CT State Manchester

09/04/2026

Bridging Divides: Interfaith Engagement, Courageous Dialogue, and Building Community in Times of Conflict

How can we build understanding and community in a time of polarization, global conflict, and deepening social divisions?

Join CT State Community College Manchester for a Distinguished Lecture featuring Dr. Raja Gopal Bhattar, a nationally recognized scholar, educator, and interfaith leader.

Dr. Bhattar will explore how empathy, curiosity, authentic dialogue, and relationship-building can help us navigate difficult conversations, challenge misconceptions, and build stronger, more inclusive communities.
The lecture will be followed by a conversation with local interfaith leaders, providing an opportunity to continue the dialogue and connect these ideas to our own community.

Wednesday, October 21 at 5:30PM
SBM Charitable Foundation Auditorium
Open to all

Join us for an important conversation about how we can become bridge-builders in our campuses, workplaces, and communities.

Sponsored by the Manchester Community College Foundation.

08/27/2026

🎉 Welcome Back, Cougars! 🐾
Today marked the first day of classes at CT State Manchester, and it was great to see our campus once again filled with students, faculty, and staff as we kicked off a new academic year!
Throughout the day, Welcome Tables were stationed across campus, where faculty and staff greeted students, answered questions, provided directions, and helped everyone get their semester off to a great start.
☕ There was an extra boost of energy this morning thanks to Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck, which stopped by the AST Tower entrance! Thanks to the generosity of the MCC Alumni Association, students were treated to a complimentary cup of coffee to help fuel their first day.
A special thank you to all of our faculty and staff volunteers who helped make today such a warm and welcoming experience.
We’re excited for everything the new semester will bring. Welcome back, Cougars — and have a great semester! 💙🐾

08/25/2026

Building Stronger Student Leaders at CT State Manchester!
CT State Manchester recently hosted a Club Leadership Retreat, bringing student club leaders together for a day focused on developing the skills and confidence needed to lead their organizations successfully.
Throughout the retreat, students participated in interactive activities covering conflict resolution, effective communication and advocacy, leadership strengths, and the roles and responsibilities of club officers. Students also explored the CT State Club Handbook and Manchester Addendum while connecting with fellow student leaders.
The retreat provided an opportunity for our students to strengthen their leadership skills, share ideas, build connections, and prepare for a successful year of student involvement on campus.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the retreat a valuable experience for our student leaders!

08/25/2026

Welcome back CT State Manchester.

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08/24/2026

Today, CT State Manchester welcomed students for Launching Your Healthcare Career: Professional Skills for Success, an Interprofessional Health Career Orientation designed to help prepare future healthcare professionals for success in both the classroom and their careers.
Throughout the day, students from a variety of healthcare programs came together to learn, connect, collaborate, and grow. Sessions focused on essential skills including time management and effective study strategies, professional behaviors, teamwork and collaboration, and action planning and reflection.
The program also gave students an opportunity to build connections with their peers while learning how professionals from different healthcare disciplines work together to provide effective, patient-centered care.
It was a great day of learning, collaboration, and preparation as our students took another important step toward launching their healthcare careers!

08/07/2026

Welcome, New Cougars!

The CT State Manchester Student Activities Office was excited to welcome our newest students and their families during New Student Orientation!

The day gave incoming Cougars the opportunity to meet faculty and staff, connect with classmates, explore campus resources, and learn about the many services available to help them succeed. Students also participated in guided campus tours and discovered everything from academic advising and financial aid to technology support and student involvement opportunities.

New Student Orientation is an important first step in preparing for a successful college experience, and we are thrilled to welcome this new class to our campus community.

Welcome to the CT State Manchester Cougar family—we look forward to seeing you on campus this fall!

06/30/2026

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06/25/2026

Welcome, New Cougars! 🐾
Today, the CT State Manchester Student Activities Office proudly welcomed our newest students during New Student Orientation!
Throughout the day, students and their families connected with faculty and staff, learned about academic and student support services, explored campus resources, met fellow classmates, and enjoyed guided campus tours.

From financial aid and academic advising to student activities and technology resources, orientation provided our newest Cougars with the information and support they need to begin their journey with confidence.

We're excited to see all that this new class will accomplish. Welcome to the CT State Manchester Cougar family—we can't wait to see you on campus this fall!

06/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 MCC Retiree Luncheon! It was a wonderful afternoon of reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating the incredible people who helped shape our campus community.

This year’s event was especially meaningful as we welcomed guests into our new event space, the Rockville Bank Community Foundation Meeting Room. The beautiful setting provided the perfect backdrop for sharing memories, enjoying a delicious meal, and strengthening the connections that continue long after retirement.

We are grateful for the many contributions of our retirees and look forward to staying connected for years to come.

05/29/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

Connecticut State Community College Manchester proudly celebrated Commencement 2026 at the Bicentennial Band Shell, honoring the hard work, perseverance, and achievements of this remarkable graduating class.

The ceremony featured inspiring remarks from Campus President Joshua Moon-Johnson, Interim President Dr. Christina Royal, Regent Richard J. Porth, and commencement speaker Dr. Kelli-Marie Vallieres, Connecticut’s Chief Workforce Officer. Student speaker Hailie Lee Genco shared an extraordinary story of determination and resilience, embodying the spirit of this year’s graduates.

From the stirring sounds of the Manchester Pipe Band to the conferral of degrees and certificates, the evening was a celebration of academic excellence, personal growth, and bright futures ahead.