Office of the President

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.

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From the Desk of the President

April 14, 2026

Dear Colleagues,

In partnership with Connecticut's Office of Workforce Strategy, you are invited to join us for a special keynote event featuring Mark C. Perna, nationally recognized author and speaker on education, workforce development and generational engagement.

Mark will share insights on how we can better connect with and support today's students, helping them find purpose and succeed in an evolving workforce. More information is available on the flyer.

Event details

Tuesday, April 21
5:00 p.m. check-in, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. keynote speech
CT State Gateway, 20 Church Street, New Haven

Space is limited, and registration is required. Register here.

We hope you can join us for what promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking conversation.

Sincerely,

Christina Royal, Ph.D.

Interim President

Contact the President's Office

Mailing Address

185 Main Street
New Britain, CT 06051

Staff

Christina Royal, Ph.D., Interim President

Phone: 860-612-7003
 Email: CTState-President@ct.edu
or margaret.vancott@ctstate.edu

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

Phone: 860-612-7005
 Email: theresa.robbins@ctstate.edu

Tom Yelich, Chief of Staff

Phone: 860-612-7025
 Email: tom.yelich@ctstate.edu

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Last updated: April 14, 2026 | 4:23 pm