Student Affairs

Promoting the intellectual, cultural, personal, and social development of our students.
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Welcome Falcons!

The Division of Student Affairs is comprised of 12 departments who are here to provide opportunities for you outside the classroom and support your journey as a Falcon. We also have a central Office of Students Affairs, where you can and should call if you want to celebrate your accomplishments, strategize what to do in challenging situations, learn how to get things done at Fitchburg State, and learn how to access some resources. We can be first on your list!

Division of Student Affairs Mission Statement:

“The Division of Student Affairs strives to support and educate students. We engage the community and enrich the Fitchburg State University experience. Collaboratively, we provide high-quality and innovative opportunities, experiences, and resources to empower our students to achieve their potential. Our work enables them to gain the skills and perspective needed to successfully navigate a dynamic world. Inspired by the diversity within our community, we foster an inclusive environment that cultivates respect, values the individual, and honors the contributions of all.”

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Let’s get connected! I look forward to watching you soar! For more information about how Student Affairs can support you, please explore our resources and information below.

Go Falcons!

Laura A. Bayless, PhD
Vice President for Student Affairs

Office of Student Affairs Resources

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CARE Team

Here to address the needs of students facing a variety of concerns.

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Case Management

Case Management promotes student success and retention with the objective of reducing risk, enhancing safety and holistic well-being.

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Dean of Students

See our various policies and procedures.

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Falcons Care Center

The Falcons Care Center is designed to be a one stop student support shop, centralizing the many resources we have available to support and assist all students for a variety of needs or concerns.

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Policies

See our various policies and procedures.

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Student Conduct

Student Conduct is primarily responsible for the oversight of matters relating to the student conduct process at Fitchburg State University.

More Resources

Student Affairs Staff

Questions? Get in touch! 
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Vice President of Student Affairs

Dr. Laura Bayless

Email: lbayless@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3215
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Dean of Students

Tim St. John

Email: tstjohn1@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.4141
Read more about: Tim St. John
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Director for Care and Case Management

Joseph Flanagan

Email: jflana15@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3887
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Graduate Assistant for Case Management

Jaimee Dalton

Email: jdalton3t@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3714  
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Administrative Assistant for Immunizations and Records

Candie Conner

Email: cconner6@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3889
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Staff Assistant

Shanna Sallah

Email: ssallah@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3130