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CT State Community College is a premier comprehensive statewide community college serving nearly 70,000 students annually and focused on building upon the history of Connecticut’s 12 legacy community colleges.

Dr. Christina Royal is the interim president, having assumed the office on August 1, 2025. Prior, she was the Founder and President of Infinite Unlearning, LLC, an executive coaching and consultancy service supporting mid to senior leaders and their organizations. She also served as a President-in-Residence for Harvard University Graduate School of Education for the Academic Year 2024-2025.
Dr. Christina Royal

From the Desk of the President

August 1, 2025

Dear Members of the CT State Community, 

On my first official day as your College President, I am pleased and excited to share that today, Friday, August 1, the State Bond Commission approved funding of more than $29.6M for two important CT State capital projects: the renovation of B-Wing at CT State Norwalk and the design for renovations at Kinney Hall at CT State Naugatuck Valley.

These approvals mark a critical step forward in our commitment to deliver high-quality, equitable, and workforce-aligned education to communities across Connecticut. Both B-Wing and Kinney Hall are far more than buildings; they are foundational spaces that support student success, academic innovation, and regional economic development.

July 23, 2025

Dear Members of the CT State Community,

Ahead of my official August 1 start date, I want to express my genuine excitement to join Connecticut State Community College as your Interim College President, and to thank Interim Chancellor Maduko for his leadership, vision, and entrusting me with this opportunity. From my earliest conversations with leaders across the system, I’ve been inspired by the passion, perseverance, and resilience that define the CT State community — and I am energized to now be part of it.

Contact the President's Office

Mailing Address

185 Main Street
New Britain, CT 06051

Staff

Christina Royal, Ph.D., Interim President

Margaret (Meg) Van Cott, Executive Assistant to the President

Phone: 860-612-7003
 Email: margaret.vancott@ctstate.edu
To request Interim President Royal’s event attendance or for a speaking request, contact Meg Van Cott.

Theresa Robbins, Executive Assistant to the College Office

Tom Yelich, Chief of Staff

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Last updated: August 1, 2025 | 11:32 am