Volume 1, Issue 7 • March 24, 2022
This newsletter is published by the Division of Student Affairs as a communication tool for our parents and families to stay informed.
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Vice President for Student Affairs Slandie Dieujuste (standing, first row center) with members of the Muslim Student Association during a recent “Ask A Muslim” event on campus. The event was one of many events the College held throughout the month of February for students and the greater campus community. |
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Greetings from the Vice President for Student Affairs
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Dear Parents and Families:
Spring is here and we are excited as we edge closer to the end of the academic year. I am incredibly proud of our students as they continue to seize every opportunity to be engaged and live out their Humanics philosophy. I also am incredibly proud of our faculty and staff who work tirelessly to provide an engaged learning environment for our students to thrive.
We will continue to partner with you as we head towards the finish line.
Sincerely,
Slandie Dieujuste, PhD
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Sarah Bannon, a senior occupational therapy major, while studying abroad on the Gold Coast of Australia during Spring 2020
Study Abroad
Imagine your student studying abroad for the same cost as a semester on campus. With the Springfield College Study Abroad Program, students can choose from programs in more than 30 countries across six continents, pay tuition to the College, and apply their financial aid. These global experiences enable students to fulfill academic requirements while learning about different cultures, gaining intercultural and language skills, developing new perspectives, and deepening their understanding of themselves and their abilities. Students who study abroad develop greater self-confidence, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in diverse environments.
The International Center staff advises students to start planning a semester abroad as early as their first year, selecting study abroad as their themed exploration. They can get started by visiting Springfield College Study Abroad or attending the Study Abroad Fair on Monday, March 28, Noon-1:30 p.m. in the Flynn Campus Union Cafe area. The deadline to apply for summer 2022 or fall 2022 programs is April 1 and the deadline for spring 2023 is October 1. For questions about program options, requirements, or scholarships, contact studyabroad@springfield.edu. Start exploring the global opportunities available at Springfield College today!
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If your undergraduate student needs to stay on campus during any part of the summer for classes or on-campus employment, housing will be available in the Senior Suites and will cost $200 per week. Starting on Friday, March 25, students can submit their Summer 2022 Housing Application via their PrideNET account (under “Access My Housing”).
The priority deadline for undergraduate summer housing is Monday, May 6, 2022, but applications will be accepted on a rolling basis after this date. Assignments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows. This same process and timeline apply to any seniors who will be continuing at Springfield College for an advanced degree and planning to live on campus in graduate housing for the fall.
If your student still has questions or finds themself in a unique situation, encourage them to reach out to us (413) 748-3104 or email reslife@springfield.edu.
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The Road Back to Activities
Staff from the Office of Student Activities recently hosted a leadership conference on campus called Leadership Lock-in, themed, “The Road Back to Me.” The pandemic has caused many students to pause and re-evaluate what they have lost during this time. The conference looked at ways to regain and refocus on the things they want to get back and how they can begin to move forward towards their goals.
Speaking of the need to get things back…the weather is getting warmer and that means some of our more beloved traditions are just around the corner. Events include Stepping Up Day, Sti-Yu-Ka, the Spring Concert, Student Government Association Club/Organization Leadership Awards Ceremony, Vagina Monologues, PeachFest, Springfield College Dance Marathon Celebration, SC Dancers Show, and many more. Please encourage your students to join in on the fun and learning. They can find these and other activities on our programming calendar and our athletic calendar.
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Black History Month
For Black History Month, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hosted several events for students and the wider campus community. These included a lunch catered by a local Black-owned restaurant, A Taste of Soul Food, and a talk by Vice President for Student Affairs Slandie Dieujuste, PhD, about the Haitian diaspora and the complexities of thriving between cultures. The DEI also hosted a presentation by Rev. Terrlyn Curry Avery, PhD, titled, “The Black Church: Friend or Foe to the Community?” this past month, as well as a talk by Sekou Franklin, PhD, called, “The World Beyond the Campus: Black Youth Activism and the Reconstruction of America.”
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COVID Updates
The College is continuing with our free optional COVID testing for all students and employees for the spring semester. While testing provides a “snapshot” in time, we hope this information helps students feel more confident they are doing all they can to protect their family, friends, and campus community. All testing will take place in our testing center (239 Wilbraham Ave.).
- Mondays: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Wednesdays: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Thursdays: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Results should be available 24-36 hours following the test. As a reminder, if your student is feeling ill, please encourage them to not go to class and engage in activities. Have them consult the Health Center staff or their primary care provider.
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A few weeks ago, we became aware of the Stanford University women's soccer goalie, Katie Meyer, who died by suicide. From all indications, there were very few signs she was struggling with her mental health when her parents spoke to her just hours before her death. It is scary when you know what is happening with your student and terrifying when you don’t know what is going on with them.
Here are steps that can be taken that might be able to help someone who is struggling with suicidal thoughts, even if we don't know about it.
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We’re excited to share with you the wonderful work that students and staff within the Division of Student Affairs are doing. |
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The Springfield College Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Awards recognize students, staff, faculty, and community members who have worked to create a more inclusive space at the institution and/or within the city of Springfield at large. The awards are underwritten by New Valley Bank & Trust. The Springfield College Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award recognizing a student went to junior Paris Lizana (above, left) and the award recognizing a staff member went to Director of Spiritual Life David McMahon (above, right).
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About the Division of Student Affairs
The Division of Student Affairs aims to foster an engaging and inclusive co-curricular learning environment where students grow as leaders while exploring, understanding, and living the Humanics philosophy. The Division is comprised of the following offices and programs: Spiritual Life, Community Standards, Alcohol and Other Drug Education, Dean of Students, Undergraduate Student Orientation Programs, Career Center, Counseling Center, Housing and Residence Life, Student Activities and Campus Union, Campus Recreation, Center for Service and Leadership, Veterans and Military Services Center, and the Health Center.
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