Patrick to meet with residents at Framingham State Jun 1, 2008
Gov. Deval Patrick and his staff will be at Framingham State College on Monday, June 2, at 6 p.m. to listen to MetroWest residents' concerns about education at the last public forum for the Readiness Project. The Readiness Project was set up as a council with a mission to develop a 10-year strategic plan to implement the governor's vision for education in the commonwealth, including specific action steps, timelines, benchmarks and cost estimates, according to the governor's Web site. (Framingham TAB, MA)
MW Chamber effort cites success as business leadership magnet May 31, 2008
"This is not completely well baked, it is still gelling, which is really exciting'' said Michelle Drolet, CEO of Internet security company Towerwall Inc., who made the initiative one of her pet projects as 2008 chairwoman of the chamber. Nancy Cantor, consultant and creator of Dream Factory, a support community for female entrepreneurs, helps recruit speakers and organize events such as an upcoming evening social at Garden in the Woods in Framingham on Tuesday and a women's leadership conference... (Framingham TAB, MA)
Chancellor lauds Framingham graduates May 26, 2008
Speaking at her alma mater, outgoing chancellor of the state Department of Higher Education Patricia Plummer told Framingham State College graduates they are living proof of the strength of the state's college system. "All of you sitting here today hold in your hands the ticket to your future - and to some extent the economic future of the Commonwealth," said Plummer, who also began her teaching career at the state college in 1974. (Boston Globe)
Questioning the price May 24, 2008
Framingham State College spokeswoman Mari Megias said she didn't have data on whether students choose the school based in part on its tuition and fees officials market the school regionally because of its relatively low cost. "It's really tough to draw conclusions," she said. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Joseph Callahan May 24, 2008
He attended Framingham State College and the College of the Redwoods in California. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the late 1970s. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
FSC newspaper finalist for major award May 21, 2008
Framingham State College s student newspaper was honored as part of a national competition of school journalists. The Society of Professional Journalists announced earlier today that the college s student newspaper, The Gatepost, is one of two national finalists for the society s 2007 editorial writing competition. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Nashoba gamers fight epic battles May 20, 2008
Slowly, players were eliminated in the double elimination-style tournament, and soon, only two names remained: Justin Ferrante and Jake Moore, who both drove in from Framingham State College. In an epic duel, the deciding factor came, and the song was Dragonforce s Through the Fire and Flames. (Bolton Common, MA)
Framingham State working toward land deals May 18, 2008
Framingham State College is close to purchasing two Adams Road properties that school officials say will add more office space and extra room for future construction. The properties would provide short-term use as offices for academic and other functions, said college President Timothy Flanagan. (Framingham TAB, MA)
To get accreditation, Framingham State may delay arming police May 18, 2008
Trustees at Framingham State College support their campus police working toward a new level of professional accreditation - a process that may expand the force and delay a decision on arming officers for as long as a year. College President Timothy Flanagan said the nine-member Board of Trustees voted unanimously Thursday night to support the department attaining professional status from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission Inc. Only seven campus police departments have been... (Framingham TAB, MA)
Sports notes (May 9) May 16, 2008
Framingham State College outfielder Steven Tramontozzi was selected to the All-MASCAC Softball Second Team. Tramontozzi, a freshman from Watertown, finished the 2008 season with a. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Alumna leaves $165,000 to FSC May 15, 2008
Though she graduated the same year Franklin Roosevelt was president, crooks Bonnie and Clyde led police across the country and Adolf Hitler became fuhrer of Germany, Amesbury native Louise Pillsbury Guild never forgot her alma mater of Framingham State College. Guild, who passed away at the age of 95 in Brookings, SD, on Nov. 9, 2007, left $165,000 for the college that she graduated from in 1934. (Framingham TAB, MA)
New director of operations for Visiting Nurse and Community Health May 13, 2008
Santomassimo holds a master s degree from the University of Rhode Island, and a bachelor s degree from Framingham State College. For over 100 years, VNCH has been acknowledged as the preeminent home health care provider in Eastern Massachusetts. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
VNCH names new director of operations May 8, 2008
Santomassimo holds a master s degree from the University of Rhode Island, and a bachelor s degree from Framingham State College. VNCH CEO Christine Dixon, RN, BSN, MMHC, welcomed Santomassimo stating, His experience creating organizational infrastructures from the ground up and his proven expertise in the areas of community outreach and team building make C (as he is known) an invaluable asset to VNCH and our new Hospice Care program. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
United Way celebrates 75th anniversary May 4, 2008
Framingham State College was presented the Mulready Volunteer Award; Robin Nichols of The TJX Cos. was presented with the Campaign Coordinator Award; and TJX also was singled out for the United Way of Tri-County Summit Award, the highest recognition given by the organization. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Students honored for work in diversity May 3, 2008
In later years, other school districts were added, plus Framingham State College began offering four-year scholarships to the winners, said Anspach. Many of the winners don t realize how much recognition the diversity awards generate: More than 500 people attended Friday morning s breakfast at the Framingham Sheraton ballroom. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Keefe Tech Alumni honored May 2, 2008
Dumas served three years as a cavalry scout in the United States Army before matriculating to Framingham State College where he received a bachelor of arts degree in graphic design with a minor in communication. His first job upon graduation was with Fast Signs in Framingham. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Simply smashing Apr 23, 2008
7:30 p.m. Framingham State College, Dwight Performing Arts Center, 100 State St., Framingham. Park at the Maynard Road or the Maple Street lots and take a free shuttle to the show. (Boston Globe)
Framingham State to host 'green' forum Apr 19, 2008
Framingham State College will host a forum on global climate change, including more than 80 exhibits, at its campus next week. According to a college spokesperson, the college s first Green Festival will be held on Tuesday, April 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 pm. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Candidate supports college club's push for student weapons Apr 18, 2008
A U.S. Senate candidate supported some Framingham State College students who said yesterday, on the anniversary of the Virginia Tech shootings, that they want the ability to protect themselves. Jeff Beatty, a Republican from Harwich who is vying for the Senate seat held by John Kerry, appeared at a forum yesterday hosted by students at the campus. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Re-vamping school lunch Apr 18, 2008
He ll visit other schools in the coming months as well as attend a menu workshop at Framingham State College in May. Striking a balance between the nutritional needs of the students with what interests their taste buds is a constant struggle, he said. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Weird science: Newton North Science Team heads to National Olympiad Apr 16, 2008
In the Massachusetts Science Olympiad, held at Framingham State College on March 15, Newton North stormed the events. We won last year, said Gibson. (Newton Tab, MA)
Celebrations Apr 16, 2008
Included on the dean s list for the fall 2007 semester at Framingham State College are Kelly Connolly, Elyse Barry and Lauren DiPietro. Keep up the good work. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Mayors Ball honors Ayres Apr 15, 2008
This continued commitment to our City, added Stevens, is ongoing all while Peggy attends Framingham State College at night working toward receipt this spring of her bachelor's degree. The evening was one of giving as Stevens thanked the sponsors, those who donated to the silent auction and everyone for "being here tonight.". (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
ROUSE: Making strides in the autism battle Apr 12, 2008
Interestingly enough, there were three sets of grandparents in the group, along with a class from Framingham State College. Grandparents, of which we have a goodly supply, at the center, are profoundly affected by autism for a number of reasons, one of which may be a concern for genetics and the possibility that they are the carriers. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Addressing the nursing shortage Apr 11, 2008
From her State Street office, Framingham State College professor of nursing Susan Conrad has worked hard to address the acute shortage of nurse educators in the state ... "She (Conrad) has approached this challenge with the passion and energy of an apostle and a commitment to the principle that programs should be built upon a foundation of collaboration." Robert Martin Vice president of Framingham State College s academic affairs office. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Bose exec to be honored at FSC next week Apr 9, 2008
Framingham State College s economics and business development department will honor a Bose Corporation executive during its annual award ceremony next week. Rob Ramrath, Bose Corporation s chief information officer, will be given the department s "Businessman of the Year Award, and will be a guest speaker, according to Abdul Momen, with the school s economics & Business Administration department. Educated as a mechanical engineer with a BSME, Romrath has worked for Bose for 17 years. According... (Framingham TAB, MA)
Candidate column: Shelly MacNeill Mar 19, 2008
I graduated from Stoneham High School and attended Framingham State College, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Consumer and Family Studies. Since 1994, I have worked for the Massachusetts State Legislature and currently serve as chief of staff to a Massachusetts state senator. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Men get prison in '05 home invasion, rape Mar 16, 2008
FRAMINGHAM E-mail system compromised; threats sent Officials at Framingham State College say they have alerted the FBI after finding that hackers had broken into the school's e-mail system and sent threatening messages across the country. Patrick Laughran, the college's chief information technology officer, said the e-mails' content was "threatening someone in exchange for money." He says they have been traced to China, Russia, and Sudan. (Boston Globe)
FSC e-mail system used to send nationwide threats Mar 15, 2008
Campus police and other law enforcement officials are investigating who hacked into the Framingham State College e-mail system to send threatening messages across the country. The e-mails content was essentially threatening someone in exchange for money, said Patrick Laughran, the college s chief information technology officer. (Framingham TAB, MA)
AroundTown March 7 Mar 8, 2008
A big round of applause for Ashley E. Hall, Class of 2009; Matt W. McRae, Class of 2008; and Jenny M. McRae, Class of 2010, of Pembroke, all of whom were named to the deans list for the fall 2007 semester at Framingham State College. Ashley is a food and nutrition major. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Marlborough boys hoop on cusp of history Mar 7, 2008
Nicholas played hoops at Algonquin, Framingham State College and in Greece. Riley first met Nicholas in the late 1980s when the aspiring coach worked basketball camps at Marlborough High. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Reflecting on the past, facing the future Mar 2, 2008
The couple was married for about 20 years, Rozek said, and after they were divorced, Grant stayed in Massachusetts and went to Framingham State College, where she studied home economics. Eventually, she met Pete Grant and the two were married. (Santa Maria Times)
3 colleges boost security amid threats Feb 28, 2008
Officials at Bridgewater State College, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and Framingham State College have beefed up security after threatening notes were found in the bathrooms of buildings on their campuses. Bridgewater State officials have added police patrols after finding a series of notes. (Boston Globe)
Marathon's hosts hope visitors linger Feb 28, 2008
Kilduff even wants to recruit Framingham State College to help the area form an identity based on health consciousness, using its well-respected nutrition program. "All of that is just waiting to be pulled together and shaped into an image that says this is a healthy place to live," said Kilduff. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Developing a grasp on curiosity Feb 15, 2008
In 2005, the charter school was renamed in honor of Framingham native Christa McAuliffe, a Framingham State College graduate and school teacher who died onboard the space shuttle Challenger more than 20 years ago. These days, said O'Neill, there is a better relationship between McAuliffe and area districts, including Framingham. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Vets often denied academic credits for military experience, special skills Feb 5, 2008
Bill Blanchard, 26, a Framingham State College business student, left for basic training just before his senior year at American University. While in the Army, he took intensive classes in Army psychological operations, which American later refused to accept for credit. (Boston Globe)
Neighbors (Feb. 7) Feb 5, 2008
The following Framingham State College students from Needham were named to the dean s list and the president s list for the fall 2007 semester. To be selected for the dean s list, a student must earn a quality point average of 3. (Needham Tab, MA)
Curtis/Davis to wed in May Feb 3, 2008
Curtis is a 2004 graduate of Framingham State College, where she earned her bachelor's degree in business; she graduated from Southern New Hampshire University in 2007 with her master's degree in business. She is an elementary school teacher with the Hernando County Public Schools. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Adair: Schools cant do it alone Feb 1, 2008
Who knows what teachers say behind closed doors, but last Saturday at the MLK Youth Conference at Framingham State College, frustration was voiced by educators discussing the topic. Take Keefe Tech Principal James Lynch for example, whose staff has worked hard to improve since the school was put on the state "watch list" in 2003 due to poor MCAS scores. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Scarpato is now center of attention Jan 27, 2008
Perseverance has paid off for Rob Scarpato , who didn't make the varsity basketball team until his senior year at Hopkinton High, but is now in his third season as a starting center at Framingham State College. "I was kind of off the map when it came to being recruited, but when I came to Framing ham State and was doing some 360 dunks in the gym, I was encouraged to come out for basketball," recalled the 6-foot-6-inch senior, who was averaging 10. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Cameron Middle School reflects a world of experience Jan 25, 2008
Cameron officials also plan trips to local colleges, including Framingham State College (Cameron students also write to students at FSC) and Boston College. At Wellesley College, Cameron students participate in an art program - the college covers the cost for the middle schoolers to attend the program. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Old building makes a comeback Jan 17, 2008
Their new associate, Kevin Davis, is a graduate of St. John s High School, Framingham State College and New England School of Law. Also planning to occupy space in the newly rehabbed building are the offices of Community Financial Group (CFG), located at 18 Pope St. for the past four years. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Challenges of kids' nutrition Jan 17, 2008
The writer is professor of food and nutrition at Framingham State College, where she chairs the department of consumer sciences. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Robbins, Ciccarelli boost Bentley Jan 17, 2008
Two from area earn soccer honors Framingham State College freshman midfielder Jason Silva of Milford has been selected to the Men's Soccer New England Region Second Team. Silva had an outstanding rookie season for the Rams, who captured their first Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference regular-season championship and earned the second seed in the ECAC New England men's soccer championship. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
ENGAGEMENT: Kennedy McNulty Jan 4, 2008
After high school she attended Framingham State College and Northeastern University. She works as a paralegal and real estate agent at Jack Conway in Hingham. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Charles Sposato, a shaper of young minds, instiller of spirit Dec 20, 2007
For 15 years he taught at Farley Middle School in Framingham, along the way receiving a master's in education from Framingham State College in 1974. Then he moved to the high school, where he created a program for at-risk students and helped reinvent the English curriculum. (Boston Globe)
Framingham State eyes Marlborough Conference Center purchase Dec 19, 2007
With Framingham State College surrounded by neighborhoods, officials are considering buying and renovating a Marlborough conference complex for more housing and classrooms. "There seems to be support for the idea" among students, said Dale Hamel, the school's vice president of administration and finance. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Voice of the Hillers Dec 14, 2007
"And the best part about being the voice is getting the kids in the game and giving credit to the kids when they deserve it." He continued "I give a lot of breaks to the kids; if a kid touches a kid. . .give them an assisted tackle to make them feel better about themselves." Marso, a graduate of Framingham State College, admits he gets psyched for the games. "I ve done it for so long. It s automatic. I don t have a script. I have a roster. I know a lot about what goes on in this town," he said. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Backward Glances for Dec. 6 Dec 6, 2007
Hudson resident Geraldine Jackson was elected president of the freshman class at Framingham State College American Legion Auxiliary members collected 93 gifts for the patients at Bedford Veterans Hospital. Among those assisting in the project were: Nellie Kurgan, Alice Fish, Mary Cardinal, Iva Adams and Merle Hunter About 40 candidates for the Hudson High School girls basketball team reported to coach Polly Crockett Conant Faxon, administrator of Marlborough Hospital, told Hudson Rotarians of... (Hudson Sun, MA)
Framingham officers credits new program in Route 9 rescue Nov 25, 2007
When Curtis arrived on the scene Friday night, at the bridge spanning Pleasant and High streets at the entrance to Framingham State College, he said he tried to imagine what Abbott would have said. "I'm trying to understand you, so you need to explain it," the officer told the man. (Boston Globe)
Class Act: 'Mrs. D' marks 30 years in teaching Nov 8, 2007
Hired by St. Michael Parish shortly after her 1974 graduation from Framingham State College, the former Stella MacDonald taught third grade for two years before assuming her grade one duties. After marrying Hudson native David Daigneault, they settled in Hudson. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Old-look campuses Nov 6, 2007
Prisca Mungalachetty (left) and Angelleen Smith at work on organic chemistry in a 1975 building at Framingham State College ... Last week at Framingham State College, professors at the science center, which is in line for a $51 million renovation, said conditions at the 1975 building had steadily declined. (Boston Globe)
Taking the next step in nutrition Oct 19, 2007
Patricia Luoto, professor of food and nutrition at Framingham State College and director of the college's John C. Stalker Institute of Food and Nutrition, said schools face a "double-edged sword" when it comes to offering nutritious meals. She said the cost of offering fresh nutritional food can be more than less-healthy choices, managers of school lunch programs are faced with "a double-edged sword" of offering nutritious food and covering a lunchroom's expenses. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Patrick urges $2b upgrade of colleges Oct 10, 2007
"This is a major project that will modernize our classrooms, labs, our entire science program," said Peter Chisholm, a spokesman for Framingham State College, which would receive $51 million to renovate its science center. Ellen O'Connor, vice chancellor for administration and finance at UMass-Boston, said the $125 million in Patrick's plan for repairs and new academic buildings was a rare windfall for the Columbia Point campus. (Boston Globe)
Some see potential in the pairing of businesses with colleges Oct 6, 2007
And, though Framingham State College hasn't discussed a partnership with Genzyme yet, said spokesman Peter Chisholm, having a Genzyme employee on the college's board of trustees would seem to make it a natural fit. "I definitely see an opportunity to create some connection there," said Planning Board Administrator Jay Grande during the board's discussion of the master plan, which is being updated for the first time since 1988. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Boulder educator finds rapport key to success Oct 5, 2007
A 1995 graduate of Carroll College with a bachelor s degree in English literature and writing, Shipman earned a master s degree in international education in 2001 at Framingham State College in Worcester, Mass. And he earned a master s in educational leadership from Montana State University-Bozeman in 2005. (Helena Independent Record)
Around town: Words (for men) to live by Oct 2, 2007
LOCALS EXCEL AT FRAMINGHAM STATE The following Framingham State College students were named to the President s list and Dean s list for the spring 2007 semester. President s list: Kristen M. Grabowski from Abington and Kelliegh L. Sheehan from Rockland. (Abington Mariner, MA)
Cartoon Controversy At UVA No Laughing Matter Sep 15, 2007
Earlier this year at Framingham State College in Massachusetts, for example, female students embarrassed by a front-page photo showing their bare bellies at a lacrosse game stole some 1,000 newspapers. More than one of the accused thieves told police the picture made them look fat. (WTVR.com, VA)
Fall Arts Preview Sep 9, 2007
11/9: "The Big Oh!" Heineman Ecumenical Center, Framingham State College, Framingham. 11/10: "The Big Oh!" First Church Congregational, 11 Garden St., Cambridge. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Rams revamp program Sep 9, 2007
FRAMINGHAM - The dire situation - four wins over five seasons - mandated a fresh new approach for the Framingham State College football program. The result. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Framingham State gets kick out of her Sep 2, 2007
He is a 2001 Framingham State College graduate. Monique Walker of the Globe staff also contributed to this report. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Quotes of note Sep 1, 2007
"Let's be realistic, kids party on Thursdays. That's not going to stop with more Friday classes. Students will just skip or show up hungover."MIKE WEBB, a Framingham State College junior, on the push for more Friday classes to curb Thursday night partying. "Ted Nugent was giving a concert and he held up a machine gun and made veiled threats about Hillary and Barack Obama. I find this shocking. Ted Nugent still has concerts?"BILL MAHER. (Boston Globe)
Friday goes back onto the calendar Aug 31, 2007
Officials at Framingham State College plan to hold more Friday classes, estimating that only 3,700 of their roughly 6,000 students take classes that day. "Thursday night has become the traditional night to socialize, and the socialization can last to the wee hours," said Susanne Conley, the college's dean of students. (Boston Globe -- Local)
YouTube becoming vehicle for breaking into ad work Aug 24, 2007
Cummings and Fiandaca met at Framingham State College, where they studied graphic design and fine arts, respectively. Over the years they've made a handful of short films, including a short promotional spot last year for NBC's "The Office." The team made that ad for a national contest sponsored by YouTube, The Office and NBC. The pair finished in the top 10 of that competition. (MSNBC -- Business)
Conover is the one who is really cooking now Aug 16, 2007
All this with his parents, Wayne and Patty, and younger sister Allison, a cheerleader at Framingham State College, in the stands, having made the trip from their home in Whitman to LP Field. "It was definitely a fun night," Conover said during a phone conversation prior to the Titans' practice at Nashville's Baptist Sports Park on Monday afternoon. (Bucknellbison.com)
