The Student News Site of Central Connecticut State University

The Recorder
The Student News Site of Central Connecticut State University

The Recorder
The Student News Site of Central Connecticut State University

The Recorder

Samantha Bender, News Editor

Samantha Bender can be reached at [email protected]

All content by Samantha Bender

CCSU Construction Projected to be Complete by End of Year

Samantha Bender, News Editor
May 7, 2021

COVID Vaccine Available for Central Students

Samantha Bender, News Editor
April 20, 2021

Job Search Looks Different But Promising for Young Graduates

Samantha Bender, News Editor
March 31, 2021
Controversy Surrounding "The Bachelor" Sparks Nationwide Discussion on Race

Controversy Surrounding “The Bachelor” Sparks Nationwide Discussion on Race

Samantha Bender, News Editor
March 4, 2021
Women's Center Hosts Panel Led By Freedom Rider, Joan Mulholland

Women’s Center Hosts Panel Led By Freedom Rider, Joan Mulholland

Samantha Bender, News Editor
February 24, 2021

Proposed Act Eliminating the Non-medical Exemption to the Immunization Requirement May Affect Students

Samantha Bender, News Editor
February 9, 2021

Elmer’s Place Receives Aid From Barstool Fund and GoFundMe to Stay Afloat

Samantha Bender, News Editor
February 3, 2021
A Look Ahead to the Spring 2021

A Look Ahead to the Spring 2021

Samantha Bender, News Editor
December 2, 2020

Black Friday Looks Different This Year But Deals Remain

Samantha Bender, News Editor
November 25, 2020

Biden Defeats Trump in Controversial Presidential Election

Samantha Bender, News Editor
November 17, 2020

Connecticut Reverts to Phase 2.1 After Spike In COVID-19 Cases

Samantha Bender, News Editor
November 11, 2020
Former Vice President Joe Biden, Democratic presidential nominee, left, and Senator Kamala Harris, Democratic vice presidential nominee, wear protective masks while holding hands outside the Chase Center during the Democratic National Convention in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S., on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020. Biden accepted the Democratic nomination to challenge President Donald Trump, urging Americans in a prime-time address to vote for new national leadership that will overcome deep U.S. political divisions. Photographer: Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg via Getty Images

Biden Wins Presidency, Trump Denied Second Term

Samantha Bender and Ryan Brooks
November 7, 2020
CSCU Makes More Budget Cuts To State Colleges & Universities

CSCU Makes More Budget Cuts To State Colleges & Universities

Samantha Bender, News Editor
October 28, 2020
New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart and other female state officials discuss gender inequalities in politics.

CCSU Hosts “She Leads: Women Leaders In Connecticut State Government” Panel

Samantha Bender, News Editor
October 21, 2020
CCSU Cancels Homecoming For First Time In Recent History

CCSU Cancels Homecoming For First Time In Recent History

Samantha Bender, News Editor
October 21, 2020

Career Success Center Moves Online To Support CCSU Students

Samantha Bender, News Editor
October 6, 2020

Do Your Part And Wear A Mask… Or Don’t And Stay Home

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 28, 2020
CCSU senior, Cayla Balzarini, fills out paperwork to receive a free coronavirus test in Kaizer Lot.

CCSU Offers Free Coronavirus Testing For Commuter Students

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 24, 2020

CCSU Cancels Spring Break For 2021

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 22, 2020
We are currently in the campaign period for SGA senators, voting starts next Wednesday, April 12th.

SGA Fall Election Candidate Declaration One Week Away

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 16, 2020
Every other piece of equipment is out of order to keep individuals six feet apart

RECentral Remains Open This Semester

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 9, 2020

When Is Profane Language Acceptable For A Newspaper Headline, If Ever?

Samantha Bender, News Editor
September 2, 2020

Central Students Outraged by Centrals Disregard to their Belongings

Samantha Bender, News Editor
August 26, 2020
My new classroom for the foreseeable future

A Senior Year Unlike Any Other

Samantha Bender, News Editor
August 26, 2020
Central Connecticut State University "1972 Dial"

The Central Community Unites More Than Ever Before

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
May 6, 2020
Central Connecticut State University "1972 Dial"

Central Is A Community Through And Through

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
April 23, 2020
Kara Aparo, Registered Nurse since 1997

A New Reality for Hospitals and Healthcare Workers

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
April 9, 2020

Trump Extends Social Distancing Guidelines Through April

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
April 2, 2020

Making the Most of this Crazy Time

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
March 25, 2020

Why is Leadership Still Widely Associated with Masculinity?

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
March 10, 2020
The campaign lasted all February in order to combat food insecurity on college campuses

Acts Of Giving Don’t Need To Stop With Donating Swipes

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
March 10, 2020

CCSU Offers Campus Climate Survey to Improve Campus Culture

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
March 3, 2020

New Vaccination Bill May Affect CCSU Students

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
March 3, 2020

CCSU Earns Third Spot on List of “10 Best ‘Hidden Gem’ Universities in New England”

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
February 24, 2020

Do the Benefits of College Outweigh the Costs?

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
February 19, 2020

CCSU Spring Career & Internship Fair

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
February 17, 2020
The Student Wellness Center requires students to fill out a health form before coming in for in-person visits.

Vaccinations: A Double-Edged Sword

Samantha Bender, Assistant News Editor
February 9, 2020
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