Ryan Carrie of Springfield, MA (01118) is the recipient of the 2015 Springfield College PRIDE (Proud Recognition of Individuals Dedicated to Excellence) Award for Outstanding Sophomore.

2015 May 11

Ryan Carrie of Springfield, MA (01118) is the recipient of the 2015 Springfield College PRIDE (Proud Recognition of Individuals Dedicated to Excellence) Award for Outstanding Sophomore.

This award recognizes a sophomore who has taken an active leadership role on campus and, through this role, has affected positive change on campus or in the larger community.

As the past-Vice President of Student Organizations and most recently, sworn in as the Student Body President for the 2015-16 academic year, Carrie has done an outstanding job of connecting and communicating with all student clubs and organizations on campus. He displays a tireless dedication to SGA - raising the bar and inspiring a standard of excellence for all.

Carrie is majoring in Youth Development.

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 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.