After lunch in the Holmes Dining Commons today, during this weeks Young Falcon Academy Spring Session, students from Fitchburg's public schools, got a chance to have some fun in our Game Room with some of our staff, and students, as well as work on an art piece with Professors Petri Flint and Andrea Olmstead. Young Falcon Academy, a program sponsored by our School of Education, offers students from local public schools the opportunity to get a week long immersive experience here on campus.

Topics: Preparing for College, Student Experience, Information Session, Community

Just ahead of tomorrow's Earth Day, a group of faculty, students, and staff gathered at the McKay Campus School parking lot and prepared to pick up trash on Rindge Rd. 

Topics: Student Experience, Staff, Community, Campus

A group of students in our Nursing Program were in Thompson hall working on their practicals including taking vital signs and recording them in patient charts, gloving, and catheterization.

Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Programs and Majors, Nursing Program

It's school vacation week in Massachusetts and our Admissions Welcome Center has been rolling out the red carpet for students and their families that are interested in becoming Fitchburg State University Falcons. The Welcome Center expects to be busy all week with tour groups leaving the Anthony building on a regular basis. Learn about our admissions process here.

Topics: Preparing for College, Admissions, Community, Campus

Not to be outdone by Sigma Alpha Tau, both Sigma Sigma Sigma and Sigma Tau Gamma held their own annual fundraisers on the quad. Tri Sigma held their 36 hour Teeter Totter A-Thon for March of Dimes and the Robbie Page Memorial Fund, while Sigma Tau Gamma had their Dunk Tank fundraiser - on a chilly spring day!

Topics: Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community

The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) sponsored today's Co-Talks in the Park with Dr. Danette Day, Associate Professor of Education at Fitchburg State University and Mr. David Thibault Munoz of Mount Wachusett Community College who talked about Education as a Means to Freedom in the Abolitionist Park, where you will find open air, open minds and open hearts. The CTL is sponsoring two more of these talks, April 20, 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. and April 25, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Information Session, Programs and Majors, Humanities

The Engineering Technology Department's Engineering Students' Project Competition was held in the Conlon Engineering Technology Lobby. Students in the program presented their projects ranging from self-watering plants, mall ventilation, 3D printed robotics, to potential public safety threats within a smart building, and more.

Topics: Events, Our Students, Information Session, Programs and Majors

Alpha Sigma Tau is holding their yearly Swing-a-Thon fundraiser on the quad, they will be swinging until 8 p.m. tonight for a total of 36 hours. They are swinging to raise money for the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN). RAINN helps people who experienced sexual assault get the help they need to support them and give them a voice. Stop by today and  join them on the quad. Fill out a rain drop or do some art and crafts, and even some outdoor games! Learn more about Alpha Sigma Tau and Greek Life here.

Topics: Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community

The Future Educator Academy at Fitchburg State University welcomed more than 20  local high school students to campus today for a day of programming. After a presentation by Lourdes Ramirez of our School of Education, Freshmen and Seniors worked with Dr. Erin Rehig of our School of Health and Natural Sciences, while Sophomores and Juniors learned about financial literacy from Dr. Michael Greenwood of our School of Business.

Topics: Preparing for College, Information Session, Programs and Majors, Community

Future Falcons joined us at an admitted student open house to see what their life at Fitchburg State could be. The admitted students were able to attend information sessions and get an in depth look at their academic department, talk with current students, have financial aid questions answered, and more. The morning was capped off with the Future Falcon Day Celebration at our Recreation Center. After a welcome from President Richard Lapidus, Future Falcons, their families and guests, were able to mingle with a multitude of departments and student groups. Learn more on your opportunities here at Fitchburg State here.

Topics: Student Experience, Events, Our Faculty, Admissions, Information Session, Programs and Majors, Community