Fitchburg State University School of Education Professor Danette Day welcomed residents from Fitchburg and the surrounding communities to a Juneteenth Celebration at Fitchburg's Abolitionist Park. University President Donna Hodge, State Representative Michael Kushmerek, Fitchburg Mayor Samantha Squailia were among the many speakers.

Fitchburg State university served as host for  State Senator John Cronin's Gateway Cities Legislative Caucus. After touring some key local initiatives in the area, Senator Cronin welcomed various State Legislators, and local stakeholders to speak about their endeavors to enhance the quality of life in the area.  

This morning, Fitchburg State University hosted the Fourth Annual Fitchburg Public School brunch in Hammond Hall's Main Lounge. This event serves as an opportunity to engage with Superintendent, Mr. Jonnathan Thompson,  Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Glenda Colón, staff members an various community stakeholders all in an effort to explore ways to strengthen partnerships, build new connections, and support the success of students, families, and the broader community.

Fitchburg State University Police Chief Michael Cloutier gave a training session about the intricacies of de-escalating various situations to our Student Orientation Leaders in preparation for our Summer Orientation 2025 Sessions where we welcome our newest Falcons. 

Yesterday afternoon, Fitchburg State University, The Supplier Diversity Office, and the City of Fitchburg hosted the North Central Massachusetts Diverse & Small Business Opportunity Fair in the Hammond Hall Main Lounge. This, a diverse and small business opportunity fair, served as a great opportunity to network with public buyers and other business owners including; North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, MBTA,  MassHire, Massachusetts Department of Correction. Attendees were also be able to attend workshops held by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) and Operational Services Division (OSD).

It was bittersweet as the Fitchburg State University bid a fond farewell to long-time Materials Management employee Brian Lacombe, Storekeeper IV, who is retiring after well over two decades with the university. Brian touched so many during his tenure and this afternoon saw the result of this good will as so many gathered in the Falcon Hub to share how much he will be missed. Good luck Brian, we will miss your "patented smile!"

Mount Wachusett Community College students in search of a residential collegiate experience may live on the Fitchburg State University campus through a new agreement recently signed by the presidents of the institutions.

Students enrolled in the new Housing Program will benefit from the longstanding collaboration between Fitchburg State and the Mount, which includes articulation agreements, close proximity, a shared regional transportation system, and a shared commitment to supporting students' academic, co-curricular, and social development. 

Participating students from the Mount will also be able to access the facilities, resources, and activities at Fitchburg State.

This afternoon, to mark the last day of classes, the Office of Student Development set up a grill and gave away hot dogs. Not to be outdone, Counseling Services offered ice cream sundaes, and the Office of Alumni and Development offered Add -Your-own -Flavors Lemonade.

Dr. Laura Bayless, who has served as Vice President for Student Affairs since 2017, will retire from the university at the end of June. We honored Dr. Bayless’s years of service at a campus gathering on Tuesday, May 6 in the Hammond Main Lounge. It served as an opportunity to express our gratitude and to wish her well as she steps into this next chapter.

It was all smiles this afternoon when the always popular therapy dogs paid a visit to the Hammond Tower Lounge, Students got a little break from classes, finals and projects by spending a little time with Mischief, Daisy, and Penny.