Darien Students Participate in Eastern's Clubs

Many students who attend Eastern Connecticut State University participate in a variety of the University's numerous clubs and organizations. The student club programs range from social to educational, physical to spiritual, and civic engagement programs that benefit and enrich the Eastern community.

During the Fall 2014 semester, Emily Wigglesworth '15 of Darien, CT, participated in the Competitive Cheerleading Squad. Wigglesworth's major is Sociology.

During the Fall 2014 semester, Michael Lauer '16 of Darien, CT, participated in the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP). Lauer's major is Undeclared.

During the Fall 2014 semester, Curtis Marlow '17 of Darien, CT, participated in the Best Buddies Club. Marlow's major is Psychology.

During the Fall 2014 semester, Lauren Sestito '18 of Darien, CT, participated in the Eastern Outdoors Club. Sestito's major is Political Science.

During the Fall 2014 semester, Lauren Sestito '18 of Darien, CT, participated in the Eastern Outdoors Club. Sestito's major is Political Science.

Eastern students who participate in clubs/organizations excel in the classroom and do better academically than students who do not participate. Students participating in clubs had an average GPA of 3.10, much higher than the 2.94 average for those students not taking part in any of the 73 clubs/organizations.

Clubs/organizations planned and implemented 322 events for the fall 2014 semester alone. These programs have a direct impact on the daily life of all students on Eastern's campus. The programs range from social to educational, physical to spiritual, and civic engagement programs, many of which also benefit the local community.

Eastern Connecticut State University is the state's public liberal arts university and serves approximately 5,300 students each year on its Willimantic campus and at satellite locations. A predominantly residential campus, Eastern offers more than 30 majors and 50 minors while emphasizing a strong liberal arts foundation grounded in applied learning experiences. For more information, visit www.easternct.edu.

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Submitted by Darien, CT

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