Senior Brunch, May 13, 2022

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 13, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Members of the Fitchburg State University Class of 2022 gathered in the Falcon Hub for Senior Brunch. They heard from Vice President for Student Affairs Laura Bayless, and  Director of Alumni and Family Relations, Tanya Hoos Crowley as they will soon be a member of the 49,000 strong Fitchburg State alumni. It gave the seniors one last chance to gather, plan for the future, get some photos, and take part in the senior toast.

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Topics: Student Experience, Events, Our Students, Community

Around Campus - Finals Grab and Go with CDI

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 12, 2022 at 5:15 PM

Our Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness wrapped up their Finals Grab and Go week to support students during finals today. It was six days with opportunities to grab a treat and relax in the office, and take a break from finals. Yesterday was Tropical Freeze Pops, and today was a Popcorn Bar with sweet & savory topping options.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community

University Welcome Center Opening Reception, May 11, 2022

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 12, 2022 at 12:55 PM
Richard Toomey, Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management, invited the entire campus community to celebrate the completion of the renovation work for the new University Welcome Center in the Anthony Student Services Building on Wednesday, May 11.  Colleagues and campus partners were encouraged  to visit and view our new shared space intended to welcome all guests to the campus.
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Topics: Events, Admissions, Community, Campus

Around Campus - Senior Frenzy, "Snax & Relax"

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 10, 2022 at 2:45 PM

As part of the Senior Frenzy for finals week, seniors got an opportunity to take a bit of a break during finals week - grab a snack, and take their minds off testing with some relaxation-centric activities; kinetic sand, funky stress balls, coloring books, etc..

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Topics: Student Experience, Community

Around Campus - Finals Grab and Go with CDI

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 10, 2022 at 8:04 AM

To support our students during finals, our Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness is holding Finals Grab and Go - six days with opportunities to grab a treat and relax in the office, and take a break from finals. Monday Grab and Go was a French Fry Bar.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community

New City and University Partnership Establishes Pathways for Future Educators, May 6, 2022

Posted by Matthew Bruun on May 9, 2022 at 1:45 PM

A newly expanded partnership between Fitchburg State University and the Fitchburg Public Schools is designed to increase the number of teacher candidates who are representative of the local community demographics, with a mixture of scholarship and experiential support and guaranteed jobs with the school district following completion of their college degrees.

Fitchburg State President Richard S. Lapidus and Fitchburg Public Schools Superintendent Robert M. Jokela signed the new memorandum of agreement for the pathway program on Thursday, May 5.

“Since our founding in 1894, Fitchburg State has been supporting our communities by preparing highly qualified educators for schools in Massachusetts and beyond,” President Lapidus said. “This partnership builds on that history, supporting the evolving needs of our communities while creating singular opportunities for Fitchburg State students.”

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Topics: Preparing for College, Events, Programs and Majors, Community

Around Campus - Finals Grab and Go with CDI

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 9, 2022 at 11:34 AM

To support our students during finals, our Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness is holding Finals Grab and Go - six days with opportunities to grab a treat and relax in the office, and take a break from finals. Friday was an Cookie Decorating. This week' grab and goes include a French fry bar, and popcorn with assorted seasonings.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community

Around Campus - Finals Grab and Go with CDI

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 6, 2022 at 9:19 AM

To support our students during finals, our Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness is holding Finals Grab and Go - six days with opportunities to grab a treat and relax in the office, and take a break from finals. Yesterday was an Ice Cream Social with make your own sundaes. Future grab and goes include a French fry bar, and popcorn with assorted seasonings. 

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community

First Day of Finals - Hot Dogs & Ice Cream

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 5, 2022 at 3:13 PM

As students embark on their first day of final exams, the Office of Student Development set up a grill and gave away hot dogs to mark the day. Not to be outdone, Counseling Services offered ice cream sundaes. Check out the photos!

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Staff, Community, Campus

Around Campus - Philanthropy & "Phun"

Posted by Andy Cunningham on May 4, 2022 at 2:46 PM

Housing and Residential Services held it's 1st Annual Lighten Your Load event in the Falcon Hub. Students were asked to donate any items that they may not want to bring back home; clothing that they won't wear but someone else may, or any non-perishable food items that they don't plan on eating before the end of the semester. With games,  snacks, drinks, and a DJ for  entertainment, students were eager to help out. Anyone who donated were entered into a raffle for a $50.00 Amazon gift card.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community

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