Western New England University is a private university in Springfield, Massachusetts. Academic programs are provided through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Engineering, School of Law, and College of Pharmacy.
In recognition of its master's and doctoral programs, the institution officially changed its name from Western New England College to Western New England University on July 1, 2011. This will mark the return of "university" to the school's name, exactly 60 years after separating from Northeastern University.
The University is a member of the Cooperating Colleges of Greater Springfield and a partner in the Hartford-Springfield Region's Knowledge Corridor Initiative.
Read more about Western New England University: History, Name Change, Campus, Academics, Affiliations, Polling Institute, Student Life
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