The College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences hosted its annual Young Alumni Awards to honor six graduates whose early career achievements are making a lasting impact in the field of pharmacy.
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.
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.
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.
Labrie partnered with the Cancer House of Hope in West Springfield to provide occupational therapy services to help members regain essential skills for daily living and to cope with the emotional toll of cancer.
Pharmacy faculty demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship, and innovation at the 2025 American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting held in Chicago this July.
Erin Murray, OTD-PP, is working with students and colleagues to challenge outdated narratives around disability and promote more accurate, empowering representations. Murray is urging Massachusetts to update its use of the International Symbol of Access and adopt the more modern, inclusive “Accessible Icon” in public signage.
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.
WNE pharmacy student Veronika Hicks presents research at prestigious ISPOR 2025 conference in Montreal.
Students and faculty from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences took part in the annual Keep Springfield Beautiful Cleanup Day, a citywide initiative that supports SCAN (Springfield Conservation and Nature Stewardship).
The WNE College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has been recognized as a National Academy of Medicine Change Maker Organization, highlighting its dedication to advancing health workforce well-being.
Three WNE faculty members from the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences have been recognized with distinguished awards and honors for their excellence in education, research, and service.
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.
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.
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.
Dr. Debra A. Latour, OTD, MEd, OTR/L, and Dr. Alexis Morin, OT, OTD, MOT, OTR, have been awarded national and state honors for their exceptional contributions to the field of occupational therapy.
Pharmacy preceptors convene to engage in professional development to create impactful training and experiences for pharmacy students
Western New England University is moving forward with a pledge to academically support pharmacy and occupational therapy graduates beyond graduation as they prepare for the national board certifications at no additional cost to the students.
New interdisciplinary Master’s in Pharmaceutical Engineering degree supports advanced education and training for careers in biopharmaceutical fields.
Western New England University's Occupational Therapy Department deepens collaboration with John J. Duggan Academy, offering internships for experiential learning, academic growth, and mentorship in healthcare.
The "BEary Calm Bags" project, a collaboration between Western New England University Department of Occupational Therapy and the West Springfield Fire Department, aims to improve emergency response experiences for individuals with sensory sensitivities, disabilities, and communication barriers.
At Western New England University, Pharmacy, OT, PA, and Nursing students engage in an Interprofessional Healthcare Simulation Day, honing collaborative skills vital for effective patient care in today's complex healthcare landscape.
U.S. News & World Report ranks Western New England University's Occupational Therapy program among the BEST Graduate Schools, affirming its dedication to quality education and outstanding student outcomes.
Western New England University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences unveils a new six-year PharmD Distance Pathway - Extended Program for aspiring pharmacists seeking flexible academic timelines.
Western New England University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences launches Master of Science in Medical Sciences program, catering to domestic and international graduates seeking advanced healthcare careers in the U.S.
