Update Regarding 2025 Undergraduate Commencement Speaker
May 08, 2025
Western New England University Statement Regarding Undergraduate Commencement Speaker Change
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Western New England University Statement Regarding Undergraduate Commencement Speaker Change
Students and faculty from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences took part in the annual Keep Springfield Beautiful Cleanup Day, a citywide initiative that supports SCAN (Springfield Conservation and Nature Stewardship).
Tara Grealis, Professional Educator of Accounting, has been selected as the recipient of the WNE 2025 Teaching Excellence Award.
Western New England University announces that President Robert E. Johnson will conclude his tenure as president, effective August 1, 2025.
The 2025 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year presented to education students providing them with a firsthand look into the passion, perseverance, and purpose that defines excellence in the teaching profession.
Alum Ray McCarthy, CPA, joins WNE as Vice President for Finance and Administration effective July 7, 2025. An accomplished executive with more than 30 years of experience in finance, McCarthy brings a deep strategic background and a lifelong connection to the University community.
The College of Business, M&T Bank and Wilmington Trust led a dynamic Economic Forum highlighting current economic trends and insights on April 10 at the Kevin S. Delbridge Welcome Center. The event brought together regional business leaders, investors, University Trustees, College of Business Advisory Board members, and faculty for an afternoon of thought leadership and community engagement.
Dennis Donovan, President and CEO of Beacon Advisors International LLC, emphasizes passion for work, effective change management, and leadership excellence
The College of Engineering will host its annual Emerging Engineers Expo on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Caprio Alumni Healthful Living Center. The event showcases more than 100+ projects from engineering and business students.
James Dowling-Healey, a lecturer in the Western New England University Department of Physical and Biological Sciences, recently conducted an inspiring exchange on space exploration, science education, and student success with NASA astronaut Lieutenant Commander Jonny Kim who will be part of Expedition 73.
WNE celebrated entrepreneurial excellence recently with a special induction ceremony for the Sigma Nu Tau national academic entrepreneurship honor society. The event recognized both established community leadership and the promising potential of student innovators.
Yixiao (Ethan) Jiang, PhD, a WNE professor in finance featured on WalletHub, recently shared insights on credit cards for individuals with excellent credit. His expertise underscores the broader need for young adults to develop responsible financial habits early on.
WNE School of Law Professor Bridgette Baldwin recently shared her expertise to the national discourse on criminal justice and forensic evidence. Baldwin was featured in a recent Boston Globe article analyzing the complexities of expert testimony in the high-profile case surrounding the death of Sandra Birchmore.
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.