In fact, if you’re a college student, you may be in need of a lab science course to satisfy the laws of your degree program.  Fitchburg State has just what you need this summer, and for the on-campus courses, you’ll get to spend time in our new state-of-the-art Antonucci Science Complex facility, with our outstanding science faculty as your guides.

Lab science courses can be really challenging, and taking them along with a full plate of other courses can make it hard to get it all done and master that knowledge with everything else demanding your attention.

However, taking a difficult course by itself can provide the time you need to focus on the subject matter and successfully master the material. If you’re in our neighborhood this summer, check out the available lab and science courses we have on the menu:

Do you teach history or are you just interested in learning about the Armenian Genocide?

This summer, Fitchburg State is offering an online/hybrid course, Armenian Genocide, which will introduce students to key primary and secondary sources to focus on the paths, phases, and aftermath of the Armenian Genocide. We will also look at closely related campaigns of mass killing and ethnic cleansing that targeted other groups in the region, including Greeks and Kurds.

*Photo courtesy of Armin Wegner, a medical orderly in the German military during the First World War.

Educators, if you missed our webinar, no worries.  Here's the video of the recorded webinar and a list of all the questions asked. And if you still have questions, just click on the "Speak to an advisor" button at the end of this post and get all of your questions answered.

Have you ever heard the saying “the early bird gets the worm?" Well, it’s true for course registration too! Students who register for courses early receive the most benefit.

Whether you’re looking to accelerate your degree, take a course for professional development, or take a class prior to applying to a program, it’s important to get an early start. With a busy schedule, including working full time, and children and family responsibilities, students often find that careful planning for all aspects of life is crucial.

Remember, you can take up to 12 credits before being accepted into a graduate program!

Here are the top five reasons to register early for summer courses:

We've partnered for your success! Fitchburg State’s master of education in special education, guided studies with a focus in dyslexia provides elementary and secondary school teachers not only the foundation to better understand language based disorders like dyslexia, but also certifies teachers in both WRS Levels I & II  through its unique one-of-a-kind partnership with the internationally renowned Wilson Language Program^®.

Students complete four required courses, including a capstone course on implementation of best practices, and 27 credits in three goal areas with content meeting the Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading set forth by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA). Three courses are associated with Wilson Reading Level I Certification, three courses are associated with Wilson Reading Level II Certification, and the three courses in the Foundations of Literacy goal area have been selected to meet IDA standards.

Read on for some frequently asked questions and answers about our program. Or better yet, attend our webinar on May 3 at 5 pm!

May I complete the Wilson Language Training^® program through Fitchburg State University?
Wilson Language Training® is not offered on campus. Students must complete Wilson Level 1 and 2 in partnership with a school district. If you have questions related to course availability or content, please contact the Wilson Language Training customer service center at 1-800-899-8454 or email them at info@wilsonlanguage.com.

Educators, if you missed our webinar, no worries. We've got you covered! Here's the video of the recorded webinar and a list of all the questions asked. And if you still have questions, just click on the "Speak to an advisor" button at the end of this post and get all of your questions answered.

Want to know about dolphins? Ask a marine biologist.

How about a question about your car? Ask a mechanic.

What if you want to know more about Graduate and Continuing Education (GCE) programs at Fitchburg State? Join us for an information session and have a representative of the program answer your questions -- and in most cases the representative is the actual program chair!

The Education Department at Fitchburg State is proud to announce that the first cohort for the Middle School Education (Initial Licensure) degree has nearly completed a full year. Read our latest blog from student Danielle Berthiaume to find out more about  her experience at Fitchburg State.

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Danielle Berthiaume, and I am so excited I will be finishing my third course in the next week here at Fitchburg State as a part of cohort one. I am married to a wonderfully supportive husband; I am also a stepmom of three children and mom of two lovely boys, ages five and five months. I keep myself busy on all fronts, as we enjoy camping and the beach in the summer. Fall and spring bring sports including swimming, soccer and dek hockey all for my son, as well as dek hockey for myself. I tend to overcommit and find myself stressed to the max, but with the help of my husband I have found success at this point in my life.

If you missed our webinar, no worries. We've got you covered! Here's the video of the recorded webinar and a list of all the questions asked. And if you still have questions, follow the "Speak to an advisor" link at the end of this post and get all of your questions answered.

Watch our video recording of the webinar.

Are you thinking about going to graduate school and wondering how you're going to pay for it? Costs for graduate school are a barrier to many students thinking about beginning or returning to school, but there are financial aid options available. Graduate and Continuing Education at Fitchburg State (GCE) offers scholarships, loans, payment plans, and graduate assistantships. Read more to learn about options that may be right for you!