Erin Womboldt of Falmouth, MA (02540) is the recipient of the 2015 Springfield College Body Award.

2015 May 12

Erin Womboldt of Falmouth, MA (02540) is the recipient of the 2015 Springfield College Body Award.

This award is presented to a student who, while at Springfield College, has made an extraordinary contribution to improving the health and physical well-being of individuals at the College or in the surrounding community through cocurricular and extracurricular efforts. The recipient demonstrates the valuable impact that individuals can make in changing the places, organizations, and systems that touch the lives of people, whether at work or at play, and exemplifies the College's commitment to overall wellness and constructive, cooperative community engagement.

Womboldt has taken a passion and made a life of promoting wellness and inclusivity on campus, whether it is through her athletic career or her work as a Peer Educator in the PAWS program. She has expanded her horizons of diversity through The Vagina Monologues, Residence Life and as a member of the Fit 2 Lead, Living Learning Community for three years.

The Springfield College Division of Student Affairs recognizes student leaders for their significant contributions to Springfield College and/or the city of Springfield at the annual PRIDE (Proud Recognition of Individuals Dedicated to Excellence) Awards Ceremony each year.

Founded in 1885, Springfield College is known worldwide for the guiding principles of its humanics philosophy--educating students in spirit, mind and body for leadership in service to others. With its foundation of academic excellence and rich athletic heritage, Springfield College prepares students with real-world leadership skills for careers that transform lives and communities. The college offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the fields of health sciences, human and social services, sport management and movement studies, education, business, and the arts and sciences. It also offers doctoral programs in physical education, physical therapy, and counseling psychology. The college is ranked in the 2015 edition of "Best Colleges" in the top tier of "Best Regional Universities - North Region" by U.S.News and World Report, and is designated as a premier Leadership Development Center by the YMCA of the USA. More than 5,000 traditional, nontraditional and international students study at its main campus in Springfield, Mass., and at its School of Human Services campuses across the country.