Springfield College Recognizes 2014 Graduates

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.