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On November 19, 2025, the American International College (AIC) community paused to reflect on its past and speak directly to its future.

SPRINGFIELD, MA — Continuing a family legacy that spans generations, the Breck family has renewed its enduring commitment to American International College (AIC) through both scholarship support and campus renewal.

Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll visited AIC’s campus on Friday, November 14, for a conversation with President Nicolle Cestero and Provost Michael Dodge about the future of higher education in Massachusetts.

When Michael Dodge thinks about the 227 students from Duggan Academy in Springfield currently taking classes at American International College (AIC), he understands who benefits the most — and it’s not necessarily the academic high achievers who already have their eyes on college.

On a crisp Thursday evening, November 13, AIC’s Campus Center Auditorium offered a warm setting for academic engagement and experiential learning. Students from AIC and area colleges gathered for a conversation with professionals across the sports industry. Organized by student leaders in the Sports Management Club, with support from the Event and Facility Management class, the program featured a panel discussion, audience Q&A, and time for networking.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC) is helping students facing food insecurity with the launch of The Buzz Stop, a new campus food pantry. According to government data, approximately 3.8 million college students nationwide, or about 23 percent, face food insecurity. Many do not receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits due to application barriers or lack of awareness.

The College’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Campus Center Auditorium on the upper level of the Schwartz Campus Center.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC) has promoted Michael Dodge to Provost and Michael Eriquezzo to Vice President for Marketing and Communications, building on the success of the College’s leadership team.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC) has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in the 2026 Best Colleges rankings for leadership in advancing social mobility. This is the third consecutive year AIC has earned this distinction, reflecting the College’s commitment to providing students from all backgrounds with access to life-changing opportunities through higher education.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – The American International College (AIC) Department of Athletics will induct the 1975 Football Team into the AIC Athletics Hall of Fame during the College’s 2025 Homecoming, recognizing the squad that set a program-best 11-game winning streak—a record that still stands today. Widely considered “The Greatest Team Ever” at AIC, the honor comes on the fiftieth anniversary of their historic season.

Springfield, MA – The fall semester is officially underway at American International College (AIC). On the morning of September 2, the campus came alive as students returned for the start of classes, including more than 350 new first-year and transfer students joining the AIC community. This year’s incoming class was selected from more than 4,000 applications, reflecting strong interest in AIC’s academic programs and supportive learning environment.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC) has announced the appointment of five new members to its Board of Trustees, effective July 1, 2025. The new trustees are Charlie Carroll, John Falcone, Stefania Raschilla, Rachel Romano, and Rebecca Thibault. These additions bring a wealth of experience in education, finance, law, and business leadership to the College’s governing board.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – When American International College student Khamari Hamblin ’25 learned during his junior year that his Theater Arts major was being phased out, he had a choice: switch to another field of study or complete his degree as the final student to graduate from the program. He didn’t hesitate.

Springfield, MA — American International College (AIC) is launching a new Bachelor of Science in Health Systems Administration (HSA), developed to prepare students for careers in healthcare management. Offered through the School of Health Sciences, the program responds to a growing need for professionals equipped to manage healthcare organizations and improve health outcomes. Enrollment for the program is now open for Fall 2025.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – American International College (AIC), in partnership with the Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP), has been designated as a Massachusetts Early College Program by the state’s joint Early College Committee. The designation is one of eighteen newly announced by the Healey-Driscoll Administration and makes AIC the only private college west of Worcester to be included.

Springfield, MA – In a sunlit kindergarten classroom at Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School in Springfield, a group of young students shriek with laughter as they pass a ball during a game of hot potato.

American International College (AIC) has named Rob Kearney, MS, ATC, LAT, to the position of director of athletics effective July 7, 2025. Kearney brings more than a decade of athletic training and leadership experience to this role and will oversee the College’s portfolio of NCAA Division II athletic programs.

At American International College, success isn’t limited to the field, court, or rink—it continues in the classroom.

AIC’s student-athletes achieved a combined GPA of 3.25 for the 2024–25 academic year, an accomplishment that reflects the commitment and drive that Yellow Jackets bring to every aspect of their college experience.

SPRINGFIELD, MA – The School of Business, Arts, and Sciences at American International College (AIC) will launch two new undergraduate programs in Computer Science and Information Technology (IT) beginning in fall of 2025. Offered as majors and minors, the programs were developed in collaboration with Google to prepare students for in-demand roles in the technology sector.

Springfield, MA – The American International College (AIC) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Nicolle Cestero has been unanimously selected as the thirteenth president of the 140-year-old institution. She began serving as interim president in March 2024, following her tenure as executive vice president, chief operating officer, and chief of staff.