Fitchburg State University has appointed Travis J. Chambers as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Chambers’ first official day at Fitchburg State will be Monday, Dec. 1.
“Travis joins Fitchburg State at a pivotal moment in our journey. As we stabilize and build momentum, his leadership will be essential in aligning our financial strategies with the bold vision we have set for the years ahead. This work is about more than balancing budgets—it is about creating the capacity to grow, to innovate, and to deliver on our mission of access and excellence for every student,” said Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge.
“With his deep experience across a range of institutions, Travis brings not only technical expertise but also a clear understanding of the values that drive public higher education. His expertise and energy will help us maximize resources, pursue new opportunities, and invest boldly in the priorities that matter most: our students, our faculty and staff, and the transformational role this university plays in North Central Massachusetts and beyond. I could not be more excited to welcome him to Fitchburg State,” Hodge continued.
Chambers has worked at various universities and colleges, ranging from small, private liberal arts colleges to large Research 1 (RI) institutions.
Chambers most recently served as the Assistant Dean for Administration & Finance at Georgia State University. As the CFO of the college, Chambers oversaw the $40-plus million budget and advised the dean on resource allocation, long-term planning and operational priorities.
Before serving as the CFO, Chambers was the Administrative Officer for three years (2018-2021) at Georgia State University. He also worked as the Director of Financial Administration at the Georgia Institute of Technology (2014-2018), Senior Budget Manager at Agnes Scott College (2012-2014), and the Business Manager at Kennesaw State University (2010-2012).
"I am honored and excited to join the leadership team at Fitchburg State University as the new Chief Financial Officer," Chambers said. "Fitchburg State has a strong reputation for academic excellence and a deep commitment to its students. I look forward to working with President Hodge and the entire university community to build on its financial strength and support its mission of providing a high-quality, accessible education.
“I look forward to leveraging my combined experience to further advance the university’s mission,” Chambers continued. “This role is crucial in ensuring that resources are sufficient to pursue excellence and impact through innovative teaching, meaningful research and dedicated service, while continuing to blend liberal arts, sciences and professional programs within a small college environment.”
Chambers holds a Doctorate in Education from the University of West Georgia. He earned his Master’s of Business Administration from Kennesaw State in 2013, and a bachelor’s in Business Management from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 2007.