CT State Community College is a premier comprehensive statewide community college serving more than 60,000 students annually and focused on building upon the history of Connecticut’s 12 legacy community colleges.
Dr. O. John Maduko is the inaugural President of Connecticut State Community College, Connecticut’s largest institution of higher education, the largest community college in New England, and the primary driver of access and post-graduate success for more than 60,000 students across multiple campuses and training facilities throughout Connecticut.
News and Updates From the Office of the President
March 13, 2024
President Maduko was featured on the podcast EdUp Experience. He discusses how he is "...transforming Higher Education in Connecticut..." Listen to the episode here.
January 12, 2024
President Maduko made a special appearance on CNN. He discussed the state of community colleges nationwide and the importance of affordable higher education. He also mentioned the numerous academic and student support services available at CT State. Watch the video update.
November 21, 2023
Please watch this November Update video by President Maduko. On this recording, he discusses the FY24 Budget Deficit Mitigation, as well as gives news and updates on CT State’s progress. You will learn about our financial strategy, the importance of governance and the exciting step of celebrating our first CT State graduates. Watch the video update.
September 21, 2023
President Maduko’s Convocation Address on August 30 was followed by a live Q&A session with Provost Brown and CEOs Hogan and Harris. While many questions were addressed during the presentation, there was not enough time to address all of them. The presentation and Q&A session were recorded and are available to watch now. While not every question has been answered yet, they are in the process of being responded to. The remainder will be shared as soon as possible. The answered questions have been loosely grouped by topic and are available in this pdf.
August 21, 2023
Connecticut State Community College: The Inaugural Semester
From the Desk of the President
September 11, 2024
Dear CT State Community,
On the anniversary of September 11, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the profound impact this day has had on our lives, country, and world. Though 23 years have passed, the events of that day remain vivid in our hearts and minds. September 11 not only altered the course of history but also touched countless lives in deeply personal ways.
On this solemn day, we honor the memory of those we lost and the families whose lives were forever changed. We pay tribute to the brave first responders and ordinary citizens who risked their lives to save others and the many who came together to support one another in the aftermath of the tragedy. Their heroism and spirit of resilience continue to inspire us today.
We must also reflect on the strength and unity that emerged from such adversity—a testament to the enduring power of coming together in challenging times and the remarkable achievements possible when we do. September 11 serves as a reminder of our shared humanity. As we observe the significance of its anniversary, let us reaffirm our commitment to fostering a world built on greater understanding, inclusivity, peace, and mutual respect.
Thank you for being such an essential part of our college community. I encourage you to take a moment to honor and remember in your own way. May we continue to support and uplift one another, cherishing the legacy of those we lost by nurturing a spirit of togetherness and hope.
John Maduko
President
Connecticut State Community College
Contact the President's Office
185 Main Street
New Britain, CT 06051
Dr. John Maduko
President, CT State Community College
860-612-7005
CTState-President@ct.edu or darroyo@commnet.edu
Dennisse Arroyo
Executive Assistant to the President
860-612-7011 | dennisse.arroyo@ctstate.edu
To request Dr. Maduko’s event attendance or for a speaking request, contact Dennisse Arroyo.
Theresa Robbins
Executive Assistant to the CT State Central Office
860-612-7005 | theresa.robbins@ctstate.edu
Tom Yelich
Chief of Staff
860-612-7025 | tom.yelich@ctstate.edu
Our Mission
Connecticut State Community College provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The college supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, and advances positive change for the students, communities and industries it serves.
Our Vision
CT State will be recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut’s citizens and communities.
Provost Levy Brown and President Maduko attended a Strategic Workforce Session at Hartford HealthCare’s headquarters in downtown Hartford. Hartford Healthcare leaders from across their system and Connecticut convened to assess and discuss workforce needs over the next 5-10 years. Their goal was to develop action steps that can be implemented now, near and far. CT State is a key academic partner and the provost and president spoke about partnership and how both groups are working together to address Connecticut’s healthcare professionals shortage.
President Maduko held a two day Cabinet retreat out of CT State Tunxis Community College campus where the group assessed strategic priorities, the upcoming inaugural spring semester, and how they can further work to stabilize the new college.
This fall, President Maduko represented Connecticut State Community College at Washington D.C. to engage with national stakeholders on the impact of faculty-led instruction and programming and staff-driven services on students and communities across Connecticut. The trip included visiting the U.S. Department of Education and meeting Luke Rhine, Deputy Assistant Secretary, and J. Noah Brown, Senior Advisor for the Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education.
President Maduko joined Provost Brown and Capital CEO Harris to virtually sign a partnership with Morehouse College that aims to streamline the transfer process for students interested in attending one of the preeminent all-male HBCU's in the United States.
President Maduko had the honor of visiting W. F. Kaynor Technical High School led by their great principal, Dr. Kenneth Hillard. Kaynor’s senior culinary students prepared lunch and shared their college and career aspirations. In turn, President Maduko shared information about CT State's four stellar culinary programs at Gateway, Manchester, Naugatuck and Norwalk.
President Maduko visited CT State Capital and attending the Herencias Latinas Hispanic Heritage Month event where playwright and awarding author Quiara Alegria Hudes met with students for most of the day in. She capped the evening with an intimate conversation at the Hartford Stage and moderated by Melia Bensussen, their Artistic Director.
In mid-October, President Maduko was honored to serve as faculty for the Presidents' Round Table at the 2023 Thomas Lakin Institute of Mentored Leadership. He presented on finance essentials and shared his experiences as the higher education sector navigates the challenging financial landscape.
Attending his first Connecticut Talent Assistance Cooperative (CONNTAC) 56th Annual Meeting, President Maduko celebrated student scholarship and the advocacy by the CONNTAC staff and their board.
At the 2023 Association of Community College Trustees Leadership Congress, President Maduko joined Joliet Junior College President Clyne Namuo, Bucks County Community College President Felicia Ganther, and Northland Pioneer College President Chato Hazelbaker, to present and lead a panel discussion on The Presidential Search Process from Four Presidents Who Took the Job. They all provided a candid breakdown of their respective experiences during a presidential search process, what was appealing about their institutions, the challenges that presidential candidates face during the process, and advice for trustees and regents who are actively seeking presidents and chancellors.
President Maduko represented the State of Connecticut with Provost Levy Brown, CT State Quinebaug Valley campus CEO Dr. Karen Hynick along with colleagues from the Connecticut State Department of Education and the Connecticut Department of Labor. They attended one of the four Biden-Harris Administration’s nationwide Unlocking Pathways Summit series. The final summit was in Biloxi, Mississippi where they learned from State/Economic Development/Workforce/K12/Community College leaders and representatives from Alabama and Mississippi on their shared regional exemplars that support students with disabilities to pursue competitive integrated employment and further connecting their education and workforce systems to support youth employment.
In September, President Maduko had the honor of visiting Albertus Magnus College in New Haven and meeting with their President, Dr. Marc Camille. Honoring their history and legacy while reimagining future opportunities for students is at the core of Marc’s leadership. President Maduko looks forward to equitable transfer partnerships at CT State.
President Maduko attended the 2023 Rise Gala, where the International Festival of Arts and Ideas theme of “Lost in New Haven” celebrated their 28th year as being part of New Haven's vibrant cultural history. He joined U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro, SCSU's James Barber and Community Economic Developer Lindy Lee Gold.
In an interview with Natasha Lubczenko, host of CT Style on WTNH News 8, President Maduko discussed the upcoming inaugural fall semester of CT State Community College. As CT State gears up for an extraordinary academic journey, President Maduko was excited to share updates on the start of this groundbreaking semester.