The International Advisory Committee & the  Office of International Education  hosted an installment of  a continuing campus dialogue on advancing internationalization at Fitchburg State. Ways to strengthen global learning, support international and study abroad students, and integrate intercultural perspectives across campus were explored. 

The power of the pen was on full display yesterday afternoon!
Our Fitchburg State University English Studies Department hosted the annual High School & Creative Writing Awards in a packed Presidents Hall. Students from Fitchburg High School,Leominster High School, North Middlesex Regional High School, and Oakmont Regional High School were asked for entries. From Fitchburg State University President Hodge on the vital role of storytelling, to moving readings by our first-place winners, it was a true celebration of the next generation of writers.

Our Police Program students teamed up with McKay Campus School to mentor the next generation. By leading presentations on anti-bullying, these future officers are proving that "serving and protecting" starts with building a kinder community.

The future looks bright in Green and Gold! 🦅✨ We loved hosting our newest flock of Future Falcons at our Admitted Student Future Falcon Day! From deep dives into academic programs to a high-energy reception at the Athletics and Recreation Center, the energy was unmatched. Between a warm welcome from President Donna Hodge and the beat of our incredible Drumline, the ARC was buzzing! Students and families got a true taste of life at Fitchburg State, connecting with departments and student groups across campus. Officially depositing Falcons joined Fitchburg State University President Hodge in ringing our campus bell to symbolize their commitment to Fitchburg State University. Learn more on your opportunities here at Fitchburg State here.    

Recently. our third-year nursing students worked through a pediatric patient scenario in our Nursing Simulation Laboratory. One of our Senior nursing student played the role of the concerned mother.

Our Fitchburg State University Education Department recently hosted our annual   Educator Partner Meet & Greet   at the McKay Campus School! This event is a vital bridge for our soon-to-be-graduates, giving them a head start on networking with local school districts before they hit the job market this spring.

 The brothers of Sigma Tau Gamma were out on the quad today serving up fresh lemonade! All proceeds go directly to the Special Olympics. Learn more about Greek Life here.  

Yesterday afternoon, our School of Health and Natural Sciences and Career Services held a Biotech & Life Sciences Career Forum in the Hammond Main Lounge. The   Department of Biology and Chemistry, in collaboration with MassBioEd, welcomed industry professionals (Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Bioengineering) to their annual Biotechnology Networking Event.  Professionals, many of whom are our alumni, shared their experiences with our majors and introduced them to the different careers within these industries. After an activity on the drug discovery pathway led by Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Blueprint Medicines Rizwana Seeham, students had the opportunity to network in small groups with our industry volunteers.

 Students in Biology Professor Christopher Picone General Biology II Lab are studying invertebrate anatomy, In this particular lab, the invertebrates being studied are earthworms and lobsters. The course examines principles of organismal biology. Topics include evolution, diversity, plant biology, and animal biology. The laboratory emphasizes hypothesis formation and data analysis.