University dedicates new biotechnology laboratory
The laboratory provides state of the art tools for hundreds of students in STEM program to develop skills and prepare for rewarding careers in life sciences.
Winter Commencement 2023 celebrates student success
Fitchburg State University awarded more than 400 graduate and undergraduate degrees during the winter ceremony of its 127th commencement exercises Friday, Dec. 22.
Life Sciences grant will support research opportunities
The $750,000 grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center will enhance the biology and chemistry laboratories and create new research and learning opportunities.
Moderna Charitable Foundation grant will support student research
Receiving a stipend and academic credit, the student research fellows will work 10 hours per week, receiving one-on-one mentorship and instruction on cutting-edge techniques in their fields of interest.
Falcons return from the Tropical Ecology Summer program in Costa Rica
A group of student and faculty Falcons traveled to Costa Rica this summer for the Tropical Ecology Summer program. In this three-credit biology course, taught by Professor Chris Picone, students...
Student interning with Department of Energy laboratory
Shaniah Greene ‘22 is anxious to do her part to make a more energy-secure future. The junior chemistry major will spend the summer as an intern at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, Colo.
New pacts with Husson University allow Fitchburg State students to complete two degrees in less time
Through the agreements, Fitchburg State students can complete their bachelor’s degrees in biology or chemistry along with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, or their bachelor’s degree in exercise and sports science along with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, on an accelerated schedule. This will save students a full year of study.
Faculty Perspective: What Can We Do About Climate Change?
Studying climate change can leave us depressed and despairing. So what can we do?