Jossara Dos Santos Dias of Boston, completing her Master of Education in Educational Leadership at Fitchburg State University, will receive the Graduate Student Leadership Award at the university’s graduate commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 16.
Dias’ recognition includes the opportunity to address the graduates and guests at the ceremony, which will take place at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 16 on the university’s main quadrangle. Fitchburg State’s undergraduate commencement ceremony will follow at 2 p.m., where Massachusetts Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll will give the keynote address. Fitchburg State celebrates its 130th commencement exercises this year.
Dias has worked as STEM Education Senior Coordinator at Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston since 2022, working with high school students to inspire their interest in STEM fields and to learn more about biotech.
“We are honored to recognize Jossara for her remarkable record of academic excellence, community service, and mentorship,” President Hodge said. “Her work has inspired the next generation of biotech professionals, while her bilingualism has allowed her to advocate for and empower students facing language barriers. Her dedication to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for her fellow students demonstrates a holistic commitment to leadership that extends far beyond her own academic success, effectively preparing future leaders and strengthening her community. We are thrilled to welcome her to address our graduates and guests next month.”
Additional details are posted at fitchburgstate.edu/commencement.