Dear Westfield State College Students:

Welcome to Westfield State College for the 2007-2008 academic year.  This year promises to be very exciting at the College.  Many activities have been planned for all students to participate in. 

To begin this eventful year, many activities have been planned for Welcome Week: a hypnotist, bus transportation to Wal-Mart, and comedian Eric O’Shea to name just a few of the exciting programs. 

If your interests include sports, the athletic teams will be competing in football, field hockey, soccer, cross-country and volleyball; everyone is welcome to attend the games and show support for the teams and athletes.  The Athletics department also offers an intramural recreational program with over 30 different sports. 

The College will once again offer the popular Guest Lecture Series, offered free of charge to all attendees, which hosts national and international speakers discussing a variety of topics. 

If you are interested in joining a club, stop in at the Student Government Association and receive information on over 50 clubs at Westfield State.  Students are also encouraged to take advantage of leadership opportunities by contacting Residential Life, Campus Center, Campus Voice and your academic departments.

Most importantly, we hope you will excel in your academic studies at the College.  If you need assistance with these matters, please visit the Academic Achievement Center and Writing Center in Parenzo Hall or ask your professors for assistance. Also, Student Affairs departments are available to assist you with various services. These offices are listed below:

            Athletics – Woodward Center                            x5405
            Campus Center – Ely 131                                  x5648
            Career Services – Lammers  Annex                   x5206
            Counseling Center – Lammers Annex                x5790
            Health Services – Scanlon Annex                       x5415
            Judicial Affairs – Ely 146                                   x5403
            Public Safety – Public Safety Building                x5262
            Residential Life – Scanlon Annex                       x5402

Lastly, I hope you will take this opportunity to develop your occupational pursuits by participating in Career Services programs and practicums/internships offered through your academic department. These endeavors will greatly improve your opportunities for employment upon graduation.

If you have any questions, please feel free to visit me in Ely Building, Room 236.

Sincerely,
Ms. Susan J. LaMontagne
Interim Vice President for Student Affairs