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Dr. Jason Seacat Highlights Ways to Combat Mental Health Stigma Among College Students

February 17, 2025

In an article for the publication University Business, Dr. Jason Seacat shares his insights on reducing mental health stigma among college students.

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First-Year Student Ben Bedford Performs at Carnegie Hall and Qualifies for International Music Program

February 10, 2025

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.

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Alumna Cynthia DiFilippo Elomaa ‘94 Inspires Writers in Children’s Literature Course 

February 10, 2025

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.

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College of Business Hosts Future of Work Week

February 21, 2025

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.

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WNE Finance Students Advance to CFA Research Challenge Finals  

February 10, 2025

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.

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WNE Professor Ethan Jiang Shares Expertise on Car Insurance Trends in Massachusetts

January 23, 2025

College of Business Professor Ethan Jiang provides practical tips and insights on how Massachusetts drivers can make informed financial decisions about car insurance.

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College of Engineering to Host Expanded Engineers Week Celebration

February 17, 2025

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.

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The Robots Are Here! Engineering Hosts Annual Bot Bash

December 10, 2024

The College of Engineering's annual Bot Bash  is a dynamic event that marks the culmination of the semester for students in the Intro to Engineering course. Bot Bash is a celebration of innovation and creativity and is one of Engineering’s hallmark events.

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WNE Celebrates Innovation at 10th Annual Product Innovations Showcase

December 05, 2024

WNE hosted its 10th Annual Product Innovations Showcase at Rivers Memorial Hall. The event highlighted the ingenuity of students from the University's Product Development and Innovation (PDI) course.

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Law Professor Nicole Belbin Honored with 2024 AALS Pro Bono & Access to Justice Award 

January 16, 2025

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.

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WNE School of Law Sees Significant Gains in First-time Bar Exam Pass Rates 

January 09, 2025

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.

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Law Professor Stacey Lantagne Awarded Prestigious IPIL Intellectual Property Scholarship Grant

November 25, 2024

Law Professor Stacey Lantagne selected as the recipient of the 2024 Sponsored Scholarship Grant for the Legal Academy for Intellectual Property & Information Law

Pharmacy and Health Sciences News

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WNE Research Finds Grape Consumption Enhances Muscle Health

February 20, 2025

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.

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WNE and Greenfield Community College Partner to Fast-Track Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

January 06, 2025

WNE and Greenfield Community College announce a new partnership. The Associate to Doctor of Occupational Therapy Transfer Program offers GCC Allied Health students a streamlined route to earning a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy through WNE’s 3+3 dual-degree programs.

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OTD Innovates with New Distance Learning Program

November 14, 2024

OTD Distance Learning Pathway allows students who cannot be here in person full-time to receive an excellent WNE education and gain the skills necessary to become occupational therapists.

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Students around a table talking with a business alumn.

College of Business Hosts Future of Work Week

February 21, 2025

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.

Head shot of researcher John Pezzuto in blue sport coast standing in front of shelves of medicine.

WNE Research Finds Grape Consumption Enhances Muscle Health

February 20, 2025

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.

Five engineering students including one girl pose around a jet engine they designed

College of Engineering to Host Expanded Engineers Week Celebration

February 17, 2025

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.

Head shot of Professor Jason Seacat

Dr. Jason Seacat Highlights Ways to Combat Mental Health Stigma Among College Students

February 17, 2025

In an article for the publication University Business, Dr. Jason Seacat shares his insights on reducing mental health stigma among college students.

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Beyond Numbers: What 11,000+ Applications Reveal About WNE's Value and Vision 

February 14, 2025

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.

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WNE’s Margaret L. Boyle Elected Chair of Springfield Redevelopment Authority

February 13, 2025

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.

Ben Bedford performs on a baby grand piano

First-Year Student Ben Bedford Performs at Carnegie Hall and Qualifies for International Music Program

February 10, 2025

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.

Graphic of the CFA logo.

WNE Finance Students Advance to CFA Research Challenge Finals  

February 10, 2025

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.

Graphic featuring headshot of Cynthia DiFilippo Elomaa and a picture of the cover of her most recent children's book.

Alumna Cynthia DiFilippo Elomaa ‘94 Inspires Writers in Children’s Literature Course 

February 10, 2025

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.

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WNE XR Lab Literally Ready for Anything 

February 06, 2025

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.