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! 

Amidst a day full of activities and information sessions, students - transfers and freshmen -  met with the Registrar and Deans in their selected majors to make sure their schedules are ready before classes begin on January 20th.

Fitchburg State’s Presidential Ambassadors were front and center, decked out in green blazers, during the Presidential Ambassadors Showcase celebration on Sept. 25 at the Hammond Hall Main Lounge.

Professor, Dr. Sean Goodlett welcomed our faculty, staff, current and new students to the New Student Matriculation Ceremony this morning in Weston Auditorium. Dr. Patricia Marshall, Provost and Executive Vice President convened the ceremony with Taylor Crout performing the National Anthem. Tim St. John, Dean of Students and Chief Student Affairs Officer introduced our Keynote Speaker Stephany Infante, City Councilor District E for the City of Lawrence Fitchburg State University Graduate, Class of 2016 who addressed the newest students. After the signing of the Class Book, Dr. Donna Hodge, 12th President of Fitchburg State University, led our newest falcons in the Future Falcon Pledge.

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Patricia Marshall and Deans welcomed Department Chairs to a two day workshop prior to the start of the fall semester.

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Patricia Marshall held a retreat so the members of her council can discuss the upcoming fall semester in detail.

The Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library Outreach Librarian for Student Success Lori Steckervetz presented Creating Research Questions as part of yesterday's Commonwealth Honors - Honors Research Seminar Workshop as a way to spark conversation about transitioning students to their research question.

Families and students enjoyed a Resource Fair during today's lunch. Afterward, students met with their respective Academic Advisors during our Summer Orientation 2025.

Yesterday, the Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library hosted the ROTEL (Remixing Open Textbooks through an Equity Lens) wrap-up party in the Falcon Hub. Many textbooks have been authored by Fitchburg State University faculty members including  Michael Hove (Psychological Science), Peter Staab (Mathematics), J.J. Sylvia IV (Communications Media) and Kisha Tracy (English Studies).