Archive Edition — Volume 86, No. 3

Summer 2016

In this issue...

Library evolving into 21st century learning commons
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Babson Transformation Brings Learning Commons Concept to Campus

By Abe Loomis
Library evolving into 21st century learning commons
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Brian and Stephanie Easler
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The Global School Gets a Humanics First Couple

By Janice Beetle
When Brian Easler, G’04, was a candidate for head of school at Wilbraham & Monson Academy in 2014, he knew he wanted to impress the board of trustees with his ideas for comprehensive change at the boarding school with a global reputation.
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Karen Cator '80
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Karen Cator ’80

By Abe Loomis
Karen Cator ’80 Fosters Innovation on Education’s Leading Edge
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Improving Experiences of Students of Color
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Improving Experiences of Students of Color

By Doug Scanlon
What became clear from the conversation was less about the importance of numbers and percentages, but rather the College’s ability to show a commitment to diversity.
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Great Seal of the United States of America
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Perspectives on Presidential Politics

By Marty Dobrow
Professor Tom Carty is animated. Looking far younger than his 46 years, the professor of American Studies and history and chair of the Department of Social Sciences, Carty is energized by the topic on the table: the presidential campaign.
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Senator Kennedy addresses commencement
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Springfield College’s Connection to US Presidents and Aspiring Leaders

By Marty Dobrow
t’s not always an easy journey from (or to) the White House from (or to) our house on Alden Street, but there is a precedent for presidents.
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Distinguished Professors Kaufman and Headley
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Distinguished Springfield Professors of Humanics

Meet the Distinguished Springfield Professor of Humanics
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2016 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees
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2016 Athletic Hall of Fame Class Inducted

2016 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees
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Marty Dobrow, left, and Calvin Hill stand by a photo of the late Jackie Robinson.
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The Late Jackie Robinson’s Legacy Lives On Through Alumnus’ Lens

By Marty Dobrow
When Springfield College hosted a pre-screening of Ken Burns’ documentary Jackie Robinson on April 7—four days before the national premiere on PBS—it represented a homecoming of sorts.
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Timothy Shriver, PhD, chairman of the Special Olympics
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College, Special Olympics Share Philosophy

Timothy Shriver, PhD, chairman of the Special Olympics, delivered a special message at the College’s 130th undergraduate commencement address.
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Departments

From the Editor
From the Editor

The 2016 spring semester saw President Mary-Beth Cooper engaged with students, alumni, faculty, staff, family, and friends at a wide variety of events.

President’s Perspective
President’s Perspective

I have hope for our world because, in times of good and in times of trouble, Springfield College folks can usually be counted among the helpers.

In Brief
In Brief

The inaugural Sports and Social Justice Symposium held April 8, 2016, featured Justin Zook ’08, who went on to win three gold medals in swimming at the U.S. Paralymic Games in 2004, 2008, and 2014.

Parade of Classes
Parade of Classes

Jack Proud, G’52, celebrated his 90th birthday on April 17, 2016. Happy birthday, Jack!

In Memoriam
In Memoriam

In Memoriam

Pride Athletics
Pride Athletics

It was a historic season for women’s lacrosse as the Pride won a program record 16 games this season, and advanced to the NCAA Division III Championship Sweet 16 for the first time in its history.