioned by a reporter from the school paper, was unrepentant: The student was a "perceived risk" and she had a "responsibility to protect the well-being of our students.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
UEW and Central Connecticut State University sign memoranda May 23, 2009
Winneba (C/R), May 22, GNA - The University of Education, Winneba (UEW) and the Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) of the United States of America have signed a memorandum of understanding to benefit the two institutions. Under the memorandum the two universities would exchange students, lecturers and programmes to upgrade their knowledge with current trends in the teaching and learning of science. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Town to pay tribute to veterans at Memorial Day parade, ceremonies May 23, 2009
Silva is now a student at Central Connecticut State University studying political science and economics. Silva will be part of a ceremony at the center green following the town's parade. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Sacred Heart University Wins Back-to-Back NEC Commissioner's Cups May 19, 2009
57), Central Connecticut State University was sixth (158. 45) and Robert Morris University finished seventh (157. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
New Litchfield Superintendent Offers a Vision May 15, 2009
Dr. Wheeler went on to receive her certification in special education at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, and later taught special education at James Morris School in Morris for six years. Following that came a master's degree from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven and her doctorate degree and superintendent endorsement from the University of Hartford. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
3 arrested in dormitory popcorn burning May 13, 2009
(AP) -- Police at Central Connecticut State University say there wasn't much laughing when an early morning prank filled a dormitory with smoke. Several students struggled to get out because their doors were tied shut. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
3 arrested after fake dorm fire May 13, 2009
- Officials at Central Connecticut State University don't see the humor in this prank: burning bags of popcorn in a microwave in a crowded dorm in the middle of the night and tying some doors shut so residents think they're trapped in a burning building. Campus police say they arrested three teenagers who purposely burned the popcorn early Monday, setting off a fire alarm in the dorm shortly after 3 a.m.. (MSNBC -- Crime)
TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT May 1, 2009
NEW BRITAIN - Behind a bases clearing double in the top of the first and three consecutive two-run innings, the baseball team jumped out to what seemed to be a commanding 9-3 lead against Central Connecticut State University Wednesday afternoon at Beehive Field. Nobody told the Blue Devils, however. (The Daily Campus, CT)
New Research Identifies PTSD, Other Problems for Returning Veterans; Fresh Strategies Recommended Apr 28, 2009
identifying significant rates of (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and other compelling problems for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan has been released by the Center for Public Policy & Social Research (CPPSR) at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) ... The Center for Public Policy l Research (CPPSR) at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) and the Connecticut Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) recently released their needs assessment of returning Connecticut veterans.... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Editor removed from CCSU Recorder speaks out Apr 18, 2009
Central Connecticut State University sophomore Marissa Blaszko, dismissed last month from her position as opinion editor of the campus newspaper, The Recorder, called a news conference Wednesday to say she ought to be able to protest the Iraq War and remain as an editor at the paper. Blaszko's supporters at the press conference included two professors and representatives of various campus groups, including the Progressive Student Alliance, Latin-American Student Association, Muslim Student... (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
UMass Men's Track & Field Wins Home Meet Apr 12, 2009
The Minutemen finished with 186 points, defeating the second-place finisher, Central Connecticut State University, by 73 points. The Minutemen dominated the 10,000 meter run earning the top four spots and five of the top six. (Umassathletics.com)
Town planner looking to 'recycle' older sites Apr 11, 2009
"We're really in a good position if this transit line takes off," Meehan said, adding that two or three stops are planned in town, including one near Central Connecticut State University. If the transportation plan is going to be completed, he added, the town will lean toward higher density housing near the bus and train stations, to allow for greater use of public transportation. (Newington Town Crier, CT)
Home Meet Information Apr 9, 2009
Amherst Central Connecticut State University Maine Westfield Hartford Boston College Williams Quinnipiac Trinity UMass Connecticut Men. Meet Schedule 4/11/09. (Umassathletics.com)
Brown Softball Earns Split with Columbia Lions Apr 6, 2009
The Bears are back in action this Tuesday, when it travels to the University of Connecticut to take on Central Connecticut State University in a doubleheader beginning at 2:30 p.m.. . (Brownbears.com)
Applications to UConn up 5 percent from last year Apr 1, 2009
Although the suffering economy is certainly a factor in the application boom at the state's public colleges - with applications having increased as much as 13 percent at Central Connecticut State University, according to the Hartford Courant - the recession is only partly accountable. "For the University of Connecticut, we have been on such a tremendous upward trajectory for the past 10 years. In 1998, we had 10,404 applications; this year, we're going to have about 22,000," Evanovich said. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Siena Women's Lacrosse Beats Blue Devils 15-9 Mar 9, 2009
scored four goals and had two assists as she led Siena women's lacrosse past Central Connecticut State University 15-9 Sunday afternoon in New Britain, Conn. The Saints outshot CCSU 41-20 and allowed just two second half goals on nine shots. (Sienasaints.com)
Falcons Named to USTFCCCA Academic Team Mar 7, 2009
486 Central Connecticut State University, 3. 322 Central Michigan University, 3. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Pioneers Advance to NEC Semi-Final With Win Over Central CT, 76-64 Mar 6, 2009
FAIRFIELD, CT - Junior (Middletown, CT/Xavier) led all scorers with 22 points to help the #3 seeded Sacred Heart University Pioneers defeat #6 Central Connecticut State University, 76-64, in a Northeast Conference Tournament quarter-final Thursday night. The Pioneers, 17-13 and winners of six straight, scored the first seven points of the game. (Sacredheartpioneers.com)
Vermont Defeats Siena 19-14 Mar 5, 2009
Siena returns to action on Sunday when they play at Central Connecticut State University at 1 p.m.. . (Sienasaints.com)
Professors need to respect First Amendment rights Mar 5, 2009
Recently, at Central Connecticut State University, a student was brought into the police station after he gave a class presentation about carrying concealed handguns on campus. What was his transgression. (The Daily Campus, CT)
Prof Under Fire for Calling Cops on Pro-Gun Student Mar 5, 2009
Last October, John Wahlberg and two classmates at Central Connecticut State University gave an oral presentation for a communications class taught by Professor Paula Anderson. The assignment was to discuss a relevant issue in the media, and the students presented their view that the death toll in the April 2007 Virginia Tech shooting massacre would have been lower if professors and students had been carrying guns. (Fox News)
'Iron Wall' documentary sparks debate Feb 26, 2009
Media Credit: Carolyn WilkeElizabeth Aaronsohn (left), associate professor of education at Central Connecticut State University, and Stanley Heller lead a panel discussion following the documentary 'The Iron Wall,' in the Student Union Theater ... The film looked at the situation from a Palestinian perspective, so there was a definite bias there, but one that discussion leader Elizabeth Aaronsohn, an associate professor of education at Central Connecticut State University, said was counteracted... (The Daily Campus, CT)
City hires community development chief Feb 19, 2009
Allen has a 1992 bachelors degree from Central Connecticut State University in geography, with a specialty in urban and regional planning. Allen said she has worked at a variety of local and regional planning positions in Connecticut, including working with transportation issues. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Northville Honors Its Retiring Principal Feb 8, 2009
" Mr. Atticks, who was born in 1945, earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Connecticut at Storrs in 1970, a master's degree from Central Connecticut State University in New Britain in 1978 and a sixth-year certificate in educational administration from UConn in1984. "We have such staff longevity here, and it is primarily due to Mr. Atticks," Ms. Chastain said regarding the atmosphere at NES. Mr. Atticks also was noted for maintaining high morale during his many years at Hill .... (New Milford Times, CT)
Athletic Director Feb 8, 2009
Player Bio: Dan Coonan :: Genrel. Santa Clara University Official Athletic Site. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Middle Eastern Connection Feb 8, 2009
Celebrating 15 years of doing business, owners Shamiran and Sabri Sayad enjoy a broad customer base that extends from professors at Central Connecticut State University looking to put on an authentic Middle Eastern spread to folks who drive up from Fairfield County to get their fix of stuffed grape leaves and homemade baklava. In addition, the couple has a thriving mail-order business with customers from all over the United States looking for their sometimes hard-to-find favorites. (Newington Town Crier, CT)
