Springfield College
Springfield College is a private university in Springfield, Massachusetts. It is known as the birthplace of basketball because the sport was invented there in 1891 by Canadian-American instructor James Naismith. The institution's philosophy of "humanics... calls for the education of the whole person—in spirit, mind, and body—for leadership in service to others."
Former names | YMCA of School for Christian Workers in Springfield (1885–1891) International Young Men's Christian Association Training School (1891–1912) International YMCA College (1912–1954) |
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| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1885 |
Academic affiliations | AICUM CIC YMCA CCGS |
| Endowment | $79.6 million (2020) |
| President | Mary-Beth A. Cooper |
| Undergraduates | 3,621 |
| Postgraduates | 1,441 |
| Location | , U.S. |
| Campus | Main campus size: 100 acres (40 ha) East campus size: 81 acres (33 ha) |
| Colors | Maroon and white |
| Nickname | Pride |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III – NEWMAC |
| Website | www |
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