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 dedicated to supporting and enriching your Fitchburg State experience. Our team offers a wide range of opportunities to help you connect, grow, and thrive during your time here. From co-curricular learning, engagement opportunities, and leadership development to personalized support services like counseling, case management, access to basic needs, disability services, our offices are here to support every aspect of your college journey.

We pride ourselves on being approachable, accessible, informed, and deeply engaged in campus life. We work closely with colleagues across the University to ensure you have the tools and support you need to succeed.

Not sure where to turn with a question or concern? Start with the Dean of Students Office or any of the offices listed below—we’re here to help.

We look forward to meeting you and supporting you every step of the way and watching you soar!

Student Affairs Offices and Departments

CARE and Case Management

We're here to promote student success and retention with the objective of reducing risk, enhancing safety and holistic well-being.

Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness (CDI)

The CDI delivers programs designed to contribute to a positive campus culture of appreciation and respect for differences. 

Counseling Services

Our counselors provide services focused on wellness, growth, and self advocacy, in order to enhance your success at the university and in the larger community.

Disability Services

Empowering qualified students with disabilities to engage in all facets of academic, residential and student life.

Housing and Residential Services

We're creating a vibrant on-campus living experience for you.

Military and Veteran Services

We appreciate your service to our nation and we're here to provide the support to achieve both your academic and social goals.

Student Engagement

Home to all campus clubs and organizations, the leadership development program, volunteerism, commuter affairs, and orientation.

TRIO

We host three TRIO programs: Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math and Science, and TRIO Student Support Service. Learn more about these programs.

Student Affairs Leadership Team

Questions? Get in touch! 
Assistant Dean of Student Support and Director of Counseling Services

Dr. Robert Hynes

Assistant Dean
Read more about: Dr. Robert Hynes
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Assistant Dean of Student Engagement

TBD

Position vacant
Care and Case Management, Director

Joseph Flanagan

Email: jflana15@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3887
Read more about: Joseph Flanagan
Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Executive Director

Joshua Dodds

Email: jdodds3@fitchburgstate.edu   Phone: 978.665.3718
Read more about: Joshua Dodds
Community Health Connections, Physicians Assistant

Kelly Gonalves

The ACTION Community Health Center is located close to our campus in Central Plaza at 130 Water Street (Market Basket plaza), where students can access a broad array of primary care services, behavioral health care services,* and dental care. CHC has created a dedicated phone line for Fitchburg State students to create appointments at the ACTION center: 978.410.6146.
Read more about: Kelly Gonalves
Disability Services, Director

Emily Stark

Email: estark2@fitchburgstate.edu   Phone: 978.665.4029
Read more about: Emily Stark
Housing and Residential Services, Director

Kris Braun

Email: kbraun@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3219
Read more about: Kris Braun
Military and Veteran Services, Director

Nolan Buck

Email: nbuck@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.4174
Read more about: Nolan Buck
TRIO SSS, Director

Dr. Beth Swartz

Email: eswartz1@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.4613 
Read more about: Dr. Beth Swartz
Upward Bound, Director

Julie Primeau

Email: jprimeau@fitchburgstate.edu  Phone: 978.665.3011
Read more about: Julie Primeau
Upward Bound Math and Science, Director

Nate Obin

Email: nobin@fitchburgstate.edu   Phone: 978.665.3010
Read more about: Nate Obin