Dr. John Maduko is the inaugural President of Connecticut State Community College (CT State). He assumed office in June 2022, following a nationwide search and unanimous vote by the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) Board of Regents for Higher Education. As president, Maduko is responsible for the unified $500 million statewide community college that is the largest institution of higher education in Connecticut, the largest community college in New England, and one of the largest community colleges in the country, serving nearly 70,000 students annually across 23 locations statewide.
CT State President O. John Maduko (center), CT State Capital CEO G. Duncan Harris (left) and CT State Norwalk CEO Cheryl De Vonish (not pictured) were honored as being among the 2024 100 Most Influential Blacks by the Connecticut Chapter of the NAACP. This prestigious award aims to celebrate renowned influencers, recognize community leaders, and honor industry trailblazers. Alongside Dr. Harris and Dr. Maduko is Southern Connecticut State University Interim President Dr. Dwayne Smith (right), who was also honored.
President Maduko attended the American Association of Community Colleges Trustees National Legislative Summit (NLS). A delegation of CT State students, faculty, campus leaders, and administrators joined other representatives from 1,300 community colleges throughout the country in Washington D.C. to advocate for our institutions of higher education.
President Maduko collaborated with fellow community college presidents at the American Association of Community Colleges's President Academy Summer Institute (PASI), a pivotal event designed to foster leadership and innovation among community college leaders.
The Jackson Laboratory and CSCU were awarded a $442,764 grant from the National Human Genome Research Institute for the "Genomics in Action" project. This three-year initiative aims to prepare CT State students for careers in bioscience and enhance Connecticut's workforce.
The unveiling of two murals at 101 College Street created by CT State Gateway students.
Dr. Maduko on this historic inauguration as the first President of CT State Community College! His dedication and leadership continues to pave way for a brighter future for CT State students.
President Maduko speaking at the 2-day Connecticut State Community College Leadership Summit, where nearly 80 members of CT State’s management team from across our statewide locations came together. This summit marked the first time all levels of management were brought together in person, demonstrating our collective commitment to addressing the pressing challenges and seizing the opportunities ahead as we enter our second year as a unified community college.
President Maduko attended Hartford HealthCare’s Leadership Series: A Conversation on the Life & Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with special guest Congressman James E. Clyburn.
President Maduko spoke at the unveiling presentation of two murals at 101 College Street.
President Maduko visited the WFSB studio to discuss the expansion of CT State's free college tuition program.
Chancellor Cheng and President Maduko at the final legislative breakfast of spring 2024 at CT State Quinebaug Valley.