Summer Learn And Earn Program
In the summer of 2026, some students in Springfield College Education programs participated in professional development training in teaching literacy and then served as Literacy Intervention Teachers (LITs). The Western Mass Literacy Collaborative-run program, through the work of the participating teachers, helps hundreds of local students improve their reading skills.
Ava Becker remembers when their sister studied abroad during her college years. With their own study abroad opportunity in spring 2025 in Limerick, Ireland, Ava grew to be more independent and be more open to new experiences, among other benefits. They had successfully pitched the idea of combining an internship with traditional study abroad opportunities through the University of Limerick.
Rebekah Creel was on the lookout for opportunities to improve her chances of finding employment. But some personal challenges were making that process difficult. Until she connected with Project SEARCH through Springfield College and landed several internships. Learn how Rebekah is making the most of these experiences.
Inside the Harold C. Smith Learning Commons, Library Services staff members are busy helping students, faculty, staff, and scholars around the world with a variety of requests on a daily basis. You might be surprised to learn all that they are responsible for!
In the spring 2026 semester, 16 members of the Springfield College staff embarked on a transformative wellness journey designed specifically for women navigating perimenopause and postmenopause. This powerful, science-backed program, called Muscle & Menopause, empowers participants to feel stronger, more confident, and in control of their health during a pivotal stage of life.
Juniors Elle Gaucher and Carter White knew little about something called Pre-Camp at Springfield College when they arrived their first year. Having signed up to participate in the student-run program to help first-year students get a head start on their college experience, the two were a little nervous about the unknown.
Kellie Murphy is an advocate for the arts in her role as director of the Springfield College William Blizard Gallery. In the gallery, visual arts are front and center, and provide a creative and safe space for our students and the public to share their works.
Over the last 20-plus years, student-athletes from Springfield College’s women’s athletic teams have participated in National Girls and Women in Sports Day. Girls in grades K-6 from local schools come to campus for a free multisport clinic hosted by our women’s teams. Hear from three student-athletes about why they look forward to this event and how it benefits the young girls.
Just a year into her education at Springfield College, Nozhan “Nelly” Hashemi realized she could help others adjust to their new environment and experiences right where they lived. During her first year when she became aware of what a resident assistant (RA) does and how that person was a resource for her, Nelly decided that she wanted that same opportunity to help others.
Tofael Hossain has a trifecta going with his experiences at Springfield College: double major in Finance and Computer Science, Honors Program student, and member of the golf team. With the support of dedicated faculty, the Bangladesh native has developed an AI-driven quantitative technology startup to help the general public to achieve the dreams that matter most to them.
Kaleb Knowles is enjoying his experiences so far as an undergraduate student in the Communications/Sports Journalism program. He has extended his interest and experiences in the major by participating in one of the College’s media clubs: Springfield College Television (SCTV3).
“I hold the view, popular in commentators across the political spectrum, that improving early learning is a vitally important topic at present…” John Cipora, a professor at the Springfield College campus, discusses the tension between the “seasoned but untrained” and “trained but unseasoned,” but most significantly the importance of a middle ground, with each group bringing expertise to t
Ed Lizotte, Director of Enrollment Management at Springfield College, has had experience as both an online learner and an online educator. He shares his experience with online programs and important things to consider when deciding on what type of continuing education is best for you.
Katerina T. Valentin (G'19) is not new to Springfield College, but she recently began in her new role as Program Liaison with the Division of Inclusion and Community Engagement. Katerina talks about her journey, including how her Puerto Rican background shaped her academic drive and why being hearing-impaired and "a little different" has never stopped her from achieving her goals.
Starting college can be a time of mixed emotions: excitement, uncertainty, fear of the unknown. While the experience is different for everyone, Meg Godfrey ('19) shares the seven things she thinks everyone should know before entering their first year of college.
Summer is a time to relax, but it doesn't mean you should forget your professional goals. Career Center Director, Scott Dranka, gives advice on how you can stay active and professional even when school is out for the summer.
Alexandra MacPherson has her hands full as a double major in Dance and Physical Therapy, but she loves how the two programs complement one another. Alexandra talks about what sets Dance at Springfield College apart from other schools and how the experiences will impact her future.
For the third consecutive year, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Kim Nowakowski took students to the island of Trinidad to participate in the National Fall Prevention Program. The trip is filled with numerous educational and cultural experiences that leave students reflecting both professionally and personally long after the visit is over.
Many Springfield College graduates go on to pursue careers where they can actively exercise the philosophy of humanics, which is why it should come as no surprise when two alumni find themselves working together.
Daryl Wright has witnessed, first-hand, the positive effects that youth development programs can have on children and our society as a whole. Wright discusses his experiences as a youth worker and the importance of leadership development.
For the last few years, Springfield College Communications/Sports Journalism (COSJ) professor Kyle Belanger has worked Radio Row at the Super Bowl. While this is a tremendous opportunity for his own freelance career, Belanger focuses on turning his own opportunities into those for his students.
Classes. Sports. Clubs. Jobs. Family. Friends. College students today are busier than ever. So how do you juggle it all? Academic Success Coach David J. Renza offers time management advice to the busy college student on how to balance school and life.
From NEWMAC championships to his career in sports and event management, Eric Stalsburg (‘12) credits Springfield College and its supportive faculty and coaches for instilling in him the qualities he needed in order to get where he is today: General Manager of a state-of-the-art indoor soccer facility in the heart of NYC.
Before I experienced my once-in-a-lifetime adventure of studying abroad in Australia, I was absolutely terrified to go. I didn’t know what to expect. Would I make new friends? What was I getting myself into? I just knew that going abroad would change my life and here’s what happened when it did.
Weather in New England is infamous for changing at the drop of a hat. Nate gives advice on how Springfield College students can be prepared for the four seasons on campus. Whether you're a newcomer to the area or a veteran New Englander, here is what you'll need to know.
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Dr. Debra Salsi, an assistant professor at Springfield College PCS, discusses effective and efficient processes for maintaining a nonprofit business, as discussed in her courses for those pursuing an MBA with a concentration in nonprofit management.
Despite first appearances and the amount of athletic gear one sees about the campus, Madison Cox, a first-year, describes how there is so much more to Springfield College than just sports, and so many ways to find people with similar interests as your own.
Never fear, the library is here. School can be stressful but the library (and it's trusty librarians) are here to help. Here's how to negotiate the Learning Commons at Springfield College.
Part of Springfield College’s mission is to educate the spirit, mind, and body. When it comes to educating the mind, Springfield College provides the best spots on campus to study. Ranging from social atmospheres to outside spaces, Springfield College has it all!
