Shioma Obemeata of New Rochelle, NY is the recipient of the 2018 Springfield College Award for Outstanding Graduate Student.

2018 Apr 26

Shioma Obemeata of New Rochelle, NY is the recipient of the 2018 Springfield College Award for Outstanding Graduate Student.

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

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 Stepping Up Day 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 top 25 in the 2018 edition of "Best Colleges" in the top tier of "Best Regional Universities - North Region" by U.S.News. In addition, the College is ranked one of the top 17 in the North Region of the U.S.News Best Values report. It is also designated as a College of Distinction and a premier Leadership Development Center by the YMCA of the USA. Nearly 5,000 traditional, nontraditional and international students study at its main campus in Springfield, Mass., and at its School of Professional and Continuing Studies across the country.