All Alerts

FSU Emergency Alert: The situation near campus is under control. Call University Police at 978-665-3111 for further assistance. The campus is secure.

Fitchburg Police are actively investigating a report of shots fired near 70 North St. at approximately 9:55 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4. There were no reported injuries and the suspect left the area in an unknown direction.
A comprehensive investigation is ongoing in coordination with local law enforcement. While police maintain an increased presence in the area, the campus community is urged to remain vigilant.
Critical Safety & Awareness Tips
Your safety is our top priority. Please review and practice these precautions to help mitigate risk and protect yourself and others:

Stay Aware of Your Surroundings: Walk with confidence, keep your head up, and avoid distractions like texting or wearing headphones when walking at night.

See Something, Say Something: Immediately report any suspicious individuals, unusual behavior, or vehicles to law enforcement. Do not hesitate to trust your instincts.

Travel in Groups: Whenever possible, walk with friends or colleagues, especially during late-night hours.

Utilize Campus Safety Escorts: If you are traveling across campus at night and feel unsafe, utilize the FSU Police safety escort services.

Secure Your Spaces: Keep residence hall doors, windows, and vehicles locked at all times.

Emergency Contact Information
Off-Campus Emergencies: Dial 911 immediately.

On-Campus Emergencies & Reporting: Contact the Fitchburg State University Police Department at 978-665-3111.

Prompt Reporting: Please report all criminal incidents, suspicious activity, or losses to the University Police Department immediately to aid in a swift response.

Safety is Everyone's Business: Being cautious, prepared, and alert significantly reduces the risk of incidents that compromise our community's safety. For comprehensive safety resources and additional personal safety tips, please visit the University Police and Campus Safety Website .

This is a Fitchburg State University alert. This is a test of the Fitchburg State University Emergency Notification system. This is only a test. In the event of an actual emergency, this public information system would provide information and guidance on how to respond. Emergency notifications may be received by email, voice and text message. Please visit http://alert.fitchburgstate.edu to update your emergency contact information. Thank you for participating in this test.

This is a Fitchburg State University alert. This is a test of the Fitchburg State University Emergency Notification system. This is only a test. In the event of an actual emergency, this public information system would provide information and guidance on how to respond. Emergency notifications may be received by email, voice and text message. Please visit http://alert.fitchburgstate.edu to update your emergency contact information. Thank you for participating in this test.

This is a safety notice from Fitchburg State University. Police activity on Clinton Street is continuing but, in coordination with Fitchburg Police, there is no threat to the public.

FSU Alert: Police activity in the area of 48 Clinton St. Please keep clear of that area.

This is an FSU Alert. While law enforcement remains present on Willow Street, there is no threat to campus at this time, and residents of Simonds Hall do not need to remain indoors.

This is a Fitchburg State University Alert. FSU Police are currently monitoring an active law enforcement operation being conducted by the City of Fitchburg Police Department near Simonds Hall on Willow Street.

At this time, there is no known threat to the campus itself, but we are issuing this notice out of an abundance of caution due to the proximity of the activity.

Avoid the Willow Street area.

If you are in Simonds Hall or reside in a nearby residential building, stay inside until further notice.

Official updates will be sent via RAVE Alert.

This is a Fitchburg State University Alert: Due to inclement weather, the university is closed Friday, March 6, and both day and evening classes are canceled.

This is a Fitchburg State University Alert: The opening of the university has been delayed 90 minutes on Wednesday, March 4. Offices will open at 9:30 a.m., and classes that start before 9:30 a.m. are canceled.