Police program draws international attention
The university welcomed a delegation from the nation of Moldova to campus this week to demonstrate its groundbreaking police program.
Police students may apply for paid city traffic details
Fitchburg Police Chief Ernest Martineau told the police students they represent "the best and the brightest," and encouraged them to take this opportunity to be paid to acquire skills while pursuing their degrees.
State and local leaders tour downtown theater project
The reception and tour was designed to show the wide economic and cultural impact the performing arts center will have on the city and region.
Students collaborate on virtual tour of city's arts history
The tour gave students a hands-on, community-based project in their first year at Fitchburg State, offering real-world professional experience that they can use for their portfolios.
Downtown performing arts center gets $2 million federal boost
The funds will go toward the development of a “black box” theater to be constructed adjacent to the main theater building in the downtown performing arts center.
University, city leaders renew police pact
The agreement establishes, promotes, and maintains a continued, harmonious working relationship and cooperative effort between both agencies.
New city and university partnership establishes pathways for future educators
The program is designed to increase the number of teacher candidates who are representative of the local community demographics.
International students seek to strengthen ties between campus and city
The students hope their efforts will help support the city’s long-term revitalization efforts while improving the quality of life for students looking to engage in opportunities off-campus.
Groundbreaking of Abolitionist Park celebrated
The university donated the property on Snow Street that will house the park, honoring the city's role in the movement to abolish slavery.