West Ashley Students Make Springfield College's Dean's List

Springfield College has named the following local residents to the dean's list for academic excellence for the fall 2011 term.

Violet Gadson of Charleston, who is studying Human Services (UG).

Angela Morris of Charleston, who is studying Human Services (UG).

Founded in 1885, Springfield College is world renowned as the Birthplace of Basketball®, and for its guiding philosophy of humanics – education of the whole person in spirit, mind and body – for leadership in service to others. Offering bachelor's and master's degree programs, the college educates leaders for the health sciences, human and social services, sports and movement studies, education, business and the arts and sciences. Its doctoral programs are in physical education and physical therapy. The college is ranked in the 2011 edition of "America's Best Colleges" in the top tier of "Best Regional Universities -- North Region" by "U.S.News Media Group," and is designated as a premier Leadership Development Center by the YMCA of the USA. More than 5,000 traditional, nontraditional and international students study at its main campus in Springfield, Mass., and at its School of Human Services campuses in 11 U.S. locations.