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The university's observances are organized around the theme, "We are a voice."

Latinx/a/o Heritage Month includes opportunities for the campus and wider public to engage in fun and inclusive activities and programs that celebrate the contributions and influence of this diverse community.

The program is labeled as New England's largest and oldest drag show.

A highlight of the month will be a presentation on March 15 by Dr. Patricia Deegan, a 1977 alumna of Fitchburg State, and a nationally renowned disability rights advocate, psychologist and lecturer.

The "Black Excellence" theme acknowledges that the history of the African diaspora in the United States is not solely confined to conventional forms of success, and is boundless.

Fitchburg State celebrates LGTBQ+ History Month in October with a series of gatherings, film screenings and participatory events developed around the theme “We Are Everywhere.”

The program continues the Center for Professional Studies’ commitment to creating programming built around themes of social justice and cultural responsiveness.

This work is driven by the increasing diversity of the public higher education student population and the desire to provide students and faculty accessible, intentionally inclusive textbooks that reflect and honor their lives.

By understanding terminology, historical context, and preconceived notions about the LGBTQIA+ community, educators can begin to create intentional, inclusive, and supportive learning environments.