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    Academics at a Glance

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    Sociology, B.A.

    Degree Programs

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    • Online Degree Completion
    • Accelerated Programs
    • Academic Affairs
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    Non-Degree Programs

    • Certificates (Undergrad & Graduate)
    • Western Massachusetts Writing Project
    • Licensure, Professional Development & CEUs
    • Non-credit Options

    Student Success

    • Academic Support
    • Career Center & Internships
    • Undergraduate Research
  • Admissions

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    Admissions at a Glance

    Westfield is one of a kind, combining big school features with small school advantages

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    Undergraduate

    • First-Year
    • Transfers
    • International Students
    • First Generation College Students
    • Students with Learning Disabilities
    • Visit Campus

    Graduate

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    • Teaching Licensure
    • Open House Events

    Lifelong Learning & Special Programs

    • Certificates (Undergrad & Graduate)
    • Online Degree Completion
    • Dual Enrollment & Early College Programs
    • Veterans
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    Cost & Aid at a Glance

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    Student Life at a Glance

    With 60% of full-time undergrad students living on campus, there’s always something happening at Westfield

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    Campus Life

    • Residential Life
    • New Student Orientation
    • Safety & Security
    • Tickets for Upcoming Events
    • Office of the Dean of Students
    • STAT: Student Threat Assessment Team

    Health & Wellness

    • Athletics
    • Counseling Center
    • Health Services
    • Dining Options
    • Fitness Centers

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  • About

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    About Westfield University

    Westfield State University’s 256 acre campus lies just west of Springfield in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts, surrounded by mountain views and tree-lined streets.

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    Basics

    • Location
    • Campus Map & Directions
    • Student Body Profile
    • NECHE Accreditation
    • Student Bill of Rights

    Who We Are

    • Mission, Vision, and Values
    • President & Leadership
    • Strategic Plan
    • Commitment to Inclusion & Equity
    • Civic Engagement
    • History

    News & Notable

    • Why Westfield State?
    • Rankings, Awards & Distinctions
    • News
    • Events
  • Info For:

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    Prospective Students

    We have high-quality academics and a gorgeous campus—and we have accessible faculty, providing personal attention.

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NEWS

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  • A crowd full of people sit in front of a presentation titled: The Voice of Resilience. One of the presenters stands in front of a podium and addresses the crowd.
    Westfield State Hosts ‘A Conversation with Values Practitioners’
    Oct 20, 2023
  • Kaylay Hevey, a newsanchor with long, brown hair, a red shirt, and black pants, stands in front of a bicycle and purple backdrop as she stands next toDon Podolski, Director of Education, and Paul Cacolice, a board member for the Great River Ride.
    Dr. Paul Cacolice Appears on MassAppeal for Great River Ride Event
    https://www.wwlp.com/video/mass-appeal-cycling-enthusiasts-get-ready-for-the-gr…
    Oct 11, 2023
  • A photo of the campus' silver globe, shot in front of University Hall in the background.
    Westfield State University to Host Job Fair
    Oct 11, 2023
  • A blue bulletin board with "The Geography, Planning, and Sustainability Department" written across it. White posters and pieces of paper decorate the bulletin board, which rests against white, tiled walls.
    Geography, Planning, and Sustainability Department Expands Concentrations
    Oct 11, 2023
  • Representatives of Wesfield State wearing navy blue t-shirts and holding Westfield State University banners, as well as the Puerto Rican flag.
    Westfield State Celebrates Puerto Rican Parade
    Oct 4, 2023
  • A rainbow sidewalk on campus, with four education majors mirroring the famous Beatles' album cover depicting the same.
    Scavenger Hunt Introduces Education Majors to Renovated Parenzo Hall
    Oct 4, 2023
  • A photo of the Savignano Auditorium in Wilson Hall, with people sitting in the blue-cushioned seats. They watch a panel of guest-speakers discuss clean energy in front of them.
    Westfield State Hosts Clean Energy Incentives For All Forum
    Oct 4, 2023
  • Matt Dellea, Jack Guindon, and Joshua Hattrick cutting a blue ribbon in front of the new commuter lounge.
    Commuter Lounge Opens in Wilson Hall
    Sep 27, 2023
  • Students gather around a white table with pink and yellow pieces of paper on it. Dr. Moore, in a red and black shirt, crouches next to them.
    Dr. Alexander Moore Explains How Math Can Tap Into Your Intuition
    Sep 27, 2023
  • A photo of the campus globe, silver, with a tree with red, small leaves draping near it.
    Director of the Banacos Center, Sarah Lazare, on Accessibility and Awareness
    Sep 27, 2023
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