Fitchburg State University hosted its annual Retired Educators Luncheon on Wednesday in the Falcon Hub, a tradition established in 2011 that honors alumni who have dedicated their lives to the teaching profession. The event serves as a powerful homecoming for the university, celebrating its historic roots as a teachers' college originally founded in 1894. 

During his internship at Fitchburg Access Television last semester, Communications Media student Aiden Truehart created an incredible historical series called Fitchburg Rewind. In his featured episode, Civic Center Semicentury, Aiden takes us on a deep dive into the legendary history of the Wallace Civic Center. From its construction in the 1970s and its evolution into a Fitchburg State University staple, to the packed hockey games and roaring concert days that made it a local landmark—this building has been the backdrop for countless community memories. Watch the full episode created by Aiden here. 

In partnership with the Spanish American Center and Best Buy, Dean of Business and Technology Dr.Mahmoud Al-Odeh and Fitchburg State University are proud to host Geek Squad Academy's two-day camp that allows students to become "Junior Agents". Working alongside professional Geek Squad Agents, kids will develop tech skills, spark their creativity, build self-confidence, and explore future tech careers. Sessions include, game design, robotics, stop-motion film production, and digital music creation. After their welcome, Admissions Assistant Director Tyler Scipione shared all the opportunities here at Fitchburg State University where they can enlist their new skill set. We love seeing our campus transform into a hub for the next generation of innovators. Welcome to the academy, Junior Agents! 

 Protecting, serving, and thriving right alongside our community!  Today is #PublicServiceDay, and we want to send a massive shoutout to the incredible officers and staff of the Fitchburg State University Police Department! Our campus police are so much more than a department—they are a deeply integral part of our daily university life. From keeping our campus secure to connecting with students, offering guidance, and always being ready to jump into campus activities (even if it means braving the mechanical bull at a campus event! ), they show up for our flock every single day with professionalism and pride. Thank you to our dedicated officers, dispatchers, and staff for your unwavering commitment to our safety, your mentorship, and your constant support of student life. 

Setting the foundation for academic success and timely graduation. During Fitchburg State University's Summer Orientation sessions, incoming students connect directly with Academic Advisors within their prospective majors. This proactive advising model is designed to facilitate a seamless transition into higher education. By meeting with department experts early, our newest Falcons gain a clear understanding of their unique degree pathways, map out critical foundational benchmarks, and finalize their Fall course schedules with confidence. Thank you to our dedicated faculty and academic advisors for guiding the Class of 2030 toward a strong start this semester! 

Bridging campus life and community engagement. As part of Fitchburg State University's orientation programming, incoming students participate in the "Tour of Fitchburg"—a popular activity designed to introduce our newest Falcons to the cultural, historical, and recreational landmarks of our host city. Led by student Orientation Leaders, the tour included visits to Hollis Hills Farm, the Fitchburg Art Museum, and Coggshall Park. Notably, Coggshall Park was established in 1894, marking a shared, 132-year legacy of community presence alongside the university's own founding year. We are proud to connect our students with local institutions and foster a strong sense of civic pride from their very first week on campus. 

Our 9th Recruit Officer Course (ROC) is learning that real police work requires sharp minds just as much as sharp tactical skills. This week, Drill Instructor Lt. John Boucher of the Ashburnham Police Department traded his command voice for a slide deck, leading the academy through their intensive Report Writing course. In law enforcement, a report is easily one of the most critical, high-stakes tools an officer possesses. It’s the official blueprint of an incident—and a well-written report can make or break a case long before it ever reaches a courtroom. Our recruits are putting in the hours to ensure their documentation is flawless, objective, and ironclad. 

And that is an official WRAP on Summer Orientation 2026! A massive, Wachusett mountain-sized shoutout to our phenomenal Student Engagement staff and rockstar Orientation Leaders! From Session 1 to the final moments of Session 3, this team kept the energy at an absolute 10/10, bringing the hype and welcoming our newest Falcons and their families with open arms. They’ve walked the miles, answered a million questions, and showed the Class of 2030 what Falcon Pride is truly about. We couldn't have completed the flock without you! 

 Roll out the red carpet—Upward Bound just went Hollywood! For their final Thursday meeting, our Upward Bound program completely switched things up by hosting an exclusive red carpet screening of the documentary, "Beyond the Athlete". The film shines a spotlight on the dedication and stories of three phenomenal Fitchburg State student-athletes: Matthew Drayton 🏀, Elijah Zaire "EZ" McKnight 🏈, Samantha Wozniak 📣. Following the screening, the crowd got a behind-the-scenes look with an exclusive panel discussion. Director Skye Goba '26, Co-Producer Cassie Israelson '26, current graduate student/former UB staff Elijah Zaire "EZ" McKnight, and Samantha Wozniak '26 answered questions about the filmmaking process and share what it’s really like to be a Falcon!  

Summer Orientation 2026: Session 3 Welcome in Weston. The energy on campus this morning is absolutely electric as we welcome our incoming students and families for Summer Orientation Session 3. Our newest Falcons kicked off their day in Weston Auditorium, getting a warm and high-energy welcome from Dean of Students Tim St. John. Afterward, Associate Director of Student Development Angelo M. Prevosto introduced the incredible team of Orientation Leaders who will be by our students' sides every step of the way. These OLs are ready to guide everyone through an unforgettable two days packed with connection, critical info sessions, and a whole lot of Falcon pride.