Central Connecticut State University

Central Connecticut State University is a comprehensive public university—the largest in the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities system—located in metropolitan New Britain. It connects with industry through the Central Cooperative Education Program and employer‑aligned internships, as well as noncredit professional education for workforce upskilling. An Institute of Technology & Business Development and on‑campus event services make it easy for companies to access training, facilities, and talent. Innovative Spaces—including the AI Corridor, Cybersecurity Hall, XR Lab, and Nursing Simulation Labs—and business technology labs provide hands‑on environments for collaboration. Proximity to Hartford’s insurance and aerospace corridor further strengthens partnerships. Research is supported through competitive federal and state awards managed by the university’s grants office, and IP is commercialized under a management agreement with UConn.