2025 Open House Program

HOUSE

OPEN

WELCOME TO FALL 2025

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

OPENHOUSE

Jessica Greco MAJOR: Psychology HOMETOWN:

Southington, CT

Schedule for the day:

8:30 – 9:30 AM

Check-in Academic Department & Student Services Fair

9:30 – 10:00 AM

Welcome

HAMMOND HALL

Fitchburg State University’s welcoming community, driven faculty, and athletic environment have been helping me figure out who I am and where I want to be! Throughout my time here, I’ve had many opportunities to engage in meaningful classes, been given resources to help me succeed, and met some amazing people along the way.

College was something I had been looking forward to from a very young age, but I didn’t decide until my senior year of high school that I would attend here.

Little did I know that would be the best choice of my life. Being a student athlete, my schedule tends to be a little busier than most. With that being said, by having smaller class sizes, I really get to know my professors and they get to know me. It’s nice knowing that my professors always have my back and are invested in my goals and successes. Whether it’s an 8 AM or 3 PM class, I’m always excited to learn. The professors’ kindness and understanding are something I hold very dear.

Here at Fitchburg State, I have discovered the vision I have for my future self, and it’s all thanks to this community, campus, coaches, friends, and professors.

I have never been to a place that has made me feel this at home, and I can promise this school is making me into the person younger me would be proud of. As you go through your college years, my advice would be to get involved, get out of your comfort zone, and study hard. Set goals for yourself, and here at Fitchburg, everyone is willing to do anything to make that happen!

WESTON AUDITORIUM

Let’s kick off your day with a welcome from our President, Dr. Donna Hodge and our VP for Enrollment & Student Success, Pamela McCafferty.

10:15 – 11:00 AM

Academic Sessions

LOCATIONS, SEE PAGE 3

Meet our faculty and students. Learn more about what makes our programs distinctive and how they will prepare you for the future.

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

LOCATIONS, SEE PAGE 4

These sessions will give you more insight on the Admissions and Financial Aid processes and resources on campus.

12:15 - 1:30 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM

Homecoming (see All Access Pass for details)

HOLMES DINING COMMON

WOULD YOU LIKE TO TAKE A TOUR? Starting at 11 AM, campus tours will depart from the tent on the quad every ten minutes until 1:30 PM.

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Our Fall Open Houses are your opportunity to learn all about what Fitchburg State University has to offer you. You’ll meet with faculty, staff, and current students.

They will help you plan your day and answer any questions you may have.

See CAMPUS MAP on pages 5-6 to help you navigate your way.

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ACADEMIC SESSIONS 10:15 – 11:00 AM Behavioral Sciences Criminal Justice / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 107 Human Services & Sociology / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 209

Biology / ANTONUCCI SCIENCE COMPLEX, ROOM 211 Biotechnology • Environmental Biology • Health Sciences Secondary Ed., Initial Teacher Licensure (8-12)* • Neuroscience & Behavior

Business Administration / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 108 Accounting • Entrepeneurship & Innovation Information Systems Management • Management • Marketing

Chemistry / ANTONUCCI SCIENCE COMPLEX, ROOM 211 Biochemistry • Secondary Education, Initial Teacher Licensure (8-12)*

Communications Media / WESTON AUDITORIUM Digital Media Innovation Major • Film/Video Production • Game Design Major Graphic Design • Photography • Pub. Relations, Social Media & Advertising Prod.

Technical Theater • Theater

Computer Science / EDGERLY HALL, ROOM 201 Computer Information Systems • Computer Science Cybersecurity • Game Programing

Economics, History & Political Science / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 106 American Gov. /Law • Economics • History* • International Business & Economics International Politics • Political Science • Secondary Education

Education / MCKAY ARTS ACADEMY CAFETERIA Early Childhood • Educational Studies • Elementary • Middle School* • Special Ed.

Engineering Technology / CONLON HALL, 2ND FLOOR LOBBY Architecture • Construction Management • Electronics Engineering Technology Energy Management Engineering Tech. • Manufacturing Engineering Tech.

Technology/Engineering Education: Licensure (5-12)* Technology/Engineering Education: Non-Licensure Track

English Studies / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 209 Literature • Professional Writing • Middle/Secondary Ed., Initial Teacher Lic. (5-12)*

Environmental, Geographic & Public Health Sciences / ANTONUCCI SCIENCE COMPLEX, ROOMS 211 & 124 Environmental and Earth Science • Geographic Science and Technology Public Health Science: Environmental Public Health Concentration Public Health Science: Public Health Practice Concentration

Exercise & Sports Science / EXSS BUILDING, NORTH STREET Clinical Exercise Physiology • Fitness & Wellness • Strength & Conditioning

BREAKOUT 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM SESSIONS Student Panel HAMMOND HALL / FALCON HUB Want to continue the conversation from this morning? Hear from current students about what it’s like living on campus, how they choose to get involved, and more. Questions are always welcomed!

Ask our students what you’d like to know.

First Generation Top 10 Things HAMMOND HALL / ELLIS WHITE LECTURE HALL

Are you a first generation college student? First Gen Top 10 will outline the top ten things all first generation college students need to know while in their college search process. Join us as we dive into topics ranging from selecting your major to maximizing campus resources!

Admission & Financial Aid Information HAMMOND HALL / MAIN LOUNGE

The application process can be both an exciting and stressful time. Let us help you make it an easier one. Learn how to prepare a successful Fitchburg State admission application and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Come learn about our admission and financial aid approach and how we’ll help you make your enrollment a reality.

Study Abroad HAMMOND HALL / G01-G01B We offer a wide variety of ways to study abroad as part of your college experience. Studying abroad is an essential part of the undergraduate experience and allows students to grow academically, professionally, and personally. Hear from the Study Abroad Director, Nelly Wadsworth, and past study abroad students.

Humanities & Interdisciplinary Studies / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 209

Academic Affairs Academic Coaching & Tutoring Alumni & Development Athletics CARE & Case Management Career & Advising Center for Diversity & Inclusiveness Counseling Services Disability Services Financial Aid Housing & Residential Services Information Technology International Education Library OneCard Office Recreational Services

Mathematics / ANTONUCCI SCIENCE COMPLEX, ROOM 217

School of Graduate, Online and Continuing Education

Applied Mathematics • Middle/Secondary Ed., Initial Teacher Lic. (5-8) (8-12)* Statistical Modeling

Nursing / THOMPSON HALL, ROOM 111

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All Academic Departments

Military & Veteran Services

Creative Arts Enterprise • Creative Arts Therapies • Fine & Performing Arts General Science Education, Initial Teacher: Licensure (5-8) • Humanities Interdisciplinary Studies • Pre-Law

Psychological Science / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 105 Undecided / PERCIVAL HALL, ROOM 209

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT & STUDENT SERVICES FAIR

Student Development

* Middle/Secondary & Secondary Education majors should attend the presentations in their respective subject areas: Biology, Chemistry, English, History, or Mathematics.

TRIO Student Support Services University Police

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CAMPUS MAP HAMMOND HALL:

HOLMES DINING COMMONS:

Check in • Student Services Fair • Breakout Sessions

WESTON AUDITORIUM:

Lunch • Raffle Pick-Up Location

Official Welcome

NORTH STREET

PARKING

(faculty & staff)

Herlihy Hall

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(faculty & staff)

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Conlon Hall Fine Arts

Weston Auditorium

PARKING

Thompson Hall

CAMPUS QUADRANGLE

Sanders Admin.

Building

Anthony Student Service Center

(commuter students)

VISITOR PARKING

PARK.

Admissions

Percival Hall

Conlon Hall

PARKING

ROSS STREET

(faculty & staff)

HOLMAN STREET

Antonucci Science Complex

Dupont Facilities

Edgerly Hall

Library

Didn’t win a prize?

You can still pick up some Fitchburg State swag at the Falcon Bookstore & Gear Shop open from 8:30 AM – 2 PM in Hammond Hall.

130 North Street

NORTH STREET

Campus Center

Hammond Hall

Recreation Center

SS ST REET

(faculty & staff)

Holmes Dining Commons

During Open House take a picture on campus and post it on your Instagram story for a chance to win some Fitchburg State merch. Make sure to tag us in your story post @fitchburgstate. We will choose one random post every hour and you can collect your prizes at lunch!

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PARKING

Russell Towers

SOCIAL MEDIA RAFFLE

(reserved)

340 Highland

Miller Hall

VENUE

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PEA PARK.

PARKING (f & s)

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T.H.

(faculty & staff)

PARKING (f & s)

T.H.

Town House Apartments (T.H.)

T.H.

T.H.

T.H. PARKING

T.H.

CEDAR STREET

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(faculty & staff)

VISITOR PARKING

Guglielmi Mazzaferro Center

PARKING

M.V.

(faculty & staff)

Mara Village (M.V.)

M.V.

M.V.

M.V.

M.V.

M.V.

PARKING

(resident students)

M.V.

Mara Village (M.V.)

M.V.

M.V.

CEDAR STREET

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38

%

first generation college student

%

96 58 42 % 13K %

Female

Male

of faculty hold doctorates or highest degree in their field

THE NUMBERS

DON’T LIE.

more per year in their first job vs other 4 year college grads

Fitchburg State graduates earn

7

residential housing options

student clubs + 55 and organizations Black Student Union Biology and Chemistry Club Student Government Association 2 Fraternities / 3 Sororities Fitchburg Activities Board Gamer’s Arts & Anime Club Harry Potter Alliance Dance Club Improv Club Crafters Club Habitat For Humanity Gay Straight Alliance Musical Theater Club Rescue Squad ... and more!

300

student-athletes participating on

17

intercollegiate teams

undergrad students

3. 1K 31 %

61%

of freshmen live on campus

Take the first step toward becoming a Falcon!

1. You can apply to an undergraduate program for FREE using the Fitchburg State Application. FITCHBURGSTATE.EDU/APPLY 2. Submit your additional materials

3. Log into your status page You’ll receive an email after your application is submitted explaining how to access your status page.

REQUIRED: Transcript from High School

and college if you took Dual Enrollment Courses or are a Transfer Student

OPTIONAL: Essay (300 word minimum)

APPLY

4. Apply for Financial Aid

SAT / ACT Scores Letters of recommendation Resume Interview

FAFSA

Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Questions about anything?

3. 1K

Ask Admissions! We are always here for you!

graduate, evening, and online students

average class size

17

of new students at Fitchburg State transfer from other colleges

AT FITCHBURG STATE [7]

YOU COUNT.

75

minutes to Boston by train

The average cost to attend Fitchburg State is

3.24

average high school GPA

4,300

$

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15

minutes to Mount Wachusett

13 : 1 student to faculty ratio

less than the average of 4-year colleges in the U.S.

A Future Full of Possibilities

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT Mateo Agustin Moreno Diaz MAJOR:

Computer Science HOMETOWN:

Asuncion, Paraguay

Choosing where to go to college wasn’t easy for me. I knew I wanted to learn and gather knowledge in the area I was going to work most of my life, but I wasn’t completely sure what direction to take. Being an international student added another layer of challenges; there’s the distance from home, the legal paperwork, and the constant question of whether you’ll feel like you belong. When I found Fitchburg State, things started to make sense.

What stood out right away was how supportive the people here were, from the new friends that I made to my professors, faculty, and staff. Anytime I had questions, someone was there with answers and encouragement. That made a huge difference, because without that guidance, I don’t know if I would have been able to get everything in order on my own. Knowing I had people I could count on made the decision to come here much easier.

Now that I’m on campus, I can honestly say that I feel comfortable with my choice. My professors and classmates have been easy to connect with, and I’ve found that smaller classes really give you a chance to build real relationships with professors, and they are more likely to remember my background and name. Studying Human Services has opened my eyes to the kind of future I want, and having professors who are willing to sit down, talk, and help me plan out those goals has been invaluable.

Outside of academics, I’ve also been able to pursue something important to me: athletics. I’m training for an ultramarathon, and the discipline I’ve built through running carries over into the classroom and every other part of my life. Fitchburg has given me the space to grow in both directions, mentally and physically.

For me, this university has been more than just a place to get my degree. It’s where I’ve found balance, confidence, and comfortability.

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WE ARE REWRITING THE RULES OF COLLEGE PRICING! At Fitchburg State University, New England residents now pay less in tuition and fees than they would in their own state. Your future is waiting to be built. Located in the heart of North Central Massachusetts, our vibrant campus is where you can explore over 50 career-focused programs and immerse yourself in a dynamic student community. This is everything you’ve been looking for: a top-tier education, a place to belong, and a price that makes it all possible.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE

Direct Admissions Program fitchburgstate.edu/directadmissions

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT DeMisty Bellinger-Delfeld, Ph.D. Professor, English Studies School of Arts & Sciences

Fitchburg felt familiar. The small class sizes, the camaraderie among students, and the ease with which students and faculty interacted attracted me to Fitchburg State University during my interview visit. I went to a similar campus when I was an undergraduate student and like many of my fellow classmates, I was a first generation student (the first person in my family to attend college) from a working class community. At Fitchburg State, I saw myself reflected in many of the students on campus: not only first gen and middle or working class, but also students who were serious about college and eager to learn. I saw students who wanted to give back to their communities post graduation. And I wanted to be a part of this community!

Soon after taking the job and moving here from my home state of Wisconsin, I found that I was correct: Fitchburg State students are growing scholars and future leaders. I am both not surprised and amazed to see our alumni have successes in industry, in governance, and in education. And as a professor of creative writing, I am proud that many of my students have published their writing, or have gotten into prestigious creative writing MFA programs, or work in the professional writing fields such as editing, journalism, and business writing.

Over a decade since my first visit to Massachusetts, I am elated to watch our good regional university grow into a great institution for its students, its employees, its city and the surrounding areas, and New England as a whole. With President Hodge and the entire Fitchburg State University community, I truly feel I fit here!

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UNDERGRADUATE Program List APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY • Technology/Engineering, Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Lic. (5-12) • Technology/Engineering Education Industry Training

BIOLOGY* • Biology, Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (8-12) • Biotechnology • Environmental Biology • Health Sciences • Neuroscience and Behavior

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION*

Scan to review Four Year Plans of Study by major.

ENGLISH STUDIES • English, Middle/Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (5-12) • Literature* • Professional Writing*

ENVIRONMENTAL & EARTH SCIENCE* EXERCISE & SPORTS SCIENCE • Clinical Exercise Physiology • Fitness and Wellness • Strength Training and Conditioning

GAME DESIGN*

• Accounting • Entrepreneurship & Innovation • Information Systems Management • Management • Marketing

GEOGRAPHIC SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY* HISTORY* • History, Middle/Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (5-12)

HUMAN SERVICES*

CHEMISTRY* • Biochemistry • Chemistry, Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (8-12)

COMMUNICATIONS MEDIA • Film and Video Production • Graphic Design* • Photography* • Public Relations, Social Media, and Advertising Production* • Technical Theater* • Theater*

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS • Cybersecurity

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES • Fine and Performing Arts • General Sciences Initial Teacher Licensure (5-8) • Humanities • Pre-Law

MATHEMATICS* • Applied Mathematics • Mathematics, Middle/Sec. Ed. Initial Teacher Lic. (5-8) (8-12) • Statistical Modeling

NURSING • BS in Nursing*** • LPN to BS in Nursing Bridge Program • RN to BS in Nursing (100% online)

COMPUTER SCIENCE* • Game Programming • Cybersecurity

OCCUPATIONAL/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION (100% ONLINE)

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT*

POLITICAL SCIENCE* • American Government/Law • International Politics

CREATIVE ARTS ENTERPRISE • Music • Theater • Visual Art

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

CREATIVE ARTS THERAPIES • Art • Drama • Music

CRIMINAL JUSTICE* • Criminal Justice: Police Program (4+1 Police Program)

DIGITAL MEDIA INNOVATION* EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION* • Early Childhood Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (PreK-2)

• LECOM Early Acceptance Programs** • Pre-Athletic Training • Pre-Dental • Pre-Law • Pre-Law with UMass Dartmouth (3+3 joint program)** • Pre-Medical • Pre-Occupational Therapy • Pre-Physical Therapy • Pre-Physician Assistant • Pre-Veterinarian

PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE* PUBLIC HEALTH SCIENCE*

ECONOMICS*

• Environmental Public Health • Public Health Practice

• International Business and Economics

EDUCATIONAL STUDIES

SOCIOLOGY*

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION* • Elementary Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (1-6)

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY • Architecture • Electronics Engineering Technology • Energy Management Engineering Technology • Manufacturing Engineering Technology

SPECIAL EDUCATION* • Moderate Disabilities Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (PreK-8) • Severe Disabilities Ed. Initial Teacher Licensure (All levels)

UNDECLARED / PRE-MAJOR * May be taken as a major or minor. ** Special circumstances apply. Contact Admissions. *** Not accepting transfer students.

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