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Professor Jessica Carlson Recognized for Leadership in Psi Chi

August 27, 2025

Professor of Psychology Dr. Jessica Carlson has been recognized for more than a decade of service as faculty advisor to the University’s chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology.

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Memory, Mystery, and a Father’s Faith: A New Work by WNE Professor Christy Crutchfield 

July 30, 2025

English Professor and Writing Center Director Christy Crutchfield publishes her latest story, “A Faith Again,” in Electric Literature

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Meeting a Critical Need: WNE’s ABA Programs Prepare Leaders in a Rapidly Growing Field 

June 02, 2025

In response to a growing national demand for highly trained professionals in Applied Behavior Analysis, WNE is preparing graduates for impactful careers across clinical, educational, and research settings. 

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WNE Celebrates First Endowed Chair with Investiture of Dean Sharianne Walker 

September 12, 2025

Western New England University marks historic milestone with the investiture of Dr. Sharianne Walker, Dean of the College of Business, as the Janet Johnson Bullard Endowed Chair in Finance—the University’s first endowed chair.

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WNE Hosts Open Finance Conference 2025, Connecting Students with Industry Leaders 

September 03, 2025

WNE's FinTech program welcomed leading voices in the financial technology sector to campus for the Open Finance Conference 2025 (OFC ’25). More than 70 people attended the event that brought together industry experts, academic researchers, students, and policymakers to explore how open finance is reshaping the future of financial services. 

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FinTech+AI 413 Sponsor Showcase Bridges Student Innovation and Industry Expertise 

July 09, 2025

The 2025 FinTech Sponsor Showcase brought together students and corporate sponsors to highlight student-led innovation at the intersection of finance and artificial intelligence.

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Lucien Parent ’62 Posthumously Inducted into Engineering Hall of Fame

September 17, 2025

WNE inducted the late Lucien “Lou” Parent ’62 BSME into the College of Engineering Hall of Fame. Parent, a visionary industrialist and entrepreneur from Holyoke became the 17th member of this prestigious group, recognized for his professional achievements, service to his alma mater, and enduring Golden Bear spirit.

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WNE Awarded $149K Grant to Use AI and Drones to Help Local Families Reduce Energy Costs

July 14, 2025

Thanks to a $149,700 grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center’s EmPower Massachusetts program, the College of Engineering will lead an initiative to help West Springfield families reduce home energy costs through drone-based heat assessments and AI-powered retrofitting plans.

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WNE Mechanical Engineering PhD Student Earns Top Honors at Global Research Competition 

June 19, 2025

Nicholas Rivet, a PhD Fellow in Mechanical Engineering at Western New England University, earned third place in the graduate student oral and poster competition at the 188th Meeting of the Acoustical Society of America, held jointly with the 25th International Congress on Acoustics in New Orleans.  

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51 New Citizens. 31 Countries. 20 New Voters. One Unforgettable Day at the School of Law

September 17, 2025

In a ceremony held at the WNE School of Law, 51 individuals from 31 different countries officially became U.S. citizens, taking the Oath of Allegiance before family, friends, and members of the campus community.

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Htut Naing Named First Recipient of Dunn Law Library Award

September 08, 2025

The School of Law is proud to announce Htut Naing, J.D. Candidate 2026, has been named the inaugural recipient of the Donald Dunn Law Library Award, which recognizes students who have developed a strong connection to the Law Library throughout their legal education.

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U.S. News: School of Law Dean Zelda B. Harris Champions Judicial Career Preparation

July 02, 2025

Dean Zelda B. Harris spoke to U.S. News about how law students should prepare themselves if they have an eye towards a judicial career.

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WNE Partners with Springfield International Charter School to Train Nearly 100 Staff in Youth Mental Health First Aid

September 15, 2025

Nearly 100 student support staff at Springfield International Charter School (SICS) participated in Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training facilitated by WNE with the goal to equip Springfield schools with the skills and resources to recognize and respond to mental health challenges among children and adolescents.

From L to R: Dr. Shuhua Bai, Dr. John Pezzuto, Dr. Tianzhi Yang, and Dr. Eun-Jung Park 

WNE Awarded USDA-NIFA $300K Grant to Advance Research for Alzheimer’s Disease 

September 11, 2025

WNE announces it has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to pioneer an innovative nutrition-based nanomedicine approach to Alzheimer’s disease. 

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Grapes as a Superfood: Pezzuto’s Research in the National Spotlight 

August 26, 2025

Dean John Pezzuto, PhD, DSc, features on NPR’s nationally syndicated program The Academic Minute as of August 25 to discuss the science behind the dietary superfood grapes and the importance of understanding their role in human health.

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Man cheers as he becomes a U.S. citizen

51 New Citizens. 31 Countries. 20 New Voters. One Unforgettable Day at the School of Law

September 17, 2025

In a ceremony held at the WNE School of Law, 51 individuals from 31 different countries officially became U.S. citizens, taking the Oath of Allegiance before family, friends, and members of the campus community.

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WNE Celebrates Dr. Anthony S. Caprio’s Lasting Legacy with Delbridge Family Spirit of Philanthropy Award 

September 17, 2025

Dr. Anthony S. Caprio, WNE's fifth president, will be honored with the Delbridge Family Spirit of Philanthropy Award during the University’s annual Leadership Donor Reception on September 24.

Left to right: Interim President Michael Alexander, Mark Parent, Keith Parent, Sandra Parent, Brett Parent, Bruce Parent, Chris Parent, Carolyn Longeran, College of Engineering Dean S. Hossein Cheraghi

Lucien Parent ’62 Posthumously Inducted into Engineering Hall of Fame

September 17, 2025

WNE inducted the late Lucien “Lou” Parent ’62 BSME into the College of Engineering Hall of Fame. Parent, a visionary industrialist and entrepreneur from Holyoke became the 17th member of this prestigious group, recognized for his professional achievements, service to his alma mater, and enduring Golden Bear spirit.

Teacher in orange t-shirt holds papers and listens while standing in middle of classroom.

WNE Partners with Springfield International Charter School to Train Nearly 100 Staff in Youth Mental Health First Aid

September 15, 2025

Nearly 100 student support staff at Springfield International Charter School (SICS) participated in Youth Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training facilitated by WNE with the goal to equip Springfield schools with the skills and resources to recognize and respond to mental health challenges among children and adolescents.

Dean Sharianne Walker poses in front of spiral staircase in Churchill Hall.

WNE Celebrates First Endowed Chair with Investiture of Dean Sharianne Walker 

September 12, 2025

Western New England University marks historic milestone with the investiture of Dr. Sharianne Walker, Dean of the College of Business, as the Janet Johnson Bullard Endowed Chair in Finance—the University’s first endowed chair.

From L to R: Dr. Shuhua Bai, Dr. John Pezzuto, Dr. Tianzhi Yang, and Dr. Eun-Jung Park 

WNE Awarded USDA-NIFA $300K Grant to Advance Research for Alzheimer’s Disease 

September 11, 2025

WNE announces it has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to pioneer an innovative nutrition-based nanomedicine approach to Alzheimer’s disease. 

Award recipient standing to the right of a photo of the award's namesake.

Htut Naing Named First Recipient of Dunn Law Library Award

September 08, 2025

The School of Law is proud to announce Htut Naing, J.D. Candidate 2026, has been named the inaugural recipient of the Donald Dunn Law Library Award, which recognizes students who have developed a strong connection to the Law Library throughout their legal education.

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Performing Arts Camp Brings Together 100+ Students in Music, Theater, Dance, and Cheer

September 04, 2025

More than 100 students participated in the 2025 Performing Arts Camp, an early arrival program designed to connect Golden Bears through music, theater, dance, and performance.

Two panelists look at a third panels in front of a slide at the OFC.

WNE Hosts Open Finance Conference 2025, Connecting Students with Industry Leaders 

September 03, 2025

WNE's FinTech program welcomed leading voices in the financial technology sector to campus for the Open Finance Conference 2025 (OFC ’25). More than 70 people attended the event that brought together industry experts, academic researchers, students, and policymakers to explore how open finance is reshaping the future of financial services. 

Professor Carlson in front of blackboard gesticulating wildly.

Professor Jessica Carlson Recognized for Leadership in Psi Chi

August 27, 2025

Professor of Psychology Dr. Jessica Carlson has been recognized for more than a decade of service as faculty advisor to the University’s chapter of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology.