Western New England University 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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Western New England University announces Martin J. Walsh and Amy Fliegelman Olli as the keynote speakers for the University’s 2025 Commencement ceremonies on May 15, 2025.
WNE's FinTech+AI 413 Startup Launch Series welcomes Country Bank as a platinum sponsor, expanding support for aspiring finance and tech entrepreneurs in Western Massachusetts.
The WNE College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has been recognized as a National Academy of Medicine Change Maker Organization, highlighting its dedication to advancing health workforce well-being.
WNE hosted the New England District Western NE Event of the 2025 FIRST® Robotics Competition from March 14 to 16. This event brought together 35 high school teams from across the region, showcasing their engineering prowess and teamwork.
Three WNE faculty members from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences have been recognized with distinguished awards and honors for their excellence in education, research, and service.
The Western New England University (WNE) men's basketball team has made history by advancing to the NCAA Division III Sweet 16 for the first time in program history. This milestone comes after a 25-year absence from the tournament.
WNE School of Law is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of third-year students Rachel Lang and Kelsey Oleksak, who secured first place in the J.D. division of the prestigious 2024-2025 Law Student Tax Challenge.
The WNE IEEE Reliability Society Student Branch Chapter actively fosters collaboration between academia and industry recently holding a series of impactful events including workshops and webinars. The chapter provides students and professionals with opportunities to expand their understanding of reliability engineering, technological advancements, and industry best practices.
Western New England University is pleased to announce the eight finalists for the 2025 Teaching Excellence Award. These outstanding educators have demonstrated a commitment to student success, innovation in teaching, and a passion for their disciplines.
Malik Garvin’s '16 journey from a young hockey enthusiast in Harlem to the executive director of Ice Hockey in Harlem is a testament to perseverance and passion. His story is one of overcoming obstacles, embracing opportunity, and giving back to the community that shaped him.
The College of Business is set to host Future of Work Week from February 24-28, 2025, a comprehensive initiative designed to equip students with the skills and insights needed to thrive in an evolving, technology-driven global business landscape.
A new study from Western New England University (WNE) has uncovered a significant link between long-term grape consumption and improved muscle health. The research, recently published in the journal Foods, suggests that regularly eating grapes can positively impact muscle gene expression, with particularly strong effects in females.
WNE's College of Engineering will celebrate Engineers Week (E-Week) from February 17–21 with a diverse lineup of events designed to recognize the contributions of engineers and inspire the next generation of innovators.
In an article for the publication University Business, Dr. Jason Seacat shares his insights on reducing mental health stigma among college students.
WNE has reached a remarkable milestone: over 11,000 undergraduate applications for the upcoming academic year exceeding totals of any other year. More importantly, these gains—up 80 percent over two years ago— have been achieved while maintaining the University’s strong academic standards and the quality of our student profile.
Margaret L. Boyle, Chief of Staff to President Robert E. Johnson and Assistant Vice President for Government Affairs at Western New England University, has been elected Chair of the Springfield Redevelopment Authority. Boyle will help guide the SRA’s efforts to revitalize Springfield, focusing on key projects that aim to enhance the city’s economy, create jobs, and restore blighted properties.
A WNE team of five accounting and finance students has been named as one of four finalists in this year's CFA Institute Research Challenge, an annual international competition that pits teams of university students against one another as they research and analyze a publicly traded company.
WNE alumna and children’s author Cynthia DiFilippo Elomaa ‘94, shared her journey to becoming a published author and her experiences in the literary world with students in Linda Oleksak’s Children’s and Young Adult Literature course.
First-year student Ben Bedford recently performed at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall after winning the 2025 Crescendo International Music Competition. The event marked the third time Bedford has performed at the prestigious venue.
Nearly 100 people turned out Thursday, January 30 to celebrate the official launch of WNE’s XR Lab located in D'Amour Library, which provides students and faculty with access to the latest in virtual (VR), augmented (AR), and mixed reality (MR) technologies.
Michael R. Richichi joins WNE as new Chief Information Officer. Richichi, a seasoned IT executive with extensive expertise in digital transformation, cybersecurity, enterprise technology strategy, and higher education IT governance, will lead WNE’s technology vision, driving innovation and operational excellence across the University’s digital ecosystem.
College of Business Professor Ethan Jiang provides practical tips and insights on how Massachusetts drivers can make informed financial decisions about car insurance.
WNE School of Law announces that Assistant Professor Nicole Belbin has been awarded the prestigious AALS Pro Bono & Access to Justice Section Emerging Leader Award.
Michelle Kowalsky Goodfellow, WNE’s AVP for Enrollment Management, recently shared key insights on financial aid with U.S. News & World Report, emphasizing the importance of timely FAFSA submissions.
The WNE School of Law has experienced remarkable improvement in first-time bar exam pass rates, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and student success.
