Authored by Susan Beddes

With our new Virtual Career Center, career resources are at your fingertips 24 hours a day. This site offers tailored content that allows you to search for opportunities, build experience and gain feedback on your own time. You still have access to virtual and in person appointments through the Career Services and Advising Center covering a variety of career-related topics as well. However, we encourage you to check out the online resources available to graduate students:

Authored by Dustin Halterman

“Why are you going into teaching? Educators don’t make any money!”

Aspiring teachers hear this constantly. While the concern is valid, it is also an oversimplification. Educator wages and the financial realities of the profession are far more nuanced than the stereotypes suggest; a closer look reveals a much more complex picture.

Thank you to SGOCE adjunct faculty member Liz Louden for sharing her story and writing this blog. 

HIGHER EDUCATION Review voted Fitchburg State University among the TOP 1O PROMISING COLLEGES IN USA FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE & IT PROGRAMS - 2025 
For exceptional academic expertise, capability to adapt to the evolution of educational field and transformational impact on students' career. 

Computer science and IT industries are undergoing a rapid transformation, with new emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data science. Higher education institutions must adapt curricula to meet industry demands while fostering practical skills through hands-on training and real-world exposure. As tuition costs increase, it becomes more difficult to obtain a high-quality education. Industry-academia relationships are also important in matching programs with market needs and improving the employability of graduates. The need for easily accessible programs that prepare students to compete in the job market and supported by the fact that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 15 percent growth in the Computer and IT jobs market between 2021 and 2031. 

Fitchburg State University is addressing these challenges by providing industry-aligned computer science and IT education. Founded in 1894 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, the university has evolved from a teacher-training school to a full-fledged public university with an enrollment of approximately 6,100 students. The department hosts the Computer Science program of the school, which dates back to the 1970s and contains Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems, both accredited by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission, as well as a Master of Science in Computer Science offered both on campus and online with tracks in Data Science and Cybersecurity. 

Want to become a construction manager? Whether you’re a newly aspiring leader or are already in the profession but want to advance your career, this guide can help you navigate the path toward your professional goals.

Learn How to Become a Construction Manager

Key Takeaways:
● Becoming a construction manager requires a blend of educational background,
industry experience, skills, and relevant certifications.
● Most employers seek construction managers with at least a bachelor’s degree.
● While technical proficiency is essential, don’t overlook the need to cultivate
business management and other soft skills that drive positive outcomes.
● Massachusetts ranks third in the nation for construction manager salaries.

1. Earn Your Degree

A college education is an important first step toward becoming a construction manager, as it provides the foundational knowledge to interpret blueprints, assess structural integrity, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

For most entry-level positions, educational requirements include a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related discipline. Some employers may accept candidates with relevant experience or associate degrees, but many prefer a bachelor's degree.

Moreover, a master’s degree in construction management can give individuals an edge over the competition and increase their eligibility for higher-level positions.

Explore Career Opportunities in Construction Management

The construction industry is one of the largest in the country. With over seven million workers and the creation of nearly $2.1 trillion worth of structures each year, it’s safe to say the need for skilled trade professionals remains strong.

In fact, demand is only growing — the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that there will be 38,700 openings for construction managers each year, on average, through 2032.

Building a career in construction management isn’t one-size-fits-all. From consulting to construction firms and in specialties as varied as road, home, or commercial construction, employers across industries need individuals with the experience and expertise to get the job done.

Learn more about how to start — or advance — a career in this in-demand field.

Meet Anthony Frongillo, professor of "Leadership & Management" in our Professional Studies concentration, Criminal Justice, MS.

• How long have you been teaching in the Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) program? What is your background in the criminal justice world?

Tell us a little about yourself.

I am recently retired from a 40 year high school career in which I taught both English and Theatre as well as directing plays. In retirement, I have been able to devote more time to becoming a better photographer, read more books and am looking forward to resuming international travel. So much to do!