Central Connecticut State University, a state university in New Britain, is the oldest public university in Connecticut. The school was moved to its present campus in 1922. The school's slogan is "Start with a dream, finish with a future." 1849: Founded as New Britain Normal School to train teachers (6th normal school in US) 1867–69: Closed due to opposition in Connecticut General Assembly. 1920s: States begin four year education degrees. 1930: State Board of Education extends normal school curriculum from two to three years 1933: General Assembly creates Teachers College of Connecticut. Last two-year diplomas granted 1934: First bachelor's degrees granted to 61 students 1935: Last three-year diploma awarded 1959: Renamed Central Connecticut State College. 1983: Renamed Central Connecticut State University CCSU is noteworthy for its politically active student body. The Progressive Student Alliance (PSA) serves students who are left-leaning/liberal, and has been active since 2002 and has hosted dozens of forums, guest speakers, protests and other events.