 
Convocation, a century-long ritual on college and university campuses, is an important moment in the academic year as it traditionally signals the beginning of the semester.
All are invited to attend.
*Parking will be available in the Commuter Lot.
 
First-Year Convocation
Convocation, a century-long ritual on college and university campuses, is an important moment in the academic year as it traditionally signals the beginning of the semester.
All are invited to attend.
*Parking will be available in the Commuter Lot.
September 24
10—11 a.m.
Campus Green
Featuring: Mayor William Reichelt, '09
A 2009 Westfield State alumnus, William Reichelt was elected mayor of West Springfield in November 2015 at age 29, after serving as its town attorney for two years. He previously was a law clerk and attorney for the town of Agawam. Reichelt is serving his second term as mayor. He holds an A.S. from Holyoke Community College, a B.S. in business administration and management from Westfield State, and an M.B.A. and J.D. from Western New England University and its School of Law, respectively.
 
  