黑料科 is a private, coeducational institution founded in 1919, located on a 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts. Western New England serves 3,955 students, including 2,575 full-time undergraduate students. With the academic options of a university, and a focus on individualized attention, Western New England inspires students to achieve more than they ever imagined possible.
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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
