For a relatively small campus of 4,400 students, the “Warriors” of Eastern Connecticut State University do a lot. They conduct high-quality research and present in conferences across the country. They perform in stunning theatrical productions and produce award-winning artwork. They compete on championship athletic teams and participate in more than 90 clubs. They broaden their perspectives through internships, studying abroad, and engaging in the wider community.
(see more)For a relatively small campus of 4,400 students, the “Warriors” of Eastern Connecticut State University do a lot. They conduct high-quality research and present in conferences across the country. They perform in stunning theatrical productions and produce award-winning artwork. They compete on championship athletic teams and participate in more than 90 clubs. They broaden their perspectives through internships, studying abroad, and engaging in the wider community.
Eastern students explore culture and writing in Italy
Seventeen Eastern Connecticut State University students experienced the trip of a lifetime over the summer: six weeks in Florence, Italy, studying creative writing. Led by seasoned Italian visitor and professor Christopher Torockio, the Creative Writing Abroad course allowed students to explore Italian culture while writing a short story and completing a workshop with peers.
Sydney DeNoncour studies little-known coral disease in The Bahamas
Biochemistry major Sydney DeNoncour accompanied Biology Professor Joshua Idjadi on a research trip in The Bahamas to study a rapidly spreading disease that is affecting Caribbean coral reefs. Stationed at the Gerace Research Center from June 8-17, the researchers conducted eight underwater surveys around the small island of San Salvador.
Field course brings intrepid EES students out West
A cadre of Environmental Earth Science (EES) students from Eastern Connecticut State University set out on a 12-day expedition this May exploring some of the United States' great mountain landscapes. Led by Professors Dickson Cunningham and Peter Drzewiecki, 15 EES students embarked on a clockwise route out of Salt Lake City, visiting such geological wonders as Craters of the Moon National Monument, Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park.
Eastern Student Samantha Honeywell Studies Abroad in Spain
Eastern Connecticut State University senior Samantha Honeywell is studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain, this spring 2020 semester.
Eastern Student Shelby Bellamy Studies Abroad in Ireland
Eastern Connecticut State University student Shelby Bellamy studied abroad in Limerick, Ireland, this past fall 2019 Semester.
Eastern Student John Ferrara Studies Abroad in Czech Republic
Eastern Connecticut State University student John Ferrara studied abroad in the Czech Republic last fall 2019 semester.
Eastern Student Lauren Knowles Studies Abroad in London
Eastern Connecticut State University student Lauren Knowles studied abroad in London, England, during the recent 2019-20 winter session.
Young Writers Inspired by Month in Italy
Fifteen students from Eastern Connecticut State University spent the month of July in Italy, writing short stories inspired by Italian culture and history. English Professor Chris Torockio led the group of young writers through the five-week field course titled "Creative Writing Abroad." Based in Florence, the students met for writing workshops at Studio Arts College International (SACI) and wrote stories based on their explorations of Tuscany and beyond.
Eastern Student Natalie Devlin Studies Abroad in Australia
Eastern Connecticut State University student Natalie Devlin completed a study abroad trip in Townsville, Australia, where she attended James Cook University from July 16 until Nov. 23.
Eastern Student Amanda Mitchell Studies French in Provence, France
Eastern Connecticut State University student Amanda Mitchell '19 traveled to Provence, France, this summer to study French at Aix-Marseille University. Mitchell is from Rocky Hill and majors in psychology.
Eastern Student Ashley Smith Studies Abroad in Spain
Eastern Connecticut State University student Ashley Smith '20 traveled to Barcelona, Spain, this summer to practice her Spanish and study art and culture. Smith comes from Trumbull and double majors in elementary education and Spanish.
Eastern Student Brooke Shannon Studies Abroad in Ireland
Eastern Connecticut State University Student Brooke Shannon '19 of Stratford studied abroad in Ireland this summer as a part of her major in elementary education.
Jaran Smith Interns in Argentina
Eastern Connecticut State University student Jaran Smith '19 of Lebanon traveled to Argentina this summer for an internship with Buenos Aires International Students, a non-governmental organization based in Buenos Aires that facilities study abroad trips.
Eastern Students Travel to Italy, Study Food Culture
Eight psychology students from Eastern Connecticut State University took a field course in Italy titled "Cross-Cultural Psychology of Food" from June 9-29.
New Media Students Participate in Prague Quadrennial Festival
A group of Eastern Connecticut State University students traveled to the Czech Republic from June 3-17 for the Prague Quadrennial of Performance Design and Space (PQ).
Eastern Students Study Desert Geology of Western U.S.
Twenty-three Eastern Connecticut State University environmental earth science (EES) students traveled to Wyoming and Idaho from May 24 to June 3 to study desert geology.
Eastern Students Study Tropical Biology in Bahamas
Nineteen Eastern Connecticut State University biology students traveled to San Salvador Island in the Bahamas from May 14 to May 25 to study tropical biology.
Eastern Students Study International Business in Italy
Eighteen Eastern Connecticut State University business administration students traveled to Rome and Perugia, Italy, from May 22 to June 3 to study international business.
Eastern Student Corey Krutzky Studies Abroad in Costa Rica
Eastern Connecticut State University student Corey Krutzky '21 of East Hampton is studying abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica, for the spring 2019 semester.
Eastern Student Scott Stonoha Studies Abroad in England
Eastern Connecticut State University student Scott Stonoha '20 of South Windsor is studying abroad in London, England, for the spring 2019 semester.
Eastern Student Lucinda Davis Studies Global Business in Italy
Eastern Connecticut State University student Lucinda Davis '20 traveled to Sorrento, Italy, this summer to study global business at the Sant'Anna Institute.
Eastern Student Maggie Sanderson Studies Abroad in Spain
Eastern Connecticut State University student Maggie Sanderson '20 of Glastonbury is studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain, for the spring 2019 semester.
Eastern Biology Students Study in Deserts of the Southwest
Fifteen Eastern Connecticut State University students recently returned from the American Southwest after studying desert ecology in a global field course (GFC) with the biology department. The trip took place from March 9-17 and was supervised by professors Brett Mattingly and Matthew Graham.
Eastern Student Kathryn Gowisnock Studies Abroad in Australia
Eastern Connecticut State University student Kathryn Gowisnock '20 of Milford is studying abroad in Queensland, Autralia, for the spring 2019 semester.
Revelations Abound in Hawaii for Eastern Students
Twenty psychology students expanded their worldview over winter session during a global field course in Hawaii. Titled "Cross-Cultural Well-Being and Relationships in Hawaii," the course ran from Jan. 2-11. Students were immersed in the local culture and visited some of the island chain's most breathtaking sites.
Eastern Student Chelsy Popo Studies Abroad in Greece
Eastern student Chelsy Popo '19 of Manchester recently studied abroad in Greece. Popo majors in Political Science.
Eastern Student Mackenzie Seymour Completes Study Abroad Trip to Ireland
Eastern Connecticut State University student Mackenzie Seymour '20 of Orange, an Accounting major, recently completed a study abroad trip to Ireland.
Eastern Students Enjoy Field Course Study in Italy
A group of Eastern Connecticut State University students, under the guidance of Professor Christopher Torockio, recently traveled to Italy to participate in the Creative Writing Abroad course. The students spent five weeks, from June 25 to July 31, writing fiction stories inspired by their travels and experiences at the Studio Arts College International (SACI) in Florence.
Eastern Students Study Tropical Biology in Costa Rica
On May 20, 14 Eastern Connecticut State University Biology students and professors Patricia Szczys and Matthew Graham travelled to Costa Rica to conduct research in the country's tropical forests.
Eastern Students Study in Ghana, West Africa
In late May 2018, Eastern Connecticut State University students traveled to Ghana, West Africa, with Professor Yaw Nsiah and Lecturer Shelly Gimenez of the Department of Health Sciences. The group was hosted by the Rural Health Project Africa, an NGO involved with enhancing the health of rural Ghanaians.