Students in Biology and Chemistry Professor Billy Samulak's Chemistry for Health Sciences Lab work on an assignment in the Antonucci Science Complex. This course is designed specifically for nursing and exercise sports majors and includes the study of selected topics from general chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry. 

This morning, students in our at our Adult Learning in the Fitchburg Area (ALFA) program were at Fitchburg Access Television (FATV) podcast studio for their Build-A-Podcast course. This hands-on course introduces participants to the fundamentals of podcasting, from idea development to recording and sharing a finished episode. Students will learn how to use the Fitchburg Access Television podcast studio, explore storytelling techniques, and gain basic audio editing and graphic design skills. By the end of the course, participants will have created and shared their own short podcast project with the option to share their work on FATV’s public channel. 

 Our third-year Nursing students got a simulation experience today in the Nursing Simulation Laboratory. After going over the scenario and treatment, teams entered the room where Nursing Simulation Lab Director Ian Murray reprised the role of James Irons, a recovering alcoholic who may have relapsed and ended up in the hospital. James is complaining of itching from bed bugs, and seeing a squirrel in the room.

Yesterday afternoon, Selma Martey, Coordinator of Student Belonging in our Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness, and the Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Board Members welcomed attendees to the annual LGBTQ+ Flag Presentation and Flag Raising at Alumni Plaza in honor of LGBTQ+ History Month.  

Students in Biology and Chemistry Professor Ronald Krieser's genetics lab conduct a gel electrophoresis experiment in the Antonucci Science Complex. Gel electrophoresis, a laboratory technique used to separate DNA, RNA, or protein fragments based on their size and electrical charge. It involves applying an electric field to a gel matrix, causing the negatively charged nucleic acids to migrate. Smaller fragments move faster through the gel, leading to their separation and analysis, often visualized using a fluorescent dye. 

Professor and Chair of the Engineering Technology Department Nirajan Mani introduced Mark Franciosi, RBEC, RRC, RWC, REWC, REWO, Director of Technical Services at Polyglass and a 1996 graduate of Fitchburg State University's Construction Technology as part of the department's Industry Guest Speaker Series. He presented Waterproofing in Critical Building Areas: Below-Grade & Elevated Decks - Applications, Typical Technologies, and Key Challenges to students in Conlon 201A. With more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Mr. Franciosi has built expertise in project management, product development, building enclosure consulting, forensic investigations, and expert witness services. Throughout his career, Mark has worked closely with contractors, architects, consultants, and building owners to improve building enclosure performance and durability. A Registered Building Enclosure Consultant (RBEC) through IIBEC, Mark is an active participant in numerous industry organizations and a published author on building enclosure and constructionrelated topics.

Yesterday, Biology Prof.  Christopher Picone  and the BioChem Club headed out for their annual Rindge Road cleanup. Hands-on science goes beyond the lab—it’s about taking care of the environment right in our own backyards. Shoutout to the team for giving back and keeping our local community clean and beautiful.

Yesterday afternoon, Career Services and Advising (CSA) hosted an Internship Fair in the Hammond Main Hall. The fair gave students the opportunity to meet an array of local businesses and services face-to-face to discuss internships and potential employment. 

This morning, Engineering Technology Professor Ana Mesquita-Emlinger brought students in her Engineering Graphics course to the quad for observational hand-drawing focused on the buildings and landscape. In this course, Students are introduced to traditional and modern methods in engineering and technology graphic visualization, drawing, drafting, CAD software, and 3D modeling. Emphasis is placed on how visualization is used in both design and production.

This morning, as part of the university's You FIT Here! Fitchburg Your Story program, Fitchburg State University School of Education and English Studies programs held a Teach-In at Abolitionist Park. Professors Danette Day and  Kisha Tracy taught their  How to Build Community, and  Global Middle Ages  courses in Abolitionist Park. This is a two-day program involving other academic schools and professors.