Around Campus - Nursing Musculoskeletal Assessment Lab

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 30, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Students in Professor Nancy Green's  Nursing Musculoskeletal Assessment Lab get a foundation for nursing assessing the patients musculoskeletal system which includes collecting data regarding the structure and movement of the body, as well the patient's mobility. 

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Topics: Nursing Program, Health and Natural Sciences

Highland Plaza Holiday Tree

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 29, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Student Development staff, Associate Director of Student Development & Commuter and Volunteer Affairs Shane Franzen, and Capital Planning and Maintenance staff members joined forces to erect the Highland Plaza Holiday Tree in preparation for the Fitchburg State University Annual Lighting of the Campus. The campus will gather at the plaza for the Lighting of the Campus this Thursday, November 30, at 4:30. 

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Topics: Staff, Community, Campus

Student Literature Fair: An Exploration of Afro/Africanfuturism

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 29, 2023 at 12:53 PM

Students in English Studies Professor Kisha Tracy's Honors Seminar Literature discussed their work on the topic of Afro/Africanfuturism at the Student Literature Fair: An Exploration of Afro/Africanfuturism in the Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library. University Librarians selected a winner of the Fair, with an additional Visitors' Choice award.

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Topics: Student Experience, Events, Programs and Majors, English Studies

It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play - Stage Buildout

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 29, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Students assist Technical Theater Professor Jo Nazro and continued building the  set for the upcoming production of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at the Wallace Theater for the Performing Arts in the McKay Complex . Local Theater Professional David Allen Prescott was on hand to assist with the stage buildout. Learn more about the production here.

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Topics: Student Experience, Programs and Majors, Communications/Media, Theater Program

Nursing Simulation Laboratory; Pediatric Healthcare Scenario

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 28, 2023 at 6:30 PM

Ian ( Nursing staff member), beleaguered father of two, brings Joey in for his 12 moth check-up with new addition Timmy in tow. Third-year Student Nurses Haley and Stephanie tend to the patient, including vaccinations, and answer any of Ian's questions about the vaccines and Joey's physical development.

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Topics: Student Experience, Programs and Majors, Nursing Program

MS in Applied Communication Information Session

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 28, 2023 at 1:45 PM

Communications Media Professor Kyle Moody hosted an information session, along with fellow Communications Media Professors J.J. Sylvia IV and Randy Howe remotely, to discuss the MS in Applied Communication with students interested in perusing an advanced degree. 

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Topics: Information Session, Programs and Majors, Communications/Media, Graduate Programs

ALFA - Ukulele: Further Adventures

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 28, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Paul Luria teaches and eager group pf ukulele enthusiasts for our Adult Learning in the Fitchburg Area (ALFA) program. Paul led the group in some seasonal selections as well as potential choices to play at the upcoming 20th Anniversary ALFA Art Show, May 22, 2024.  ALFA, a lifelong learning institute that serves adult learners in Fitchburg and the surrounding communities.

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Topics: Center for Professional Studies, Community, Education Program

Around Campus - Chemistry Seminar  Capstone

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 27, 2023 at 10:15 AM

Students in Biology and Chemistry Professor Steven Fiedler's Chemistry Seminar course present their research in the Liscotti Pavilion in the Antonucci Science Complex. This course is designed as a capstone course for those who are pursuing a major in chemistry. Its overall objective of the course is to provide training in areas critical to success in a job or academic pursuit that may not be covered in traditional courses. 

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Topics: Programs and Majors, Health and Natural Sciences

Around Campus - Lighting Class

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 27, 2023 at 2:45 AM

Students in Professor M. Zachary Lee's Lighting course work together to recreate a scene in the TV Studio. The course provides an introduction to the techniques of lighting, both on location and in the studio. Topics covered in the class include the use of lighting instruments, lighting control media and devices, location lighting techniques, studio lighting techniques, camera movement, composition, metering, the use of lenses, electrical and safety considerations, grip techniques and equipment. Learn about our Film/Video Production Program here.

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Topics: Programs and Majors, Communications/Media

Student Fellows Present Research

Posted by Andy Cunningham on November 24, 2023 at 3:15 PM

Recently students who are part of the Moderna granted fellows project present their findings to their mentor, Dr. Eric Williams. 

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Topics: Our Students, Health and Natural Sciences

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