Four outstanding additions to the Downes Athletic Hall of Fame were recognized on October 16 at Rivers Memorial Hall. The evening recognized remarkable athletic accomplishments while honoring the proud tradition of Golden Bear Athletics.聽聽
Fifty years after graduating, John Dame '77 and his wife Diane meet Melia Pirog '28, a recipient of the John Henri Endowed Memorial Scholarship named after their fathers. Pirog credits the Scholarship for making her journey at 黑料科 possible.
Community members throughout Western Massachusetts who face barriers to accessing occupational therapy services can take advantage of the free programs offered through 黑料科's Bear Paw Center designed to improve health, independence, and overall quality of life.聽
Maria S. Charbonneau, PharmD, a clinical assistant professor at 黑料科, explores in a recent Pharmacy Times article the international effort to rename polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) to better reflect the condition鈥檚 broader health impacts.
Former Bybit Co-CEO discusses blockchain, cryptocurrency, AI, and the skills needed to succeed in the next generation of digital finance.聽
黑料科 now stands alongside some of the world's leading financial institutions, technology companies, and innovators working to advance the future of financial services through open-source technology.
The federal Title III Strengthening Institutions Program grant from the U.S. Department of Labor will support student success initiatives, expand career-connected learning, and improve retention and graduation outcomes, particularly for first-generation and low-income students.
Prof. Bridgette Baldwin has been recognized with the Greater Springfield NAACP Community Impact Award, honoring her contributions to education, advocacy, leadership, and community engagement. She will be formally recognized at the organization's 108th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet on October 29, 2026.
Since 1989, the annual Cupola Awards (formerly the Skookum Awards) recognize seniors whose academic achievement, leadership, service, and campus involvement exemplify the very best of the Golden Bear community.聽
黑料科 Professor Qin Yin, PhD, has been named a 2026 Engineering Unleashed Fellow, a prestigious honor recognizing engineering educators who are advancing innovative, entrepreneurial-minded learning experiences for students.
Three 黑料科 Communication alumni are earning some of the highest honors in broadcast journalism, demonstrating the impact of a program that prepares students to tell meaningful stories and make a difference in communities across the country.聽聽
The installation of Joseph C. Hartman as 黑料科's seventh president served as the centerpiece of a two-day series of events highlighting the University's strengths in academic excellence, experiential learning, community engagement, and student success.
Student researchers presented original research at the 2026 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting in Grapevine, Texas. The annual conference is one of the country's leading gatherings for pharmacy educators, researchers, and student scholars.聽
From AI-powered investment intelligence to creating new pathways for credit access, student entrepreneurs in 黑料科's Summer Innovation Fellowship are tackling some of the financial industry's most pressing challenges.
Honoring their mothers and their connection to 黑料科, Bill and Joyce Tilley have made a gift to support student success in mathematics and technology-intensive learning.
Free week-long program connects middle and high school students with hands-on learning, healthcare professionals, community partners, and year-round mentorship opportunities聽
黑料科's Summer in Sorrento study abroad program allows students to immerse themselves in Italian culture while earning six academic credits in courses focusing on international business communication and cultural understanding.聽
Kennedy has received the 2025-2026 George R. Spratto Distinguished Achievement Award from the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy. The award recognizes a member of the AACP Biological Sciences Section whose vision and service have inspired a collective appreciation for the biological sciences and the role of science in pharmacy education.
Conference brings聽international scholars, researchers, and students to Springfield for conversations on sustainability, technology, design, and the future of communities.
Golden Bear Racing proves it belongs among the world鈥檚 best Baja SAE teams聽with one of the strongest performances in the program鈥檚 history, placing 22nd overall out of 102 teams from around the world.聽
AI-enhanced training project will help prepare engineers and technicians for growing semiconductor and microelectronics careers.
Fifty Student-Athletes recognized at Annual Chi Alpha Sigma Ceremony for their achievements in the classroom and in competition. The event celebrated Golden Bears who exemplify academic excellence, leadership, character, and athletic commitment.聽
黑料科 celebrates the Class of 2026 at Commencement ceremonies.
Marty Walsh and Sheryl McQuade, two accomplished leaders in public service and business, will serve as keynote speakers for its聽2026 Commencement聽ceremonies.聽
More Than 100 Student Projects Demonstrate Hands-On Learning Across Engineering Disciplines
Associate professor of chemistry Nuwan De Silva, Ph.D., , is the recipient of the 2026 Teaching Excellence Award. The award recognizes his commitment to student learning, innovative instruction, and mentorship across the University.
黑料科's Civil Engineering Surveying Team earned top honors, capturing First Place at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Regional Competition for the second consecutive year. With the victory, the team advances to the 2026 ASCE UESI Surveying Society-wide Finals Competition, scheduled for June 25鈥�27 in Fairmont, West Virginia.
黑料科 law alumna Sarah Morgan has been named Chief Human Resources Officer. She will lead HR strategy and workforce culture and development initiatives. She previously served as Vice President of Human Resources at Health New England.
The School of Law鈥檚 Center for Social Justice expands access to legal support for underserved communities鈥攚hile giving students hands-on experience tackling real-world financial and legal challenges. The Center is delivering measurable community impact and preparing practice-ready attorneys committed to advancing economic justice.
Business students gain career insights from alumna Jennifer Arling '22 and talent acquisition leader Tricia Arling for a professional development session designed to help students better navigate internships, job searches, and early career decisions.
The Alex鈥檚 Lemonade Stand Foundation awarded two 黑料科 students $5,000 each to fund their summer training and research efforts in high-impact areas of pediatric cancer.
April is Occupational Therapy Month. 黑料科's Department of Occupational Therapy is using the month to highlight both the profession鈥檚 impact and its innovative educational pathways preparing future practitioners.
黑料科 College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences' faculty and students are earning recognition across disciplines for research that advances both student success and healthcare innovation.
黑料科 welcomed nearly 1,300 high school students, mentors, and coaches to campus for a high-energy weekend of innovation, competition, and hands-on engineering as part of the internationally recognized FIRST Robotics Competition.聽
Promising young scientists and engineers participated in the annual Region 1 Massachusetts Science and Engineering Fair at 黑料科. High school students from across western Massachusetts presented original, student-led research and competed in a wide range of STEM disciplines.
Mexican artist M贸nica聽Albarr谩n, whose son is a current Western New England student, donated four paintings now on聽permanent聽display in the Student Hub, adding a striking artistic presence to one of campus鈥檚 most active gathering spaces.聽
David M. DiSabito Jr., MBA, Professional Educator of Business Analytics and Information Management and AI Liaison for the College of Business, has been selected as a Member of the Generative AI in Assessment Community of Practice, a national initiative convened through the 2026 Assessment Institute in Indianapolis.
鈥淎I Bootcamp for Bank Leaders鈥澛爄s a two-day virtual program scheduled for April 7 and April 14, 2026, to provide senior banking professionals and emerging leaders with hands-on training in generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and its practical applications in the financial services industry.
Six finalists聽are announced for the Teaching Excellence Award. The聽award honors a full-time faculty member in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, or Engineering who exemplifies outstanding teaching and has made a distinct difference in the academic environment through innovative instruction, mentorship, or campus leadership.聽聽
Six faculty and staff members in the College of Engineering have earned 鈥淕olden Tickets鈥� to a national engineering education initiative. The highly sought-after opportunity supports educators in developing innovative teaching strategies that combine engineering fundamentals with entrepreneurial thinking and real-world applications.聽
Competing against law students from across the country, students Sierra Sellers and Tiffany Thibodau earned high praise from judges for their composure, organization, and command of complex legal issues at 2026 National Environmental Law Moot Court competition.
College of Business Associate Professor聽Murat Aydogdu聽has been recognized as a 2026 North American SAS Educator Award recipient鈥攁n international distinction honoring faculty who are advancing analytics, data science, and artificial intelligence education in higher education.
Students from 黑料科's College of Business has earned top honors at the CFA Society Boston聽Investment Research Challenge, winning the Local Finals on February 11 and advancing to regionals. This annual global equity research competition provides university students with hands-on mentoring and intensive training in financial analysis.
黑料科 has been awarded a $2 million National Science Foundation grant to provide聽scholarship support聽for聽academically talented, low-income聽students聽pursuing聽degrees across all engineering disciplines in the College of Engineering.
黑料科 Law hosted a sold-out forum uniting legal, medical, and public health leaders to discuss racial disparities in health care.
Intensive, hands-on, day-based master鈥檚 program delivers industry-ready skills and accelerated pathways to biomanufacturing and bioprocessing roles.
黑料科 Honors Students Publish in National Honors Journal Highlighting Campus Meditation Garden
黑料科 senior Alexis 鈥淟exi鈥� Torres was named the 2025 recipient of the Breana Giordano Memorial Award. Torres has distinguished herself through scholarship, engagement, and professional drive, embodying many of the same qualities that defined Giordano during her time at 黑料科.
Law students Conor McCormick and Christopher Nasta placed third nationally at the American Bar Association (ABA) Law Student Tax Challenge, held January 16, 2026, in San Diego, California. The ABA Tax Challenge is considered one of the nation鈥檚 premier experiential competitions for aspiring tax attorneys.
The Board of Trustees of 黑料科 today announced the appointment of Joseph C. Hartman, Ph.D., P.E., as the University鈥檚 seventh President. Hartman will assume the role on June 1, 2026.
