Bridging Pathways
Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Bridging Pathways is not a traditional networking or career fair. It’s a community event that helps students (high school through graduate school) to navigate the successful pursuit of promising career and educational pathway. Join us to build relationships, knowledge, and awareness especially among those in STEM, Emerging Technologies, and adjacent fields.
Connect
Build your network
Foster mentorship
Meet those who inspire
Grow
Identify your strengths
Discover pathways
Find opportunities
Lead
Be inspired
Find confidence
Help others
Platinum Sponsor
Event Program
- Legairre Radden II , Research Scientist III Boehringer Ingelheim
- Dr. Chaka Felder-McEntire , Executive Director of Higher Heights
- Karina Gonzalez Herrera , Associate Dean at Yale School of Medicine
- Legairre Radden II , (moderator) Research Scientist III Boehringer Ingelheim
- Karina Gonzalez Herrera , Associate Dean at Yale School of Medicine
- Rocio Perez , Scientist at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
- André Correa , Werth IAF Fellow
- Geneva Maddison Crump , Research Scientist, Pfizer
10 sessions – see detailed list below
10 sessions – see detailed list below
Breakout Sessions 1 & 2
Gold Sponsor
Bronze Sponsors
Event Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
Definitely! Please ensure you register in advance to receive pre-event communication.
The event program will include light refreshments during registration and tapas during lunch.
Please email dimoulasp1@southernct.edu for more information.
Please utilize the Wintergreen Garage on campus. Refer to this campus map for directions: https://www.southernct.edu/campus-map. There is a free shuttle operating to help you move between parking lots and the Adanti Student Center; more information here: https://inside.southernct.edu/shuttle-services
Check back in early spring 2026 for a detailed program.
Previous Events
Connecting Students and Professionals of Color 2025
Build networks and create opportunities through panel discussions, breakout sessions, and professional networking.
4th annual event hosted by the BioPath Skills Academy at Southern Connecticut State University.
Connecting Students and Professionals of Color 2024
The SCSU Innovation Hub hosted the 3rd annual Connecting Students and Professionals of Color, a community building series designed to foster a network of students and professionals from underrepresented backgrounds.
Connecting Students and Professionals of Color 2023
The SCSU Innovation Hub hosted the 2nd annual Connecting Students and Professionals of Color, a community building series designed to foster a network of students and professionals from underrepresented backgrounds.