Event Calendar

Graduate Spring Open House
2026-04-08 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Flynn Campus Union
Thank you for your interest in coming to campus! Please complete the form to register. We’ll be in touch with event details soon. If you have questions prior to hearing from us, please email graduate@springfield.edu or call (413) 748-3225.

Master's Degrees in Social Work Information Session
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00
Thank you for your interest in Springfield College – we look forward to hosting you for a virtual information session! Please complete the form below to register. We’ll be in touch with event details soon. If you have questions prior to hearing from us, please email graduate@springfield.edu.

Flourishing Across the Lifespan: A Symposium on Positive Aging
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Brown Cooper Health Sciences Center, Rooms 117 and 118
Springfield College students, faculty, staff, and community partners are invited to a symposium on advancing positive aging through education, research, and action, on and off campus.
The event will open with a keynote address by Joann M. Montepare, PhD, professor emerita at Lasell University and contributor to the Age-Friendly University (AFU) initiative, followed by a dynamic panel discussion featuring Springfield College faculty and engaging small-group breakout sessions.
Throughout the symposium, participants will explore thought-provoking topics such as redefining what it means to grow older, challenging and reshaping ageist assumptions, and shifting the narrative from deficit-based views of aging to strength-based perspectives. Conversations will also highlight the vital roles of psychological and physical well-being, lifelong curiosity, and a strong sense of purpose in shaping vibrant, meaningful lives at every stage.
Springfield College Faculty Panelists:
Allie Capo Burdick, Program Director of Athletic Counseling, Assistant Professor of Counseling
Pamela S. Higgins, Interim Chair of the Public Health and Health Professions Department, Professor of Health Sciences
Rebecca Lartigue, Honors Program Director, Professor of English
Elizabeth O’Neill, Chair of the Department of Exercise Science, Director of Pre-Med/Pre-Health Scholars, and Professor of Exercise Science
This event, sponsored by the Division of Academic Affairs, is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.
While registration is not required, we encourage you to let us know by April 2 if you plan to attend by filling out the registration form.
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If you prefer, you are also welcome to simply join us on the day of the event.
Questions?
Contact Amy Halpern at ahalpern@springfield.edu or (413) 748-3959. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to attend this event, please contact Halpern at least two weeks in advance of the event date to discuss your accessibility needs.

The 11th Annual Tom Waddell Symposium for Sports and Values at Springfield College
2026-04-10 13:30 - 14:30 | Cleveland E. and Phyllis B. Dodge Room, Flynn Campus Union, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109, United States
It’s No Joke
How athletes and teams need to support each other to build community

Springfield College alumnus and former U.S. Olympian Tom Waddell ’59 was a champion of inclusion. He believed that sports—for all its inherently competitive nature—could be a unifying force. Indeed, he lived his brief life with a conviction that sports could, and should, help to build community.
Of course, it doesn’t always work that way. Oftentimes, sports serve as a wedge, rather than as a bridge. Even at moments of triumph, such as the recent gold medal victories by the U.S. women’s and men’s hockey teams in Italy, we have seen where the sports culture can be used to divide, rather than to unite.
At Springfield College, competitive athletics are part of who we are—but through our Humanics philosophy, we strive to make sport a powerful driver of connection and community. This year’s symposium brings that vision to life, featuring a dynamic conversation with Women’s Basketball Head Coach Naomi Graves and Men’s Basketball Head Coach Mike McClendon. Also, student-athletes from both teams will share how they are building a culture of mutual support. The event will also spotlight innovative efforts across the Department of Athletics that are strengthening community and redefining what it means to compete—together.
At the conclusion of the program, one current Springfield College student-athlete will be recognized as the recipient of the Tom Waddell Leveling the Playing Field Award, given annually to someone whose off-the-field commitments have helped build a more just society.
This event, presented by the Division of Campus Life and Community Engagement and the Department of Athletics, is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.
For more information, please contact the Division of Campus Life and Community Engagement at campuslife@springfield.edu or (413) 748-3101.
Supported by the Dr. Tom Waddell ’59 Fund.
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Miles for Wall Key West
2026-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Rams Head Southernmost, 804 Whitehead St., Key West, FL, United States
Retired faculty members Bob Accorsi, G’80, Kevin McAllister, and Director of East Campus and Outdoor Programs Ben Taylor ’99, G’15, will begin the “Miles for Wall, Futures for All” bike ride on April 2 in Jacksonville, Fla. The ride will raise funds for the Dr. Kenneth A. Wall, G’73, DPE ’75, International Travel Award, which was established on the occasion of Wall’s retirement in 2019. Wall’s retirement celebrated more than 40 years of teaching, coaching, and scholarship at Springfield College.
“Miles for Wall, Futures for All” honors Wall with a ride through Florida, which he planned before his passing. The year’s trip marks the 15th overall tour the group has been part of and spans from Jacksonville to Key West.
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Accepted Student Open House
2026-04-12 09:00 - 10:00
Congratulations on your acceptance to Springfield College!
We are looking forward to hosting you for the BEST VISIT EVER on Sunday, April 12th. You will have the opportunity to spend time with other accepted students in your major of interest and learn more about student life, the campus culture, and academics by interacting throughout the day with current students, faculty and staff.
Please complete this form to register for the event. Once you register, you will be sent a confirmation email and event details will be sent to you as we get closer to the event date.

Philosophy and Religion Spring Forum
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Harold C. Smith Presentation Room, Stitzer Welcome Center at Judd Gymnasia
The Windy City in the Vatican: What Happens When the Holy Father is a White Sox Fan
Presented by Tim Dulle Jr., PhD
Executive Director of The Jesuit Center at the University of Scranton
For centuries, the idea of an American Pope was considered a “dark horse” fantasy—a geopolitical impossibility. That changed on May 8, 2025, when Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago stepped onto the balcony as Pope Leo XIV.
Join Tim Dulle for a look at the “All-American Pope” that skips the dry hagiography and gets straight to the South Side roots. We’ll explore how a kid from Dolton, Ill., went from teaching math at St. Rita High School to leader of 1.4 billion Catholics. Dulle will discuss how his choice of the name “Leo” is actually a radical nod to labor rights and the “Industrial Revolution” of AI. Whether you’re interested in global politics, the future of the church, or just want to know if the Vatican cafeteria is now serving Aurelio’s Pizza, this talk will break down why having a Chicagoan in the Chair of Peter is the ultimate “local boy makes good” story.
This event is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to participate in these events, please contact Wendy Franz at least two weeks before the event at wfranz@springfield.edu or (413) 748-3646, to discuss your accessibility needs.

Athletic Operation and Execution: What Goes on Behind the Scenes
2026-04-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Cleveland E. and Phyllis B. Dodge Room, Flynn Campus Union, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109, United States
This event features invited speakers with expertise in athletic operations who will present in a moderated panel and small breakout session format. During the moderated panel discussion, guest speakers will share their professional insights and career trajectory on athletic operation and execution within their unique professional roles. Program panelists have diverse contextual backgrounds in athletics (e.g., high school, collegiate, professional) to offer practical, meaningful advice. Topics range from everyday game planning and logistics to the preparation and execution of national championships. Following the moderated panel, attendees will be able to connect with each invited speaker in a more close-knit group to build their knowledge and skills for future application.
Panelists:
Jim Kelley ’13
Director of Athletic Operations at Springfield College
Bardee Sadlier
Senior Associate Director of Athletics for Facilities, Department of Athletics and Physical Education at Mount Holyoke College
Erica Lemm
Assistant Athletic Director for Sport Administration, Athletics Department, at the University of Massachusetts
Patrick Watson ’21, G’23
Senior Manager of Lacrosse Operations & Experience for the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and Team Operations Administrator for the USA Men’s National Field Lacrosse Team
Launched in spring 2011, the Athletic Leadership Series is presented by the Athletic Leadership Master’s Program.
For more information, contact Kathy Mangano, interim director of the Athletic Leadership master’s program, at kmangano@springfield.edu.

Graduating Undergraduate Student Art Exhibition Opening Reception
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:30 | William Blizard Gallery, Second Floor, Blake Hall, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109
Please join us for the Opening Reception of the Graduating Undergraduate Student Art Exhibition. This exhibit will showcase the work of graduating seniors in the Department of Visual and Performing Arts. Works and presentations will include a wide range of creative materials, from drawing, painting, and sculpture to digital and experimental formats.
Senior Artists: Jewel Hunter, Ayana Lewis, Hannah McCarthy, Joanna Medeiros, Mackenzie Miller, Ian Roman-Hernandez, and Nhu Truong.
Artwork: “The Cycle of Clementines” painting by Amanda Simpson ’25

HireDMV Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
2026-04-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, 7801 Alumni Drive, College Park, MD, United States
This career fair features leading employers who are actively hiring for full-time salaried positions. This is a free event and open to alumni of all experience levels, from soon-to-be and recent graduates to seasoned professionals. Meet hiring managers and recruiters from top companies across all industries. All majors, all degrees, all industries, all career levels – everyone is welcome. Positions available range from entry-level through senior management.
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Annual Humanics Lecture
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Appleton Auditorium, Fuller Arts Center, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109
The Office of Academic Affairs and Rebecca Powell Lartigue, 2025-26 Distinguished Springfield Professor of Humanics, cordially invite you to attend the Annual Humanics Lecture: “Cultivate Curiosity, Spirit Mind Body”
The lecture will be followed by the introduction of the 2026-27 Distinguished Springfield Professor of Humanics.
If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to fully participate in this event, please contact Amy Halpern as soon as possible at ahalpern@springfield.edu to discuss your accessibility needs.

Sport and Exercise Psychology (Online) Information Session
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:00
Thank you for your interest in Springfield College – we look forward to hosting you for a virtual information session! Please complete the form to register. We’ll be in touch with event details soon. If you have questions prior to hearing from us, please email graduate@springfield.edu.

Athletic Counseling Information Session
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00

HireNewYork Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
2026-04-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street, NY, NY, Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street, New York, NY, United States

Financial Aid Information Session
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00

Master's of Education Information Session
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:00

Spring Dance Concert
2026-04-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-26 15:00 - 16:30 | Appleton Auditorium, Fuller Arts Center, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109
The spring dance concert will feature new dance works by student choreographers in a wide variety of styles. Don’t miss this exciting event!
This event is open to the Springfield College community and the public.
Tickets: General admission: $10, students: $5, senior citizens and children: $3

Tips and Pointers for Applying to Graduate School
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00

Annual Spring Music Concert
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Marsh Memorial Chapel
Featuring the Springfield College Community Chorus and the Springfield College Band
The Annual Spring Concert will feature the music of the Springfield College Community Chorus and the Springfield College Band, along with selections from students involved in music studios across campus. Welcome the warmth of spring with some music that’s sure to get you moving in your seats!
This event is free and open to the Springfield College community and the public.

Counseling Psychology Virtual Information Session
2026-04-29 12:00 - 13:00

Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling Majors Art Exhibition Opening Reception
2026-05-05 16:00 - 17:30 | William Blizard Gallery, Second Floor, Blake Hall, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109
Please join us for the opening reception of the Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling Majors Art Exhibition. Graduating students of the Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling program will present their artwork in this final exhibition with art mediums ranging from printmaking, painting, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture.
Artwork: “The Way of Being” mixed media sculpture by Tien Le, G’24

HirePhiladelphia Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
2026-05-13 11:00 - 14:00 | The Arts Ballroom, 1324 Locust St, Philadelphia, 19107, United States

Graduate Student Commencement
2026-05-16 09:30 - 13:00 | Field House, Wellness & Recreation Complex
Student assembly for Commencement begins at 8:00 AM in Dana Gymnasium, Physical Education Complex

Length of ceremony: 1.5 hours, beginning promptly at 9:30 AM
Entrance tickets are not required for family and friends

All graduate students participating in commencement must arrive at Dana Gymnasium, Physical Education Complex between 8:00 and 8:30 AM. Graduates are required to be present in Dana Gymnasium no later than 8:30 AM to ensure the marching and seating order.
More information on Springfield.edu

Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling Majors Art Exhibition Closing Reception
2026-05-16 12:00 - 14:00 | William Blizard Gallery, Second Floor, Blake Hall, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA, 01109
Please join us for the closing reception of the Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling Majors Art Exhibition. Graduating students of the Graduate Art Therapy/Counseling program will present their artwork in this final exhibition with art mediums ranging from printmaking, painting, drawing, mixed media, and sculpture.
Artwork: “The Way of Being” mixed media sculpture by Tien Le, G’24

Baccalaureate
2026-05-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Field House, Wellness & Recreation Complex
Student assembly for Baccalaureate begins at 1:15 PM in Dana Gymnasium, Physical Education Complex.

Entrance tickets are not required for family and friends.
Length of Baccalaureate: Approximately 1 hour
More information on Springfield.edu

Undergraduate Commencement
2026-05-17 09:30 - 13:00 | MassMutual Center, 1277 Main Street, Springfield, MA, 01103, United States
Student assembly begins at 8:00 AM in the Exhibition Hall at the MassMutual Center. Students enter through the convention center main entrance at the corner of Main Street and Bruce Landon Way. Length of ceremony is approximately 2.5 hours, beginning promptly at 9:30 AM.

Family and Friends: Tickets are not required for this event
More information on Springfield.edu

HireOklahoma Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
2026-05-19 11:00 - 14:00 | National Cowboys & Western Heritage Museum, 1700 NE 63rd St., Oklahoma City, OK, United States

Occupational Therapy (Master's and OTD) In Person Information Session
2026-05-31 11:00 - 12:00
