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William James College Names Fitchburg Schools Superintendent Andre Ravenelle Executive Director of Teachers21

Newton, MA – Andre Ravenelle, superintendent of Fitchburg Public Schools, has been named the new Executive Director of Teachers21, a William James College organization that offers customized professional development for academic leaders.

Ravenelle, ex-Fitchburg schools superintendent, takes job with Teachers21

Read more about Andre’s new role and what it means for Teachers21 and William James College in the Sentinel & Enterprise

Addressing mental health issues critical to boosting academic success

This article from Education Dive details how William James College and Teachers21 are working to implement built-in mental health treatment in schools from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Agreement allows internships in Institute of Neurosciences

During President Nick Covino's trip to Ecuador, a partnership was signed with La Junta de Beneficencia de Guayaquil. They manage four major hospitals, including El Instituto de Neurociencias

JP’s Husband & Wife Reverends Receive Honorary Degrees from William James College

During the 2018 Commencement, we awarded honorary degrees to Jamaica Plain residents, Rev. Drs. Ray Hammond and Gloria White-Hammond for their dedication to improving the lives of at-risk youth. “The work of Reverend Drs. Ray Hammond and Gloria White-Hammond is truly admirable,” said Dr. Nicholas...

School Psychologists: In a class of their own

Arlene Silva, chair of our School Psychology Department, explains in this piece from New England Psychologist how increased awareness of the potential for crisis has impacted the way school psychologists are trained.

William James College acquires Teachers21: Aims to make schools a better place for students

by Phyllis Hanlon, New England Psychologist

Red flag bill: Mass. Governor Charlie Baker signs "extreme risk" gun bill

Dr. Robert Kinscherff, professor at William James College and chairman of the American Psychological Association's task force on gun violence and prevention, explains why this is "a win".

Walpole Resident Ethan Pollack, PhD Receives Honorary Degree

Dr. Pollack, associate professor at William James College, received an honorary degree during the College's 38th Commencement

Ray Hammond and Gloria White-Hammond Receive Honorary Degrees

William James College awarded an honorary degree to Walpole resident Ethan Pollack, PhD, associate professor and core faculty of the clinical psychology program during the College's 38th commencement address on Sunday, June 3, 2018.

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