Founded by Horace Mann, the father of American Public Education, Westfield State College has a long and distinguished tradition in teacher preparation. The faculty and staff of the Education Department are committed to inclusive learning communities that promote the welfare of all students. We believe that effective teaching is derived from a profound dedication to the ideals of diversity and academic excellence.

We hope our web pages provide you with the information that you need to make an informed decision about your academic and professional future. If you share our educational vision, we invite you to join us.

If you have questions or comments please call Kathy Tansey in the Education Department main office at 413-572-5315, or email her at ktansey@wsc.ma.edu. 

In addition to the baccalaureate degrees offered through the Education Department, Westfield State College offers a range of other undergraduate and graduate level educator licensure programs leading to beginning or advanced careers in education.  Please contact Linda Plasse, 413-572-5326 , Assistant to the Dean of education with questions about other education programs offered at WSC. For information about post-baccalaureate and graduate licensure programs, please visit the Division of Graduate and Continuing Education pages on this site.

Best wishes,

Cheryl Stanley, Ed.D.
Chairperson