SPRINGFIELD, MA (06/06/2014)(readMedia)– Springfield College Recognizes 2014 Graduates
Hayden Riley of Pawcatuck
Alexandra Barber of Norwich
Matthew Gilman of Salem
Melissa Larsen of Amston
Jacob Bocian of Old Lyme
Sydney Streimer of Mystic
Jennifer Thomas of Waterford
Alexandria Lewis-Collins of Norwich
Samantha Cannon of Essex
Justine Podurgiel of Quaker Hill
Lacy Johnson of Noank
Michelle Lukaszewicz of Salem
Brian Chalmers of Colchester
Springfield College recently held its commencement weekend where 600 master’s degrees, five certificates of advanced graduate study, nine doctor of philosophy degrees, and 30 doctoral of physical therapy degrees were awarded at the graduate commencement ceremony. At the undergraduate commencement, 944 bachelor’s degrees were awarded for a two-day total of 1588 degrees.
Founded in 1885, Springfield College is known worldwide for the guiding principles of its Humanics philosophy-educating students in spirit, mind and body for leadership in service to others. With its foundation of academic excellence and rich athletic heritage, Springfield College prepares students with real-world leadership skills for careers that transform lives and communities. The college offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of health sciences, human and social services, sport management and movement studies, education, business, and the arts and sciences. It also offers doctoral programs in physical education, physical therapy, and counseling psychology. The college is ranked in the 2014 edition of “Best Colleges” in the top tier of “Best Regional Universities – North Region” by U.S.News Media Group, and is designated as a premier Leadership Development Center by the YMCA of the USA. More than 5,000 traditional, nontraditional and international students study at its main campus in Springfield, Mass., and at its School of Human Services campuses across the country.