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Expert Insight: Ethan Jiang on Financial Literacy for Students聽

April 01, 2025

Yixiao (Ethan) Jiang, PhD, a WNE professor in finance featured on WalletHub, recently shared insights on credit cards for individuals with excellent credit. His expertise underscores the broader need for young adults to develop responsible financial habits early on.聽

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WNE Law Professor Bridgette Baldwin Provides Insight in High-Profile Criminal Case聽

March 31, 2025

WNE School of Law Professor Bridgette Baldwin recently shared her expertise to the national discourse on criminal justice and forensic evidence. Baldwin was featured in a recent Boston Globe article analyzing the complexities of expert testimony in the high-profile case surrounding the death of Sandra Birchmore.聽

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WNE College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Recognized for Commitment to Health Workforce Well-Being by National Academy of Medicine聽

March 21, 2025

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.

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WNE College of Pharmacy Faculty Earn National Honors for Excellence in Teaching, Research, and Leadership 聽

March 13, 2025

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.

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Announcing the 2025 Teaching Excellence Award Finalists聽

March 06, 2025

麻花视频 University is pleased to announce the eight finalists for the 2025 Teaching Excellence Award. These outstanding educators have demonstrated a commitment to student success, innovation in teaching, and a passion for their disciplines.聽

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WNE Research Finds Grape Consumption Enhances Muscle Health

February 20, 2025

A new study from 麻花视频 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 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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Law Professor Nicole Belbin Honored with 2024 AALS Pro Bono & Access to Justice Award聽

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聽

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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Flying With Kids Frustrating? WNE Professor Jason Seacat Weighs In on the Real Problem

December 16, 2024

Traveling with children can be stressful for everyone involved, but is the chaos really the kids鈥 fault鈥攐r the parents鈥? Dr. Jason Seacat, a psychology professor at 麻花视频 University, offers insights into why some parents may struggle to manage their children鈥檚 behavior during flights.

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WNE鈥檚 Brenda Garton-Sjoberg and Husband Honored for Outstanding Community Service

December 16, 2024

Brenda Garton-Sjoberg, and her husband, John Sjoberg, were celebrated at the Rotary Club of West Springfield鈥檚聽Service Above Self聽luncheon. The couple was recognized for their unwavering dedication to community service and their efforts to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

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Professor Dan Bevacqua Shines in The Paris Review: Celebrating Literary Excellence and Creative Writing Leadership聽

December 13, 2024

Professor of English and Director of the Creative Writing Program Dan Bevacqua discusses publication of his story 鈥淒aughters,鈥 inThe Paris Review, his creative process and his joy working with WNE students.

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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

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College of Business Showcases Big E Attendance Insights Through Student-Led Research

November 18, 2024

Faculty and students from the College of Business presented an impactful analysis of Big E attendance trends to BigE Administration as part of a semester-long project conducted by Business Analytics students in collaboration with the College鈥檚 newly launched Business Data Center.

Headshots of Dr. Debra A. Latour, OTD, MEd, OTR/L, and Dr. Alexis Morin, OT, OTD, MOT, OTR

WNE Celebrates Dr. Debra Latour and Dr. Alexis Morin for Prestigious Occupational Therapy Awards

November 12, 2024

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.

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Wallethub Turns to WNE Finance Professor Ethan Jiang for Expert Tips on Using Credit Cards to Improve Credit Scores

November 12, 2024

Finance Professor Yixiao 鈥淓than鈥 Jiang shared valuable insights for individuals looking to boost their credit scores using credit cards tailored for bad credit.

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School of Law Dean Zelda Harris to Receive AAFPA 鈥淚nspirations Award鈥澛

October 24, 2024

Zelda B. Harris, Dean of 麻花视频 University School of Law, awarded the "Inspirations Award" by the African American Female Professors Award Association (AAFPA).

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WNE Criminal Justice Professor Chidike Okeem Discusses Safety and Crime Reduction in WalletHub Interview

October 22, 2024

WNE Criminal Justice Professor Chidike Okeem Discusses Safety and Crime Reduction in WalletHub Interview

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WNE School of Law's Participatory Democracy Campaign Aims to Boost Voter Engagement

October 22, 2024

WNE School of Law Participatory Democracy campaign focused on educating and empowering locals to exercise their voting rights.

2024 KEEN Rising Star Award winner Dr. Devina Jaiswal working with students in the lab.

Dr. Devina Jaiswal of 麻花视频 University Honored with 2024 KEEN Rising Star Award

October 01, 2024

Dr. Devina Jaiswal of WNE honored with the 2024 KEEN Rising Star Award for pioneering entrepreneurially minded learning initiatives and enhancing engineering education.

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Distinguished Professionals Join WNE Academic Community

August 26, 2024

麻花视频 University welcomes 16 new faculty members for the 2024-2025 academic year. This exceptional cohort includes leading experts in pharmacy and health sciences, engineering, computer science, and psychology, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and novel research to campus.

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WNE College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and College of Engineering Awarded $500,000 Massachusetts Life Sciences Center鈥檚 Workforce Development Grant

August 08, 2024

New interdisciplinary Master鈥檚 in Pharmaceutical Engineering degree supports advanced education and training for careers in biopharmaceutical fields.

Alison Castellano, the 2024 recipient of the WNE Teaching Excellence Award, stands proudly with previous Teaching Excellence Awardees who eagerly pass her the torch of honor! (L to R) Mike Rust (2022), Alison Castellano (2024), Hillary Bucs (2021), and Tim Vercellotti (2023).

Alison Castellano Honored with 2024 Teaching Excellence Award for Dedication and Inspirational Impact

April 30, 2024

Alison Castellano earns WNE's 2024 Teaching Excellence Award for her inspiring dedication, impactful teaching, and profound influence on students.

Dr. Michael Rust

Dr. Mike Rust Elected to Prestigious KEEN Leadership Council

April 29, 2024

Dr. Mike Rust, Director of Experiential & Entrepreneurial Learning at 麻花视频 University, joins the KEEN Leadership Council, furthering the University's mission of fostering entrepreneurial spirit in engineering students.

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College of Arts and Sciences Showcases Faculty-Student Collaboration at Eastern Psychological Association Annual Meeting

April 02, 2024

Dr. Deana Vitrano and undergraduate students from 麻花视频 University present research at the Eastern Psychological Association annual meeting, exploring the intricate links between ADHD, creativity, and cognitive processing, affirming the university's dedication to scholarly inquiry and collaborative learning.