School of Law Dean Zelda Harris to Receive AAFPA “Inspirations Award”
Zelda B. Harris, Dean of Western New England University School of Law, awarded the "Inspirations Award" by the African American Female Professors Award Association (AAFPA).
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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Zelda B. Harris, Dean of Western New England University School of Law, awarded the "Inspirations Award" by the African American Female Professors Award Association (AAFPA).
WNE combined three signature events—Undergraduate Open House, Family & Friends Weekend, and Homecoming—to create Golden Bear Weekend, a dynamic experience for the WNE community.
The College of Engineering is poised to benefit from an $850,000 earmark secured by Congressman Richard E. Neal to establish the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems
WNE Criminal Justice Professor Chidike Okeem Discusses Safety and Crime Reduction in WalletHub Interview
WNE School of Law Participatory Democracy campaign focused on educating and empowering locals to exercise their voting rights.
WNE celebrated its annual Skookum Awards Ceremony on Sunday, October 6, recognizing 16 remarkable seniors for their academic achievements, leadership, and contributions to the university community.
In an inspiring session designed to connect academic learning with real-world expertise, Dennis Donovan, L’79, President and CEO of Beacon Advisors International, LLC, visited Western New England University's College of Business to engage with student leaders and faculty.
Dr. Devina Jaiswal of WNE honored with the 2024 KEEN Rising Star Award for pioneering entrepreneurially minded learning initiatives and enhancing engineering education.
During a standing room only event, WNE officially opened the Delbridge Career Center, with new offices and space dedicated to preparing students for the evolving job market.
WNE College of Engineering has earned a Top 100 spot in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Undergraduate Engineering Program rankings.
This grant will help WNE develop capacity and institutional knowledge to forge new partnerships, secure future external funding, and engage with the regional innovation ecosystem.
WNE School of Law launches Participatory Democracy campaign to provide education around citizenship, voting rights, and civic engagement.
Professor Georgianna Melendez named to ALX100 2024.
Western New England University announces the Downes Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
WNE's Biomechanical Engineering Department sponsored a dynamic summer program designed to spark interest in biotechnology careers among high school students from Springfield, Chicopee, and Holyoke.
WNE's Department of English and Cultural Studies welcomes poet Sara Nicholson to New Writers Reading Series.
Western New England University’s forensic biology program has been named one of the top 15 in the U.S.
Western New England University is moving forward with a pledge to academically support pharmacy and occupational therapy graduates beyond graduation as they prepare for the national board certifications at no additional cost to the students.
Western New England University announces the launch of its Cybersecurity Program, a significant new initiative designed to address the critical global shortage of cybersecurity professionals.
Western New England University (WNE) announces it is joining the New American Colleges and Universities (NACU), a network of forward-thinking institutions committed to integrating liberal arts, professional studies, and civic responsibility.
Western New England University welcomes 16 new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. This exceptional cohort includes leading experts in pharmacy and health sciences, engineering, computer science, and psychology, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and novel research to campus.
In a historic moment for Western New England University, President Robert Johnson warmly welcomed the Class of 2028, the largest cohort in the University's rich history.
$163,000 grant helps consumers defend against credit card collection lawsuits.
New interdisciplinary Master’s in Pharmaceutical Engineering degree supports advanced education and training for careers in biopharmaceutical fields.
Western New England University is set to welcome its largest incoming class of 1,028 students this fall, marking a significant milestone in the university’s 105-year history.