Mary-Jane McLaughlin of Stonington has been named chief of staff at Mitchell College, a newly created role under college President Janet Steinmayer.

McLaughlin has served as chief of staff at The Day and director of operations in human services at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, as well as in a variety of positions with area nonprofits.

Steinmayer, in a release, described McLaughlin as “multi-talented,” saying she “brings with her a deep understanding of how to make organizations work best for their communities,” along with “broad connections to the southeastern Connecticut area.”

“I’m thrilled to join the team at Mitchell to help build on the excellent work they have already accomplished in enhancing relationships in the community in order to further the mission of the college,” McLaughlin said in the release.

For more information about Mitchell College, visit mitchell.edu.

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