Mitchell College
Jen Ryley Welsh is the Director of Alumni Engagement at Mitchell College, with experience in academic affairs, career development counseling, and academic advising. Jen is also the Creator/Owner of Earth Friends Discovery LLC, providing yoga programs for children. Additionally, Jen works as a Yoga Instructor at Saybrook Point Inn and Spa. In the past, Jen has held roles such as Learning Through Service Coordinator at WATERFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS and Assistant to the Coastal Studies Program Director at University of Connecticut-Avery Point Campus. Jen has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Connecticut, a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration from Boston College, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies at Lesley University.
Mitchell College
A four-year coeducational, residential liberal arts college offering bachelor and associate degrees, Mitchell developed its distinct educational approach over 75 years, blending a tradition of mentoring with an expertise in teaching diverse learning styles to create a highly individualized model that benefits all students. Located on a beautiful waterfront campus in historic New London, CT, the College is home to championship NCAA Division III athletics and the Duques Academic Success Center which includes the renowned Bentsen Learning Center.