At Central Connecticut State University, we prioritize the success and well-being of our students. Our commitment goes beyond academics, extending to comprehensive support services designed to empower and guide you throughout your educational journey. At Central, we understand that a thriving community is built on the foundation of individual growth and achievement. Explore the diverse range of student support services offered here, each crafted to foster a supportive environment that nurtures your academic, personal, and professional development. Your success is our priority, and we invite you to discover the array of resources available to help you excel both inside and outside the classroom.

Academics
Undergraduate Advising
Meet with an advisor to plan your courses
The Learning Center
Tutoring, Academic Coaching, Study Skills Workshops, and more
The Writing Center
Resources, strategies, and techniques for writing across disciplines and genres
Accessibilty Services
Offers assistive technologies & locations, workshops, phone apps, software, tools, and resources
Career Development Office
Offers career fairs, resume reviews, and more to help you succeed in your career
Health & Wellness
Counseling Services
Providing students with an array of counseling and student development services
Health Services
Routine medical care to both full-time and part-time enrolled students
Victim Advocacy
On-campus resource for people who have been impacted by interpersonal violence
Equity & Inclusion
Building an inclusive community where students, staff, and faculty can participate in a free and respectful exchange of ideas without fear
Campus Recreation
Wellness programs, events, and services through program areas including Fitness, Recreation, Intramurals, and Sport Clubs
Community Health Education Clinic
Preventative health screenings, such as blood pressure screenings, diabetes screenings, cholesterol screenings, fitness assessments, body mass analysis, and much more
Family and Daily Living Resources
Drop-In Childcare Center
Provides high-quality, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate educational experiences for children of students, faculty, & staff
Maria's Place Food Pantry
Free service for all current Central students, faculty, and staff who are in need of food and other necessary items
First-Gen Students
Committed to supporting first-gen student transition, persist and success both academically and socially
Circle of Care
Assists students who are struggling with food and housing insecurity, homelessness, and other basic needs
Career Closet
Offers business attire to help you make a polished impression
Centers & Initiatives
Women's Center
Provides resources, to advocate, to inform, and to support personal development and gender equity
LGBTQ Center
Provides a welcoming, creatively inspiring and safe space for students, faculty and staff who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, queer, intersex or allies
Brotherhood Initiative
Dedicated to improving the health, retention, and graduation of college men.
Campus Faith Consultants
Campus faith consultants are available for personal counseling, participation in discussion, as well as a variety of social, spiritual, and educational programs.
Latin American, Latino and Caribbean Center
Promotes the understanding and the appreciation of Latin American and Spanish Speaking Caribbean societies and of Latinos in the United States
Center for Africana Studies
Fosters and advances understanding and appreciation of Africa, African Americans, and individuals of African heritage across the Diaspora
Mentoring & Social Support
Success Central
Supports first- and second-year students by matching them with a junior or senior mentors trained to help students succeed.
First-Year Connected
Matches students with a university staff member serving as a non-academic coach to provide one-on-one support and link students to the campus resources that can help them succeed.
Ombudsperson
Accommodates student, staff, and faculty that want to talk confidentially about an issue, problem, concern, or dispute on campus.
Academic Determination and Persistence Support Initiative
Reduces barriers and connects students to supportive resources