As we welcome students back to campus for Fall Semester 2026, we pause to look back at Spring Semester 2026.

Topics: Student Experience, Clubs and Organizations, Student Engagement

As we welcome students back to campus for Fall Semester 2026, we pause to look back at Spring Semester 2026, filled with countless moments of learning, growth, and achievement. This slideshow captures the essence of our shared journey, highlighting the hard work, dedication, and vibrant spirit that has defined our community over the past months. Take a moment to celebrate the memories we've created and the milestones we've reached together, a testament to the resilience and brilliance of every student, educator, and staff member.

Topics: Student Experience, Academic Affairs

Our Office of Student Engagement staff and Student Orientation Leaders hunkered down in Hammond Hall to lock in the final plans, review the task grid, and assign roles for this Sunday's New Student Move-In & Orientation Sessions for our newest Falcons.

Topics: Student Experience, Student Engagement, Orientation

 Strategic planning for the student experience. This morning, our Office of Student Affairs gathered in the Hammond Main Lounge for their annual retreat. Dean of Students Tim St. John launched the session with a comprehensive year-in-review presentation, providing key updates and reflecting on the team's measurable impact on student success and campus vitality. The day transitioned into collaborative group workshops focused on strategic goal-setting for the upcoming academic cycles. Thank you to this dedicated team for their tireless work in fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment for the Fitchburg State community! 

Topics: Student Experience, Student Engagement

Part of the college experience is getting involved. and as we reach the finish line of another incredible academic year, it's time to pause, reflect, and celebrate the vibrant moments that defined our students'  journey outside the classroom.

Topics: Student Experience, Clubs and Organizations, Community, Student Engagement

 Engineering Technology Professor Ana Mesquita-Emlinger launched her InFive: Voices of Fitchburg State University Student podcast initiative with an interview of  Engineering Technology Lucas DeOliveira, host of The Lucas and Nick Show on WXPL 91.3 FM, in the WXPL Studio.

Topics: Student Experience, Engineering Technology

Alumni and Giving Staff were on hand in G-Lobby yesterday to offer students a respite during finals, offering a hot cocoa bar, some Fitchburg State University branded swag, and activities. Students were eager to get a boost and a break.

Topics: Student Experience, Alumni

This afternoon, to coincide with the last day of classes, the Fitchburg Activities Board (FAB) hosted a Relaxation Lounge: Destress Event in G-Lobby of the Hammond Building. With finals right around the corner. FAB gave students the opportunity to take their mind off the workload and destress at their relaxation lounge with massage chairs, oxygen bar and more! 

Topics: Student Experience, Clubs and Organizations

Students and staff stopped by our Office of Student Engagement's Recharge Station in G-Lobby to fuel their focus with energy drinks and dirty sodas with Study Break, All-Nighter Accelerator, Motivation Mixer, and Berry Brain Boost on the menu.

Topics: Student Experience, Clubs and Organizations

Student teams in English Studies Professor Dr. Katharine Covino's First-Year Experience (FYE) course each created a Public Service Announcement (PSA) which were judged, with a PSA about water refill stations coming out on top. Fitchburg Mayor Samantha Squailia visited the class to sign and give certificates to the winning team. 

Topics: Student Experience, Community, English Studies