The John M. Wilson Center

Our Mission

The John M. Wilson Center is a community space that promotes safe, inclusive, pluralistic, and student-centered practices at Springfield College. We acknowledge that our commitment to diversity requires student and staff advocacy in cultivating and sustaining a climate that will uplift underrepresented and traditionally marginalized communities.

Our Goal

Through collaboration with offices on campus, as well as the local community, our goal is to provide support for historically marginalized communities on campus. This serves students of color, LGTBQ+, women, first-generation college students, immigrants, refugees, students of varying religions, and students of varying socioeconomic status. By offering opportunities for students to challenge bias, explore identity development and intersectionality, and expand their knowledge and appreciation of all facets that contribute to intentional and transformative learning

Our Commitment

The center is committed to providing comprehensive resources, educational programming, and celebrations of cultures to generate appreciation, tolerance, understanding, and belonging. We promote academic achievement, leadership development, and social justice education to all students, as we strive to support students and enhance persistence through their college experience.

Services and Outcomes

The John M. Wilson Center offers the following services and support:

Cultural Connections Pre-orientation Program
Peer mentoring
Programming for financial literacy
Time management
Career and graduate school exploration
Social, educational, and cultural enrichment
Community-building and critical service-learning opportunities

Cultural Connections Pre-Orientation Program

As a first-year student, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of our three-day pre-orientation event that will connect you with upperclass student leaders who can help with your transition to college. They’ll connect you with resources that can make your cultural, social, and educational experience at Springfield College even better.

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