Our  Fitchburg State University Admissions Fourth Annual College Search Kickoff Event, designed for rising Seniors and their families, was capped off with a BBQ and ice cream truck. After information sessions to learn more about Fitchburg State, the college search in general, and campus tours, all were welcome to a BBQ and ice cream truck, and to network with each other and members of the university staff. 

Our  Fitchburg State University Admissions Fourth Annual College Search Kickoff event is in full swing this morning. It's a perfect day for this event designed for rising Seniors and their families to learn more about not only Fitchburg State, but the college search in general. After checking in, our Guests heard from admission counselors on what we look for in an application; tips on writing an essay; and were able to tour the campus. Afterwards, all will be welcomed to a BBQ and ice cream truck.

Due to last night's inclement weather, the university held its last Summer Series event, Game Night, in the Hammond Main Lounge. The university and greater Fitchburg community gathered for comradery, refreshments, trivia, bingo, some friendly competition, and prizes. 

Director of Admissions Tony Trodella is holding a day-long retreat for our Admissions Staff. In this session, School of Health and Natural Sciences Professors Ronald Krieser and Monica Maldari discussed their programs as well as our Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) Early Acceptance Programs to Medical School. 

This afternoon, students in our Fitchburg State University Police Program's Recruit Officer Course (ROC) worked on crash scene investigation with Det. Steve Foley of the Walpole Police Department. Cadets were given various crash incident scenarios, and worked their way through them in real time. Afterward, they received feedback on their performances. Two Criminal Justice students acted as the crash victims.

Fitchburg State University Police Sergeant, and Certified CPR Instructor, Timothy Grant, along with Fitchburg State University Police Sergeant Dylan Soldi conduct CPR lessons to members of our Athletics staff at classroom in the Recreation Center.

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Patricia Marshall held a retreat so the members of her council can discuss the upcoming fall semester in detail.

Students in the 8th Fitchburg State University Police Program's Recruit Officer Course (ROC) recently began their crash scene investigation coursework this morning.

Local high school students enrolled in our Fitchburg State University Upward Bound Math & Science Program (UBMS) Summer Program have been diligently working on their experiential learning projects in anticipation of today's Experiential Learning Student Showcase in the Main Lounge of the Hammond Building which celebrates their hard work, creativity, and accomplishments. Outstanding student achievements in academics, leadership, creativity, and community spirit will be recognized at this evening's Awards Night in the Ellis White Lecture Hall. This ceremony is a chance to celebrate our students' hard work and to thank the families, educators, and community members who support them.

Students in the 8th Fitchburg State University Police Program's Recruit Officer Course (ROC) recently began their field sobriety coursework.