Chris Skerritt, a student in Communication Disorders Study, has been named to the Dean's List for academic excellence for the spring 2012 term at ... Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts.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.