If I’m there, I’m going to put 110% effort in, and we’ll see what happens. My mindset is, we’re already here, we might as well make the most of it.
Julia Miele ‘22
I’ve been super-disciplined. Running, going to practice and going to the meets puts me in a mindset of working to be successful. If I have time to go on a 10-mile run, then I should have time to do an hour or two of homework. I make sure everything balances out.
Taban Manyok ‘24
It’s a great fit, I’m a member of that community, and we exist among each other and support each other.
Elliot Zopatti '24
In its 20 years of operations, the CIC has helped build and support world language programs, created opportunities for students and faculty to study abroad, and sustained a rich series of programs to entertain and enlighten residents of North Central Massachusetts.
The Center for Italian Culture celebrates a history of supporting students
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