The health of a city is often seen mostly in economic terms, but public art projects can shift the focus to the creative, cultural richness of the community and its role in urban revitalization.
Alumni and faculty part of public art project in downtown Fitchburg
My political science simulations taught me communications and management skills. Even if I don’t agree with you, I can understand your position so we can try to meet in the middle.
Rebecca Hess '22 is putting her customer service and political science skills to work
The same level of detail (in a classroom assignment) goes into writing a bill. You have to think about, ‘How does that line connect to this line, and then to that line.’ It’s the same process.
For Liza McFadden ‘83, helping kids learn to read is the greatest gift
In any career path, you’re always communicating. It’s important you’re describing things coherently and consistently, whether it’s in a design document or an email or making a pitch to an investor.
Randy Meech ‘97 puts the foundational skills he learned at Fitchburg State to work as an entrepreneur and innovator
A Fitchburg State education has opened every door that was presented to me.
State Rep. Michael Kushmerek ‘08, ‘13 found ‘the perfect fit’ at Fitchburg State
I know very few people I grew up with who are doing what they thought they would be doing at 16 or 17 years old. I tell young people, ‘Go to a state school, figure out what you really want to do.’ We’re so fortunate in Massachusetts to have the public higher education system we have. We’re a leader in the country.
Susannah M. Whipps ’12 cultivates a passion for lifelong learning as a legislator
To me, a liberal arts and science degree is the ideal course of study for anyone who isn’t really sure of the path they want to take. You never know when a particular subject or teacher will light a spark that will shape the rest of your life.
Sharon Bernard ‘99 turned a passion for the written word into a rewarding career in the library
I don’t feel like a hero. I took an oath to take care of people and that’s all that I’m trying to do.
Mallory-Anne Perron '14
It feels amazing to see more and more students at Fitchburg State who want to get engaged. It’s so close and dear to me to see young Latinos and people of color, because I totally know what they’re going through.
Getting a College Degree Was Not a Foregone Conclusion for Alexandra Valdez '15
Fighting for equality is always at my core, along with human rights. We should all be able to start with a clean slate.
Shalayah Washington '14 Makes Music That Matters