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Success and Impact
We proudly celebrate the diverse paths, accomplishments, and contributions our remarkable graduates have made in their fields and communities.
Kristine Daniels '93
Selected for national arts education program.
Westfield State Alum Kristine Daniels '93, who currently works at Albert F. Ford Middle School in Acushnet, has been selected, along with one of her coworkers, to join a national network aimed at strengthening arts education nationwide.
Mark Smith, '13, M'07
Named Lenox Police Chief
Westfield State alum, Mark Smith, who graduated from Westfield State in 2013 with his Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice, followed by his Master's in Criminal Justice, has recently been appointed as the police chief for the town of Lenox, MA.
Dr. Jillian McNiff Villemaire, '02
Sport Management Award Recipient
Westfield State Alumni Dr Jillian McNiff Villemaire, '02, has been awarded the North American Society for Sport Management Educator for the year 2025, an award that is presented to those who excel in contributing to teaching, researching, and leadership in sports management.
José López-Figueroa, '09, M'14
Director, Springfield Technical CC
José López-Figueroa, who graduated from Westfield State in ’09 and ’14, is currently serving as the director of the Center for Access Services (CAS) at Springfield Technical Community College (STCC). The CAS program has proven to be a vital part of the STCC community, with many students relying on it as they pursue their college education. STCC and José both connect with local high schools through a pathway involving STCC 1, 2, 1, 2, 3, helping first-generation students engage with STCC and overcome common challenges in applying to college, from testing to financial aid.
Bob Culkeen '95
Elected to PBS Director Board
The Public Broadcasting station, known as PBS, has elected Westfield State Alum Bob Culkeen '95 to serve on the professional director board. Culkeen was one of two people chosen to fill a vacancy on the Professional director board, and his resume sure backs up why. Culkeen, who graduated from Westfield State in '95, holds an M.Ed. and currently works as the President and CEO of WTCI, Greater Chattanooga Public Television Station (TN), even having held a position in TV at Westfield State, where he served as Assistant Director of Video Service and Distance Learning.
Mary Mazza '97
Appointed VP of HR, AIC
Mazza graduated from Westfield State with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a minor in Communications. She has an extensive career in Human Resources, including 17 years as the Human Resources Director for HealthSouth, now known as Encompass Health, an Alabama-based company with branches in New England. Now, she has officially been appointed as the vice president of HR at American International College, overseeing all HR operations at AIC and working to enhance the workplace and employee experiences!
Matthew Kosiorek '08
Featured in "Forty Under Forty"
Westfield State alum Matthew Kosiorek, '08, was featured on Berkshire Community College's "Forty Under Forty" list and is celebrated for his work with the College Internship Program (CIP). The forty under forty list, created by Berkshire College, that highlights people in the Berkshires who are making a difference in the community, and this year, alums Kosiorek found himself on the list for his work as Director of the College Internship Program.
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Leon Henry ‘16
Appointed Director of Social Services
"I want to help children and families break down barriers to create opportunities for people so they can lead progressive lives they can be proud of. I will always meet people where they are and be creative when it comes to problem-solving. When you stay curious, anything is possible."
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