Can you answer "yes" to any of these questions?

• Do you have science electives that you need to complete for your undergraduate degree?
• Are you interested in a graduate degree in science education or biology?
• Do you teach science, and you're looking to expand your knowledge?

It's summertime!

Well, almost. At least it's spring! And with this past winter that we had to deal with, who isn't looking forward to a little sun and warmth?

Remember this?

I completed a trio of degrees including a bachelor of science, master of arts in education, and education specialist degrees at the University of Florida. I received my doctoral degree, from the University at Buffalo, SUNY, specializing in Counseling Psychology. 

Thinking about pursuing a degree in counseling? If so, after you complete your degree it's likely that you'll be in high demand!

Although I began my career as a physical therapist, I soon realized that my heart was in teaching.  I began by teaching students with severe disabilities, and

What is your educational background, and what certifications do you have relevant to your program?

I completed both my bachelor of science and my master of education in special education. My doctoral degree, from UMASS at Amherst, is in curriculum and instruction. I am currently the graduate program chair for the master of education in curriculum and technology.

Thanks to guest blogger Marylyn Gainan, Coordinator of GCE Advising and Support Services, for her assistance with this blog post. Email Marylyn with any questions you may have about our programs at Fitchburg State.

When I was an undergrad I lived by my advisor’s word. What classes do I need to take? Does my schedule look right? Am I going to graduate if I take these specific classes? As an adult I find that I still need help from time to time figuring out what I should do next, especially since I completed my undergraduate degree ten years ago.

Have you ever heard that from your parents or your older relatives? Well, they're right... you do have it easy.

But don't be fooled... they had it easy as well.

Thanks to guest blogger Michael Leamy, Director of Distance Education for his assistance with this blog post. Feel free to email Mike with any questions you have about online learning at Fitchburg State.

Consider online learning offered through Fitchburg State University! 

Get the same quality courses in an engaging, online setting.  Summer sessions are right around the corner, and Graduate and Continuing Education offers several courses online. Think about enrolling in an online course this summer and save the travel time for trips to the beach and family vacations!

Thanks to guest blogger, Dr. Paul Beaudoin for sharing his expertise in online teaching. This article originally appeared in the May 2014 issue of Campus Technology.

For over a decade, enrollments in online classes have steadily increased. According to a recent Sloan Consortium report, 7.1 million college students are currently enrolled in an online course -- and those numbers