Southern Connecticut State University is a top public research institution in the heart of New Haven πŸ¦‰πŸ’™ #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 πŸ”— Learn more at news.southernct.edu
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Isle hopes you have a great weekend! #SouthernPOV by @isle_guidingeyes
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πŸƒ More data isn’t always better. Dr. Robert Gregory, professor of Health and Movement Sciences and director of Southern’s Connecticut Running Injury Clinic, shared his expertise with The New York Times’ Wirecutter on choosing the right GPS running watch β€” and why runners should focus on the features they actually need. Learn more: bit.ly/4hhk65E
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The countdown is ON! πŸ¦‰πŸ’™ 🏠 15 days until Homecoming & Family Weekend 🏈 16 days until the @scsu_fb and our teams take the field πŸ’™ One weekend to come home to Southern Who’s making the trip back to campus? Tag someone you can’t wait to see! πŸ‘‡
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Graduate students at Southern now have another way to build their skills β€” at no additional cost. New, free micro-credentials in research statistics and academic publishing offer flexible, career-ready learning and a digital badge that students can add to their rΓ©sumΓ©, CV or LinkedIn profile. πŸŽ“ Learn more: bit.ly/3T940mi
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A meaningful day of service for a meaningful cause. Thank you to SCSU Baseball and members of our @SCSU community who volunteered at the Closer to Free Ride in support of Smilow Cancer Hospital.
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Southern showed up for a cause that hits close to home. πŸ’™ Members of our community joined thousands of riders and volunteers for the 16th annual Closer to Free Ride, supporting cancer care and research at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center. #LeadingTheWay bit.ly/4h7U45T
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Explore graduate programs at Southern during our Graduate Open House on Thursday, Oct. 8! πŸŽ“ Meet with faculty, staff and current graduate students, learn about financial aid and flexible course options, and get answers about the application process. #LeadingTheWay Learn more: bit.ly/3EDKzqZ
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What’s next for Connecticut’s innovation economy? βš›οΈπŸ€–πŸ§¬ Join Southern on Oct. 23 for the 2026 Emerging Technologies Forum, bringing together students, educators, industry leaders and community partners to explore quantum, AI and life sciences β€” and the career pathways emerging alongside them. Learn more: bit.ly/3T4jVlR
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Congratulations to Dan Lauria, ’70, on his induction into the New Haven Gridiron Club Hall of Fame. Before building an accomplished career on stage and screen, Lauria played football at Southern and discovered his passion for acting through the Crescent Players. #LeadingTheWay Learn more: bit.ly/4h0eSuQ
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It's almost the weekend, be sure to check in with your besties 🫢
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POV: you chose the elevator instead of the stairs. #IYKYK
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The Connecticut PTA recently honored Joseph Apicella, 6th Yr. ’10, with the Dawn Hochsprung Outstanding Elementary School Principal Award and Cora MuΓ±oz, M.S. ’12, as Outstanding High School Assistant Principal. Congratulations to these two Owls on their commitment to students, families, and their school communities. #LeadingTheWay Learn more: bit.ly/3VeASe9
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Southern welcomes more than 40 new faculty members for the 2026–27 academic year, bringing fresh expertise, perspectives and professional experience to classrooms, labs, studios and programs across campus. πŸŽ“ #LeadingTheWay Learn more: bit.ly/4AbTnjj
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Our @SCSU community gathered to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor all those forever changed by that day. Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember.
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It was great to welcome Interim Chancellor Braswell to @SCSU during our Involvement & Resource Fair. With so many students exploring ways to get involved and connected, it was a wonderful opportunity to share the energy of our campus community.
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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ We remember. We honor. We reflect. This morning, the Southern community paused together to remember the lives lost, honor first responders and members of the armed forces, and reflect on the lasting impact of September 11, 2001.
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πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Today, we remember and honor all those whose lives were lost on September 11, 2001. Among them were Southern alumni Angel Pena, ’79, and Seth Morris, ’89 β€” devoted fathers and respected businessmen whose lives and legacies remain part of the Southern community.
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Twenty-five years later, New England Patriots veteran Joe Andruzzi ’19 and his family are sharing their story of survival, service and remembrance. The three-time Super Bowl champion and Southern football alumnus joined his three brothers β€” all FDNY firefighters who responded on 9/11 β€” in reflecting on their family’s experience that day as part of ABC’s 9/11: United We Stand – 25 Years Later. Learn more: bit.ly/4gHLwT5
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Homecoming and Family Weekend is a month away! πŸ¦‰πŸ’™ Be sure to join us Oct. 9–11 for a weekend of Owl pride, including athletics, tailgating, alumni gatherings, family activities and more. #AlwaysAnOwl Learn more: bit.ly/3rVfh8P
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Congratulations to the future of healthcare. We proudly celebrated our undergraduate and MSN nursing students at their respective White Coat Ceremonies as they reached important milestones in their journeys toward compassionate patient care.
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