Social Sciences
Friday, May 31
Springfield Native Finds Time to Earn a Bachelor's Degree
Twenty-two years after completing hairdressing school, Springfield native Sheril Cooley ’13 decided to go back to school.
Tuesday, May 21
Senior Enrolls in Doctorate of Psychology Program
The next step for Leanne Price '13 is a big one as she pursues her doctorate.
Thursday, May 9
Berkshire Community College and Elms College Sign Articulation Agreement
Human services graduates from BCC can transfer to Elms College social work programs in Chicopee or Lee, Mass.
Wednesday, May 1
Elms Brings Government to the Classroom
Instead of just reading about the three branches of goverment, students in American Legal Systems heard about it directly from the mayor of the largest city in western Massachusetts.
Tuesday, April 30
First Class of STCC/Elms Students Set to Graduate
Jillian Joyce is part of the first graduating class from the STCC/Elms bachelor's degree completion program.
Monday, January 14
Legal Studies Students Visit Local Courthouses
Students in Professor Caroline Murray's Principles of Litigation class received a rare opportunity to speak to public law professionals.
Tuesday, December 18
Compass Points Way to Career Path
As one of 44 students in the new Compass Program, Jenna had no idea what she wanted to do until she felt a "spark" in one of her courses.
Wednesday, December 5
Lecture Series Brings Social Justice to Campus and Community
The Center for Law and Justice Lecture Series aims to bring speakers to the Western Massachusetts community who have proven their commitment to social justice.
Tuesday, December 4
Student Interns in Juvenile Courts
After developing a passion for working with youth through Big Brothers Big Sisters in high school, Carlos Camacho '14 got his first taste of the law while interning at the Springfield Juvenile Court House.
Monday, August 6
Student Meets Governor at DCF Youth Summit
After 16 years in foster care Juan Quintana found a way to give back while getting the chance to rub elbows with the Massachusetts governor.
Thursday, July 5
Social Work Program Receives Reaffirmation of Accreditation
The accreditation is valid through 2020 and ensures the highest standards of competency for faculty and students.
Friday, May 18
First HCC & Elms Cohort Graduates
Plenty of familial support, hard work, and cupcakes; that's all it took for the first class of graduates to make it through the twenty-month bachelor's degree program.