Not to be outdone by Sigma Alpha Tau, both Sigma Sigma Sigma and Sigma Tau Gamma held their own annual fundraisers on the quad. Tri Sigma held their 36 hour Teeter Totter A-Thon for March of Dimes and the Robbie Page Memorial Fund, while Sigma Tau Gamma had their Dunk Tank fundraiser - on a chilly spring day!
Topics: Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community
Alpha Sigma Tau is holding their yearly Swing-a-Thon fundraiser on the quad, they will be swinging until 8 p.m. tonight for a total of 36 hours. They are swinging to raise money for the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN). RAINN helps people who experienced sexual assault get the help they need to support them and give them a voice. Stop by today and join them on the quad. Fill out a rain drop or do some art and crafts, and even some outdoor games! Learn more about Alpha Sigma Tau and Greek Life here.
Topics: Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community
The Future Educator Academy at Fitchburg State University welcomed more than 20 local high school students to campus today for a day of programming. After a presentation by Lourdes Ramirez of our School of Education, Freshmen and Seniors worked with Dr. Erin Rehig of our School of Health and Natural Sciences, while Sophomores and Juniors learned about financial literacy from Dr. Michael Greenwood of our School of Business.
Topics: Preparing for College, Information Session, Programs and Majors, Community
Future Falcons joined us at an admitted student open house to see what their life at Fitchburg State could be. The admitted students were able to attend information sessions and get an in depth look at their academic department, talk with current students, have financial aid questions answered, and more. The morning was capped off with the Future Falcon Day Celebration at our Recreation Center. After a welcome from President Richard Lapidus, Future Falcons, their families and guests, were able to mingle with a multitude of departments and student groups. Learn more on your opportunities here at Fitchburg State here.
Topics: Student Experience, Events, Our Faculty, Admissions, Information Session, Programs and Majors, Community
The Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness and Greek Life held Send a Spring Card and a Smile event where students created cards for the Residents of Fitchburg Health Care Living Facility.
Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community
Yesterday at the North Street Bistro for the third of four Staff Appreciation events, also held simultaneously at the McKay Café. Staff were treated to a beverage, and a snack, with their tickets entered into a prize raffle. The next appreciation will be held May 4, 2022.
Members of our Adult Learning in the Fitchburg Area (ALFA), a lifelong learning institute that serves adult learners in Fitchburg and the surrounding communities, came to Professor Kisha Tracy's Writing II class and the Heritages of Change exhibition to mentor students in their given project topics. Learn more about our Continuing Education & Professional Development here.
Topics: Faculty, Student Experience, Our Students, Programs and Majors, Community
Yesterday afternoon, the university's Economics, History and Political Science Department; the Office of Student Development, and the Student Government Association sponsored this forum on Russia’s war in Ukraine and its impact on Euro-Atlantic security. Professor Joshua Spero, of the university’s Economics, History and Political Science Department, and student Oscar Burgos Pimentel traveled to Poland last month and saw the impact of the invasion. The trip was part of a faculty-student research project on Transatlantic Relations and Euro-Atlantic security.
Topics: Faculty, Information Session, Community, Humanities
Greek Week began today with a Chariot Race on the quad, followed by feats of strength including a tug-of-war. Thanks to Student Photographer Kristen Laquidara '22 for the great photos! Click here if you're curious about Greek Life at Fitchburg State University.
Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community, Campus
MassBioEd was on Campus today for a High School Teacher Basic Biotechnology Skills & Equipment in Your Classroom program. Professors Ronald Krieser and Eric Williams assisted with the training.
Topics: Our Faculty, Occupational Vocational Education, Programs and Majors, Community, Nursing Program