Dance Club Spring Showcase 2023

Posted by Andy Cunningham on April 24, 2023 at 1:14 PM

The Fitchburg State University Dance Club held their annual Spring Showcase this weekend to  boisterous audiences. Each performance was choreographed by a member of the club and the performances were outstanding!

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

Fitchburg State University Chapter of Psi Chi Induction

Posted by Andy Cunningham on April 22, 2023 at 11:00 AM

Yesterday afternoon, Psychological Science students were inducted into the Fitchburg State University Chapter of Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology in the Presidents Conference Room. Students must have least three semesters (45 credits) of college coursework, three semesters (45 credits) of college coursework, and least three courses (9 credits) in psychology at Fitchburg State University, including PSY 2100 Research Design and Analysis II. Students are eligible for induction if the following criteria are met:

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Topics: Our Students, Programs and Majors, Health and Natural Sciences

Honors Convocation 2023

Posted by Andy Cunningham on April 21, 2023 at 3:27 PM

Yesterday, we capped off our day of celebrating our student's scholarly achievements at our annual Honors Convocation. A reception outside the Antonucci Science Complex followed.

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Topics: Events, Our Students, Programs and Majors, Community

Young Falcons Academy Week - Days 1 & 2

Posted by Andy Cunningham on April 19, 2023 at 5:45 PM

It's been a busy two days, so far, for our Young Falcons Academy week, where students from Fitchburg and Leominster public middle schools partake in a week full of activities on campus. Yesterday and today, the Young Falcons met with current students to find out what college life was really like, make shadow puppets in Conlon Fine Arts with Professors Sally Moore and Andrea Olmstead, learn about therapy dogs meeting a Fitchburg State favorite Daisy the Therapy Dog, just to name a few. 

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Topics: Programs, Our Students, Our Faculty, Information Session, Community

Greek Life - Alpha Sigma Tau Swing-a-Thon

Posted by Andy Cunningham on April 4, 2023 at 8:15 AM

Alpha Sigma Tau are holding their yearly Swing-a-Thon fundraiser on the quad, they have been swinging since 8 a.m. yesterday, and will continue 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 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.

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Topics: Our Students, Clubs and Organizations, Community, Greek Life

Senior Student Interning at New England Studios

Posted by Caroline Lanni on March 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM
Kayla Jorgensen, Communications Media senior, is an intern this semester at New England Studios in their lighting and grip department.  
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Topics: Our Students, Communications/Media

Around Campus - Therapy Dogs in Hammond Main Lounge

Posted by Andy Cunningham on February 22, 2023 at 10:05 AM

Yesterday afternoon, the always popular therapy dogs paid a visit to campus.  Students got a little break from classes, tests and projects by spending a little time with Daisy, Mischief, Penny, and  Fitchburg State University Police's own Odin in the Hammond Main Lounge. These therapy dogs were a welcome respite from the stress that comes with the semester's workload. Keep your eyes on University Events for future visits.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community

Around Campus - Intro to Film and Video

Posted by Andy Cunningham on February 6, 2023 at 9:57 AM

Students in Professor Robert Harris' Intro to Film and Video class begin working with film making equipment at various places in Conlon Fine Arts. Learn about our Film & Video Program here.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Programs and Majors, Communications/Media

Business Administration Students Discuss Entrepreneurship

Posted by Andy Cunningham on February 1, 2023 at 6:15 PM

Fitchburg State University Business Administration students Ayanna Beach and Sophie Mitchell spoke with 2nd Worcester District Representative Jon Zlotnik, Executive Director, Wachusett Business Incubator Magnus Carlberg, Special Assistant to the President - Community, Governmental Affairs and Special Projects AJ Tourigny, Fitchburg State University Business Administration Chair Michael Greenwood, and Assistant Professor John Lohmann about the university's commitment to entrepreneurship in the local area.

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Topics: Our Students, Programs and Majors, Community, Business Programs

Around Campus - Popcorn Day Pop Up

Posted by Andy Cunningham on January 19, 2023 at 2:44 PM

Associate Director of Student Development & Commuter and Volunteer Affairs Shane Franzen, and Graduate Assistant Alyssa Annes, hosted a Pop Up n the Hammond Street Level Lobby to celebrate National Popcorn Day.

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Topics: Student Experience, Our Students, Community