Fitzpatrick Honored at Western New England University

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(L-R) VP for Student Affairs/Dean of Students Jeanne Hart-Steffes, Senior Associate Director of Athletics Cyndi Costanzo, Shawn Fitzpatrick, and University President Anthony S. Caprio

SPRINGFIELD, MA (05/09/2012)(readMedia)-- Shawn M. Fitzpatrick of Ballston Lake, NY, has received the CHAMPS/Life Skills Award of Excellence at Western New England University. Fitzpatrick is a senior graduating with a degree in Sport Management. Western New England honored the winners of the 2012 Cocurricular Awards during a ceremony on April 28.

The CHAMPS/Life Skills Award of Excellence is given to a student who best exemplifies the ideals of the CHAMPS/Life Skills program and demonstrates good academic standing, has made a significant impact on his/her team(s), and demonstrated good citizenship.

Developed by the NCAA, CHAMPS/Life Skills program was created to enhance the quality of the student-athlete experience within the context of higher education. CHAMPS stands for Challenging Athletes' Minds for Personal Success. The program provides experiences and services designed to develop well-balanced lifestyles and encourage growth in decision-making, planning, and fulfillment of career and life goals. The five commitment areas of CHAMPS include academic excellence, athletic excellence, personal development, career development, and commitment to service.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,700 students, including 2,550 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy, and School of Law.