American International College

American International College (AIC) held its 140th Commencement Ceremony on May 4, 2025, at the MassMutual Center in Springfield, honoring the graduates in the Class of 2025. Amie Parnes, senior political correspondent for The Hill covering national politics, delivered the Commencement address to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral recipients. In recognition of her distinguished contributions to political journalism and her commitment to fostering public understanding of national affairs through rigorous and insightful reporting, Parnes was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from American International College. Parnes is the co-author, with Jonathan Allen, of three political books published by Crown/Penguin Random House: Lucky: How Joe Biden Barely Won the Presidency; the no. 1 New York Times best seller Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign; and HRC: State Secrets and the Rebirth of Hillary Clinton, also a New York Times best seller. Their most recent book, Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House, was published in April 2025 by Morrow/HarperCollins and became another no. 1 New York Times best seller. AIC extends its congratulations to the Class of 2025 and wishes all graduates continued success in their future endeavors.

American International College (AIC) held its 139th commencement ceremony on May 11 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield, celebrating more than 600 graduates in the Class of 2024. Keynote speaker Michael D. Smith - the CEO of AmeriCorps - regaled graduates, their families, and AIC faculty and staff with stories from his youth, growing up in the McKnight neighborhood of Springfield. Smith spoke of how being part of a community at the Boys and Girls Club of Springfield planted the seeds for his future in which he leads the country's largest public volunteer force. The ceremony saw 216 bachelor's degrees, 279 master's, seventy-two certificates of graduate study, and thirty-six doctorates awarded. The College's Interim President Nicolle Cestero told invited the soon-to-be alumni to maintain close ties with their alma mater. "Return to the College often and stay connected with the community that has shaped you into the remarkable individual you are today. Whatever tomorrow holds for you, remember the lessons you've learned here, the challenges you've overcome, and the dreams that have fueled your aspirations." AIC congratulates the 2024 graduates and wishes them well in their future endeavors!

American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA, has awarded degrees to 364 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students in 2023.

American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA, is proud to announce that 468 students have earned a place on the Dean's List for the spring 2025 semester. These full-time students have attained GPAs ranging from 3.3 to 4.0. AIC applauds the dedication and achievements of these enterprising students.

American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA, is proud to announce that 473 students have earned a place on the Dean's List for the Fall 2024 semester. These full-time students have attained GPAs ranging from 3.3 to 4.0. AIC applauds the dedication and achievements of these enterprising students.

American International College (AIC) in Springfield, MA, is proud to announce that 470 students have earned a place on the Dean's List for the spring 2024 semester. These full-time students have attained GPAs ranging from 3.3 to 4.0. AIC applauds the dedication and achievements of these enterprising students.

Two members of the American International College men's lacrosse team garnered All-American status from USA Lacrosse, as USA Lacrosse Magazine announced its 2025 NCAA Division II honorees on Friday, May 16. Carter Linkletter was named First-Team All-American at long stick midfielder, while Tyler Goode earned Honorable Mention All-American at midfield.

Three members of the American International College baseball team earned 2025 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division II All-East Region honors, the American Baseball Coaches Association announced on Wednesday, May 28. The teams are voted on by members of the American Baseball Coaches Association, and the process is led by the ABCA NCAA Division II All-America & Coach of the Year Committee.

The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association announced its 2025 NCAA Division II All-Region Teams on Friday, May 16. Two members of the American International College baseball team earned All-East Region honors, with Leandro Guevara being named First-Team All-East Region at catcher and Yeudy Ramirez taking Second-Team All-East Region accolades at shortstop. Guevara, selected First-Team All-Northeast-10 as well as to the NE10 All-Defensive Team at catcher, thrilled in his debut season at AIC after transferring from Kentucky Christian University. He hit .338 with seven home runs and 13 doubles, driving in and scoring 33 each while also displaying rare speed for a catcher with six stolen bases on seven tries. Ramirez was named the NE10's Southwest Division Player of the Year and First-Team All-NE10 at shortstop as he led the Yellow Jackets with a .359 average, with eight home runs, six doubles, and two triples. He drove in 40 runs and scored 45 times, and led AIC and the NE10 with a team-record 31 stolen bases in 43 games.

A pair of student-athletes on the American International College baseball team earned 2025 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District honors, the organization announced on Tuesday, June 3. Leandro Guevara and Vaughn O'Leary were the two selections. To qualify, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore academically and athletically, and hold a cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.50 on a four-point scale, and must have appeared in 90 percent or started at least 66 percent of a team's games; pitchers must have pitched 35 or more innings or made at least 17 appearances.

Thirteen members of the American International College ice hockey team garnered 2023-24 Krampade/American Hockey Coaches Association All-American Scholar status for the most recently completed season, the AHCA announced on Monday, July 1. AIC's thirteen selections ties the College for the fourth-most among all NCAA Division I men's ice hockey teams. To earn the distinction, student-athletes must have played in at least 40 percent of their team's games in the 2023-24 season and posted a grade-point average of 3.75 in each of the two semesters. Graduate students Brett Callahan and Logan Jenuwine earned the honors, with Callahan garnering his third accolade with AIC. They are joined by three seniors in Jordan Biro, Julius Janhonen, and Nico Somerville. Somerville also gathered his third honor, while Biro took his second with the Yellow Jackets. Oscar Geschwind and Evan Stella were AIC's two juniors to bring home the award, both for the first time, while sophomores Alexander Malinowski and Josh Barnes each earned their second selection in as many seasons. Rounding out AIC's contingent are rookies Theo Angesved, Peyton Grainer, Alfred Lindberg, and Hunter Longhi, all winning their first laurels in their first season at the NCAA level. First awarded following the 2016-17 season, the AHCA has named eight All-American Scholar teams. In those eight campaigns, the Yellow Jackets have earned 97 All-American Scholar distinctions.

The National Intercollegiate Rugby Association released its selections for the 2023-24 NIRA All-Academic Team on Friday, June 28. Seven members of the American International College women's rugby team were selected. To earn the accolade, student-athletes must have a cumulative grade-point average at or above 3.50. Each student-athlete was instrumental in the success of the program throughout the year as the team reached the 2023 NIRA Division II Championship Tournament in the fall for 15s and took fourth at the 2024 Collegiate Rugby Championship National 7s Tournament.

Three American International College students studying criminal justice have been inducted into Alpha Phi Sigma, Alpha Delta Chapter. This national honor society has stringent eligibility requirements, which these students have met or exceeded. To qualify, students pursuing a bachelor's degree must have completed at least 37.5 percent of the credits required for graduation and must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3. Additionally, students must complete at least four courses in the field of criminal justice with a minimum GPA of 3.2.

Sixteen students have been inducted into the American International College (AIC) Chapter of Alpha Chi for the Spring 2024 semester. Since 1922 Alpha Chi National College Honor Society has distinguished itself as one of the top national honor societies in the nation. Alpha Chi recognizes exceptional student scholars who rank in the top ten percent of the junior or senior class across all academic disciplines.

Alyssa Kelleher of Worcester, Massachusetts, has been inducted into Pi Sigma Alpha - the national political science honor society. Ms. Kelleher graduated from American International College (AIC) in May 2024, with a bachelor of arts in political science. According to the organization, Pi Sigma Alpha hosts chapters on nearly 850 campuses and has inducted more than 300,000 members. Its rolls feature national, state, and local political leaders including one president, three Supreme Court justices, and dozens of members of Congress. Each year those who have achieved academic excellence are inducted and display the same passion for politics and policy.

The following students have been named Resident Advisors for the 2024-2025 academic year at American International College (AIC). AIC applauds these students for their excellence in leadership.

The following students have been named Resident Advisors for the 2023-2024 academic year at American International College (AIC). AIC applauds these students for their excellence in leadership.

American International College (AIC) has recognized fifty students during its 2024 Co-Curricular Leadership and Involvement Awards Ceremony on April 22 in the College's Schwartz Campus Center Auditorium. The Co-Curricular Awards Ceremony shines a light on students who embody AIC's spirit through their leadership, service, dedication as student employees, volunteerism, and other outstanding contributions. AIC congratulates these deserving students for their remarkable achievements.

Over a two-night run of Topdog/Underdog, fifty audience members each night were treated to an exceptional experience. The play was selected by the two sophomore actors - Denzel Chmiel and Khamari Hamblin - who dedicated three hours a day, three times a week to rehearsals. The unique setting, with the audience on stage surrounding the actors, created an intimate atmosphere that enhanced the impact of this remarkable presentation.